Captain
Gerardo Ramirez

Member since December 2018 Playa Del Carmen, Mexico
Background
Growing up near the sea in Mexico meant that Captain Ramirez grew up with a rod in his hands. It was only logical, then, that he turn his passion, and the passion of a community, into a profession. He's been a qualified captain since 2004 and just loves running charters. For Capt. Ramirez, seeing people smile as they reel in a fish is the biggest perk of the job, along with being able to spend time on the water.
Techniques
in summer I like trolling because it is the time of marlin, dorado, pezvela, wahoo and tuna in winter because it is the season of crowned, snappers and groupers

Hey, I'm Captain Gerardo Ramirez

Playa Del Carmen, Mexico
Background
Growing up near the sea in Mexico meant that Captain Ramirez grew up with a rod in his hands. It was only logical, then, that he turn his passion, and the passion of a community, into a profession. He's been a qualified captain since 2004 and just loves running charters. For Capt. Ramirez, seeing people smile as they reel in a fish is the biggest perk of the job, along with being able to spend time on the water.
Techniques
in summer I like trolling because it is the time of marlin, dorado, pezvela, wahoo and tuna in winter because it is the season of crowned, snappers and groupers

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(479 reviews)
Playa Del Carmen
 Last booking: 53 minutes ago
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $320

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 479 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Angler rating
435
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
94%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
84%
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Brooklyn S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

BEST EXPERIENCE!!

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hour Trip on October 9, 2025
This trip was hands down one of the best memories we have ever made! We did a 6 hour trip which felt like the perfect amount...
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Britt M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great experience

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip (AM) on November 5, 2025
meeting place what right near pin location and boad was well labeled. we got there a little early and captain was already ready...
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Amber M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

The Best Day!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on September 1, 2025
Such an awesome day out on the water! The guys worked nonstop setting lines and switching bait to get us on fish. We reeled...
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Andy H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Incredible Time

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on July 22, 2025
4 of us guys went out with Gerardo and had the best time out on the water. Fish were not biting during the first hour, but...
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Alexander P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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We had an incredible experience on our 6-hour fishing charter! From start to finish, the crew was friendly, professional, and...
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