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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First mate
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(258 reviews)
Angler's choice
Puerto Vallarta
 Last booking: 8 hours ago
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Trips from US $320

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 258 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
96%
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Michael W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing

VERIFIED   6 hours fishing snorkel beach on June 9, 2025
Mario and Alex were so fun, informative, and so respectful. Both spoke perfect English and were very polite and accommodating....
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Travis H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Dorado top water

VERIFIED   6 hours fishing snorkel beach on June 8, 2025
Mario and Alex were great! We had good time fishing. Morning bite was slow, however we caught an afternoon Dorado bite! Casting...
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Ben J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Awesome Operation

VERIFIED   6 hours fishing snorkel beach on March 22, 2025
I have been fishing a number of times in Mexico and Cuba with limited success. Captain Mario and Team were excellent. Very...
Ben J. recommends Burton lll Sport Fishing
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Ross A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
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Perfect day on the water!

VERIFIED   6 hours trip - Inshore on February 23, 2025
A calm day trolling. Perfect weather. Caught 8 fish between 30-50 lbs.ย  Released them all! (except 2 Bonita we ate that night)ย ...
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Chris 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 Trip

VERIFIED   8 hours trip-offshore on December 24, 2024
Mario picked us up on time and we hit the water.. As soon as we got to our first spot we were on fish within minutes.. Got...
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