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Fishing in Mexico
Anglers from around the world dream of fishing in Mexico. Flanked by the Pacific Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico, and blessed with 6,000 miles of coastline, Mexico is hom...
Read more..Anglers from around the world dream of fishing in Mexico. Flanked by the Pacific Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico, and blessed with 6,000 miles of coastline, Mexico is home to over 500 different species of fish, from bass and red snapper to big game fish like Swordfish and Striped Marlin.
It’s the unique proximity to two very different bodies of water that makes Mexico a sport fishing mecca. On the Pacific side, big, beautiful game fish like Pacific Sailfish, Swordfish, Dorado (Mahi Mahi), Tuna, Wahoo, and a variety of Marlin are available year-round. On the Gulf of Mexico the Yucatán peninsula provides spectacular access to Atlantic varieties of Sailfish, Swordfish and Marlin, and many protected bays for inshore fly fishing that draw world-class fishing enthusiasts and novices alike.
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Reviews from the users
Très belle sortie, le.coin de pêche est magnifique, surtout au lever du soleil. Nous avons bien pêché, et José a été un très bon guide.
Mélina JOLI
We had a great day! Was pretty rough on the sea, but we still managed to catch a couple! The Capitan and First Mate were really great and my kids had a super time! I would absolutely book this again!
Alison McMaster
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Our nearest destinations in Mexico
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The Pacific Coast of Mexico is home to world-famous fishing destinations such as Cabo San Lucas, La Paz, and Puerto Vallarta. The Baja California peninsula alone offers a tremendous variety of fishing opportunities— the Sea of Cortez (Gulf of California) is a breeding and spawning ground for Mahi Mahi (Dorado) and other pelagic fish species. The areas along the inner shoreline offer rock-oriented fishing - targeting amberjack or yellowtail and roosterfish etc - , whereas the tip of the peninsula at Cabo San Lucas is a jumping off point for deep sea fishing.
Baja California Sur has such a variety of fishing opportunities that you can spend an entire lifetime just getting to know all the bays, lagoons, and islands on both coasts of this long, narrow peninsula.
Along the east coast of Mexico there is no shortage of fishing on the Yucatán Peninsula either. No matter where you visit on the Riviera Maya— Playa del Carmen, Isla Mujeres, Cancun, and Cozumel – the catch is always good. Anywhere along the east coast the fish are certain to be biting, unless cold thermal currents have driven them south to warmer water.
Mexico is a huge country and also has hundreds of lagoons and bays for the inshore fisherman. Fly fishing is very popular, and experienced guides can help you catch the trophy fish of your dreams, and there is an abundance of luxury fishing lodges on every coast. If you plan on fishing on your own with a hired guide, then we recommend bringing your own fly fishing gear, as it may be difficult to find what you need or are accustomed to using. However, if you are planning on staying at a fishing resort, then chances are you won’t need to bring much gear, but definitely check with the resort before boarding your flight!
Does Mexico have good fishing?
Yes, Mexico is known for its excellent fishing opportunities, both in its Pacific and Caribbean coasts, as well as in its many rivers and lakes. The country is home to a wide range of fish species, including marlin, sailfish, tuna, dorado, roosterfish, snapper, and many others. Some popular fishing destinations in Mexico include Cabo San Lucas, Puerto Vallarta, Cancun, and the Baja California Peninsula. Additionally, Mexico hosts several fishing tournaments throughout the year, which attract anglers from all over the world.
Top sport fishing species in Mexico
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Wahoo (Acanthocybium solandri), also known as Ono (meaning “delicious” in Hawaiian), are found in many subtropical and tropical waters. They’re identifiable by their blue-green upper body which shifts into silver towards their belly. They also have blue vertical striping along their sides. These predators are torpedo-shaped and have long and largemouths with teeth.
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Mahi Mahi (Coryphaena hippurus) are also commonly referred to as dorado, dolphin or dolphinfish. They are recognizable by their bluntly shaped heads, long dorsal fin and their bright colouring, dark blue and green on their dorsal side and yellow on their sides and underside.
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Yellowfin tuna grow fast, up to 400 pounds (180kg) in about a 7-year lifespan, and they range in length from 59 inches to 88 inches long. They’re known for their torpedo shape, with a pointed nose and a sickle-shaped tail, and have dark blue backs with yellow sides (thus their name) with a silver underside.
