Book your next trip with The Boat Sport Fishing and find out what the fishing in Playa Del Carmen is all about. Having logged many hours in these turquoise waters, our Captain will suggest what to target and can adjust these plans to ensure we're catering the trip to your desires.
Depending on the season, you might hook into Amberjack, Great Barracuda, Bonito, Mahi Mahi, Trigger, Blacken Tuna, Red Grouper, Almaco Jack, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Blue Marlin, White Marlin, Sailfish, and anything else that bites. For these species, you're likely to troll and bottom fish. We match the appropriate tackle to the targeted fish to ensure an exciting battle.
Families who love fishing together will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard!
You'll be dropping lines from a 25' Yamaha panga with room for up to 6 passengers. It comes with outriggers, downriggers, and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Rods, reels, tackle, drinks and music are covered by the charter, along with lures and bait. Live bait is used at times depending on what were targrting.
A First Mate is included on every trip. Tips are always appreciated, but never expected. Our first priority is your safety. A close second is your 100% satisfaction.
There's no need to buy a fishing license as it's included, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Feel free to drop us a line if you have any questions about what's in season or what we're likely to catch.
It's never a bad idea to bring, sunblock, sunglasses, and any snacks you like. There will be some beer and water onboard, but you’re always welcome to bring your own too.
You could keep reading this, but wouldn't you rather be fishing with The Boat Sport Fishing?
And if you’re interested in snorkeling we can add it to any fishing trip at no additional charge. Or we can do dedicated snorkel trips too. Just let us know and we’ll create an offer with the details
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Full Day Trip on July 19, 2025
Jovaney and Daniel did a great job. We started with some trolling and caught 2 good size mahi. Took a ride to go see the sea turtle and star fish on the reef. Major win with the kids. They made us fresh ceviche and shishimi with fresh fruit fir lunch. Tried a little bit for trigger fish but they weren't cooperating. Went back to trolling and caught 2 more mahi. These guys definitely know what they are doing, speak very good English and most importantly for me they were great with the kids. I would also suggest setting up any transportation with them as its cheaper and more convenient. Thanks for the great trip guys.
Jovaney and Daniel did a great job. We started with some trolling and caught 2 good size mahi. Took a ride to go see the sea turtle and star fish on the reef. Major win with the kids. They made us fresh ceviche and shishimi with fresh fruit fir lunch. Tried a little bit for trigger fish but they weren't cooperating. Went back to trolling and caught 2 more mahi. These guys definitely know what they are doing, speak very good English and most importantly for me they were great with the kids....
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3/4 Day Trip on July 3, 2025
My son and I joined some family friends for this excursion, and we had a brilliant day of fishing. We ended up catching an Amberjack each - kept one huge one and had it cooked by a local restaurant. Amazing. I ended up catching a Sailfish too, which was an awesome surprise and was a highlight. Our guides were fantastic. Friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating of my son's desired fishing styles. We also caught a triggerfish and they prepared ceviche on the boat. It was perhaps the best I've ever had. Boat had plenty of shade, a well-stocked cooler and nice gear. Highly recommended.
My son and I joined some family friends for this excursion, and we had a brilliant day of fishing. We ended up catching an Amberjack each - kept one huge one and had it cooked by a local restaurant. Amazing. I ended up catching a Sailfish too, which was an awesome surprise and was a highlight. Our guides were fantastic. Friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating of my son's desired fishing styles. We also caught a triggerfish and they prepared ceviche on the boat. It was perhaps the best I've...
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Half Day Trip (AM) on May 3, 2025
During our stay in Playa del Carmen, we booked a 4-hour fishing trip with The Boat team — and it was absolutely fantastic! The service was top-notch from start to finish. The captain and his mate were incredibly friendly, professional, and did a great job communicating in English. The boat itself was very well equipped and comfortable, making the experience all the more enjoyable. We were lucky enough to be out on the water during a fishing tournament, so the atmosphere was filled with excitement and competition all around us. The highlight of our trip? We managed to catch a white marlin after an intense 20-minute fight — an experience we’ll never forget. We also hooked a sailfish, but it managed to escape at the last moment. Still, the thrill was real! We highly recommend this crew for your next deep sea fishing adventure in Playa del Carmen. They go above and beyond to help you land the catch of a lifetime!
