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Gran Jefe Ii
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Gran Jefe Ii

Zihuatanejo, Mexico
25+ reviews
Zihuatanejo is a small fishing village where Captain Abel and Captain Enrique together with Ivan who's the first mate spent a lot of time on the sea as a kid, playing and learning new fishing skills. Even when he and his friends went to school, they were always related to sea activities. They're happy to end up making a living off what he likes the most.

Charter

Rating

4.7
49 reviews
4.6
Boat & Equipment
4.8
Captain & Crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

94%
Recommend this charter
90%
Caught fish

All reviews (49)

Showing 1 – 5 of 49 reviews
  • James Andrews
    James Andrews
    ca
    British Columbia, Canada
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Best charter ever!

    6 Hour In-shore Fishing & Snorkel • 6 adults

    We caught so many fish, we had to ask for a break! Caught all the Bonitas we could eat in the first hour including 4 at once. Luckily we had taken the Casa Mexica cooking class the day before and made delicious ceviche with them. We asked for another type of fish and they put us on some chevale jacks which were expertly cleaned by Christopher which added to our snorkeling experience by baiting the water with the entrails. if you’re a serious snorkler, I recommend bringing your own gear although the charter will supply some as well. We also saw a lot of humpbacks. I’d definitely book with this charter again. We were able to buy lunch at the dock. Lilly’s restaurant will cook your catch for you but wasn’t open on the Tuesday.

    Reported catch:
    Jack Crevalle
    Bonito
    Response from Charter operator

    HOLA JAMES, IT WAS GOOD TO MEET YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND HAVING YOU ALL ABOARD THE GRAN JEFE II, WE ARE GLAD TO HEAR THAT YOU ENJOYED YOUR EXPERIENCE WITH US, FISHING, SNORKELING, WHALE WHATCHING AND HEARING THEM SINGING, WE CAN CALL IT A DAY, THANKS AGAIN FOR CHOOSING US.

  • Jamie Sinnott
    Jamie Sinnott
    Repeat angler
    us
    Oregon, US
    Member since 2025
    3 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    Great day on the water

    7 Hour – Deep Sea for 10 PPL MAX • 2 adults

    Great trip, boat, and crew. We had an excellent day and landed 4 nice sail fish. Christopher, the deckhand was awesome. He worked really hard and also kept us engaged and provided excellent conversation. The captain, Enrique was on the flying bridge but kept us on the fish. We actually got to ride up there on the run back in. The boat is large and comfortable, diesel engine inboard so it was a bit of a slow run out and back and there was some exhaust fumes at times. We had one reel malfunction that was a pain while fighting a fish but as soon as it was known that rod was taken out of rotation and replaced with another. communication before the trip was a little sparse as we didnt get any response to messages after the initial confirmation and date still ahowed available to book on this website but they were ready when and where they said they'd be despite that. overall a great experience and I would definitely fish with them again.

    Reported catch:
    Sailfish
  • Ricardo Madero
    Ricardo Madero
    mx
    Guadalajara, JAL, Mexico
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Excelente día de pesca!!!!

    7 Hour – Deep Sea for 10 PPL MAX • 12 adults • 3 children

    La experiencia de pescar para los niños fue estupenda la atención de la tripulación fue sensacional para que todos hayamos pasado un muy buen día

  • Kaila Silvey
    Kaila Silvey
    Repeat angler
    ca
    British Columbia, Canada
    Member since 2024
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    feliz cumpleaños

    7 Hour – Deep Sea for 10 PPL MAX • 7 adults • 1 child

    Big fish for a big birthday! We went out on March 11th to celebrate my little brothers 21st bithday. Enrique & Chris put us on this giant which put on a heck of a fight. 1.5 hours later, with a broken hand and broken colalrbone, he managed to get this big blue into the boat. what a champ! We cannot gave asked for a better day! The crew was very friendly any knowledgable and provided an all around great experince.

    Reported catch:
    Blue Marlin
  • Michael Dinardo
    Michael Dinardo
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    6 hour inshore fishing and swim

    6 Hour In-shore Fishing & Snorkel • 9 adults

    This is a great boat. Captain Enrique and deckhand Ali were amazing. We caught Bonita dorado and Spanish mackerel. Cooking it up right now. The mackerel sashimi was fabulous. Book this boat if you want to have a good time.

    Response from Charter operator

    THANKS A LOT FOR CHOOSING US MICHAEL.

