Sport Fishing in Costa Maya Mahahual: 3-Hour Private Charter

Land sailfish, marlin and tuna just miles off the Costa Maya reef

A 3-hour private sport fishing charter in Costa Maya departs from Mahahual beach and trolls the reef for sailfish, marlin, tuna, dorado, wahoo and barracuda. Your captain and deckhand handle the boat while you cast and reel. If you're new to fishing, they'll teach you how to work the rods and read the water. Rods, lures, water and soft drinks come with the booking.

The experience

Meet your captain and deckhand on Calle Cherna at the beach taxi stand (El Campo) in Mahahual, then board your private boat for the short cruise out to the reef. The trolling grounds sit just a few miles off the coast, so you're fishing within an hour of stepping aboard. If you've never held a fishing rod before, the captain or deckhand will walk you through the technique: how to cast, how to feel for a bite, how to set the hook when something hits. Experienced anglers can work the lines independently while the crew positions the boat and watches for signs of fish.

The reef off Costa Maya holds sailfish, white and blue marlin, wahoo, tuna, dorado, coronado, barracuda, black grouper and snapper. What you catch depends on the season, the water conditions and how the fish are feeding that day. The captain knows the best spots to troll and will adjust course based on what's working. Bring seasickness medication if rough water bothers you (the Mexican Caribbean can have waves, sometimes small, sometimes not), and avoid alcohol the night before. The boat carries water and soft drinks to keep you hydrated during the three hours on the water.

The charter ends back at the beach in Mahahual, leaving your afternoon free to explore the town or return to your resort. A fishing permit per person is not included in the booking and must be arranged separately. Your captain can advise on how to obtain one.

What’s included

• Fishing rods and lures.
• water and soft drinks.
• captain and deckhand.
• beach club access.

Information

Lasts 3h, runs every day, 4 start times, from US$ 350 per group, with a live guide in English and Spanish, as a private tour and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:00, 09:00, 12:00 and 13:00

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

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

Book up to1h before

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 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Mark's Tours

Is this one for you?The 3-hour window leaves your morning or late afternoon free, so it fits easily between other plans. A good option if you have a port day in Mahahual or a half-day to spare from your resort schedule. The private boat means you're not sharing deck space or waiting for other anglers to finish their casts.

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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 kinds of fish can I catch off Costa Maya?

The reef holds sailfish, white and blue marlin, wahoo, tuna, dorado, coronado, barracuda, black grouper and snapper. What you actually hook depends on the season and water conditions when you fish.

Do I need fishing experience to book this charter?

No. Your captain and deckhand will teach you how to use the rods and read the water if this is your first time. They're there to assist throughout the three hours.

How far from shore is the fishing ground?

The trolling grounds sit just a few miles off the coast of Costa Maya, so the boat reaches them within an hour of leaving Mahahual beach.

What's included in the charter price?

Fishing rods and lures, water and soft drinks, your captain and deckhand, and access to the beach club are all included. A fishing permit per person is not included and must be arranged separately.

Where exactly do I meet the boat?

Meet your captain on Calle Cherna at the beach in Mahahual, at the taxi stand known as El Campo. Look for the boat there at your scheduled departure time.