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Fishing Season Starts Strong
May 28, 2025 Playa Del Carmen 2 photos
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Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Barracuda (Great)
Barracuda (Great)
Marlin (White)
Marlin (White)

Trip Summary

On the morning of May 28th, we headed out at 6 AM for a 6-hour fishing trip with a couple visiting from Montreal. Despite slightly choppy conditions, the Dramamine worked perfectly and everyone felt great throughout the trip. The fishing was nonstop, with an incredible number of Mahi Mahi caught — we’ve been seeing these show up in larger schools more frequently, signaling a strong start to the season. We used live bait and trolling techniques, which proved highly effective. Along with the many Mahi Mahi, we also landed a barracuda and even a white marlin, making it an exciting and memorable outing. The fishing season is clearly kicking off with great energy, and we're looking forward to more successful trips like this one.
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