Pesca en Vallarta - El Jefe PV

Pesca en Vallarta welcomes you down to Banderas Bay and invites you aboard for a fishing trip that will test your strength, improve your skills, and quite possibly crown your fishing career! With anything from 4-hour stints to multi-day marathons available, you can find the perfect fishing charter, whatever that means to you.

You will spend your trip aboard “El Jefe,” a 38’ Silverton motor yacht with enough room for 8 anglers to fish and relax in comfort. The boat comes equipped with a full battery of marine electronics, as well as outriggers and a fighting chair to help bring in the biggest of the big game.

“El Jefe” is Spanish for “The Boss,” and you’ll certainly feel like a boss cruising aboard this stunning vessel. She features a spacious interior with comfortable cabins and a full bathroom and galley. Up on deck, her forward sun deck gives you tons of space to relax while several anglers battle the fish of a lifetime at the back.

You’re certainly in for some bucket list catches when you head out with Pesca en Vallarta. Even shorter trips can get you hooked on hard-fighting Roosterfish and Jack Crevalle. Head out on an extended day trip, and you can add Marlin, Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, and Tuna to your list of target species.

Go all out on a multi-day trip, and you’ll be fishing waters most PV charter boats have never even been to. Two-day trips head 80 miles out to the canyons to battle monster Blue, Black, and Striped Marlin. Three-day charters go even farther, where anglers have reeled in Yellowfin Tuna over 230 lbs aboard El Jefe in the past.

Whatever you’re after, you can rely on a quality boat and a dedicated team which has been fishing the Banderas Bay for the last 2 decades. Everything you need for the fishing itself is ready and waiting - just bring your food and drinks and get ready for the adventure of a lifetime!

ATTENTION IF YOU COME FISHING WITH US, YOU ARE NOT GOING TO REGRET IT!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip - Bay (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    US $520
    Enjoy an afternoon in the Banderas Bay's local waters, going after a range gamefish like Roosterfish and Jack Crevalle.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip - Bay (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    US $650
    Spend the morning fishing for Roosterfish, Jacks, and other inshore species in the local bays and shallow waters.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip - Nearshore
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $950
    This trip gives you the chance to go 10 miles offshore and catch some larger fish than the 4-hour trip. Target species include Jack Crevalle, Roosterfish, Amberjack, and more.
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip - Offshore
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,260
    Head beyond the bay, up to 40 miles offshore, to take on Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, Tuna, and a range of tasty bottom fish.
  • Private trip
    12 Hour Trip - Big Game Fish
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    US $1,900
    This 12-hour charter will see you fishing 35 to 50 miles offshore for big game fish like Blue and Black Marlin.
  • Private trip
    ALL DAY TRIP
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    24 Hour Trip, starts at 11:00 PM
    US $3,200
    We will start the trip at 11pm and navigate all the way to the best spot for fishing and fish all day this is one of our best trips because we have lots of chances of catching many fish and BIG FISH, Also you get to enjoy being on a nice boat and a nice sea. You will have the best CAPTAIN AND CREW.
    Types of fishing
    Offshore Fishing
  • Private trip
    2 Day Trip - Canyons (MAX 6)
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    2 Day Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Overnight stay, liveaboard
    US $4,400
    This is where things really get serious. You will be heading 80 miles offshore to battle monster Blue, Black, and Striped Marlin in remote deep-water canyons. Fish the whole first day and half the second day before heading home with aching arms and some incredible catches. These trips are for a maximum of 6 anglers.
  • Private trip
    3 Day Trip (MAX 6)
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    3 Day Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    Overnight stay, liveaboard
    US $6,500
    Head out to Puerto Vallarta's most remote fishery - the incredible Tuna grounds. Spend two and a half days fighting monster Yellowfin Tuna and head home a whole different class of angler. Capt. Cesar has landed Tuna over 230 lbs in these waters before! This trip is suitable for up to 6 anglers.
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FAQs about Pesca en Vallarta - El Jefe PV

Pesca en Vallarta - El Jefe PV offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $520 per group - 4 Hour Trip - Bay (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group - 4 Hour Trip - Bay (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $950 per group - 6 Hour Trip - Nearshore (6 hours)
  • US $1,260 per group - 8 Hour Trip - Offshore (8 hours)
  • US $1,900 per group - 12 Hour Trip - Big Game Fish (12 hours)
  • US $3,200 per group - ALL DAY TRIP (24 hours)
  • US $4,400 per day per group - 2 Day Trip - Canyons (MAX 6) (2 days)
  • US $6,500 per day per group - 3 Day Trip (MAX 6) (3 days)

When you book a trip with Pesca en Vallarta - El Jefe PV, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Snorkeling Equipment
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Pesca en Vallarta - El Jefe PV include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Fishing License

Pesca en Vallarta - El Jefe PV offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing

Pesca en Vallarta - El Jefe PV offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Pesca en Vallarta - El Jefe PV include:
  • Amberjack
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Marlin (Black)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (Striped)
  • Roosterfish
  • Sailfish
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)

Meet the Charter Operator

Pesca En Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico
30 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since July 2016
Captain César Marcelino Pérez Castellón comes from a fishing family. His father, an avid fisherman, was the one who introduced him to the waters. César has almost 2 decades of experience, fishing all along the Pacific Coast of Mexico. He is on the water every day and enjoys fishing with his clients and friends. Captain César is also a tournament angler. He and his first mate have won podium places in tournaments around the region for the last 7 years straight. Their team will do their best to make sure you have a memorable day on the water.

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle
Marlin (Black) Black Marlin

Boat specs

Silverton (Motor yacht) originally built in 2006. Powered by 2 370HP Cummins engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 17 knots.

Length
38 ft
Capacity
8 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
All ages welcome
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Very good
3.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 5 reviews
Boat
Very good
3.6 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Experience
Very good
4.0 / 5
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Ryan S.
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3.0 / 5
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3.0 / 5
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December fishing trip

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip - Offshore on December 21, 2023
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Kash B.
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May fishing trip

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip - Offshore on May 15, 2021
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Timothy L.
Austin, MN
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4.7 / 5
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December fishing trip

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip - Offshore on December 28, 2019
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Emery C.
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Very good
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VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip - Offshore on November 10, 2019
The captain and crew where excellent, the boat could use work and is over priced for what you get. Some attention to details...
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Wilberto P.
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Fishing with César Marcelino

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip - Nearshore on May 22, 2021
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