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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
187 reviews
4.6
Boat & Equipment
4.8
Captain & Crew
4.6
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

90%
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
92%
Recommend this charter
88%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
81%
Caught fish

All reviews (187)

Showing 1 – 5 of 187 reviews
  • Gates Poulin
    Gates Poulin
    Repeat angler
    ca
    Ontario, Canada
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    Member since 2022
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    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
    San Antonio, TX, US
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    Member since 2020
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    5 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!

  • Oscar Omar Nuñez
    Oscar Omar Nuñez
    mx
    Guadalajara, JAL, Mexico
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    La mejor experiencia para mis hijos en la pesca

    4 Hour Trip – Bay (AM) • 8 adults • 1 child

    El capitan excelente,la embarcacion de lo mejor,pescamos un pez Toro y la pasamos increible!!!

    Response from Charter operator

    Muchas Gracias !

  • Charles Paschold
    Charles Paschold
    us
    Ohio, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    amazing time!

    6 Hour Trip - Fishing & Snorkeling - 10:00 AM • 2 adults

    we went with Captain Scooby today. He did a great job bringing us around to different areas and made sure we caught fish. it’s never a given that you will, but at one ooint we had 3 fish on at the same time. we had a lot of fun.

    Reported catch:
    Jack Crevalle
    Spanish Mackerel
    Response from Charter operator

    Hi Charles Thanks for fishing with us Im happy you had a great day! I attached some more photos of your trip Thanks again!

  • Francisco Sosa
    Francisco Sosa
    Repeat angler
    us
    Colorado, US
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    Member since 2022
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    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    September fishing trip

    4 hour Fishing Adventure - 8:00 AM • 3 adults

    the trip was good saw a lot of turtles and dolphins

    Reported catch:
    Jack Crevalle
    Response from Charter operator

    Thank You!

Real catches shared by our community

  • PV Hook Up – GuanaTuna PV
    PV Hook Up – GuanaTuna PVPuerto Vallarta, JA
    September fishing trip
    Francisco S.
    Francisco S.
  • PV Hook Up – 38 Sportfisher
    PV Hook Up – 38 SportfisherPuerto Vallarta, JA
    La mejor experiencia para mis hijos en la pesca
    Oscar O.
    Oscar O.
  • PV Hook Up – 35' Cabo Yacht
    PV Hook Up – 35' Cabo YachtNuevo Vallarta, NA
    Excelente
    Ingrid B.
    Ingrid B.
  • PV Hook Up – GuanaTuna PV
    PV Hook Up – GuanaTuna PVPuerto Vallarta, JA
    amazing time!
    Charles P.
    Charles P.
  • 38 Ft Sportfisher - PV Hook Up LC
    38 Ft Sportfisher - PV Hook Up LCLa Cruz De Huanacaxtle, NA
    very clean and neat
    Mark B.
    Mark B.
  • Yacht Punta Mita Fishing Charter
    Yacht Punta Mita Fishing CharterPuerto Vallarta, JA
    Fishing with PV
    Kyle H.
    Kyle H.
  • 38 Ft Sportfisher - PV Hook Up LC
    38 Ft Sportfisher - PV Hook Up LCLa Cruz De Huanacaxtle, NA
    Great day fishing as we took our son out and he wanted a large catch, captain and crew saw a Marlin so they worked to hook the fish. Success and our son caught a 110” Marlin. Caught several red snapper of good size and a larger red snapper.
    William S.
    William S.
  • PV Hook Up – 38 Sportfisher
    PV Hook Up – 38 SportfisherPuerto Vallarta, JA
    Fishing with PV
    Dusty S.
    Dusty S.
  • PV Hook Up – 38 Sportfisher
    PV Hook Up – 38 SportfisherPuerto Vallarta, JA
    Great boat and crew!
    Vladimir S.
    Vladimir S.
  • Yacht Punta Mita Fishing Charter
    Yacht Punta Mita Fishing CharterPuerto Vallarta, JA
    great captain and crew! very knowlegeable
    Omar R.
    Omar R.

Our Fishing Locations

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

With Striped Marlin joining the other behemoths being caught offshore, this is the best month for deep sea fishing in Puerto Vallarta. Add Tuna and Dorado to the mix, and you can't get better than this.

Top catches for September

Fishing reports

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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A young angler proudly displays a large Jack Crevalle while fishing with a companion on a calm day at sea.

Lots of Action inside bay!

Aug 8, 2026 • Puerto Vallarta
Lots of action inside the bay right now Jack Crevalle, Mahi Mahi, Barred snappers, and more!
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A proud angler holding a large Grouper while fishing on a sunny day at sea.

Barred Snapper / Coconaco fish biting

Aug 1, 2026 • Puerto Vallarta
Barred Snapper / Coconaco fish biting on 4 to 5 hour fishing charters inside banderas bay!
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Angler proudly displaying a large Sailfish while aboard a fishing boat, showcasing a successful deep-sea fishing trip.

Sailfish biting !

Jul 30, 2026 • Puerto Vallarta
The sailfish are biting in Puerto Vallarta !
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A proud angler displaying a large Jack Crevalle while fishing from a boat in calm waters.

lots of action inside the bay right now!

Jul 29, 2026 • Nuevo Vallarta
Lots of action inside the bay right now including Jack Crevalle, Barred Snapper, and Mahi Mahi!
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Angler proudly displaying a large Yellowfin Tuna on a sportfishing boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.

Tuna biting offshore 12 hr charters

Jul 28, 2026 • Nuevo Vallarta
Tuna biting offshore on 12 hour fishing charters
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