Star Fleet Sport Fishing - Stella

Star Fleet Sport Fishing is a legendary charter company, based in Mazatlan, Mexico. Founded in 1953, Star Fleet has been mentioned in “Sports Illustrated” and has grown a reputation hardly anyone can beat! With over 60 years of experience, they’ve got the fish you’re looking for and know all the hottest spots to source the bite!

Hop aboard a 34’ Luhrs boat called “Stella”. This clean, comfortable, and professionally maintained sportfishing boat is ideal for up to 6 guests. The boat has plenty of fishing space for everyone and a two-man crew. There are also 2 fighting chairs for those who are up for a challenge, as well as a Marlin Tower, Tuna tubes, a live bait tank, outriggers, and downriggers.

You’ll head out in search of serious bluewater monsters! It’s all about exploring the deep and targeting a range of big pelagic fish – we told you that fighting chair would come in handy! You’ll have a chance to battle it out with Marlin, Sailfish, Wahoo, Swordfish, Yellowfin Tuna, Skipjack Tuna, and Mahi Mahi.

“Stella” is equipped with top-notch gear and tackle, as well as all the lures and bait you may need to hook your fish. The crew is experienced in techniques such as trolling, light tackle, and heavy tackle, and is happy to adjust to your needs. Any catch you decide to keep will happily be cleaned and filleted for you.

Enjoy an unforgettable day on the water on a legendary charter with Star Fleet Sport Fishing!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    $575
    This 6-hour trip is usually recommended for people coming in on a cruise ship, as their arrival in Mazatlan is around 8:30 a.m. This gives you enough time to get out there and be back on time to board the cruise ship. You'll head out in search of Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Mackerel, Jack Crevalle, and more on this epic adventure.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    In demand! Last booked: 23 hours ago
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    $650
    There is nothing better than 8 hours of fishing! This trip is by far the charters most popular. Your chances of making an outstanding catch are much greater, as you'll be covering a bigger area. Look for Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Sailfish, and Marlin on this incredible adventure! All of your gear is included. Just bring along enough drink and snacks to keep you going!
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FAQs about Star Fleet Sport Fishing - Stella

Star Fleet Sport Fishing - Stella offers the following trips to customers:
  • $575 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • $650 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Star Fleet Sport Fishing - Stella, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Fighting Chair Two fighting chairs
  • GPS
  • Bed
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna Tubes
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Star Fleet Sport Fishing - Stella include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Penn reels)
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate

Star Fleet Sport Fishing - Stella offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Star Fleet Sport Fishing - Stella offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Star Fleet Sport Fishing - Stella include:
  • Cero Mackerel
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Marlin (Black)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Sailfish
  • Shark (Hammerhead)
  • Shark (Mako)
  • Swordfish
  • Tuna (Skipjack)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

About the Charter Operator

Star Fleet Sport Fishing
Mazatlán, Sinaloa, Mexico
1 Fishing Report
23 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since March 2017
Star Fleet Sport Fishing is the third generation of a family-owned sport fishing charter business, founded in Mazatlan, Mexico in 1953 by Bill Heimpel Sr. These anglers have learned to love fishing and respect the fish and the ocean. They encourage catch-and-release and have tried and pursued their customers since the late 1960s. In fact, in 1969, "Sports Illustrated" wrote an article on Mr. Heimpel, labeling him as the "Marlin Lover of Mazatlan". The crew's favorite species to catch are Wahoo, Tuna, and Dorado!

About this listing

Targeted species

Cero Mackerel Cero Mackerel
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle
Marlin (Black) Black Marlin

Boat specs

Luhrs (Express cruiser) originally built in 1990, and restored in 2015. Powered by 2 315HP Cummins Turbo Charged engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 18 knots.

Length
34 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Fighting Chair
Two fighting chairs
GPS
Bed
Multimedia System
Outriggers

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Penn reels
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Catch and release is encouraged

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
PayPal
Bank Transfer

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Customer reviews

Rating Summary
Excellent
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3\/4 day fishing
3\/4 day trip with Captain Alfredo
Fishing with Kurt
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Catch intended fish
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Laura K.
Oakland, California
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Full day trip w/captain Alfredo and Antonio

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on November 16, 2022
Stella is owned by Kurt Heimpel. He went out of his way communicating with us and making sure we had the best fishing possible....
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Michael F.
Safford, AZ
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Awesome day on the water

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on August 19, 2022
Perfect day flat seas clear skies and mod in the first hour. I swear the captain sailed straight out to sea through open water...
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Cecil C.
Central Point, OR
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Fishing with Kurt

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on June 23, 2022
Started catching fish as soon as we baited up and put out.  The crew knew where the fish were!!  We caught LOTS of fish...
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Carlos C.
Tulsa, OK
Excellent
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3/4 day trip with Captain Alfredo

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on March 13, 2023
This trip was incredible. We caught two marlin and had an experience we will never forget!! The captain and crew were amazing....
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Shane R.
Quesnel, BC
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3/4 day fishing

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on April 9, 2023
Caught a nice striped marlin and lots of bites. Had a great time. Seen lots of fish jumping as well
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