Puerto Vallarta Fly Fishing Charters

32 Fishing Charters

Puerto Vallarta: 32 fishing charters available
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4.8 / 5
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4.8 / 5
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Fly Fishing in Puerto Vallarta

Puerto Vallarta’s year-round heat makes this stunning town the perfect place to unwind whenever you want, with the chance of going fishing an added bonus. Come fly fishing in Puerto Vallarta and see a different side to the resort, as you explore the stunning waters of the Pacific and test your angling skills!

What to Expect

Protected from the open ocean by a horseshoe coastline, Puerto Vallarta lies facing the Bay of Banderas. These calm fishing grounds are the ideal place for beginners to learn to fish, without having to worry about getting seasick.
 
With trips lasting from a couple of hours to six hours on these nearshore adventures, there’s something for everyone. Experienced anglers can get in touch with the captain before to ask if going out for a whole day on the bay is a possibility. Meanwhile, first-timers can learn from the professional, experienced crew aboard a Puerto Vallarta fly fishing charter. 
 
Aboard a traditional fishing vessel such as a “Panga” center console, you’ll get a real taste of Mexican fishing culture. Some trips may take place aboard larger offshore sportfishing boats, with the higher prices a sign of the luxury you’ll experience on board. 

What fish can I catch?

Puerto Vallarta offers more than just beauty and the chance to relax. Its fishing opportunities are legendary all over Latin America, with the Bay of Banderas offering up a whole host of exciting and delicious inshore and nearshore fish. 
 
Fly anglers can get their fill of sportfishing by targeting exotic creatures like Roosterfish, tough-fighting beasts like Snook, and plenty of delicious creatures like Mackerel, Jacks, and more. The more experienced among you may be tempted by a trip a little bit further out, where Mahi Mahi and Wahoo are sure to push your skills to the limit.

When to Go

With temperatures reaching the 90s year-round, there’s never a bad time to come fly fishing in Puerto Vallarta. The warm waters attract plenty of fish no matter when you come, so whether you’re looking for a summer vacation or an escape from the winter blues, you’re in luck. The peak fishing season does, however, kick in in spring, with February through May offering your best chance of landing the widest array of fish in these productive waters. 

How to Prepare

With the tourist industry in full swing, your Puerto Vallarta fly fishing guide will do everything they can to make sure you enjoy your trip. Most captains offer some bottled water to keep you refreshed, while some will even offer a range of drinks. Most will suggest that you bring your own drinks and snacks, so make sure to stock up before coming aboard.
 
As most charters also offer conventional fishing trips, they may not always provide fly fishing gear. Check with your captain before hopping aboard to see whether you need to rent some equipment back at the dock. 
 
And that’s that. You’re all set to go on your next fly fishing adventure. If you’re thinking of a trip to Mexico, then why not take a closer look at Puerto Vallarta to satisfy your fishing needs and much, much more?
Puerto Vallarta
Excellent
4.2 / 5
Based on 29,146 reviews by FishingBooker anglers

