Cancun Light Tackle & Fly Fishing Tours

Cancun Light Tackle & Fly Fishing Tours operates trips of a variety of lengths among the secluded waters of the Nichupte Lagoon. Conveniently located right in the Cancun Hotel Zone, the area is filled with a huge variety of table and game species that are just waiting to be caught. It is also perfect for children and those suffering from seasickness, as the waters are calm and sheltered.

During your trip you can learn all about handling the fly and spinning gear you will be using. Spinning gear is perfect for children to learn on, while the vast selection of fly fishing favorites makes this a great location for even the most seasoned angler. Target Permit, Tarpon, Bonefish, Snook, and Ladyfish in the shallows, or head to deeper waters to fish for big Jack Crevalle, Barracudas, Snappers, and more.

The vessel you will be fishing aboard is a 17’ Maverick HPX flats boat. She was built in 2016 and is the ideal fishing platform for these calm, shallow waters. The vessel can carry two adult guests and can cruise at an impressive 25 knots.

You will be supplied with quality fly and spinning tackle, and a selection of lifelike lures and flies to attract the wide range of target species. Your captain will teach you all about how to handle the equipment and the fish and will make sure everyone on board gets a chance of some great catches, whatever your age or skill level. There’s an additional dock fee of US$10 per person.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip - Apr-Nov (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Nov 1
    US $300
    You'll be fishing inside a lagoon system called "Nichupte Lagoon" that is conveniently located in the Cancun Hotel Zone. Boat rides are short (5 to 10 min) to the fishing spot so you get the maximum fishing time. The waters are calm, so suitable for young kids and those prone to seasickness. Fly and/or spinning gear is provided and there are lots of different species to target. There's an additional dock fee of US$10 per person.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip - Nov-Apr (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Nov 1 - Apr 1
    US $300
    You'll be fishing inside a lagoon system called "Nichupte Lagoon" that is conveniently located in the Cancun Hotel Zone. Boat rides are short (5 to 10 min) to the fishing spot so you get the maximum fishing time. The waters are calm, so suitable for young kids and those prone to seasickness. Fly and/or spinning gear is provided and there are lots of different species to target. There's an additional dock fee of US$10 per person.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
    US $300
    Spend the afternoon fishing around the Nichupte Lagoon, a 10-minute boat ride from Cancun's hotel district. Jacks, Ladyfish, Snook, Tarpon, Permit, Bonefish, and more. There's an additional dock fee of US$10 per person.
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day trip - Apr-Nov (AM)
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Nov 1
    US $375
    Fish the Nichupte Lagoon for Snook, Tarpon, Ladyfish, Permit, Bonefish, Jacks, and more. This area is very close to the hotel district and its calm waters are perfect for children and those prone to seasickness. There's an additional dock fee of US$10 per person.
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day trip - Nov-Apr (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Nov 1 - Apr 1
    US $375
    Fish the Nichupte Lagoon for Snook, Tarpon, Ladyfish, Permit, Bonefish, Jacks, and more. This area is very close to the hotel district and its calm waters are perfect for children and those prone to seasickness. There's an additional dock fee of US$10 per person.
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day trip (PM)
    In demand! Last booked: 5 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $375
    Head out to the Nichupte Lagoon for an afternoon fishing for Snook, Tarpon, Ladyfish, Permit, Bonefish, Jacks, and more among the calm, protected waters which are perfect for children and those prone to seasickness. There's an additional dock fee of US$10 per person.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip (Apr - Nov)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 31
    US $425
    Fish the Nichupte Lagoon for a vast array of great inshore food and game fish. Top fly fishing favorites like Bonefish and Permit combine with great table fare like Speckled Trout and Mangrove Snappers. These waters are also very close and well sheltered, making them perfect for children of those who suffer from seasickness. There's an additional dock fee of US$10 per person.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip (Nov-Apr)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Nov 1 - Apr 30
    US $425
    Fish the Nichupte Lagoon for a vast array of great inshore food and game fish. Top fly fishing favorites like Bonefish and Permit combine with great table fare like Speckled Trout and Mangrove Snappers. These waters are also very close and well sheltered, making them perfect for children of those who suffer from seasickness. There's an additional dock fee of US$10 per person.
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FAQs about Cancun Light Tackle & Fly Fishing Tours

