Charter Operator
Puerto Vallarta Calypso Fishing

Member since January 2015 Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Background
Captain Ariel has been on a boat and on the water all his life but has only been in the charter business for 12 years. His passion comes from seeing a passenger on his boat with a big fat smile when they got that nice fish on board and showing everybody the beauty of Banderas Bay – Captain Ariel's backyard. This makes him the happiest person alive!
Techniques
Captain Ariel's favorite fishing style is going for big fish with small or light tackle. The determination you need to bring for a 100 lb Tuna on light tackle is what makes fishing exciting for him. The captain believes you need to be holding a rod when you’re fishing, not just looking at it. He also loves trolling but feels there's nothing like casting or popping for big Roosterfish or Snapper!

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Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Background
Captain Ariel has been on a boat and on the water all his life but has only been in the charter business for 12 years. His passion comes from seeing a passenger on his boat with a big fat smile when they got that nice fish on board and showing everybody the beauty of Banderas Bay – Captain Ariel's backyard. This makes him the happiest person alive!
Techniques
Captain Ariel's favorite fishing style is going for big fish with small or light tackle. The determination you need to bring for a 100 lb Tuna on light tackle is what makes fishing exciting for him. The captain believes you need to be holding a rod when you’re fishing, not just looking at it. He also loves trolling but feels there's nothing like casting or popping for big Roosterfish or Snapper!
Our Team
Josafath Alexis M.
Captain
Adriรกn M.
Captain
Erick C.
Captain
Pepe C.
Captain

My Charter Listings

Excellent
4.7 / 5
(42 reviews)
Puerto Vallarta
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Trips from US $280
Excellent
4.8 / 5
(169 reviews)
Puerto Vallarta
 Last booking: 6 days ago
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Trips from US $310
Excellent
4.8 / 5
(50 reviews)
Nuevo Vallarta
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Trips from US $360
Very good
3.3 / 5
(1 review)
Puerto Vallarta
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Trips from US $500

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 262 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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The search for Fish and epic reward
The search for Fish and epic reward
The search for Fish and epic reward
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
91%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
90%
Appropriate for children
88%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
76%
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Willie W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

The search for Fish and epic reward

VERIFIED   10hr-3pax(offshore fishing) on April 11, 2025
Captain Ariel contacted us the day before our trip to ask what we are looking to catch. He gave us his assessment and had several...
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Oswaldo C.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Amazing trip on the water with plenty of fish on deck

VERIFIED   6hr ONLY FISHING IN THE BAY (5pax) on January 15, 2025
We booked the 6 hour trip and fished mostly the north part of the bay near Punta Mita. Our two deckhands were extremely friendly...
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Tyler F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Calypso can fish!

VERIFIED   10hr tuna&marlyn-CORBETENA 3 pax on January 3, 2025
Fantastic day on the water with the Calypso crew. Great communication before, during, and after. Top notch gear, comfortable...
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Stacy H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

FISH ON!

VERIFIED   10hr-3pax(offshore fishing) on October 5, 2024
My son and I came to PV specifically to fish. I chose CALYPSO for a variety of reasons. ABSOLUTELY the right choice. Captain...
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ALEX F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Tight lines!

VERIFIED   6hr ONLY FISHING IN THE BAY (5pax) on September 26, 2024
We came into Puerto Vallarta for a family trip. I had researched this crew beforehand and they came through with a blast. Booked...
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