Viking 1 Fishing Charters - PV

Viking 1 Fishing Charters invites you to explore the beautiful waters of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Your Captain, Victor Manuel, will guide you through the most productive spots in the area. Victor has been mastering the waters for almost two decades and is fluent in all types of fishing techniques. All aboard!

You will go out aboard the ‘Viking 1,’ a 24’ Mako center console. She is a fully up hauled vessel that can comfortably accommodate you and four fishing buddies. The Viking 1 comes powered by twin 115 HP Mercury 4-stroke outboard engines and can cruise at a top speed of 38 knots.

The Viking 1 is fitted with navigational and fish finding electronics to save your time while searching for fish. There is a toilet on board for your maximum comfort, as well as a fighting chair, a multimedia system, and many other professional accessories.

Viking 1 Fishing Charters has tailored various packages to meet your specific angling needs and wishes. If you are new to fishing, stay close to the bay. Check the waters for Jack Crevalle, Roosterfish, and Bonito. If you are a big game lover, then let the captain take you up to 35 miles out for Sailfish and Mahi Mahi.

Target Blue, Black, and Striped Marlin, go after Amberjack and Yellowfin Tuna. Or if you feel like fishing is not enough, combine it with a snorkeling excursion. Try various aquatic opportunities in Puerto Vallarta and come back to shore with your ice-chest full of memories.

All trips come with a license, quality gear, tackle, lures, and bait. The crew will offer water and sodas, so you can feel free to bring your favorite food. As well as that, First Mate will clean and fillet your catch at the end of the adventure.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip - Small Game Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $390
    This trip will see you staying in the bay, fishing for Jack Crevalle, Bonito, Roosterfish, and many more.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip - Fishing&Snorkeling
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $600
    This trip includes fishing in the bay for Jack Crevalle, Bonito, Roosterfish, and many more, as well as snorkeling in the waters of National Park Los Acros.
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip - Big Game Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $850
    On this trip, you will be fishing for Sailfish and Mahi Mahi around 35 miles from Puerto Vallarta.
  • Private trip
    10 Hour Trip - Corbeteña Big Game
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $950
    This package is for those who are after some really big fish. Target Marlin, Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, and Tuna while the waters of Corbeteña.
  • Private trip
    Full day trip big yelow fin tuna
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 AM
    US $1,300
    Big game fishing big cow yelow fin tuna blue amd black marlin

FAQs about Viking 1 Fishing Charters - PV

Viking 1 Fishing Charters - PV offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $390 per group - 4 Hour Trip - Small Game Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 6 Hour Trip - Fishing&Snorkeling (6 hours)
  • US $850 per group - 8 Hour Trip - Big Game Fishing (8 hours)
  • US $950 per group - 10 Hour Trip - Corbeteña Big Game (10 hours)
  • US $1,300 per group - Full day trip big yelow fin tuna (12 hours)

When you book a trip with Viking 1 Fishing Charters - PV, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling Equipment
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna Tubes
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Viking 1 Fishing Charters - PV include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (Water and sodas )
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License

Viking 1 Fishing Charters - PV offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing

Viking 1 Fishing Charters - PV offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Kite Fishing
  • Handline
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Viking 1 Fishing Charters - PV include:
  • Amberjack
  • Bonito
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Marlin (Black)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (Striped)
  • Roosterfish
  • Sailfish
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)

Meet the Charter Operator

Puerto Vallarta Viking Fishing Charters
Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico
29 Fishing Reports
154 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since June 2014
Captain Victor Manuel Santana Ceja of Viking Fishing Charters inherited the passion for fishing from his father, who was a founder fisherman in Puerto Vallarta. He was born and raised by the sea. Victor Manuel has been drawn to the coast, sailing the waters and helping others fall in love with fishing. The Captain has 24 years of flawless experience doing what he knows best - putting people on fish.

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Bonito Bonito
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle

Boat specs

Mako (Center console) originally built in 2005, and restored in 2023. Powered by 2 90HP Suzuki 4 Stroke engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 38 knots.

Length
24 ft
Capacity
5 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing

Fishing techniques

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

Amenities

Toilet
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling Equipment
Live Bait Well

Trip includes

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

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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 Mandatory

Payment

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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
American Express
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 8 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Shane W.
Excellent
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Great boat and even better crew

VERIFIED   Full day trip big yelow fin tuna on November 24, 2023
Did a 12 hr trip and it was an amazing fishing trip. Boat and crew are top notch and would highly recommend. Took a Uber in...
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Al B.
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10 hour trip

VERIFIED   10 Hour Trip - Corbeteña Big Game on January 20, 2024
Very good communication from initial inquiries about a trip all the way to meeting for the trip. Excellent captain and mate...
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Mark A.
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Excellent trip!

VERIFIED   Full day trip big yelow fin tuna on April 18, 2023
Eduardo is a real badass fisherman. We did a full day and it was slow out in the deep water, but we were still able to reel...
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Jake B.
Excellent
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4.0 / 5
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Wonderful tour

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip - Big Game Fishing on November 18, 2023
A great time on the water. Captain and crew were fantastic and we all caught mahi mahi
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Ryan L.
Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco
Excellent
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December fishing trip

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip - Big Game Fishing on December 6, 2022
I had great time with Carlos and Fransico every day I went out with them. Always caught fish the guys ,they new where to go...
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