Captain
Juan Manuel Padilla

Member since July 2019 Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Background
Captain Juan Padilla has been fishing Bahía de Banderas his whole life. He was taught the ropes by his father and he’s carried his legacy to his son and grandson, who are his first and second mates. They run their family business together off the coast of Puerto Vallarta and are proud of the generational knowledge of their local fishing grounds that have become world-famous over the last few decades. Capt. Juan loves meeting new people and sharing his passion for fishing with other like-minded anglers. He invites people from all over the globe to come to experience the true paradise of the beautiful Pacific Coast of Mexico!
Techniques
Trolling and Casting.

Hey, I'm Captain Juan Manuel Padilla

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Background
Captain Juan Padilla has been fishing Bahía de Banderas his whole life. He was taught the ropes by his father and he’s carried his legacy to his son and grandson, who are his first and second mates. They run their family business together off the coast of Puerto Vallarta and are proud of the generational knowledge of their local fishing grounds that have become world-famous over the last few decades. Capt. Juan loves meeting new people and sharing his passion for fishing with other like-minded anglers. He invites people from all over the globe to come to experience the true paradise of the beautiful Pacific Coast of Mexico!
Techniques
Trolling and Casting.
Our Team
Hugo A.
Business associate
Juan P.
First mate

My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(7 reviews)
Puerto Vallarta
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $800

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 8 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (27)
Amazing!!
January fishing trip
Huge sailfish great day!!!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
88%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
100%
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Kebin F.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

2 Juan better than one

VERIFIED   Offshore All day on June 12, 2024
Captain and his 1st mate was Juan and Juan. They were great. Older boat but well kept. Next time we will get a little bigger...
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Shannon O.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Huge sailfish great day!!!

VERIFIED   Offshore All day on November 1, 2024
We had a fantastic day of fishing. We went for big fish and thatโ€™s what they delivered!! We caught 2 sailfish one was almost...
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Kincaid A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Amazing!!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on February 10, 2025
What a great experience! Awesome captains, and a clean boat!
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Kelly P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Barbara did not disappoint

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 26, 2024
The crew was amazing and very attentive.ย  The fruit was fantastic and the ceviche made from our coach was top notch.ย  We...
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Seth P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

January fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on January 16, 2025
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