Charter Operator
Kay Kib

Member since December 2018 Puerto Aventuras, Mexico
Background
Your background capitan Miguel Ancona has been fishing the Caribbean waters of Playa del Carmen of over 15 years. As the owner of The Reel thing, he leads a local crew that knows every reef, current, and secret fishing spot by heart. Passionate about sportfishing and customer satisfaction, Miguel combines local knowledge with top-quality service to offer unforgettable fishing experiences. His team proudly earned 2nd place at the National tournament in Playa del carmen and continues to make every trip excited - whether you're a first-time angler or a seasoned pro. Join The Reel thing and experience the adventure, the sea, and the thrill of the catch - playa del carmen style!
Techniques
Trolling, bottom fishing, deep sea fishing, jigging, spinning, live bait fishing

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Puerto Aventuras, Mexico
Background
Your background capitan Miguel Ancona has been fishing the Caribbean waters of Playa del Carmen of over 15 years. As the owner of The Reel thing, he leads a local crew that knows every reef, current, and secret fishing spot by heart. Passionate about sportfishing and customer satisfaction, Miguel combines local knowledge with top-quality service to offer unforgettable fishing experiences. His team proudly earned 2nd place at the National tournament in Playa del carmen and continues to make every trip excited - whether you're a first-time angler or a seasoned pro. Join The Reel thing and experience the adventure, the sea, and the thrill of the catch - playa del carmen style!
Techniques
Trolling, bottom fishing, deep sea fishing, jigging, spinning, live bait fishing

My Charter Listings

Excellent
4.7 / 5
(34 reviews)
Puerto Aventuras
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Trips from US $750
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4.4 / 5
(26 reviews)
Puerto Aventuras
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
(1 review)
Puerto Aventuras
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Trips from US $690

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.6 / 5
out of 5 stars from 61 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.5 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.5 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (55)
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Angler rating
43
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
79%
Friendly captain
95%
Recommend this charter
89%
Appropriate for children
81%
Satisfied with the boat
88%
Caught fish
91%
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Stwfan M.
Benito Juarez, Quintana Roo
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

August fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on August 26, 2020
Stwfan M. recommends 38' Especial Private Fishing & Snorkeling tri
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Ron V.
Port Charlotte, FL
Good
3.0 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Poor
1.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Miguel

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on January 4, 2023
Water was very rough. One in our party got sick so we didnโ€™t get to fish.
Ron V. recommends Kay Kib -โ€“The Reel Thing 38'
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Fabien R.
Dallas, Texas
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Half day

VERIFIED   4 Hour Nearshore fishing-fast & fun on December 27, 2019
Nice boat, equipment and crew.ย  Great time but i wished we caught more fish.ย  But was enough for an excellent Ceviche that...
Fabien R. recommends Kay Kib -โ€“The Reel Thing 38'
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Tim W.
Moapa, NV
Good
2.7 / 5
Experience:
Poor
1.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Bad
2.0 / 5
Overall

The crew was fantastic the boat was terrible.

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on January 27, 2023
The crew was great, it started poring rain and the captain was shivering from cold.ย  The other two stayed in the rain with...
Tim W. does not recommend 38' Especial Private Fishing & Snorkeling tri
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Colin K.
Mexico
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Miguel

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on September 1, 2019
Colin K. recommends Kay Kib -โ€“The Reel Thing 38'
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