Cancun Light Tackle & Fly Fishing Tours offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $300 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip - Apr-Nov (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $300 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip - Nov-Apr (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $300 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $375 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day trip - Apr-Nov (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $375 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day trip - Nov-Apr (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $375 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day trip (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $425 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip (Apr - Nov) (8 hours)
  • US $425 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip (Nov-Apr) (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Cancun Light Tackle & Fly Fishing Tours, you can expect the following amenity onboard:
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Cancun Light Tackle & Fly Fishing Tours include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Drinks (Included on your trip are purified water, sodas and Gatorades! On the 6 and 8 hour trip we include a box lunch as well. This contains a ham/cheese and salami sandwich, potato chips and cookies.)
  • Fishing License (Fishing licenses are included on your trip. The only extra is a 10 dollar dock fee per person and a gratitude to your guide.)
  • Fly Fishing Equipment

Cancun Light Tackle & Fly Fishing Tours offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Cancun Light Tackle & Fly Fishing Tours offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Spinning
  • Fly Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Cancun Light Tackle & Fly Fishing Tours include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Bonefish
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Ladyfish
  • Permit
  • Snapper (Cubera)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Mutton)
  • Snook
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Tarpon

Meet the Charter Operator

Cancun Light Tackle & Fly Fishing Tours
CancĂșn, Quintana Roo, Mexico
507 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since October 2017
Angler's Choice
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My name is Martin van der Does and I'm from the Netherlands. I've been living in Cancun for the last 22 years and fishing has always been my passion since I was a kid. I have 3 guides working for me and occasionally still guide myself too. We are the longest running guide service in Cancun, with well over 20 years of successful trips. Our seasoned guides will make sure you are fishing in the best spots in Nichupte Lagoon so you catch the fish of a lifetime.

About this listing

Targeted species

Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Bonefish Bonefish
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle
Ladyfish Ladyfish

Boat specs

Maverick HPX (Flats boat) originally built in 2016. Powered by a 70HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 36 knots.

Length
17 ft
Capacity
3 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Spinning
Fly Fishing

Amenities

Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Drinks
Included on your trip are purified water, sodas and Gatorades! On the 6 and 8 hour trip we include a box lunch as well. This contains a ham/cheese and salami sandwich, potato chips and cookies.
Fishing License
Fishing licenses are included on your trip. The only extra is a 10 dollar dock fee per person and a gratitude to your guide.
Fly Fishing Equipment

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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
5 and up
You Keep Catch
Can keep a few Snappers and Snook for eating
Catch and Release Allowed
Catch and Release Mandatory
We practise catch and release only as we fish in a national park. If however you catch a few decent size Snappers your welcome to take 1 or 2.

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

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 439 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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A must
Amazing experience and beautiful memories!
Amazing experience and beautiful memories!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
93%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
85%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
82%
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James W.
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Amazing experience and beautiful memories!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (PM) on April 7, 2024
This was my 9 year old son’s first fishing excursion and it was beyond amazing.  It was everything I could have wished it...
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William H.
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Different kind of fishing

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip - Nov-Apr (AM) on February 5, 2024
My son and I went out fishing early on a cool February morning with Noel. He thoughtfully supplied us with wind breakers to...
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John M.
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Windy January outing.

VERIFIED   3/4 Day trip - Nov-Apr (AM) on January 25, 2024
Our experience with this charter was very good. Communication was great. The guide, Noel, worked hard to give us the best opportunity...
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Jon D.
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Great outfit overall, would use again.

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip (Nov-Apr) on January 24, 2024
Martin (owner) was super easy to work with and wants to make sure everyone has a great experience - guides, boats and gear...
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Grant G.
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Fishing was awesome

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip (Nov-Apr) on December 17, 2023
Had a fun time fishing the with Mao my guide. I booked an 8hr trip because you don’t just come down and fish for only a few...
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