Spearfishing Huatulco 

4.9
(21 reviews)
 Santa Cruz Huatulco, Crucecita, OA, Mexico–

Spearfishing Huatulco 

Crucecita, OA, Mexico
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27 ft
8
4.9
(21 reviews)

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Spearfishing Huatulco invites you to join Captain Gonzalo Cruz for a fun day of spearfishing in the waters near Huatulco, Mexico. The crew is very passionate about spearfishing and freediving and will do their best to make sure you have a blast while you're aboard.

The boat itself is a 27' Imemsa that's powered by a Yamaha engine. It's equipped with all the necessary safety and navigation gear, plus amenities such as a shower that you can use. There is plenty of space aboard for up to 8 passengers, so feel free to bring along your friends or family members.

The captain knows the local fishery like the back of his hand and will take you to the best places for either spearfishing or just regular freediving. Some of the fish species you can expect to see in these waters include Mahi Mahi, Jack Crevalle, Amberjack, and Spanish Mackerel.

The price of a trip includes three spearguns with all of the accompanying fishing and snorkeling gear. Feel free to bring some drinks and snacks if you want, and don't forget a pair of sunglasses. Don't worry if you're not experienced in spearfishing, the crew is there to show you all you need to know.

Spearfishing Huatulco invites you to join Captain Gonzalo Cruz for a fun day of spearfishing in the waters near Huatulco, Mexico. The crew is very passionate about spearfishing and freediving and will do their best to make sure you have a blast while you're aboard.

The boat itself is a 27' Imemsa that's powered by a Yamaha engine. It's equipped with all the necessary safety and navigation gear, plus amenities such as a shower that you can use. There is plenty of space aboard for up to 8 passengers, so feel free to bring along your friends or family members.

The captain knows the local fishery like the back of his hand and will take you to the best places for either spearfishing or just regular freediving. Some of the fish species you can expect to see in these waters include Mahi Mahi, Jack Crevalle, Amberjack, and Spanish Mackerel.

The price of a trip includes three spearguns with all of the accompanying fishing and snorkeling gear. Feel free to bring some drinks and snacks if you want, and don't forget a pair of sunglasses. Don't worry if you're not experienced in spearfishing, the crew is there to show you all you need to know.

Gonzalo Cruz
Captain
Gonzalo Cruz
21 years of experience

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Freediving no boat
Non-refundable
3 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 3:00 PM)
US $240
Entire boat: 2 people
1-3 Hours Spearfishing Trip NO BOAT
Non-refundable
3 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM)
Barracuda (Pacific)
Trevally (Golden)
Spanish Mackerel
Snapper (Cubera)
+3
US $300
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip - Freediving Bays
Non-refundable
13 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip - Spearfishing Bays
Non-refundable
4 hour trip multiple starting times (12:00 AM, 7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM)
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle
Roosterfish
+5
US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 hour trip boat upgrade
Non-refundable
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM)
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Roosterfish
Barracuda (Pacific)
+5
US $1,100
Entire boat: 2 people
Backwaters Fishing Adventure
Non-refundable
8 hour trip multiple starting times (4:00 AM, 5:00 AM, 6:00 AM, 7:00 AM)
Amberjack
Barracuda (Pacific)
Trevally (Golden)
Spanish Mackerel
+1
US $3,000
Entire boat: up to 4 people

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Rating

4.9
21 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (22)

Reviews (21)

  • Seth Godard
    Seth Godard
    Repeat angler
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Everything I hoped for! Shore Dive warmup to Bay Tour

    1-3 Hours Spearfishing Trip NO BOAT on October 15, 2025 • 2 adults

    As a beginner with a strong passion and commitment to learn the sport, Andrew and Gonzalo taught me a lot. The breath work lesson before the dive was more enlightening than anything I've come across on youtube. With thier guidance I was able to do my first guided max breath hold and achieved over 3 mins which they say is above average. This was a great leap forward in my understanding and abilities and a real confidence boost for me! We swam all around the bay and dove on fish. They pointed out a few different good eating fish and then demonstrated good dive forms and good hunting techniques. They took time with my girl too who is less serious about the sport and she even shot her first fish with a speargun! I got two fish which was icing on the cake as far as I'm concerned. There is a lot going on as a newbie and I think its more important to focus on finding my zen in the water, learning my gear, and improving technique. At the end Gonzalo jumped right in and cleaned my two fish for me and Andrew graciously gifted us some of his catch with which we had two meals the following day. It was a great introduction to our week here along the coast. I'll be spending a few days practicing up for the Bays Tour by boat which I'm super stoked for! (no expectations!)