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The Amberjack species are a game fish that are found both in the Pacific Ocean, Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea. Jigging and live bait fishing are the best techniques to target these magnificent fighters. Greater Amberjack can weigh up to 170 lb (80 kg).
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Just by looking at a roosterfish (Nematistius pectoralis), you can immediately tell how they got their name. Their trademark dorsal fin resembles a giant mohawk or the comb of a rooster. Beyond the dorsal fins, the rest of the roosterfish body is unique as well. The biggest roosters weigh more than 60lb.
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FISHING SEASON IN Mexico
Each coast has a different variety of fish and different fishing seasons, which means that the fishing is always hot in Mexico!
What month is best to fish in Mexico?
The best month to fish in Mexico depends on the specific location and type of fish you are targeting. Generally, the peak fishing season in Mexico is from May to September, when warm waters bring in a wide variety of fish species. This is a great time to target marlin, sailfish, tuna, dorado, and other big game fish. During the winter months, from December to February, the waters around Baja California are known for excellent fishing for yellowtail, grouper, and snapper. Some fishing destinations in Mexico, such as Los Cabos, offer year-round fishing opportunities, with different species being more abundant at different times of the year. Below, you can find which species bite each month, per region.
Baja California & West Coast
January: Sierra, Yellowtail (Amberjack), Dorado (Mahi Mahi), Pargo
February: Striped Marlin, Dorado, Sierra, Pargo, Yellowtail
March: Striped Marlin, Dorado, Roosterfish, Yellowfin Tuna, Sierra, Pargo, Yellowtail
April: Striped Marlin, Dorado, Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo, Roosterfish, Sierra, Pargo, Yellowtail
May: Striped Marlin, Dorado, Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo, Roosterfish, Pargo, Yellowtail
June: Striped Marlin, Blue Marlin, Black Marlin, Sailfish, Dorado, Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo, Roosterfish, Yellowtail
July: Striped Marlin, Blue Marlin, Black Marlin, Dorado, Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo, Roosterfish, Sailfish
August: Striped Marlin, Blue Marlin, Black Marlin, Sailfish, Dorado, Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo, Roosterfish
September: Striped Marlin, Blue Marlin, Black Marlin, Sailfish, Dorado, Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo, Roosterfish
October: Striped Marlin, Blue Marlin, Black Marlin, Sailfish, Dorado, Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo, Roosterfish, Sierra
November: Blue Marlin, Black Marlin, Sailfish, Dorado, Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo, Sierra
December: Blue Marlin, Black Marlin, Sailfish, Dorado, Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo, Sierra, Yellowtail
Yucatán Peninsula & Riviera Maya
January: Yellowtail (Amberjack), Grouper, King Mackerel, Snook, Tarpon, Tuna, Wahoo, Snapper
February: Tuna, King Mackerel, Wahoo, Yellowtail, Barracuda, Snapper, Grouper, Snook, Jack Crevalle
March: Tuna, King Mackerel, Wahoo, Yellowtail, Barracuda, Snapper, Grouper, Snook, Jack Crevalle
April: Marlin, Permit, Snook, Tarpon, Wahoo, Dorado (Mahi Mahi), Great Barracuda, Snapper, Grouper, Jack Crevalle
May: Blue & White Marlin, Sailfish, Wahoo, Dorado, Barracuda, Snapper, Grouper, Bonefish, Permit, Tarpon, Snook, Jack Crevalle
June: Marlin, Sailfish, Permit, Snook, Tarpon, Trout, Wahoo, Dorado, Barracuda, Snapper, Grouper, Bonefish, Permit, Tarpon, Snook, Jack Crevalle.
July: White & Blue Marlin, Sailfish, Tuna, Wahoo, Dorado, Barracuda, Snapper, Grouper, Bonefish, Permit, Tarpon, Snook, Jack Crevalle.
August: Sailfish, Tuna, Mackerel, Wahoo, Barracuda, Snapper, Grouper, Bonefish, Permit, Tarpon, Snook, Jack Crevalle.
September: Sailfish, Tuna, Yellowtail, Wahoo, Barracuda, King Mackerel, Grouper, Permit, Tarpon, Snook, Jack Crevalle.
October: Tuna, King Mackerel, Wahoo, Yellowtail, Barracuda, Snapper, Grouper, Tarpon, Jack Crevalle
November: Snook, Grouper, Snapper, Barracuda, Yellowtail, Wahoo, King Mackerel, Tuna
December: Snook, Grouper, Snapper, Barracuda, Yellowtail, Wahoo, King Mackerel, Tuna, Jack Crevalle
TOURISM & OTHER ACTIVITIES
Nauture & Ecotourism
Discover Mexico's jungles, oceans, deserts, mangroves and forests. The diversity of climates, ecosystems, animal and plant life of this country is enormous!
