Family Fishing Cancun – 29'

Family Fishing Cancun is a team of professional local guides based on the northeast coast of the Yucatán Peninsula in Quintana Roo, Mexico. If you are on your holiday and looking for doing something different, the alluring experience of fishing with this crew is the right choice.

Enjoy your on a spacious 29’ boat, powered by a twin 60 HP Suzuki engines. It can comfortably hold up to 6 anglers. The boat has top-notch navigational electronics, which include a GPS, a fishfinder, and a VHF radio. As well as that, the boat is equipped with downriggers, an ice-box, and a fighting chair for those who are up for a challenge.

Experience the thrill of sportfishing, targeting the best species in the beautiful waters of Cancun. Try yourself in bottom fishing, trolling, light tackle, and heavy tackle. You’ll be chasing Mahi Mahi, Snapper, Bonito, Grouper, Sailfish, Wahoo, and Barracuda. There’s a variety of trips to choose from, depending on how long you want to stay on the water.

The crew will provide you with rods, reels, tackle, live bait, and lures. They also offer cleaning and filleting of the catch, so that you could have it for dinner later. If you’d like to have your fish prepared right after your trip, the local marina can cook your catch for a small charge and is open until 5 in the afternoon.

On the boat, you will be served water, soda, and beer during the trip, so you can feel free to bring your own snacks on board. A $5 per person dock fee will be payable in cash on the day of the trip.

Join Family Fishing Cancun and experience some of the best fishing off the coast of Mexico!



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $380
    This is a great trip to book, to enjoy what the local waters have to offer. You'll target Bonito, Bigeye Tuna, Wahoo, and many other species. $5 per person dock fee will be payable in cash on the day of the trip.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (PM)
    Just booked! Last booked: 5 hours ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $380
    Spend the afternoon fishing for a huge range of species in the warm Caribbean waters around Cancun. Target Bonito, Bigeye Tuna, Wahoo, and many other offshore favorites on this 4-hour trip. Dock fees of $5 per person are payable in cash on the day of the trip.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $430
    Book this trip for the opportunity to enjoy fishing around the local waters. Target Mahi Mahi, Bonito, Bigeye Tuna, Wahoo, Barracuda and many other species. $5 per person dock fee will be payable in cash on the day of the trip.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Combo – Fishing & Snorkeling
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $445
    This trip is an excellent opportunity to enjoy what the local waters have to offer. Target Mahi Mahi, Bonito, Bigeye Tuna, Wahoo, Barracuda, and many other species. $5 per person dock fee will be payable in cash on the day of the trip. Combine fishing with snorkeling for the ultimate Cancun experience!
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $480
    Target Mahi Mahi, Bigeye Tuna, Snapper, and many other species during this 6-hour trip. $5 per person dock fee will be payable in cash on the day of the trip.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip - Fishing & Snorkeling
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $495
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Grouper (Goliath)
    Goliath Grouper
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Snapper (Cubera)
    Cubera Snapper
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
    Bonito
    Bonito
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $580
    Spend a whole day out on the water chasing Mahi Mahi, Barracuda, Wahoo, Bigeye Tuna, and many other species. $5 per person dock fee will be payable in cash on the day of the trip.
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip – Fishing/Snorkeling
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $595
    Dedicate your time on the water to chasing Mahi Mahi, Barracuda, Wahoo, Bigeye Tuna, and many other species, combined with some snorkeling. $5 per person dock fee will be payable in cash on the day of the trip.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
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4.6 / 5
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4.5 / 5
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4.8 / 5
Experience
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4.6 / 5
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Appropriate for children
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Satisfied with the boat
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Caught fish
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Brian R.
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5.0 / 5
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What a trip! 12.5 fish caught!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on February 22, 2024
First off, let me say that Captain William and First Mate Christian were top notch. They spoke English also for those visiting...
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Scott S.
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Great time and great fishing with William and Ramon!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 25, 2024
Captain William and Ramon worked their asses off to help us catch fish!  Captain William and Ramon were very knowledgeable...
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Heidi A.
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Great Experience!

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip – Fishing/Snorkeling on August 10, 2024
Captain and first mate were stellar! It was rocky and rough, but they were determined we caught fish. They were upbeat, capable,...
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Tony C.
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Hood trip with Captain William

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (PM) on August 7, 2024
My two boys and I had a good time with Captain William on his nicely equipped and family friendly boat. Caught 3 barracudas...
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FAQs about Family Fishing Cancun – 29'

Family Fishing Cancun – 29' offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $380 per group - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $380 per group - 4 Hour Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $430 per group - 5 Hour Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $445 per group - 5 Hour Combo – Fishing & Snorkeling (5 hours)
  • US $480 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $495 per group - 6 Hour Trip - Fishing & Snorkeling (6 hours)
  • US $580 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
  • US $595 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Fishing/Snorkeling (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Family Fishing Cancun – 29', you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet For your convenience, we have a small toilet on board. While it may be compact in size, it is designed to meet basic needs during the trip.
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling Equipment
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Family Fishing Cancun – 29' include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (Waters, Sodas & Beers)
  • First Mate (The customary tip amount for our fishing trips typically ranges between $50 to $150 USD. Tipping is a way to show appreciation for the crew's hard work and dedication to ensuring you have a great experience. While tipping is at your discretion, it is cust)
  • Fishing License

Family Fishing Cancun – 29' offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing

Family Fishing Cancun – 29' offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Family Fishing Cancun – 29' include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Bonito
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Triggerfish (Gray)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Wahoo

Your operator

Family Fishing Cancun
Cancún, Quintana Roo, Mexico
2 Fishing Reports
190 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since July 2016
Family Fishing Cancun is a team of professional local guides, based on the northeast coast of the Yucatán Peninsula in the state of Quintana Roo, Mexico. If you are on your holiday and looking for doing something different, the alluring experience of fishing with Family Fishing Cancun is the right choice.

The fish you can target

Amberjack Amberjack
Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Bonito Bonito
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
29 ft
Year built
2014
Restored in
2017
Boat manufacturer
Imemsa
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
2 x 60HP
Max cruising speed
17 knots

Which types of fishing are offered

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
For your convenience, we have a small toilet on board. While it may be compact in size, it is designed to meet basic needs during the trip.
GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling Equipment
Multimedia System
Outriggers

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Waters, Sodas & Beers
First Mate
The customary tip amount for our fishing trips typically ranges between $50 to $150 USD. Tipping is a way to show appreciation for the crew's hard work and dedication to ensuring you have a great experience. While tipping is at your discretion, it is cust
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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Children are more than welcome aboard our fishing trips! We recommend a minimum age of 2 years for the comfort and safety of the little ones. For families with young children, we suggest fishing near the coast to minimize the potential for seasickness in
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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.

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