  • Seth Godard
    Seth Godard
    Repeat angler
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Experience! Do it!

    4 Hour Trip - Spearfishing Bays on October 21, 2025 • 2 adults

    going from Bay to Bay really gave me a lot of confidence in swimming in deeper waters. We saw a lot more species than the short diving and more varied underwater features. I highly recommend this trip to anyone looking to advance their understanding of spearfishing! Thank you, Andrew and Gonzalo! I hope to return sooner than later!

  • Vance Hrechkosy
    Vance Hrechkosy
    Repeat angler
    ca
    Manitoba, Canada
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Success in Huatulco

    4 Hour Trip - Spearfishing Bays on January 7, 2025 • 3 adults

    Andrew and Gonzales were great They went over the breathing etc with my two friends that had never even snorkelled I a few surgeon fish, a nice Jack trevaly, a big trigger fish and a small tuna We brought about 15 lbs of meat back to our condo We had a large humpback only 30 yards from our boat and dolphins around us Also had a large school of white spotted rays swim by I will be doing this again Good guys and very informative

  • Jenice Wilson
    Jenice Wilson
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    You gotta go!

    1-3 Hours Spearfishing Trip NO BOAT on June 5, 2024 • 1 adult

    This was all time and once in a lifetime. Andrew was an amazing instructor. He made me feel safe, capable, confident, comfortable, knowledgeable and prepared. I went on my first spearfishing excursion with him. We went over psychological and physiological breathing fundamentals and stretches. I got acquainted with the gear and then we went for a long swim and a successful hunt! We walked about 150 feet from the water to the small beach restaurant where they made our fish into a delicious ceviche. Add a few beers and it was truly a perfect day that I'll never forget.

  • Zhenzhong Xing
    Zhenzhong Xing
    us
    Iowa, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    One of the best thing to try in Oaxaca

    1-3 Hours Spearfishing Trip NO BOAT on December 22, 2024 • 1 adult

    The view and experience were awesome. I had zero experience with diving before, but I was able to catch something towards the end of the trip. I absolutely recommend it if you are thinking about visiting Oaxaca.

  • Craig Kiselbach
    Craig Kiselbach
    Repeat angler
    Mexico
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great experience

    4 Hour Trip - Spearfishing Bays on March 29, 2024 • 4 adults

    I took my 15 yr old son and his friend and had a great time. They prepared us very well and we all got fish. It was safe and professional. Excellent way to see the world under the water. We will do it again!

  • Mark Lester
    Mark Lester
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2021
    5.0
    Verified

    Ocean Adventure

    4 Hour Trip - Spearfishing Bays on June 4, 2021 • 4 adults

    My friends and I were visiting Huatulco and wanted to do something adventurous. We’re also huge fans of Survivor and thought spear fishing would be a great new challenge. All 4 of us had different levels of experience and skill in the water, but Andrew and Porfirio made us all feel comfortable with the sport. Andrew even met with us early to help with breathing techniques. They took us to different spots and each of us had the opportunity to hunt and enjoy the splendor of Huatulco’s ocean life. Andrew was a pro and pointed out each different species of fish to us. We even got to eat our catch right there on the boat! It’s an experience we’ll never forget. So if you’re looking for something interesting, this is the thing to do. Thanks for the lesson and the fun time!

  • Craig Kiselbach
    Craig Kiselbach
    Repeat angler
    Mexico
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    great adventure

    4 Hour Trip - Freediving Bays on March 31, 2026 • 3 adults

    this is out second time going and its been great. excellent information and tea hing for starters. fun

  • Neil Ryan
    Neil Ryan
    us
    Tennessee, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Great for first time spearfishing

    1-3 Hours Spearfishing Trip NO BOAT on March 8, 2025 • 1 adult

    Great job explaining breathing techniques etc. and getting out hunting! I caught 2 fish with no prior experience. Thanks!

