Most Frequently Asked Questions about Puerto Vallarta Sportfishing Charters
Are Your Puerto Vallarta fishing Charter prices per person?
No All fishing charters prices are for private charters for the whole boat
not per person. See our fishing charters for more info or Contact us

Do we need a Puerto Vallarta fishing license?
Yes but all of  PV Sportfishing Charters include licenses for everyone.


What is included on fishing charters?
All fishing Charters include Cooler with ice, Live bait, all the fishing gear,
fishing licenses, life jackets, and captain and crew


Can We Target a certain Game fish on our Puerto Vallarta fishing
charter?
Absolutely as long as the fish that you are after is in season than that's
what we will target and thats what you will bring home! check out our
Puerto Vallarta fishing chart for more info on Puerto Vallarta fishing
seasons


Can We pay for our Puerto Vallarta fishing charter with Credit
Card?
Yes we accept Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Additional fees may apply.  
All cc payments must be requested and be paid online at least 48
hrs prior to charter. Other wise the balance is due in cash the
morning of charter.  


Are deposits refundable?
Deposits are refundable if the weather is bad and the port closes.  If the
port does not close all deposits are non refundable
but can be
transferred for a future date. If cancelled 1 week in advance of charter
date otherwise
all deposits are non refundable.


What happens if there is bad weather the day of my charter ?
All charters go out as scheduled rain or shine unless the port closes if
the port does not close all deposits are non refundable.  If the port does
close we will either reschedule or refund your deposit.


Will I get a refund if we get Seasick and want to come back early?
No You will not be refunded any money if you want to come back early
due to sea sickness or any other reason. That is not our fault and you
will be charged the full amount agreed upon when orginal charter was
reserved.


When is the best time of the year to catch Marlin, Tuna, Sailfish,
Mahi etc?
See our Puerto Vallarta fishing chart. or Our Puerto Vallarta fishing
reports


What is the average size of Puerto Vallarta Yellowfin Tuna?
The bigger Yellowfin Tuna in Puerto Vallarta average 100-350 lbs
check more info about Yellowfin Tuna fishing at our
Yellowfin
Tuna Q and A page


Are there any port fees?
Depends on which Marina.
Marina Vallarta 80 pesos per person
Los Peines Pier 25 pesos per person
Nuevo Vallarta Paradise village Free
Marina La Cruz Huanacaxtle
Contact us for pricing
Punta De Mita El Anclote beach
Contact us for pricing


Can I fish with my own gear?
Sure why not if you have some new gear you would like to try out
or maybe something that always brings you good luck go ahead
bring it along but we do supply the finest gear money top line
gear.


How many hours should I book to target 1,000 lb Marlin?
The Bank is normally the hottest spot to catch Big marlin it is 50
miles out of the bay and you need a 12 hour trip  to get in a good
Day.  Check out ou
r Marlin Q&A page for info on Puerto Vallarta
Marlin fishing


Is there life jackets on the boat?
Yes all Charters include life jackets for adults and children



Can we practice catch and release?
Yes we always encourage catch and release especially with bill
fish but it is your fish and you can do whatever you want with it.


Does the crew speak english?
Yes all of captains are bilingual.


Where can I get my fish cleaned?
Our Crew will clean and prepare the fish for you as a part of your
charter.


Can I have My fish Mounted?
Absolutely We can arrange to have your fish mounted
through taxidermists located in Florida just mention it to your
captain and he will hook you up.


Can We Target a certain Game fish on our Puerto Vallarta fishing
charter?
Absolutely as long as the fish that you are after is in season than
that's what we will target and thats what you will bring home!
check out our
Puerto Vallarta fishing chart for more info on Puerto
Vallarta fishing seasons
 
We Hope this Page answer's any questions you may have about Our Puerto
Vallarta fishing charters but if you need any more info at all Please contact us  
PV Sportfishing
How far is el banco from Puerto Vallarta? How long does it take to
get there?
The Bank or El Banco is approximately 50 miles from the Marina Vallarta
see
fishing map.  It takes approximately 2 hours to reach from the
Marina Vallarta.


Can we be picked up in La Cruz Marina for our fishing charter?
Yes but there are extra fees, an 8 hour minimum, and the time of your
charter starts when the boat leaves the Marina Vallarta so you lose 1
hour travel time.  But typically when you are in La cruz you are closer to
the fishing grounds so you are just losing out on traveling in the bay.  
Contact us for more info.


Can we be picked up in Punta de Mita for our fishing charter?
Yes but there are extra fees, an 8 hour minimum, and the time of your
charter starts when the boat leaves the Marina Vallarta so you lose 2
hours travel time. But typically when you are in Punta De Mita you are
already outside of the bay and close to the fishing grounds so you are
just losing out on traveling in the bay.  
Contact us for more info.


Is fishing good in Puerto Vallarta?
Yes Puerto Vallarta fishing is some of the best fishing anglers can find
world wide.  Depending on fishing season you can normally catch small
game fish inshore and big game offshore all year around of course some
months are better then others depending on fish species you are after.  
Check out our
Puerto Vallarta fishing reports to see whats biting or
email us direct to get the latest fishing report at
info@puertovallartafish.com


Do you offer Private fishing charters in Puerto Vallarta?
Yes We offer Private fishing charters in Puerto Vallarta Mexico that
include Cooler with ice, Live bait, all the fishing gear, fishing licenses,
life jackets, and captain and crew.


What type of fish can you catch in Puerto Vallarta Mexico?
You can catch a wide variety of different fish in Puerto Vallarta.  The
most popular and most sought after is Sailfish and Marlin. You can also
catch Jack Crevalle, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Red Snapper, Cubera
Snapper, Spanish Mackerel, Yellowfin Tuna, Needlefish, Roosterfish,
Skip jacks, and more.