During our stay in Playa del Carmen, we booked a 4-hour fishing trip with The Boat team — and it was absolutely fantastic! The service was top-notch from start to finish. The captain and his mate were incredibly friendly, professional, and did a great job communicating in English. The boat itself was very well equipped and comfortable, making the experience all the more enjoyable. We were lucky enough to be out on the water during a fishing tournament, so the atmosphere was filled with excitement...
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3/4 Day Trip on March 17, 2025
We booked this trip last minute due to the weather causing cancellations and delays with other guides, and we couldn’t have gotten a better outcome!!! All three of the guides were so enthusiastic, uplifting, and had an infectious sense of happiness to them. They were all incredibly passionate about helping my sons catch some fish and they made sure it happened. They were very attentive and made sure we were always okay, had everything we needed, and constantly checked to see if my sons would like to do anything differently. They were just trying to ensure everyone was happy and they didn’t fail in the slightest. Overall our trip was amazing and we would DEFINITELY go with them again. Highly recommend!
We booked this trip last minute due to the weather causing cancellations and delays with other guides, and we couldn’t have gotten a better outcome!!! All three of the guides were so enthusiastic, uplifting, and had an infectious sense of happiness to them. They were all incredibly passionate about helping my sons catch some fish and they made sure it happened. They were very attentive and made sure we were always okay, had everything we needed, and constantly checked to see if my sons would...
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Half Day Trip – Fishing/Snorkel on July 8, 2025
This was a blast! My two boys and I had been looking to book this for a few weeks before our trip. The night before our trip is when we booked it. We were on the water promptly by 8:00 and started trolling. My two boys each caught a fish. Then we went and caught trigger fish by bottom fishing. The icing on the cake was the snorkeling the last 30 mins.
This was a blast! My two boys and I had been looking to book this for a few weeks before our trip. The night before our trip is when we booked it. We were on the water promptly by 8:00 and started trolling. My two boys each caught a fish. Then we went and caught trigger fish by bottom fishing. The icing on the cake was the snorkeling the last 30 mins.
The Boat Sport Fishing and Snorkel offers the following trips to customers:
When you book a trip with The Boat Sport Fishing and Snorkel, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
Trips booked with The Boat Sport Fishing and Snorkel include:
The Boat Sport Fishing and Snorkel offers the following types of fishing:
The Boat Sport Fishing and Snorkel offers the following fishing techniques:
Top targeted fish species with The Boat Sport Fishing and Snorkel include:
Playa Del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico
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I’ve been fishing this boat for 20 years. First as a client and now as an owner. We have updated equipment and one of the best Captains in the area.
Jovany A.
Captain
Danny C.
Captain
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
The best part of “off shore” fishing in Playa Del Carmen is you’ll be fishing within minutes and you’ll always be able to see land. It gets deep fast and we rarely need to go more than a couple miles from the shoreline.
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing
GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling Equipment
Outriggers
Ice Box
Yeti Coolers
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Occasional use of live bait depending on target
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Cleaning fish is included and you can keep your catch. We can also recommend local restaurants that will prepare your fresh catch!
Drinks
On fishing trips we include 6 beers for each 4 hours and water. We’re happy to add additional beverages. Just let us know what you’re looking for.
First Mate
Tips are a big part of the Captain and First Mates compensation. But it’s never expected. We’ll work hard to make your trip memorable and always appreciate your generosity. We provide a Captain and First Mate on every trip.
Fishing License
We include all permits and licenses for our trips. No need to worry about extra charges. We have you covered!
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.
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Kids are welcome onboard and we’re happy to work with them to make the trip an amazing memory for them.
You Keep Catch
Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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:
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