  • James Accardi
    James Accardi
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    4 hour spearfishing bay's

    4 Hour Trip - Freediving Bays on May 15, 2022 • 1 adult

    A great experience by far. I wanted to spearfish and the lady's I was with wanted to sightsee all the bay's. Our guide Andrew made it happen. Kept the lady's happy with his local knowledge of all the scenic bay's/beaches and I was able to get in a few hours of spearfishing. Was nice to have an expert freediver/spearfisher sharing his knowledge on breathwork and freediving techniques to help advance my own skills. Everybody had an awesome time, and the fresh ceviche with our catch on the ride back, it doesn't get any better. Highly recommended!

Rating

4.9
21 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (22)

All reviews (21)

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Seth Godard
Seth Godard
Repeat angler
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Everything I hoped for! Shore Dive warmup to Bay Tour
1-3 Hours Spearfishing Trip NO BOAT on October 15, 2025 • 2 adults

As a beginner with a strong passion and commitment to learn the sport, Andrew and Gonzalo taught me a lot. The breath work lesson before the dive was more enlightening than anything I've come across on youtube. With thier guidance I was able to do my first guided max breath hold and achieved over 3 mins which they say is above average. This was a great leap forward in my understanding and abilities and a real confidence boost for me! We swam all around the bay and dove on fish. They pointed out a few different good eating fish and then demonstrated good dive forms and good hunting techniques. They took time with my girl too who is less serious about the sport and she even shot her first fish with a speargun! I got two fish which was icing on the cake as far as I'm concerned. There is a lot going on as a newbie and I think its more important to focus on finding my zen in the water, learning my gear, and improving technique. At the end Gonzalo jumped right in and cleaned my two fish for me and Andrew graciously gifted us some of his catch with which we had two meals the following day. It was a great introduction to our week here along the coast. I'll be spending a few days practicing up for the Bays Tour by boat which I'm super stoked for! (no expectations!)

Seth Godard
Seth Godard
Repeat angler
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Great Experience! Do it!
4 Hour Trip - Spearfishing Bays on October 21, 2025 • 2 adults

going from Bay to Bay really gave me a lot of confidence in swimming in deeper waters. We saw a lot more species than the short diving and more varied underwater features. I highly recommend this trip to anyone looking to advance their understanding of spearfishing! Thank you, Andrew and Gonzalo! I hope to return sooner than later!

Craig Kiselbach
Craig Kiselbach
Repeat angler
Mexico
Member since 2024
2 trips
5.0
Verified
great adventure
4 Hour Trip - Freediving Bays on March 31, 2026 • 3 adults

this is out second time going and its been great. excellent information and tea hing for starters. fun

Vance Hrechkosy
Vance Hrechkosy
Repeat angler
ca
Manitoba, Canada
Member since 2024
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Success in Huatulco
4 Hour Trip - Spearfishing Bays on January 7, 2025 • 3 adults

Andrew and Gonzales were great They went over the breathing etc with my two friends that had never even snorkelled I a few surgeon fish, a nice Jack trevaly, a big trigger fish and a small tuna We brought about 15 lbs of meat back to our condo We had a large humpback only 30 yards from our boat and dolphins around us Also had a large school of white spotted rays swim by I will be doing this again Good guys and very informative

Reported catch:
Jack Crevalle
Spanish Mackerel
Cubera Snapper
Jenice Wilson
Jenice Wilson
us
California, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
You gotta go!
1-3 Hours Spearfishing Trip NO BOAT on June 5, 2024 • 1 adult

This was all time and once in a lifetime. Andrew was an amazing instructor. He made me feel safe, capable, confident, comfortable, knowledgeable and prepared. I went on my first spearfishing excursion with him. We went over psychological and physiological breathing fundamentals and stretches. I got acquainted with the gear and then we went for a long swim and a successful hunt! We walked about 150 feet from the water to the small beach restaurant where they made our fish into a delicious ceviche. Add a few beers and it was truly a perfect day that I'll never forget.

Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel

FAQs about Spearfishing Huatulco

Spearfishing Huatulco offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $120 per person - Freediving no boat (3 hours)
  • US $120 per person - Freediving no boat - 10:00 AM (3 hours)
  • US $120 per person - Freediving no boat - 3:00 PM (3 hours)
  • US $120 per person - Freediving no boat - 7:00 AM (3 hours)
  • US $120 per person - Freediving no boat - 8:00 AM (3 hours)
  • US $120 per person - Freediving no boat - 9:00 AM (3 hours)
  • US $150 per person - 1-3 Hours Spearfishing Trip NO BOAT (3 hours)
  • US $150 per person - 1-3 Hours Spearfishing Trip NO BOAT - 7:00 AM (3 hours)
  • US $150 per person - 1-3 Hours Spearfishing Trip NO BOAT - 8:00 AM (3 hours)
  • US $150 per person - 1-3 Hours Spearfishing Trip NO BOAT - 9:00 AM (3 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hour Trip - Freediving Bays (13 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hour Trip - Freediving Bays - 1:00 PM (13 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hour Trip - Freediving Bays - 10:00 AM (13 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hour Trip - Freediving Bays - 11:00 AM (13 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hour Trip - Freediving Bays - 6:00 AM (13 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hour Trip - Freediving Bays - 9:00 AM (13 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hour Trip - Spearfishing Bays (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hour Trip - Spearfishing Bays - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hour Trip - Spearfishing Bays - 10:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hour Trip - Spearfishing Bays - 11:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hour Trip - Spearfishing Bays - 12:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hour Trip - Spearfishing Bays - 2:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hour Trip - Spearfishing Bays - 7:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hour Trip - Spearfishing Bays - 9:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $100 per person after 1 guest - 4 hour trip boat upgrade (4 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $100 per person after 1 guest - 4 hour trip boat upgrade - 7:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $100 per person after 1 guest - 4 hour trip boat upgrade - 9:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $3,000 per group - Backwaters Fishing Adventure (8 hours)
  • US $3,000 per group - Backwaters Fishing Adventure - 5:00 AM (8 hours)
  • US $3,000 per group - Backwaters Fishing Adventure - 6:00 AM (8 hours)
  • US $3,000 per group - Backwaters Fishing Adventure - 7:00 AM (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Spearfishing Huatulco, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Spearfishing equipment We also have rods on board.
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Spearfishing Huatulco include:
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
Spearfishing Huatulco offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Spearfishing Huatulco offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Jigging
  • Spearfishing
Top targeted fish species with Spearfishing Huatulco include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Pacific)
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Hogfish
  • Jack (Horse-eye)
  • Jack (Pacific Crevalle)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Roosterfish
  • Snapper (Cubera)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Trevally (Golden)

Your captain

Gonzalo Cruz
Gonzalo Cruz

Crucecita, Oaxaca, Mexico

21 Customer reviews
Typical response within 3 hours
Member since December 2017

Captain Gonzalo is a Huatulco native, and you can say freediving and spearfishing are in his blood. With more than three decades of experience under his belt, he knows what's needed for a fun and exciting trip. He likes nothing more than to help people who are just starting out and put them on the right track.

Gonzalo Cruz
Gonzalo Cruz
21
reviews
2017
member since
~3h
response
Captain Gonzalo is a Huatulco native, and you can say freediving and spearfishing are in his blood. With more than three decades of experience under his belt, he knows what's needed for a fun and exciting trip. He likes nothing more than to help people who are just starting out and put them on the right track.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Pacific Barracuda
Pacific Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Hogfish
Hogfish
Horse-eye Jack
Horse-eye Jack
Pacific Crevalle Jack
Pacific Crevalle Jack
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Roosterfish
Roosterfish
Cubera Snapper
Cubera Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Golden Trevally
Golden Trevally
Amberjack
Amberjack
Pacific Barracuda
Pacific Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Hogfish
Hogfish
Horse-eye Jack
Horse-eye Jack

Real catches by this captain

  • Great Experience!  Do it!
    Seth G.
    Seth G.
  • Everything I hoped for!  Shore Dive warmup to Bay Tour
    Seth G.
    Seth G.
  • Success in Huatulco
    Vance H.
    Vance H.
  • One of the best thing to try in Oaxaca
    Zhenzhong X.
    Zhenzhong X.
  • Great experience
    Craig K.
    Craig K.
  • Ocean Adventure
    Mark L.
    Mark L.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
8 persons
Boat length
27 ft
Year built
1993
Restored in
2009
Boat manufacturer
Imemsa
Boat type
Skiff
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 75HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Jigging
Spearfishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Snorkeling equipment
Spearfishing equipment
We also have rods on board.
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Catch cleaning & filleting

How cancellations work

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

You keep catch
Crew keeps catch

How you can pay

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

What’s biting in Crucecita right now

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
RoosterfishRoosterfish
Snapper (Cubera)Snapper (Cubera)
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel

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