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PV Hook Up
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PV Hook Up

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
100+ reviews
PV Hook Up is a leading operator of sportfishing charters in Puerto Vallarta. Founded back in 1996 by a group of amigos, its mission is to give everyone who visits Puerto Vallarta a bilingual fishing hook up and the same wonderful experience these friends had when they first arrived in this paradise. With the best gear money can buy and a collection of the best captains in Puerto Vallarta, this is the largest fleet of fishing vessels in the local area and is one that is bound to give you lasting memories.

Charters

Rating

4.7
192 reviews
4.6
Boat & Equipment
4.7
Captain & Crew
4.6
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

89%
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
92%
Recommend this charter
88%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
81%
Caught fish

All reviews (192)

Showing 1 – 5 of 192 reviews
  • Kevin Lewis Grenz
    Kevin Lewis Grenz
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Great day on the Bay - Caught a Sailfish

    4 Hour Bay Trip - 7:00 AM • 7 adults

    We caught a 95" 80 lbs. Sailfish on a morning trip. Captain and crew were very observant and noticed that one of our live bait got clipped by a Sailfish. They then focused on an area and we got a hit and landed our first bill fish.

    Response from Charter operator

    Hi Kevin Congratulations thats a big Sailfish! i attached photos for you guys. Thanks again for fishing with us!

  • Lane Fitzsimmons
    Lane Fitzsimmons
    ca
    Saskatchewan, Canada
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Only boat to catch!!

    8 Hour Offshore Trip (18-22 miles) • 7 adults • 2 children

    We went deep sea fishing, hooked the only sailfish on the day (so we heard) and then caught some bonito and eventually had 4 jack on the line at once. It was an amazing day on the ocean overall!!

    Response from Charter operator

    Thanks Lane, congrats on the big fish! Also Thank you very much for taking the time to write a review and post your fish photos we will appreciate it! thanks again!

  • Gates Poulin
    Gates Poulin
    Repeat angler
    ca
    Ontario, Canada
    Member since 2022
    5 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    Best boat yet

    7 hour fishing Charter • 2 adults

    Went out recently for a 7 hour trip with Captain Caesar and first mates Charlie and Eduardo. On the hunt for sailfish, they took us out within three miles of La Corbetena, then back to El Morro and Marietas Islands. The crew, especially the first mates worked extremely hard, putting out 8 lines, changing the bait frequently, and pretty well throwing everything they had at it, but sadly, to no avail. In all fairness, it is pretty well the tail end of the Sailfish and Marlin season. We tipped them well nonetheless for a great effort. The boat, and all their gear was top notch. Shimano reels, great lures, all the electronics you could ask for. The air conditioned cabin was a god sent as the stern can get hot when you facing east. The cabin was very clean and well stocked. Charlie made us the best Ceviche with one of the Bonito we caught, that I have ever had. Thanks again Charlie. We will charter this boat again, but maybe do some reef fishing instead. Thanks again to Fish Stories. Good luck boys.

    Response from Charter operator

    Hi Gates Thanks for fishing with us again and taking the time to write a review we really appreciate it! and we will catch a big Sail next time! thanks again!

  • Paul Flynn
    Paul Flynn
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2020
    6 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    Quality boat and great crew

    Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) - 10:00 AM • 6 adults

    The boat itself and all the equipment were all top shelf. And the crew was friendly and professional. Unfortunately we only caught one fish. We were all over some mahi, but they just weren't hungry. But overall the we still had a good experience. I would go back out with these guys. Next time, I think I'll do a 6-hr trip (rather than 4-hr). I was told that in June/July, it's best to get outside of the bay and get in the open water.

    Response from Charter operator

    Hi Paul Thanks for fishing with us. hopefully next time the fish will he hungry! thanks again!

  • James Mccurry
    James Mccurry
    us
    Washington State, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Amazing trip definitely recommend!

    4 hour Fishing Adventure - 8:00 AM • 2 adults

    We had a lot of a fun, and it was the perfect getaway while in Puerto Vallarta, the captain was great, will definitely book again in the future!

