Yucatan Deep Sea Sportfishing
Information & charters for Puerto Aventuras, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Deep sea fishing
The marina in Puerto Aventuras is the only deep water marina south of Cancun on the Riviera Maya. Here you will find deep sea sportfishing charter boats offering full and half day trips, excellent captains and local guides. Puerto Aventuras (PA) is a highly evolved tourist oasis with restaurants, shopping, a wide sandy beach, nighttime entertainment, the CEADM maritime museum, swim with dolphins and more.
Best times of year to fish
| Type of fish | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
| Sailfish | VG | VG | E | E | E | E | VG | VG | VG | G | G | G |
| White Marlin | G | G | VG | VG | E | E | E | VG | G | G | G | G |
| Blue Marlin | G | G | VG | E | E | E | E | E | VG | F | F | F |
| Dorado (mahi mahi) | G | E | VG | VG | E | E | E | VG | G | G | G | G |
| Wahoo | E | VG | G | G | G | VG | VG | VG | G | VG | E | E |
| Tuna | VG | VG | VG | VG | VG | VG | VG | VG | VG | VG | VG | VG |
Sailfish is the number one target species in the area. This beautiful billfish has a large dorsal fin, resembling a sail. This fish is noted for its fighting ability & often spends as much the battle in the air as in the water. Very difficult to catch - from enticing it to take the bait, to keeping it on the line while it is dancing on the surface. A very exciting sport fish.
White Marlin is a tough fighter. Once a marlin takes your bait be prepared for a good battle and aerial display. They will take every opportunity to shake the hook off.
Blue Marlin is the largest of Atlantic billfish. It is not uncommon to see this huge fish heave itself into the sky in a seemingly inexhaustible display of strength. Our populations reach 500 lbs. although they may reach 1,800 lbs. in other parts of the Atlantic.
Wahoo is a game fish known for its hard running speeds of 45 mph. Wahoos are easily recognized by their long slender body with gorgeous blue vertical stripes. A very tasty fishy for eating.
Tuna are among the world's hardest running fish and can give you a hell of a battle. In the Yucatan you can fin Yellowfin, Blackfin and Skipjack tunas.
Barracuda, alias Tiger of the Sea, is an inquisitive and aggressive predator. Found inshore, it provides an aerial display, often jumping out of the water. You cannot mistake this fish, its saber like teeth area an easy giveaway.
Dolphin, also known as Dorado or Mahi Mahi, are found in warm waters world wide, the Dolphin is among the most colorful of the game fish. It's hard fighting and gold-green and blue colors makes this fish one of the most popular.
