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
4.7 / 5
(13 reviews)
Puerto Vallarta
Trips from US $800

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 13 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (29)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
69%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
100%
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Keely C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Amazing Trip!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on February 2, 2026
This was our 3rd trip on the Barbara with the same crew!! we absolutely loved it as always. we will continue to book this boat...
Keely C. recommends BARBARA Sportfishing
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Vince M.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   NEW  January 28, 2026
The charter operator canceled 4 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
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Pierre C.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   December 29, 2025
The charter operator canceled 1 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
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Steve G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

December fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on December 1, 2025
Steve G. recommends BARBARA Sportfishing
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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!
Kincaid A. recommends BARBARA Sportfishing
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