    Response from Charter operator

    thanks for fishing with us James

Real catches shared by our community

  • PV Hook Up – Macarala 38' NV
    PV Hook Up – Macarala 38' NVNuevo Vallarta, NA
    Two young anglers and a captain proudly display a large sailfish aboard a sportfishing boat offshore.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Sailfish
    Lane F.
    Lane F.
    We went deep sea fishing, hooked the only sailfish on the day (so we heard) and then caught some bonito and eventually had 4 jack on the line at once. It was an amazing day on the ocean overall!!
  • PV Hook Up – GuanaTuna PV
    PV Hook Up – GuanaTuna PVPuerto Vallarta, JA
    Adult angler proudly holding a large mahi-mahi aboard a center-console fishing boat offshore.
    Fish 1
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Big Mahi Mahi with Captain Scooby Yesterday! We went offshore for a 12 hour day it was a little alow but we caught this Mahi!
  • PV Hook Up – Macarala 38' NV
    PV Hook Up – Macarala 38' NVNuevo Vallarta, NA
    Two anglers proudly display a large sailfish aboard a boat with a tropical mountainous coastline in the background.
    Fish 1
    Sailfish
    Kevin L.
    Kevin L.
    We caught a 95" 80 lbs. Sailfish on a morning trip. Captain and crew were very observant and noticed that one of our live bait got clipped by a Sailfish. They then focused on an area and we got a hit and landed our first bill fish.
  • PV Hook Up – Macarala 38' NV
    PV Hook Up – Macarala 38' NVNuevo Vallarta, NA
    Group of adult anglers holding a large sailfish aboard a boat on open ocean, with the fish's prominent dorsal sail fully displayed.
    Fish 1
    Sailfish
    Big Sailfish yeaterday! The bay has been red hot with Sailfish! This is not normal for a 4 hr day but the fishing has been incredible inside the bay this last week!
  • Yacht Punta Mita Fishing Charter
    Yacht Punta Mita Fishing CharterPunta Mita, NA
    Three anglers proudly display a large sailfish aboard a sportfishing boat offshore, with rods and active wake visible.
    Fish 1
    Sailfish
    Lots of Sailfish biting in Punta Mita!
  • PV Hook Up – GuanaTuna PV
    PV Hook Up – GuanaTuna PVPuerto Vallarta, JA
    Two adult anglers display a large sailfish aboard a sportfishing boat on open ocean waters.
    Fish 1
    Sailfish
    2 Sailfish fishing Offshore!
  • PV Hook Up – 38 Sportfisher
    PV Hook Up – 38 SportfisherPuerto Vallarta, JA
    Young angler holding a large shark aboard a charter boat in open ocean, with fishing gear and wake visible behind him.
    Fish 1
    Blacktip Shark
    Andrew .
    Andrew .
  • PV Hook Up – 35' Cabo Yacht
    PV Hook Up – 35' Cabo YachtNuevo Vallarta, NA
    Three anglers aboard a center-console fishing boat proudly holding large yellowfin tuna offshore.
    Fish 1
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Tuna biting offshore!
  • PV Hook Up – GuanaTuna PV
    PV Hook Up – GuanaTuna PVPuerto Vallarta, JA
    Young angler proudly holding a large yellowtail fish aboard a small fishing boat with scenic mountain coastline in the background.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Pacific Crevalle Jack
    Francisco S.
    Francisco S.
    the trip was good saw a lot of turtles and dolphins
  • PV Hook Up – 38 Sportfisher
    PV Hook Up – 38 SportfisherPuerto Vallarta, JA
    A group of young anglers proudly displaying a large Jack Crevalle on a fishing trip, showcasing their catch against a scenic ocean backdrop.
    Fish 1
    Jack Crevalle
    Oscar O.
    Oscar O.
    El capitan excelente,la embarcacion de lo mejor,pescamos un pez Toro y la pasamos increible!!!

Our Fishing Locations

What's biting with PV Hook Up – 38 Sportfisher in Puerto Vallarta

The weather begins to stabilize and tourist season starts up anew. Say goodbye to hotel discounts, but say hello to huge prizes at the International Marlin and Sailfish Tournament.

Top catches for November

Fishing reports

Adult angler proudly holding a large mahi-mahi aboard a center-console fishing boat offshore.

Big Mahi Mahi on a 12‑Hour Offshore Trip

Nov 5, 2026 • Puerto Vallarta
Big Mahi Mahi with Captain Scooby Yesterday! We went offshore for a 12 hour day it was a little alow but we caught this Mahi!
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Group of adult anglers holding a large sailfish aboard a boat on open ocean, with the fish's prominent dorsal sail fully displayed.

Bay on Fire: Big Sailfish in 4-hr Trip

Nov 4, 2026 • Nuevo Vallarta
Big Sailfish yeaterday! The bay has been red hot with Sailfish! This is not normal for a 4 hr day but the fishing has been incredible inside the bay this last week!
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Three anglers proudly display a large sailfish aboard a sportfishing boat offshore, with rods and active wake visible.

Plenty of Sailfish Biting in Punta Mita

Oct 30, 2026 • Punta Mita
Lots of Sailfish biting in Punta Mita!
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Two adult anglers display a large sailfish aboard a sportfishing boat on open ocean waters.

Two Sailfish Offshore Action

Oct 27, 2026 • Puerto Vallarta
2 Sailfish fishing Offshore!
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Three anglers aboard a center-console fishing boat proudly holding large yellowfin tuna offshore.

Offshore Tuna Bite

Oct 15, 2026 • Nuevo Vallarta
Tuna biting offshore!
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Angler reeling in a large Yellowfin Tuna on a fishing charter, showcasing the excitement of deep-sea fishing.

Offshore Tunas on 12‑Hour Charters

Aug 12, 2026 • Puerto Vallarta
Tunas biting offshore on 12 hour fishing charters!
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