Real catches shared by our community

  • Grand Jefe ll Ixtapa Fishing & Leisure Games
    Grand Jefe ll Ixtapa Fishing & Leisure GamesZihuatanejo, GR
    Two anglers proudly displaying a large Sailfish aboard the Hoy Gran Jefe II, showcasing a successful deep-sea fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Sailfish
    Stephen B.
    Stephen B.
    Caught 2 large sailfish- 1 over 3 meters. Crew were great.
  • Grand Jefe ll Ixtapa Fishing & Leisure Games
    Grand Jefe ll Ixtapa Fishing & Leisure GamesZihuatanejo, GR
    A family proudly displays a large fish on board their boat during a fishing trip, showcasing a successful catch in sunny weather.
    Fish 1
    Black Marlin
    Kaila S.
    Kaila S.
    Big fish for a big birthday! We went out on March 11th to celebrate my little brothers 21st bithday. Enrique & Chris put us on this giant which put on a heck of a fight. 1.5 hours later, with a broken hand and broken colalrbone, he managed to get this big blue into the boat. what a champ! We cannot gave asked for a better day! The crew was very friendly any knowledgable and provided an all around great experince.
  • Grand Jefe ll Ixtapa Fishing & Leisure Games
    Grand Jefe ll Ixtapa Fishing & Leisure GamesZihuatanejo, GR
    Two anglers proudly displaying a large Sailfish aboard a sportfishing boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Sailfish
    Jamie S.
    Jamie S.
    Great trip, boat, and crew. We had an excellent day and landed 4 nice sail fish. Christopher, the deckhand was awesome. He worked really hard and also kept us engaged and provided excellent conversation. The captain, Enrique was on the flying bridge but kept us on the fish. We actually got to ride up there on the run back in. The boat is large and comfortable, diesel engine inboard so it was a bit of a slow run out and back and there was some exhaust fumes at times. We had one reel malfunction that was a pain while fighting a fish but as soon as it was known that rod was taken out of rotation and replaced with another. communication before the trip was a little sparse as we didnt get any response to messages after the initial confirmation and date still ahowed available to book on this website but they were ready when and where they said they'd be despite that. overall a great experience and I would definitely fish with them again.
  • Grand Jefe ll Ixtapa Fishing & Leisure Games
    Grand Jefe ll Ixtapa Fishing & Leisure GamesZihuatanejo, GR
    A joyful angler holding a large Jack Crevalle while fishing on a boat in clear waters, showcasing a successful catch.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Jack Crevalle
    James A.
    James A.
    We caught so many fish, we had to ask for a break! Caught all the Bonitas we could eat in the first hour including 4 at once. Luckily we had taken the Casa Mexica cooking class the day before and made delicious ceviche with them. We asked for another type of fish and they put us on some chevale jacks which were expertly cleaned by Christopher which added to our snorkeling experience by baiting the water with the entrails. if you’re a serious snorkler, I recommend bringing your own gear although the charter will supply some as well. We also saw a lot of humpbacks. I’d definitely book with this charter again. We were able to buy lunch at the dock. Lilly’s restaurant will cook your catch for you but wasn’t open on the Tuesday.
  • Grand Jefe ll Ixtapa Fishing & Leisure Games
    Grand Jefe ll Ixtapa Fishing & Leisure GamesZihuatanejo, GR
    Angler proudly displaying a Mahi Mahi while fishing on a boat in clear blue waters.
    Fish 1
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Brett C.
    Brett C.
    Great day on the water. This crew did everything possible to get us fish in the boat. their was no communication to us that the charter started at 7 am because the fish booker said 8 am. Once we did arrive, the captain and first mate were really awesome about the miscommunication. we fished they should us islands and rocks. it was very fun and beautiful. We then went to a private area to snorkle and swim with their floating pad. all in all, the crew, boat, and experience on the water were great. Once we went to pay, they were surprised about me using a card. Again, this is the biggest and most expensive boat in the marina to fish out of. Of course, i knew about the 4% and was going to give the crew a cash tip. We had to wait for the owner to come with the machine, which wasn't a problem. Then, when he charged us, he ended up charging us 4% and then an additional $54 because he said the change rate was different. Agian the crew and captian were awesome but the owner obviously didnt care. so we left paying a extra $54 just because. I have been o. nuch smaller boats and never had a problem with a credit card in this same marina. I also know it's not ideal but when you are the biggest most expensive foshing boat in the marina you have to know. Also the fact the owner over charged $54 and didnt care sucks.
