Martin's Fishing Adventures

Martin’s Fishing Adventures is based in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Join the crew for an action-packed day out on the warm blue waters. Puerto Vallarta is definitely the place to be!

You will go out aboard the “La Cindy,” a 40’ yacht. The beauty is the crew’s most prized and beloved possession after the captains. Powered by twin 315 HP Cummins engines, the La Cindy offers a safe and dry ride to the hottest spots for sport fishing, sightseeing, diving, snorkeling, and whale watching.

It could take you far from the shore for some big game fishing or just float along the coast as you sip your favorite drink and soak up the sun. La Cindy is wheelchair accessible and comes fully rigged with top-notch navigational electronics, a fighting chair, Tuna tubes, and other professional features. Inside, it has everything you need for a comfortable day on the water.

The crew offers everything from snorkeling and whale watching to big game fishing and special overnight Tuna packages. Cruise in the Banderas Bay or head out to catch some big game fish Past Marietas Islands, La Corbeteña, and El Banco. Take in all the beauty of the local nature or butt heads with the fish of the dreams.

Depending on which trip you choose, your targeted species may include Mahi-Mahi, Striped Marlin, Blue Marlin, Black Marlin, Sailfish, Skipjack Tuna, Yellowfin Tuna, Cubera Snapper, Roosterfish, Wahoo… and the list just keeps going! All trips come with quality gear, tackle, bait, and licenses. Your part of the catch will be cleaned and filleted at the end of the trip. Just bring something to eat and drinks and welcome on board!

Join Martin’s Fishing Adventures, explore the prolific waters under the Mexican sun, and have a memorable fishing experience.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Small game fishing, snorkeling
    In demand! Last booked: 1 day ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    $464
    Swim with tropical fish and see whales from december to March
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Small Game Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    $696
    A charter for 6 hours to catch small fish in the area. Fishing equipment and license are provided, just come and enjoy your time under the Mexican sun!
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip – Big Game Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    9 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    $1,045
    This is a 9 hour trip that will take you to the most producitve fishing grounds in the area. You'll get the chance to catch some big game fish. Fishing equipment and license are provided.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Big Game Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    $1,393
    If you want to spend a whole day on the beautiful waters of Mexico, this is the trip for you. Spend 12 hours in the sun, catching big game fish in the area. Fishing equipment and license are provided.
  • Private trip
    2 Day Trip – Big Tuna Charter
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    2 Day Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Overnight stay, liveaboard
    $2,612
    A charter for 24 hours to catch big Tuna and Yellowfin in the area. You'll be on the water from 5 a.m. until 5 p.m. the next day. Fishing equipment and license are provided.
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FAQs about Martin's Fishing Adventures

Martin's Fishing Adventures offers the following trips to customers:
  • MXN 8,000 per group - Small game fishing, snorkeling (4 hours)
  • MXN 12,000 per group - Half Day Trip – Small Game Fishing (6 hours)
  • MXN 18,000 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Big Game Fishing (9 hours)
  • MXN 24,000 per group - Full Day Trip – Big Game Fishing (12 hours)
  • MXN 45,000 per day per group - 2 Day Trip – Big Tuna Charter (2 days)

When you book a trip with Martin's Fishing Adventures, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Snorkeling Equipment
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna Tubes
  • Spearfishing Equipment
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Martin's Fishing Adventures include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License

Martin's Fishing Adventures offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing (Banderas Bay)
  • Offshore Fishing (Past Marietas Islands, La Corbeteña, El Banco)

Martin's Fishing Adventures offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Drift Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Martin's Fishing Adventures include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Marlin (Black)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (Striped)
  • Roosterfish
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Cubera)
  • Tuna (Skipjack)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Charter Operator

Martins Fishing Adventures
Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico
54 Customer reviews
Response time 1 hour
Member since May 2017
If you combine the Martin’s Fishing Adventures' captains' sailing experience, you will get an impressive number of 84 years. Captain Miguel and his two sons have spent their entire lives sailing and fishing in the waters of Puerto Vallarta. Their devotion and involvement are second to none. The crew of Martin's Fishing Adventures know the zone very well and can take you to the hottest spots in the area.

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

Pirelli (Offshore sport fishing) originally built in 1998. Powered by 2 315HP Cummins M5 engines.

Length
40 ft
Capacity
12 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Banderas Bay
Offshore Fishing
Past Marietas Islands, La Corbeteña, El Banco

Fishing techniques

Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
First Mate
Fishing License

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 not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Crew Keeps Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Disabled Accessible

Payment

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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

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Customer reviews

Rating Summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 54 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (58)
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Angler Rating
47
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Anglers Claimed
Good experience
87%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
89%
Satisfied with the boat
95%
Catch intended fish
66%
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Shai V. G.
Oak Hill, VA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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¾ day bachelor party trip

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip – Big Game Fishing on August 4, 2023
I can’t speak highly enough of the crew of La Cindy. Booking was made easy with Captain Marty, and he was immediately responsive...
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Jim C.
Beaverton, OR
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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Full day trip

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip – Big Game Fishing on June 20, 2023
I requested that we go out of the bay to search for tuna, Mahi Mahi, Marlin, sailfish, wahoo, etc. Turns out that it is not...
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Curtis L.
Henderson, NV
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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9 hour trip for 10 people

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip – Big Game Fishing on November 4, 2022
This was my 3rd fishing trip in Mexico since 2018. This was by far the absolute best trip I’ve been on yet. The boat was...
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Boris B.
Wausau, WI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day small fishing

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip – Small Game Fishing on September 15, 2023
We had a ton of fun. The crew was really nice and worked hard to make sure we had a good time. We caught 4 mahi-mahi, lost...
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Brett G.
Byron Center, MI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day trip with Captain Miguel

VERIFIED   Small game fishing, snorkeling on April 6, 2023
Everything went as planned, crew was on time and we slammed the fish as soon as the line hit the water!  Our youngsters had...
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