La Chona 

4.7/5 (1 review)
 Los Peines 332, Puerto Vallarta, JA 48333, Mexico

La Chona 

Puerto Vallarta, JA, Mexico
23 ft
4
4.7/5 (1 review)

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La Chona is a well-equipped fishing boat based in Puerto Vallarta, designed to deliver a comfortable and authentic sportfishing experience on the beautiful waters of Banderas Bay. Whether you’re an experienced angler or trying fishing for the first time, La Chona offers a relaxed yet professional atmosphere that makes every trip enjoyable from start to finish.

One of La Chona’s standout features is its bilingual crew, fluent in both English and Spanish.

This makes communication easy and welcoming for international visitors and locals alike, ensuring clear instructions, friendly conversation, and a smooth overall experience on board.

The crew is knowledgeable about local fishing grounds and always ready to help guests make the most of their day at sea.

Perfect for half-day or full-day fishing adventures, La Chona combines practicality, comfort, and local expertise.

From reeling in your catch to enjoying the ocean breeze, this boat is an excellent choice for anyone looking to experience sportfishing in Puerto Vallarta with confidence and convenience.

La Chona is a well-equipped fishing boat based in Puerto Vallarta, designed to deliver a comfortable and authentic sportfishing experience on the beautiful waters of Banderas Bay. Whether you’re an experienced angler or trying fishing for the first time, La Chona offers a relaxed yet professional atmosphere that makes every trip enjoyable from start to finish.

One of La Chona’s standout features is its bilingual crew, fluent in both English and Spanish.

This makes communication easy and welcoming for international visitors and locals alike, ensuring clear instructions, friendly conversation, and a smooth overall experience on board.

The crew is knowledgeable about local fishing grounds and always ready to help guests make the most of their day at sea.

Perfect for half-day or full-day fishing adventures, La Chona combines practicality, comfort, and local expertise.

From reeling in your catch to enjoying the ocean breeze, this boat is an excellent choice for anyone looking to experience sportfishing in Puerto Vallarta with confidence and convenience.

Vikingo Charters
Charter Operator
Vikingo Charters
38 years of experience
responds within an hour

Trip availability and prices

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4 Hour Trip – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle
Marlin (Blue)
Roosterfish
+7
US $300
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle
Marlin (Blue)
Roosterfish
+6
US $400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hour Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle
Marlin (Blue)
Roosterfish
+6
US $650
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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4.7
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Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.0
Fishing Experience

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John Jankowski
John Jankowski
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New York, US
Member since 2026
4.7
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Good day of fishing
4 Hour Trip – Inshore on February 18, 20262 adults

The owner was extremely responsive to any questions asked before booking. All answers where on point. The crew was very good with trying to locate, fish for us to catch. They tried trolling and was successful on several fish. They then changed to casting over feeding fish and had extreme success. The fish where hitting and the fights of the Skip Jack where excellent. A beautiful colored fish. The only thing was there is note that Fishing licenses are included (called a port fee). They are not included. It was $13.00 US per person (The change is in pesos). It was excellent day of fishing and the weather was fantastic.

Reported catch:
Skipjack Tuna
Vikingo Charters
Response from Charter operator

Thank you for your review John, thank you for booking with us!!

FAQs about La Chona

La Chona offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $300 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore (4 hours)
  • US $400 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $650 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Offshore (8 hours)
When you book a trip with La Chona, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Live bait well
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
Trips booked with La Chona include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First mate
  • Fishing license
La Chona offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
La Chona offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with La Chona include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Marlin (Black)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (Striped)
  • Pompano
  • Roosterfish
  • Sailfish
  • Tuna (Skipjack)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)

Your operator

Vikingo Charters
Vikingo Charters
Vikingo Charters

Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico

1 Fishing Report
4 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since October 2021

We are a professional fishing company since 1988, we offer private tours, fishing and more, all with our distinctive touch with emphasis on quality and service.

Our Team
Enrique S.

Enrique S.

Captain

Eduardo S.

Eduardo S.

First mate

1 Fishing Report
4 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since October 2021

We are a professional fishing company since 1988, we offer private tours, fishing and more, all with our distinctive touch with emphasis on quality and service.

Our Team
Enrique S.

Enrique S.

Captain

Eduardo S.

Eduardo S.

First mate

The fish you can target

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Black Marlin
Black Marlin
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Striped Marlin
Striped Marlin
Pompano
Pompano
Roosterfish
Roosterfish
Sailfish
Sailfish
Skipjack Tuna
Skipjack Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Black Marlin
Black Marlin
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Striped Marlin
Striped Marlin

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2005
Boat manufacturer
Perales
Boat type
Panga
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
2 x 75HP
Max cruising speed
22 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Fighting chair
GPS
Snorkeling equipment
Live bait well
Outriggers
Ice box

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First mate
Fishing license

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

 Cash

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Puerto Vallarta right now

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
Marlin (Black)Marlin (Black)
Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (Striped)Marlin (Striped)
RoosterfishRoosterfish
SailfishSailfish

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