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.

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 game fishing to 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!

Please note that the captain only accepts payments in cash.

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
    Half Day Trip – Small Game Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 12 persons
    US $601
    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
    In demand! Last booked: 14 hours ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    9 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 12 persons
    US $901
    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
    Price for up to 12 persons
    US $1,201
    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
    Price for up to 12 persons
    US $2,252
    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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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 91 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Great Offshore Experience!!
12 Hour Trip - Caught Monsters!
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Appropriate for children
91%
Satisfied with the boat
95%
Caught fish
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Allen B.
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12 Hour Trip - Caught Monsters!

VERIFIED   NEW  Full Day Trip – Big Game Fishing on August 21, 2024
Highly recommend Captain Miguel, Tony and Bofe were fantastic! We ran about 20 miles outside of the bay. Hooked up on an 119”...
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Tori G.
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VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Small Game Fishing on March 18, 2024
Great trip! We caught 20+ fish in 6 hours. The crew had all of the equipment ready and made everything very easy for us. The...
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Jeffrey K.
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Crew made the difference!

VERIFIED   Small game fishing, snorkeling on February 28, 2024
Our day on La Cindy was nothing short of spectacular. The weather in Puerto Vallarta was perfect….warm, flat ocean,...
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Rodrigo D.
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A day to remember !

VERIFIED   Small game fishing, snorkeling on July 31, 2024
Our trip with Mike and Toño was just great. The main pourpouse of our trip was fishing because my elder boy was just excited...
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Garrett T.
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Amazing Day!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip – Big Game Fishing on June 24, 2024
One of the best days I’ve had.  Nacho, Tony & Capt. Miguel were awesome.  They know how to catch fish and were active the...
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FAQs about Martin's Fishing Adventures

Martin's Fishing Adventures offers the following trips to customers:
  • 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 Flush toilet on boat.
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna Tubes
  • Spearfishing Equipment
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Martin's Fishing Adventures include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Live bait is included in your trip as long as it is available. 99% of the time it is.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Filleting is included in the price of your trip. We just ask you to tip the crew fair. )
  • Drinks (We have drinking water on the boat for clients. We also supply ice and ice chest for there lunches and beverages.)
  • First Mate (Tips are 25-30%. This crew have been working together on this same boat for over 9 years. Very experienced!)
  • Fishing License (Fishing licenses are included. All guests are covered )

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
ID & license verified
91 Customer reviews
Response time within an 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

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
12 persons
Boat length
40 ft
Year built
1998
Boat manufacturer
Pirelli
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Cummins M5
Powered by
2 x 315HP

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
Flush toilet on boat.
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Live bait is included in your trip as long as it is available. 99% of the time it is.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Filleting is included in the price of your trip. We just ask you to tip the crew fair.
Drinks
We have drinking water on the boat for clients. We also supply ice and ice chest for there lunches and beverages.
First Mate
Tips are 25-30%. This crew have been working together on this same boat for over 9 years. Very experienced!
Fishing License
Fishing licenses are included. All guests are covered

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
The boat has lots of run and 3 fighting chairs so the kids can take turns catching
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

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