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
(477 reviews)
Playa Del Carmen
 2 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $320

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 477 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (809)
what a day
what a day
WAHOO catch.
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Angler rating
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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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Sara W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great experience

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on February 2, 2025
We had a lovely half day with very nice crew. We caught several smaller fish, one bigger barracuda and a reef shark! Luckily...
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Matthew A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on September 6, 2025
My wife and I had an amazing time on our 4 hour trip. The captain and crew were amazing and put us on the fish.ย  Highly recommend...
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Grant H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Bucket list trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on July 19, 2025
My two teenage boys and I booked a 6 hour trip. We had an excellent time. We had so much fun catching our first Mahi Mahi....
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Kevin P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Best fishing trip!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 20, 2025
Had the best captains and were super professional. These guys know what theyโ€™re doing and were super genuine. One of the...
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Trevor M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Good trip Lots of Mahi

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on June 11, 2025
Super windy day and captain made the trip amazing with lots of Mahi Afterwords the local seafood shop made by far the...
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