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Javier Silva
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Javier Silva

Puerto Aventuras, Mexico
10+ reviews
Captain Javier Silva has been spearfishing for the last 30 years and has spent almost as long teaching people to dive. Capt. Javier is very big on safety. He knows that guns are not toys, even if they're used to have fun. He's never had an accident or an injury on one of his trips and he works hard on each charter to keep it that way while making sure everyone onboard has fun.

Charter

Rating

5.0
10 reviews
5.0
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

All reviews (10)

Showing 1 – 5 of 10 reviews
  • John Hansen
    John Hansen
    Repeat angler
    us
    Colorado, US
    Member since 2023
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome experience!

    Half Day Trip – Shared PM (5-9 MAX) • 9 adults • 6 children

    Captain and in-water guide were great. Very patient with our big group of youngsters. And to top it off, they cooked our kill at their restaurant that same evening. Highly recommend if you’re comfortable free diving.

    Reported catch:
    Cubera Snapper
    Amberjack
  • Matt Taylor
    Matt Taylor
    Chile
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Well worth the experience

    Half Day Trip – Private (1 MAX) • 1 adult

    Even though we didn’t find a ton of fish they worked hard to find them and we did get them. Highly recommend this fun group of guys, you can tell they love what they do. Make you feel relaxed and definitely go through the tips of free diving. Also highly recommend getting your fish cooked at the restaurant. Amazing…Would never have thought of using barracuda as ceviche. They cooked the hoghead fish fried and grilled. The experience and the meal afterwards was a highlight of our trip to Mexico. Would highly recommend!

    Reported catch:
    Hogfish
    Great Barracuda
    Response from Captain

    Thanks Matt is great for us to see your good comments and appreciate very much

  • Trey Lopez
    Trey Lopez
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2022
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Hold your breath

    Half Day Trip – shared • 2 adults

    The weather was less than ideal the week we came to playa del Carmen for vacation. Javier contacted us to reschedule to a time that would have less current and more visibility. Javier was a great instructor and very patient. This was a first time for my 15 year old son and I. The fresh fish afterwards was the best meal of the trip. It was hard work but so much fun. I can’t wait to try again next year.

    Reported catch:
    Gray Triggerfish
  • Douglas Brokaw
    Douglas Brokaw
    us
    Iowa, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Half Day Trip

    Half Day Trip – shared • 4 adults

    If you want the best experience of your life...then look no further. It looks easier than it actually is, but Javier and Frankie can create success and fun for the most memorable trip. Our expectations were blown out of the water (pun intended.) It's not just the encounter of free diving and spearfishing, but the personal connection and amazing after-fishing cooking/eating that completes the whole experience. Our party enjoyed the connection with the guides as much as the fishing. We most definitely would book our outing with Arpon again!

  • Dave Weisbrodt
    Dave Weisbrodt
    Repeat angler
    ca
    British Columbia, Canada
    Member since 2022
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Half day trip

    Half Day Trip – Shared AM (2 Min ) • 1 adult

    I had an amazing time on this trip! The staff are amazing, caring, and extremely knowledgeable about their spearfishing. Safety was a high priority, and I felt totally comfortable after all of their in depth instructions. I didn't get to spear a fish, but the trip was still fun and very memorable! Highly recommend this trip even if you have never spearfished before!

Real catches shared by our community

  • Arpon Spearfishing
    Arpon SpearfishingPuerto Aventuras, QR
    A smiling individual holding a platter of grilled fish garnished with lime and vegetables, showcasing a culinary experience at a fishing-related establishment.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Red Snapper
    Matt T.
    Matt T.
    Even though we didn’t find a ton of fish they worked hard to find them and we did get them. Highly recommend this fun group of guys, you can tell they love what they do. Make you feel relaxed and definitely go through the tips of free diving. Also highly recommend getting your fish cooked at the restaurant. Amazing…Would never have thought of using barracuda as ceviche. They cooked the hoghead fish fried and grilled. The experience and the meal afterwards was a highlight of our trip to Mexico. Would highly recommend!
  • Arpon Spearfishing
    Arpon SpearfishingPuerto Aventuras, QR
    A young individual interacting with a dolphin in calm waters, showcasing a unique marine experience.
    Trey L.
    Trey L.
    The weather was less than ideal the week we came to playa del Carmen for vacation. Javier contacted us to reschedule to a time that would have less current and more visibility. Javier was a great instructor and very patient. This was a first time for my 15 year old son and I. The fresh fish afterwards was the best meal of the trip. It was hard work but so much fun. I can’t wait to try again next year.
  • Arpon Spearfishing
    Arpon SpearfishingPuerto Aventuras, QR
    Plated seafood meal with a fish entrée, ceviche, salad, rice, and fried plantain chips; no boat or fishing activity is visible.
    Sean L.
    Sean L.
    Did the full day trip, went spearfishing first, then trolling then bottom fishing. Great crew, great place. The restaurant that cooks up the fresh catch is top notch also
  • Arpon Spearfishing
    Arpon SpearfishingPuerto Aventuras, QR
    A group of four divers proudly displaying their catch, including various reef fish, after a successful day of spearfishing in clear tropical waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Red Snapper
    Douglas B.
    Douglas B.
    If you want the best experience of your life...then look no further. It looks easier than it actually is, but Javier and Frankie can create success and fun for the most memorable trip. Our expectations were blown out of the water (pun intended.) It's not just the encounter of free diving and spearfishing, but the personal connection and amazing after-fishing cooking/eating that completes the whole experience. Our party enjoyed the connection with the guides as much as the fishing. We most definitely would book our outing with Arpon again!
  • Arpon Spearfishing
    Arpon SpearfishingPuerto Aventuras, QR
    Group of women displaying multiple fish and a large spiny lobster aboard a fishing boat.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Almaco Jack
    another amazing day catching a variaty of tropical fish with 150 ft visivility and a great crew ARPON SPEARFISHING
  • Arpon Spearfishing
    Arpon SpearfishingPuerto Aventuras, QR
    Group posing with a large silver fish and spearfishing gear beneath a boat canopy.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Black Drum
    Last week our guide Matias Senestrari took the biggest White Margate ever and a new iusa record. Last record was 6,4 kg and we got a 8,4 kg great catch and amazing Cubera Snapper. Come and get your own world record with us!

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Puerto Aventuras and surrounding villages host their Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebrations. This is an awesome opportunity for tourists to experience something other than fishing!

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Fishing reports

Group of women displaying multiple fish and a large spiny lobster aboard a fishing boat.

sashimi and grill lobster trip

Jan 24, 2015 • Puerto Aventuras
another amazing day catching a variaty of tropical fish with 150 ft visivility and a great crew ARPON SPEARFISHING
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Group posing with a large silver fish and spearfishing gear beneath a boat canopy.

World Record

Dec 1, 2014 • Puerto Aventuras
Last week our guide Matias Senestrari took the biggest White Margate ever and a new iusa record. Last record was 6,4 kg and we got a 8,4 kg great catch and amazing Cubera Snapper. Come and get your own world record with us!
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