What anglers said about Fly Fishing in Puerto Vallarta

Itโ€™s called fishing, not catching for a reason. Book the longer trip, the bigger fish are further outside of the bay.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Itโ€™s called fishing, not catching for a reason. Book the longer trip, the bigger fish are further outside of the bay.
Martin's Fishing Adventures
Martin's Fishing Adventures
Caught a lot of fish but didnโ€™t keep many because we did t know how good Creville jack is. Also We did have a large Mackeral on the line but lost it.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Caught a lot of fish but didnโ€™t keep many because we did t know how good Creville jack is. Also We did have a large Mackeral on the line but lost it.
PV Sail, Fishing & Tours โ€“ Top Gun
PV Sail, Fishing & Tours โ€“ Top Gun
Use a local charter to get an idea of the best bait and bank fishing rigs and approach.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Use a local charter to get an idea of the best bait and bank fishing rigs and approach.
Super Panga Tres Estrellas
Super Panga Tres Estrellas
The captain and his first mate exceeded our expectations. I highly recommend this trip.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The captain and his first mate exceeded our expectations. I highly recommend this trip.
Sol Y Mar
Sol Y Mar
It is the off season for fishing Porta Vallarta but there are still fish in the bay to chase. And they are super fun to catch and release.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
It is the off season for fishing Porta Vallarta but there are still fish in the bay to chase. And they are super fun to catch and release.
Vikingo Charters โ€“ Valkyrie
Vikingo Charters โ€“ Valkyrie
This was the first time I caught multiple fish on a trip. I havenโ€™t had great luck in the past.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
This was the first time I caught multiple fish on a trip. I havenโ€™t had great luck in the past.
Sol Y Mar
Sol Y Mar
Be prepared for any weather. It poured and then was sunny and warm. The water can get rough, take motion sickness medication if you have any concern of sea sickness. It worked great for us.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Be prepared for any weather. It poured and then was sunny and warm. The water can get rough, take motion sickness medication if you have any concern of sea sickness. It worked great for us.
Valeria I
Valeria I
Rains often in mornings this time of year, ski afternoon trip might be better chances if you donโ€™t want to get wet :)
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Rains often in mornings this time of year, ski afternoon trip might be better chances if you donโ€™t want to get wet :)
Epi Gilligan Fishing
Epi Gilligan Fishing
Mahi season starts in July and Marlin season starts around September. We didnโ€™t go out very far so didnโ€™t catch anything too crazy but was still so fun. If itโ€™s your first time and you wanna catch some crazy stuff- go deeper and during the fish season months you want to catch.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Mahi season starts in July and Marlin season starts around September. We didnโ€™t go out very far so didnโ€™t catch anything too crazy but was still so fun. If itโ€™s your first time and you wanna catch some crazy stuff- go deeper and during the fish season months you want to catch.
Valeria I
Valeria I
Gabriel told us that the best time to fish for the large trophy sized game fish is October through January. If your trip revolves around catching these, I'd reach out to Gabriel directly to see how things are going that particular year and have him help you plan your trip. For our family, we were just happy reeling in fish and Gabriel made sure we got to do plenty of that while also fishing for the big ones which are pretty hard to find in June.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Gabriel told us that the best time to fish for the large trophy sized game fish is October through January. If your trip revolves around catching these, I'd reach out to Gabriel directly to see how things are going that particular year and have him help you plan your trip. For our family, we were just happy reeling in fish and Gabriel made sure we got to do plenty of that while also fishing for the big ones which are pretty hard to find in June.
Super Panga Tres Estrellas
Super Panga Tres Estrellas
Get to know someone like Captain Gabriel who knows the waters, the fish and the lay of the land. Heโ€™s excellent!!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Get to know someone like Captain Gabriel who knows the waters, the fish and the lay of the land. Heโ€™s excellent!!
Super Panga Tres Estrellas
Super Panga Tres Estrellas
Yes. We have fished in PV before last year. The crew was awesome and worked hard!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Yes. We have fished in PV before last year. The crew was awesome and worked hard!
Calypso Charters โ€“ Calypso II
Calypso Charters โ€“ Calypso II
The water is warming and not as blue in the bay. It may be better getting out of the bay on a 3/4 or full day.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The water is warming and not as blue in the bay. It may be better getting out of the bay on a 3/4 or full day.
Calypso Charters โ€“ Calypso II
Calypso Charters โ€“ Calypso II
This was a great introduction to Puerto Vallarta fishing. We were out the perfect amount of time and our boat was outfitted perfectly for our family. The Captain pulled out the awning and that was wonderful for relaxing out of the sun. We didn't catch many fish but the other boats the Captain checked in with that were fishing the bay were having a slow day as well. That's to be expected with fishing. Overall, a great day out in the bay!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
This was a great introduction to Puerto Vallarta fishing. We were out the perfect amount of time and our boat was outfitted perfectly for our family. The Captain pulled out the awning and that was wonderful for relaxing out of the sun. We didn't catch many fish but the other boats the Captain checked in with that were fishing the bay were having a slow day as well. That's to be expected with fishing. Overall, a great day out in the bay!
Valeria I
Valeria I
Encourage the operator to have enough live bait. All of our good catches were on line bait
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Encourage the operator to have enough live bait. All of our good catches were on line bait
Martin's Fishing Adventures
Martin's Fishing Adventures
The waters are a little cooler in April so the mahi mahi and dorados are further offshore. However there are still plenty of great fish to catch in the bay!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The waters are a little cooler in April so the mahi mahi and dorados are further offshore. However there are still plenty of great fish to catch in the bay!
Super Panga Tres Estrellas
Super Panga Tres Estrellas
Donโ€™t be afraid to ask to fish for a certain type of fish if youโ€™re after something specific. Our captain was super flexible and would put us wherever and whatever we wanted to do. We wanted to pull in some fish with a good fight but not keep them, so he found us crevalle jacks to hook into. We had our two kids with us that wanted to see a lot marine life, so he found us sea turtles and manta rays, and took us to the most beautiful spot to snorkel. Just an amazing day out on the water!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Donโ€™t be afraid to ask to fish for a certain type of fish if youโ€™re after something specific. Our captain was super flexible and would put us wherever and whatever we wanted to do. We wanted to pull in some fish with a good fight but not keep them, so he found us crevalle jacks to hook into. We had our two kids with us that wanted to see a lot marine life, so he found us sea turtles and manta rays, and took us to the most beautiful spot to snorkel. Just an amazing day out on the water!
Super Panga Tres Estrellas
Super Panga Tres Estrellas
Nicest Captain and crew. They set it up to be successful, 6 lines trolling various baits and depths. We booked a 4 hour trip.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Nicest Captain and crew. They set it up to be successful, 6 lines trolling various baits and depths. We booked a 4 hour trip.
Tres Amores
Tres Amores
In March, If you are looking to find mahi and tuna, you're going to have book an all day trip so that you can go 2 1/2 hours offshore.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
In March, If you are looking to find mahi and tuna, you're going to have book an all day trip so that you can go 2 1/2 hours offshore.
Valeria I
Valeria I
All anglers of all types can enjoy the experience of off shore fishing in PV.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
All anglers of all types can enjoy the experience of off shore fishing in PV.
Azul Profundo Sportfishing
Azul Profundo Sportfishing

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