Escualo Fleet – Betsy 38'

Escualo Fleet is one of Mexico’s longest-running and most successful sport fishing companies. Located on the mouth of the Gulf of California, this fishing paradise is visited yearly by an all-star cast of species including Marlin, Yellowfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, and table favorites such as Snapper and Grouper.

Escualo Fleet’s latest addition is a 38’ Betsy Riviera cruiser which is perfect for families or groups of friends as it can comfortably welcome up to 10 passengers on board. It comes equipped with outriggers, fighting chair, live bait tank, and top-of-the-line fishing equipment. The vessel also boasts a clean and modern interior complete with a galley, bed, bathroom, and plenty of space to relax out of the sun.

The charter offers bottom fishing trips hitting the reefs and wrecks in search of some tasty table species such as Red Snapper, Triggerfish, Spanish Mackerel, Snook, Roosterfish, and Seabass. Alternatively, you can go on a deep sea fishing trip, heading offshore to do battle with monster Blue, Black, and Striped Marlin, as well as massive Tuna, Mahi Mahi, and Sailfish. On each trip, you will be accompanied by a skilled first mate who will do everything possible to make sure you stay hooked up all day long, and who will clean and fillet all your catch for you at the end of the trip.

In addition to a great vessel, crew, and equipment, you’ll also be provided with top of the line Shimano and Penn International fishing equipment, as well as a range of artificial lures. The things you should bring with you are only your sunglasses, sunscreen, your choice of food and drinks, and a camera. Snorkeling gear is also available upon request in case you get the desire to see the underwater world up close.

Escualo Fleet offers a name you can trust and amazing experiences on every trip, so why wait? Head down to Mazatlan for that fishing holiday you’ve always been waiting for!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    US $785
    Mazatlan is full of lots excellent spots for bottom fishing. There's a great number of wrecks that can be reached fairly quick and many outer reefs that offer great action. On this trip you will fish for Red Snapper, White Seabass, Roosterfish, Jack Crevalle, Snook, Permit, Triggerfish and many more.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip –Deep Sea Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    US $785
    The deep sea trip is the ultimate fishing adventure where you can catch some of the largest predators in the Pacific. These deep sea brutes can occasionally get to truly impressive sizes and put up a fight that will test any angler to the max. You can release some and bring some home for the table. Some of the possible targets include Mahi Mahi, Marlin, Shark, and Tuna.
  • Private trip
    7 1/2 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    US $940
    Mazatlan is full of lots excellent spots for bottom fishing. There's a great number of wrecks that can be reached fairly quick and many outer reefs that offer great action. On this trip you will fish for Red Snapper, White Seabass, Roosterfish, Jack Crevalle, Snook, Permit, Triggerfish and many more.
  • Private trip
    7 1/2 Hour Trip – Deep Sea Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    US $940
    The deep sea trip is the ultimate fishing adventure where you can catch some of the largest predators in the Pacific. These deep sea brutes can occasionally get to truly impressive sizes and put up a fight that will test any angler to the max. You can release some and bring some home for the table. Some of the possible targets include Mahi Mahi, Marlin, Shark, and Tuna.
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FAQs about Escualo Fleet – Betsy 38'

Escualo Fleet – Betsy 38' offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $785 per group - 5 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (5 hours)
  • US $785 per group - 5 Hour Trip –Deep Sea Fishing (5 hours)
  • US $940 per group - 7 1/2 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (7 hours)
  • US $940 per group - 7 1/2 Hour Trip – Deep Sea Fishing (7 hours)

When you book a trip with Escualo Fleet – Betsy 38', you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Bed
  • Snorkeling Equipment Upon request
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Escualo Fleet – Betsy 38' include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate

Escualo Fleet – Betsy 38' offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Escualo Fleet – Betsy 38' offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Handline
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Escualo Fleet – Betsy 38' include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Marlin (Black)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (Striped)
  • Roosterfish
  • Seabass (White)
  • Shark (Mako)
  • Snapper (Cubera)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snook
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)

Meet the Charter Operator

Escualo Sport Fishing
Mazatlán, Sinaloa, Mexico
116 Fishing Reports
51 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since June 2015
Escualo Sport Fishing Was founded in 1990 in Mazatlán Mexico by Mark and Lola Dissmore, two visionaries from Pullman, Washington with a passion for fishing who decided to join forces on a quest that started over 30 years ago. Their initial charter operation was modest, but thanks to the support of customers and friends, their fleet drastically expanded in just a few seasons. For your own safety, each boat has twin Mercury Sea Pro engines in Super pangas and twin Cummins turbo diesel engines in the crew's cruisers. Escualo Fleet now welcomes hundreds of customers from around the globe who come to experience the world-famous fishing in Mazatlán. Escualo Fleet is known for its consistency in catching, customer satisfaction, and rates. It takes pride in promoting the conservation of billfish such as Marlin, Sailfish, and Swordfish.

About this listing

Targeted species

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Black) Black Marlin
Marlin (Blue) Blue Marlin
Marlin (Striped) Striped Marlin

Boat specs

Riviera (Cruiser) originally built in 1995, and restored in 2016. Powered by 2 210HP Cummins engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 20 knots.

Length
38 ft
Capacity
8 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Handline
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Fighting Chair
GPS
Bed
Snorkeling Equipment
Upon request
Live Bait Well

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

Pickup included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Mazatlán to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 2 reviews
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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100%
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Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
50%
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Robyn L.
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VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip –Deep Sea Fishing on June 21, 2023
We booked the 5 hour deep sea fishing trip and was talked into the 7 hour trip. I’m glad we were because that extra couple...
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VERIFIED   NEW  5 Hour Trip –Deep Sea Fishing on March 30, 2024
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