It was a family trip w/ the first time for daughters, one which is eleven. Seas were abnormally rough, but once settled in all got into a grove. Alfonso is a solid and seasoned captain who fishes about 300+/- days a year. He knows the area well and most importantly differential aquatic terrain, features, and sections for the various species an placement. He has a 2nd named Pancho who works hard and has a sense of humor to boot. Both speak English well, but not primary. The boat is traditional for the region and and well maintained and clean. All caught fish and Alfonso targeted/placed us on different species throughout the day. Beside beverages, they provided fresh fruit which was a pleasant treat. A good overall experience and would go again when visiting.
It was a family trip w/ the first time for daughters, one which is eleven. Seas were abnormally rough, but once settled in all got into a grove. Alfonso is a solid and seasoned captain who fishes about 300+/- days a year. He knows the area well and most importantly differential aquatic terrain, features, and sections for the various species an placement. He has a 2nd named Pancho who works hard and has a sense of humor to boot. Both speak English well, but not primary. The boat is traditional... More
I had taken my two young boys and father-in-law out for a 6 hour trip.ย Captain Alfonso and his first mate were absolutely top notch. They were friendly and engaged with my boys the whole trip.ย We decided to only do trolling, although Captain Alfonso did ask if we wanted to bottom cast as well.ย We all had some luck on the trip with the boys each catching a Bonitos and myself and father-in-law each bagging a barracuda.ย We were able to bring the barracuda back to the restaurant where the boat was docked and they cleaned and prepared it for us right there.ย Captain Alfonso and his first mate even joined us for lunch.ย The experience overall was fantastic.ย I couldnโt have asked for a better time with my family and the crew.ย The meal was also the best Iโve had on the trip so far.ย I canโt wait to come back and head out with Captain Alfonso again!
I had taken my two young boys and father-in-law out for a 6 hour trip.ย Captain Alfonso and his first mate were absolutely top notch. They were friendly and engaged with my boys the whole trip.ย We decided to only do trolling, although Captain Alfonso did ask if we wanted to bottom cast as well.ย We all had some luck on the trip with the boys each catching a Bonitos and myself and father-in-law each bagging a barracuda.ย We were able to bring the barracuda back to the restaurant where the... More
Four of us took a 4 hour fishing trip with Alfonso and crew Pancho. Both worked very hard to catch us fish. It was a day after a storm so not much biting but we were able to hook a blue marlin that unfortunately got away.ย They didnโt give up and later we caught a mahi mahi. We saw another boat that was out and they didnโt get a single bite. We had two other hits to the lines that morning. Alfonso is very knowledgeable and made the trip very relaxing for us. Pancho worked very hard reeling the lines in constantly and switching out the bait, getting the seaweed off the lines. We would definitely book a trip with Alfonso and Pancho again.
Four of us took a 4 hour fishing trip with Alfonso and crew Pancho. Both worked very hard to catch us fish. It was a day after a storm so not much biting but we were able to hook a blue marlin that unfortunately got away.ย They didnโt give up and later we caught a mahi mahi. We saw another boat that was out and they didnโt get a single bite. We had two other hits to the lines that morning. Alfonso is very knowledgeable and made the trip very relaxing for us. Pancho worked very hard reeling... More
Thank you for taking the time to write this review! Sometimes it can be hard to get a bite but we always do our best so you can have a good time. We are glad that you enjoyed the time on the water with us even if the biting was a bit slow! It would be great to see you again!
Couldnโt have asked for a better experience. Our group of 4 booked a half-day (4 hour) trip. We left shore from a beach restaurant in Playa Del Carmen at 1pm. Within the first 30 minutes Alfonso and Pancho hooked a 25lb Mahi-Mahi, and my friend Matthew reeled it in. The boat was comfortably able to hold everyone on board with room to spare. Our valuables were kept safe and dry in watertight compartments which we were free to access as we pleased. Plenty of FREE coronas and water bottles to go around. We went out into the ocean (not too far, the town and beaches were still visible) and travelled westward for 2 hours, before turning around for the remainder of the trip. You need zero experience fishing to go on this trip. Alfonso and Pancho handle the intricacies while you relax and have a few beers with your friends, then when a fish bites, all you have to do is reel it in. With 30+ years of experience, they can GUARANTEE you a catch. Alfonso, Pancho, thank you. My friends and i will be seeing you again. Hasta luego!
Couldnโt have asked for a better experience. Our group of 4 booked a half-day (4 hour) trip. We left shore from a beach restaurant in Playa Del Carmen at 1pm. Within the first 30 minutes Alfonso and Pancho hooked a 25lb Mahi-Mahi, and my friend Matthew reeled it in. The boat was comfortably able to hold everyone on board with room to spare. Our valuables were kept safe and dry in watertight compartments which we were free to access as we pleased. Plenty of FREE coronas and water bottles to go... More