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
(468 reviews)
Playa Del Carmen
 Last booking: 10 hours ago
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $320

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 468 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (787)
6 hours of fun
Great day fishing!!!
Great day fishing!!!
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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
83%
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Steph C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great morning fishing w Balihoo

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on January 9, 2025
Just got back from an amazing fishing trip! Our captain, Balta and his first mate were fantastic with my kids, making sure...
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Adrian T.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Captain and mate, caught plenty fish!!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on December 29, 2024
We had a wonderful time fishing, the most authentic part of our holiday.ย  The meeting point is located just slightly North...
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Mathieu M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

6 hours of fun

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hour Trip on July 28, 2025
Fun from start to finish. Took 9 Mahi Mahi in the first 4 hours. Lot of waves for the last 2 hours. Guides was working very...
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William T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Awesome day on the water!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on March 20, 2025
Tough day catching fish but not for any lack of effort or knowledge from Balta and Paolo. We caught a few grouper and snapper....
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Grant H.
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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Bucket list trip

VERIFIED   NEW  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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