Fishing – The Best Catch in Puerto Vallarta

Are you ready for the best catch in Puerto Vallarta? Novice and/or seasoned enthusiasts can land an impressive catch on Banderas Bay that is also home to Costa Alegre, Puerto Vallarta, and Riviera Nayarit. If you indeed are ready for the best catch in Puerto Vallarta, then start planning your vacation now.

Fishing in Puerto Vallarta

Deep-sea fishing is a thrilling and sought-out activity in Puerto Vallarta, and you can make this activity even better when you get together with a professional private charter company where you will have a professional guide who knows where all the best fish are located. Banderas Bay’s waters are home to a great variety of fish species which include Mahi Mahi, Sailfish, Red Snapper, Blue Marlin, Bass, Striped Marlin, Amberjack, and many more varieties. A large amount of fish (and the biggest fish!!!) are waiting for you in Puerto Vallarta.

Two Puerto Vallarta fishing records

An 184-pound razor tooth Wahoo and a 709-pound Marlin were caught in Puerto Vallarta making the Mexican record.

Fishing is king!

The reason fishing is king in Puerto Vallarta is because of the warm sea temperatures and the fantastic climate. You won’t have a problem finding a charter service as there are plenty of great companies operating along the coast. Puerto Vallarta fishing charter companies offer hour to hour excursions, full-day excursions, half-day excursions, and even night excursions. Why not select a charter service that provides an overnight stay with meals, drinks, and all you need for fishing? There are all kinds of fishing experiences to meet your needs and preferences.

Fishing Spots in and around Puerto Vallarta

Punta Mita is a great spot to find Amberjack, Tuna, and Roosterfish; Bucerias and Nuevo Vallarta are great for Marlin and Tuna. Fishing enthusiasts can fish year-round at San Pancho and Sayulita, which is just on the northern edge of Banderas Bay. You can be sure that the fishing charter companies will take you to the best spots for the season.

Timing Is Important

January thru March is best to catch Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, Sailfish, and Crevalle Jack. From the months of April thru June, you can catch Grouper, Yellowfin Tuna, Sailfish, Amberjack, Mackerel, and Snapper are fish you can catch during these months. From the months of July thru September, you can catch Striped Marlin, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Blue, Striped, and Black Marlin, and Wahoo.
Fishing is a way of life in Puerto Vallarta. Experience the best catch in Puerto Vallarta on your next vacation. Are you ready to catch the “big one”, then the best catch in Puerto Vallarta is waiting for you?