  • Grand Jefe ll Ixtapa Fishing & Leisure Games
    Grand Jefe ll Ixtapa Fishing & Leisure GamesZihuatanejo, GR
    Two anglers proudly displaying a large Sailfish aboard a charter boat in open waters, showcasing a successful deep-sea fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Sailfish
    Curtis H.
    Curtis H.
    Our trip started out very slow, but at no fault of the crew. The captain was always watching the water for birds and the deckhand was always trying different rigs. Things finally picked up in one area and we were getting hits and landed a really nice sailfish. Comfortable boat, great conversation with the deckhand. Always nice sharing fish pics with passionate fishermen. The location and pick up was convenient. The gear was good. I would fish with them again.
  • Grand Jefe ll Ixtapa Fishing & Leisure Games
    Grand Jefe ll Ixtapa Fishing & Leisure GamesZihuatanejo, GR
    An angler proudly displaying a large Bonito while fishing on a boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +3
    Little Tunny (False Albacore)
    Steve L.
    Steve L.
    Captain Enrique and First mate Christopher were the best crew we've ever had! Put us on fish right away! Informative about the different fish we were catching during our trip and Christopher even filtered the ones we wanted to bring back and cook! Next trip already being planned for Mucasoffshore Marlin and Sailfish with this crew! Muchas Gracias!
  • Grand Jefe ll Ixtapa Fishing & Leisure Games
    Grand Jefe ll Ixtapa Fishing & Leisure GamesZihuatanejo, GR
    Aerial view of the Gran Jeff II yacht cruising over clear ocean water, showing its white hull, blue canopy, bow seating, and several passengers aboard.
    Todd M.
    Todd M.
    These guys know what they are doing and are focused on creating a great experience. Our family of 8 har a comfortable and joyful day thanks to the people, the spacious and comfortable boat, and the friendly attention to details. This was our best day of vacation.
  • Grand Jefe ll Ixtapa Fishing & Leisure Games
    Grand Jefe ll Ixtapa Fishing & Leisure GamesZihuatanejo, GR
    The Gran Jefe II cruising through clear waters, showcasing its spacious design and vibrant blue canopy, ideal for a day of fishing.
    Scott S.
    Scott S.
    The Grand Jefe is an excellent boat for a private cruise. The owner and the crew are fantastic and flexible to fulfill all your wishes. We've chartered this boat for the past 4 years and never had an issue. This recent trip we did onshore fishing, whale watching (followed several pods and enjoyed many whale tails!), cruised the Zihua Bay shoreline and the Ixtapa beach shoreline. And end the 4-hr excursion with a glorious sunset before heading back to the pier. The ages of our group were 55-75 (11 people in all). The crew took extra caution helping us board and disembark. The boat easily allowed seating for us all - up to 5 comfortably up on the fly bridge, and the rest sitting on a bench and padded deck for the rest. Thank you Abel, Enrique, and Alberto for a wonderful afternoon!!
  • Grand Jefe ll Ixtapa Fishing & Leisure Games
    Grand Jefe ll Ixtapa Fishing & Leisure GamesZihuatanejo, GR
    Group of anglers fishing from the stern of a center-console boat, with multiple rods deployed and a fish visible in the deep blue water.
    Randy L.
    Randy L.
    6 of us had a great time fishing on the Grand Jefe 2 on 2/4/2025. Communication regarding coordination instructions was good through FishingBooker app as long as we had wifi or cell service. Captain and 2 crew were great and worked hard for us. Fishing was good and we were able to release most fish (sailfish). Very nice well maintained clean boat with nice layout and room to spread out. Christian made us possibly the best ceviche that we've ever had. They had a nice cooler full of ice to store drinks and food. They supplied some beer and water but we brought our own too. 15 minute cab ride from Ixtapa ~ $10US. Handmade sandwiched made at pier entrance that were good and reasonable ~3.50 US. I wouldn't hesitate to book with these guys again.

What's biting with Grand Jefe ll Ixtapa Fishing & Leisure Games in Zihuatanejo

The November bite brings a healthy amount of Wahoo, Tuna, and Mahi Mahi into the game, while Sailfish remain anglers' most-prized catch. Roosters are equally popular inshore, so get your fill of fish!

Top catches for November