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Epi Gilligan Fishing
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Epi Gilligan Fishing

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
250+ reviews
Captain Epifanio has been fishing in Puerto Vallarta his whole life. Catching fish is a passion, a job, a calling. He would never trade it for anything else.

Charters

Rating

4.6
280 reviews
4.5
Boat & Equipment
4.8
Captain & Crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

90%
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
92%
Recommend this charter
88%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
84%
Caught fish

All reviews (280)

Showing 1 – 5 of 280 reviews
  • Kenneth Myers
    Kenneth Myers
    Repeat angler
    us
    Washington D.C., US
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    Member since 2019
    •
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Excellent fishing trip!

    4 hour trip • 4 adults

    Capitán Epifanio welcomed us onto the Gilligan III for a fun morning of fishing. He and first mate Agustín were very kind and helpful for our group of four, including my 89 year old mother-in-law. We trolled around and managed to hook up with some nice Crevalle Jacks! The boat was adaquate- their equipment worked well and we had a great time- of course catching fish made the trip even better. When we return to Puerto Vallarta- we will definitely schedule another trip on the Gilligan III.

    Reported catch:
    Jack Crevalle
    Response from Captain

    thank you.was a pleasure

  • Tim Capello
    Tim Capello
    mx
    Baja California Sur, Mexico
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great outfitter

    8 Hour Trip • 1 adult

    Had a great 8 hr charter today. Chuey was captain and Jorge was first mate. Both were great. No issues with English. Caught lots of fish. About a dozen skip jacks, Spanish mackerel, two large Jack crevelle, and lost a nice mahi mahi at the boat. They knew what they were doing. Both very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend you consider Epi Gilligan.

    Reported catch:
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Jack Crevalle
    Skipjack Tuna
  • Alex Lopez
    Alex Lopez
    us
    California, US
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    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    family fishing trip

    6 hour Day Trip • 4 adults

    This was a wonderful fishing trip with my son and brothers. Captain Jesus and his assistant were just amazing and professional. we caught several fish, lost a couple; however, overall experience was Amazing! We will definitely book eith Captain Jesus next time we come to Puerto Vallarta. Gracias Capitan Chuy!

    Reported catch:
    Jack Crevalle
    Bonito
    Response from Captain

    thank you was a pleasure

  • Charles Beaulieu
    Charles Beaulieu
    ca
    Quebec, Canada
    •
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    AMAZING FISHING TRIP !!!!!!

    8 Hour Trip • 3 adults

    An incredible day with Epi Jr and the crew guy. We were incredibly satisfied from start to finish. A very nice little boat, perfect for fishing. We caught a beautiful big mahi-mahi to cap off this perfect day. I've had many fishing trips like this and I highly recommend it to everyone. Thank you.

    Reported catch:
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Ori Scherr
    Ori Scherr
    us
    Massachusetts, US
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    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    6 out of 5 stars

    4 Hour Trip • 6 adults • 1 child

    Our 2nd yr in a row and already planning a 3rd. Epi is very knowledgeable about fishing spots and helped us snag a 39cm jack caravelle as well as a smaller skipjack. Great communication and fun personalities for spending hrs on a boat together.

    Reported catch:
    Jack Crevalle
    Skipjack Tuna
    Response from Captain

    thank you Ori ones again a pleasure have you and your family on board

Real catches shared by our community

  • Gilligan III
    Gilligan IIIPuerto Vallarta, JA
    Excellent fishing trip!
    Kenneth M.
    Kenneth M.
  • Epi Gilligan Fishing
    Epi Gilligan FishingPuerto Vallarta, JA
    Fishing with Epifanio
    Travis S.
    Travis S.
  • Gilligan III
    Gilligan IIIPuerto Vallarta, JA
    Caught a Shark!
    Marian Z.
    Marian Z.
  • Gilligan III
    Gilligan IIIPuerto Vallarta, JA
    TunaThon
    Jarrell B.
    Jarrell B.
  • Epi Gilligan Fishing
    Epi Gilligan FishingPuerto Vallarta, JA
    So much fun!
    Jessica T.
    Jessica T.
  • Gilligan III
    Gilligan IIIPuerto Vallarta, JA
    short but memoriable fishing trip
    Steve M.
    Steve M.
  • Epi Gilligan Fishing
    Epi Gilligan FishingPuerto Vallarta, JA
    Great outfitter
    Tim C.
    Tim C.
  • Epi Gilligan Fishing
    Epi Gilligan FishingPuerto Vallarta, JA
    good day fishing
    Thomas R.
    Thomas R.
  • Gilligan III
    Gilligan IIIPuerto Vallarta, JA
    family fishing trip
    Alex L.
    Alex L.
  • Epi Gilligan Fishing
    Epi Gilligan FishingPuerto Vallarta, JA
    Fantastic crew with kids!
    Melissa K.
    Melissa K.

Our Fishing Locations

What's biting with Epi Gilligan Fishing in Puerto Vallarta

With Striped Marlin joining the other behemoths being caught offshore, this is the best month for deep sea fishing in Puerto Vallarta. Add Tuna and Dorado to the mix, and you can't get better than this.

Top catches for September

Fishing reports

A large fish, likely a Mako Shark, is displayed on the deck of a boat, showcasing the catch after a successful fishing trip.

Good Action on the Water

Aug 11, 2026 • Puerto Vallarta
Was good action
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Two anglers aboard a boat proudly displaying a caught fish, likely a Mackerel, while enjoying a day of fishing in open waters.

10 hour trip

Dec 9, 2024 • Puerto Vallarta
Very good day , the catch was two sailfish and a couple of bonita.
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A family of four proudly displaying their catch of large fish, including Amberjack, on a fishing boat in a sunny coastal environment.

Great day

Nov 26, 2024 • Puerto Vallarta
We caught 2 african panpano and 2 jacks
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Group of four anglers enjoying a day on the water, with a visible catch of fish on the boat floor.

Mahi mahi on fire?

Aug 4, 2024 • Puerto Vallarta
Lots of mahi mahi , good timeing to catch a good memory .
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