Captain
Mario Castillon Santana

Member since April 2021 Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Background
Mario the Caption of Burton lll has been on the water in the Banderas bay of Puerto Vallarta and all throughout Mexico catching fish since he was 5 years old! Even though he has been out on the water catching fish for many years, His passion is daily sparked when he finds the fish jumping or when the reel lights up with action! A 3rd generation fisherman and a local to Vallarta, he is someone who is passionate about catching fish and showing clients his town. You are sure to have a great time aboard the Burton lll seeing the wildlife, the views of the town and catching fish.
Techniques
Some of Marios perfected styles of fishing and techniques are, Trolling with live bait trolling with lures. Bottom fishing when it’s the season Casting when he sees the schools of fish Using jigs Poppers

Hey, I'm Captain Mario Castillon Santana

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Background
Mario the Caption of Burton lll has been on the water in the Banderas bay of Puerto Vallarta and all throughout Mexico catching fish since he was 5 years old! Even though he has been out on the water catching fish for many years, His passion is daily sparked when he finds the fish jumping or when the reel lights up with action! A 3rd generation fisherman and a local to Vallarta, he is someone who is passionate about catching fish and showing clients his town. You are sure to have a great time aboard the Burton lll seeing the wildlife, the views of the town and catching fish.
Techniques
Some of Marios perfected styles of fishing and techniques are, Trolling with live bait trolling with lures. Bottom fishing when it’s the season Casting when he sees the schools of fish Using jigs Poppers
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Excellent
4.9 / 5
(264 reviews)
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Puerto Vallarta
 Last booking: 3 days ago
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Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 264 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
91%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
95%
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Thomas D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

February fishing trip

VERIFIED   8 hours trip-offshore on February 21, 2025
Thomas D. recommends Burton lll Sport Fishing
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Mark S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Mario

VERIFIED   4 hours fishing trip on January 20, 2025
Mark S. recommends Burton lll Sport Fishing
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Paul R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great day fishing ๐ŸŽฃ Bonitos and Mackerel landed.

VERIFIED   4 hours fishing trip on January 10, 2025
Paul R. recommends Burton lll Sport Fishing
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Dustin S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great time with Burton III!

VERIFIED   8 hours trip-offshore on October 27, 2024
Dustin S. recommends Burton lll Sport Fishing
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Brighton F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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September fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 hours fishing trip on September 11, 2024
Brighton F. recommends Burton lll Sport Fishing
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