Private Fishing Tour in Isla Mujeres Bay: Trolling for Barracuda

Cast lines in the bay and work the trolling technique for barracuda and saw fish

A private 4-hour fishing tour in the bay of Isla Mujeres where you fish by trolling with an English or Spanish-speaking guide from a local fishing cooperative. You'll target barracuda, saw fish and other species using techniques passed down through founding families of the village. Soda and bottled water are provided.

The experience

The bay waters around Isla Mujeres hold barracuda, saw fish and other species that respond to trolling. Your guide comes from one of the first tourism cooperatives on the island, descended from founding fishing families, and knows where the fish move through the day and what techniques work in these waters. You'll spend 4 hours on the water working the lines, with the guide sharing the methods learned across generations.

Soda and bottled water keep you hydrated through the morning or afternoon. The bay itself is sheltered, and the fishing happens by trolling. You're actively working the technique rather than anchored in one spot. Public transportation runs near the dock if you need it to reach the boat.

What’s included

• 4 hours of fishing by trolling in the bay.
• soda and bottled water.
• guidance from a local fishing cooperative member who speaks English or Spanish.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:30

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 17 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Contoy Adventours

Is this one for you?The tour runs 4 hours on the water with active trolling, so you're working the lines the whole time rather than sitting still. Book this if you want hands-on fishing instruction and don't mind a morning or afternoon on the bay.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What species of fish can I expect to catch in Isla Mujeres bay?

Barracuda and saw fish are the primary targets, along with other species the guide will identify as they appear. The bay is known for diverse catches, and the guide will position you where the fish are feeding.

How does trolling work, and will the guide teach me the technique?

Trolling means trailing baited lines behind a moving boat to attract fish. Your guide will show you the technique and share tips on how to work the lines and read the water during the 4 hours you're out.

What time of day does the tour run?

The tour operates for 4 hours. You'll arrange the specific time with the operator when you book, either morning or afternoon depending on availability.

Is this tour suitable if I've never fished before?

Yes. The guide will teach you the trolling technique and handle the positioning of the boat. No prior fishing experience is required, though a basic comfort on the water helps.