Ranked among Saltwater Sportsman’s top 12 billfishing destinations in the world, big game fishing in Cancún needs no introduction. Head offshore from the Riviera Maya and the Caribbean opens up a whole other dimension. A Cancún Deep Sea fishing charter will make all your angling dreams come true, so why not book one?
When we say Billfish, we mean serious species. Charters are known to land up to 100 Sailfish in a day, along with White and Blue Marlin who stay in the waters for six months of the year. As if that wasn’t good enough, there’s a year-round population of Tuna – Bluefin, Blackfin, Yellowfin, Albacore, and Skipjack.
Wanting more? Mahi Mahi and Wahoo are a worthy supporting cast, along with Barracuda. Meanwhile, head to the serious deep spots, and you could try deep dropping for such elusive species as Swordfish and deepwater Grouper.
To get to these open waters, you’ll need at least a full day, with some Cancún deep sea fishing charters offering multiple days on the water. These trips are suited to more experienced anglers, and they usually come with all the gear provided. Some charters offer drinks and snacks, but not all. Just make sure to clear that up, along with the catch policy, before hopping aboard.
Rules and Regulations
Deep sea fishing regulations in Mexico are more lax than in the US, meaning you can even take Billfish home. You can only catch one per day, though, and they count as five of your overall limit of 10 fish. Check whether you need a fishing license before you go and get ready for a fishing trip to remember.