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There’s a fish with your name on it in Puerto Vallarta and Fintastic Fishing PV will help you catch it!

These waters are known for Mahi Mahi, Blue Marlin, Jack Crevalle, Mackerel, Grouper, Bonito, Sailfish, and more – with any luck, you’ll have tight lines in no time. Depending on the season and the species you’re after, you may find yourself light tackle fishing, trolling, drifting, jigging, or bottom fishing.

Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are absolutely welcome!

Your adventure will be aboard the 60’ Mikelson yacht with room a capacity of up to 13 guests comfortably.  Relax in the air-conditioned cabin with Starling satellite WIFI and multimedia system. Equipped with 2 bathrooms and 2 cabins, making it the perfect boat for you and your group.

You’ll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, as well as lures. The crew will be glad to clean and fillet your catch for you.

Trips are run with the help of a First and Second Mate, who are there to help you fish and keep everyone safe on board. It’s customary to tip the Mates 10%-20% at the end of the day to show your appreciation. The charter boat covers your fishing license, which means all you have to do is show up ready for a good time!

Fintastic Fishing PV is a kid-friendly charter service, so feel free to make a family day out of it! There will be ceviche (prepared from your fresh catch).

You’ll want to bring sunscreen, (non-spray), sunglasses, a hat and a light sweater.

Now’s the time to experience fishing in Puerto Vallarta with Fintastic Fishing PV!

Fintastic Fishing PV – 60´ Catch Me

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Enjoy your breakfast while fishing for the first part of the day. Then its off to Los Arcos to snorkel and relax. Afterwards we'll head to Las Animas Beach for the best seafood in Vallarta. After lunch, you'll enjoy the beach before heading back in. The trip is perfect for families with kids as it gives you an opportunity to enjoy a bit of everything. 

Includes: Continental breakfast (orange Juice, cereal, fruit, yogurt, coffee, Mexican pastries) 12 pack of beer, fishing licenses, and live bait.

8 Hour Trip – Fish/Snorkel/Beach

8 Hour Trip – Fish/Snorkel/Beach with Fintastic Fishing PV – 60´ Catch Me

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Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico

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This is the perfect trip for the the family. You'll be fishing for  Barracuda, Spanish Mackerel, Jack Crevalle and more. 

Includes: Continental breakfast (Orange juice, cereal, fruit, yogurt, coffee, Mexican pastries) 12 pack of beer, fishing licenses, and live bait.

The payment is due in pesos per the local exchange rate on the day of the trip.

4 Hour Trip (AM)

The perfect trip for the non early risers!

You'll start the day fishing while we make our way to the snorkeling grounds, where you will get to cool off and snorkel.

Includes: welcome fruit platter, fresh mexican pastries, 12 pack of beer, 2(lt) soft drinks, bottled water, ice.

4 Hr Mid Morning Fish/Snorkel

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This trip is perfect for the nonearly risers! Although the fishing takes place mostly in the morning you will still have a chance to set the lines out and have a fun day out on the water. 

Includes: Welcome fruit platter, charcuterie board, 3 (2lt) soft drinks, 12 beers, bottled water ice


4 Hour Trip (PM)

A perfect trip for everyone. You'll start the day fishing and afterward, you will get to cool off and snorkel. The crew will prepare ceviche with your catch of the day. 

Includes: Continental breakfast (orange Juice, cereal, fruit, yogurt, coffee, Mexican pastries) 12 pack of beer, fishing licenses, and live bait.

6 Hour Trip – Fishing/Snorkeling

A perfect trip for everyone. The crew will prepare ceviche with your catch of the day. 

Includes: Continental breakfast (orange Juice, cereal, fruit, yogurt, coffee, Mexican pastries) 12 pack of beer fishing licenses, and live bait.



6 Hour Trip AM – Fishing

A perfect trip for the non early risers! You'll start the day fishing and afterward, you will get to cool off and snorkel. The crew will prepare ceviche with your catch of the day. 

Includes: 1 Tequila bottle, welcome fruit platter, charcuterie board, Mexican fresh salsa, fishing licenses. 



6 Hour PM Fishing/Snorkeling

A perfect trip for the non early risers! You'll start the day fishing and afterward, you will get to cool off and snorkel. The crew will prepare ceviche with your catch of the day. 

Includes: 1 Tequila bottle, welcome fruit platter, charcuterie board, Mexican fresh salsa, fishing licenses.

This is the perfect trip if you're looking for the big one. Depending on the season, you'll have a great time targeting Mahi Mahi, Sailfish, Marlin and other species.  You and the crew will leave the dock at 6:00 a.m. and get back at 2:00 p.m.

Includes: Continental breakfast (orange Juice, cereal, fruit, yogurt, coffee, Mexican pastries) 12 pack of beer, fishing licenses, and live bait.

Up to 18 anglers only


8 Hour Off Shore Trip

This is the perfect trip if you're looking for the big one. Depending on the season, you'll have a great time targeting Mahi Mahi, Sailfish, Marlin and other species.  You and the crew will leave the dock at 6:00 a.m. and get back at 4:00 p.m.

Includes continental breakfast, ceviche prepared from your fresh catch, fishing licenses, and live bait. 

Up to 16 Anglers only.





10 Hour Trip – Offshore Adventure

If you're looking for that trophy fish, nothing beats this trip! Your group and the crew will be fishing up to 55 miles offshore targeting Mahi Mahi, Sailfish, Marlin, and Tuna. You leave the dock at 5:00 a.m. and return at 5:00 p.m.

Includes: Continental breakfast (orange Juice, cereal, fruit, yogurt, coffee, Mexican pastries) 12 pack of beer, ceviche prepared from your fresh catch, fishing licenses, and live bait.

Up to 16 anglers only!




8 Hour Trip – Fish/Snorkel/Beach

8 Hour Trip – Fish/Snorkel/Beach

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