Archaelogical Areas
Mexico preserves the architecture and the old testimony of great cultures. Travel back in time and explore the magic of the impressive pyramids and temples of the archaeological zones throughout the country.
Adventure & Sport
If you don't like the beaches - besides fishing - you can go climbing, diving, surfing, rafting, whale watching ...
Gastronomy
Enjoy the gastronomic delights of Mexico, enjoy the flavors and aromas characteristic of each region.
LEGISLATION / REGULATIONS
If you are fishing from the shore, you will not need a fishing license. However, Mexico has strict fishing regulations for fishing from boats. Essentially, every person aboard a boat that has fishing equipment on board is required to have a license.
According to CONAPESCA, Mexico’s National Aquaculture and Fishing Commission, “Sport fishermen in marine waters will be able to use as many rods and reels as they wish. In inland waters only one rod can be used by fishermen at a time. In both cases, established bag limits should be strictly observed.
A fishing license allows anglers to capture fin fish only. It does not allow the capture of any crustaceans or mollusks, with the exception of squid, and their capture by anyone is strictly prohibited.
To capture bottom fish, up to four hooks on a vertical line may be used.
The use of electric reels is restricted to disabled fishermen only, after written authorization for the Ministry before use.”
You can purchase a daily, weekly, monthly, or yearly fishing license. Fishing licenses are available for purchase via Conapesca.
If you plan on using a fishing charter, most charter boats include fishing licenses in the cost of the charter, but to be sure it is best to ask when booking your trip.
Can tourists fish in Mexico?
Of course, tourists can fish in Mexico, as long as you obtain a fishing license before doing so. The license can be obtained from the National Aquaculture and Fishing Commission (Conapesca) or from local authorized vendors, such as hotels, marinas, and fishing tour operators.
If you are fishing with a licensed fishing charter in Mexico, the charter should have a valid fishing license that covers all the people on the charter. This means that you would not need to obtain an individual fishing license as long as you are fishing under the charter's license. Before you book, check if the charter includes the license in the price or not.
Can I fish on the beach in Mexico?
Sure, if you have a license, fishing on the beach in Mexico is allowed. It's important to check with local authorities to confirm whether it's permitted in the specific location you plan to fish. Some beaches may have restrictions on fishing, especially in protected areas or areas where fishing could be hazardous to swimmers or other beachgoers.
Key takeaways
| Avg Capacity: | 7 people |
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| Popular fishing techniques: | Bottom Fishing, Tuna fishing, Trolling |
| Average price: | $0 per day |
| Low season price: | $250 per day |
| High season price: | $4500 per day |
| Included: | Fishing tackle, Bait & lures, WC on board |
Frequently asked questions about fishing in Mexico
According to our customers, some of the most popular fishing charters in Mexico are:
Tres Marlins
Ole Ole
Hewes Redfisher
Maverick
Tres Marlins
Ole Ole
Hewes Redfisher
Maverick
Depending on the boat, a fishing charter in Mexico can accommodate up to 15 passangers, although most charters are for 7 people.
Typically in a charter in Mexico, a fishing boat charter will include the use of the boat, Fishing tackle, Bait & lures, WC on board. Some charters may also include Snacks and Drinks, while others may allow you to bring your own.
Renting a fishingboat in Mexico costs on average $159 per hour. Many factors influence the price of a boat charter, such as the duration of the trip (and distance to the fishing grounds), the size of the boat or the fishing technique. Prices can range from $250 for 6 hours and 4 people to $4500 for 8 hours and 15 people.
In Mexico, you can fish:
Yellowfin Tuna
Amberjack
Roosterfish
Dorado
Wahoo
. Fishing regulations may vary, so make sure to check them before you go to Mexico. We recommend Catch & Release, especially for undersized fish (for example using barbless hooks).
Yellowfin Tuna
Amberjack
Roosterfish
Dorado
Wahoo
. Fishing regulations may vary, so make sure to check them before you go to Mexico. We recommend Catch & Release, especially for undersized fish (for example using barbless hooks).
In Mexico, the most popular fishing techniques include Bottom Fishing, Tuna fishing, Trolling, Marlin fishing, Fly fishing, Popping.
