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Frequently Asked Questions

Questions

1. When is the best time to fish for sail, marlin, tuna, etc?
2. I want to fish for a specific species. Can we do that?
3. Can we target wahoo?
4. Do you have a catch and release program?
5. What tackle is supplied on the trip?
6. If I lose a lure or break a rod, will I be charged?
7. Do I need a Mexican fishing license? Is it included with the charter?
8. Do you have a "No Fish - No Pay" policy?
9. Can I fish with my own tackle?
10. Can I bait and hook the fish myself?
11. Is live bait supplied with my charter?
12. Where do I get my fish cleaned?
13. How do I get my fish home?
14. Can I have my fish mounted?
15. Can I reserve a particular boat or skipper?
16. Do the crews on your boats speak English?
17. Are your boats equipped with fighting chairs?
18. What time do the boats leave? Can they leave any earlier?
19. What time do the boats return to shore?
20. Do the boats have bathrooms? Are they enclosed?
21. Can your boats take us fly-fishing?
22. How much should I tip the crew?
23. What airlines service the area?
24. What documentation do I need to come to Mexico?
25. Can't I make my reservation without making a deposit?
26. What is your cancellation policy?
27. When do I need to pay for my trip?

 

 

 
 

Answers

When is the best time to fish for sail, marlin, tuna, etc?
See our Fishing Calendar.

I want to fish for a specific species. Can we do that?
Yes, it is possible to target specific species, depending on the time of year, location, water conditions (water temperature, barometric pressure, underwater currents, etc) and the equipment you are using. We will make every effort to fulfill your request.

Can we target wahoo?
Yes, of course .

Do you have a catch and release program?
Yes, and we encourage all anglers to practice conservation. Let the crew know that you want your fish released, and they will be happy to take care of it.

What tackle is supplied on the trip?
All of our boats are fully equipped with top-of-the-line Penn International gear.

If I lose a lure or break a rod, will I be charged?
You will not be charged for lures.

Do I need a Mexican fishing license? Is it included with the charter?
Yes, you do need a Mexican license, which we issue and include in the price of the charter.

Do you have a "No Fish - No Pay" policy?
No. However, our years of record-setting catches will help assure your success. And unlike some of the others that do make this claim we know our customers do not want to cut there trip short to catch a couple bait fish on the way back to port.

Can I fish with my own tackle?
Yes you may, or in combination with our supplied tackle.

Can I bait and hook the fish myself?
The crew is there to assist you. Let them know what you would like.

Is live bait supplied with my charter?
Mullet is on the boat prior to your departure, and included in the price of your charter. If you wish another bait fish, you will be charged separately.

Where do I get my fish cleaned?
Your catch will be cleaned and prepared for transport by the crew.

How do I get my fish home?
Coolers and freezer packets are available for transportation of your catch home. Bringing fillet into the US is not a problem with customs or the airlines.

Can I have my fish mounted?
Should you desire, we can arrange to have your catch mounted through associates in Mexico City or Florida. Information is available from your Captain.

Can I reserve a particular boat or skipper?
Yes, you may reserve boats/skippers in advance. Barring unforeseen mechanical or other difficulties, you will fish on that boat. Let us know your preferences when you book your charter.

Do the crews on your boats speak English?
Yes, our Captains and crews are bilingual.

Are your boats equipped with fighting chairs?
Yes, or you may fish with a rod belt and harness.

What time do the boats leave? Can they leave any earlier?
Standard departure time is 7am. Earlier departures can be arranged.

What time do the boats return to shore?
Expect to return to our docks at approx. 3pm. Boats may stay out later at the skipper's discretion, depending on conditions.

Do the boats have bathrooms? Are they enclosed?
All of our boats have enclosed heads.

Can your boats take us fly-fishing?
Yes, but you will need to bring your own tackle.

How much should I tip the crew?
Generally 10-15%, subject to your satisfaction with the crew's performance.

What airlines service the area?
Aero Mexico, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Canadian Airlines, Continental Airlines, Delta Airlines, Mexicana Airlines and Transworld Airlines.

What documentation do I need to come to Mexico?
A passport, or birth certificate and picture ID. You will be issued a tourist card upon entering the country. Be sure to hang on to it, you will need it to exit Mexico.

Can't I make my reservation without making a deposit?
No. All reservations require a deposit of 50%. Until this deposit is received, we will not hold your charter.

What is your cancellation policy?
Any cancellations made more than (30) days in advance of your departure date will be refunded all payments received, less a 20% handling fee. Cancellations made within (30) days of departure will forfeit all fees. Any amount forfeited due to cancellation will be held "on account" for a period of one year from your original scheduled departure date. If you book another trip with us within this one-year period, this amount will be credited toward the price of your trip. After the one-year period, no credit will be given.

When do I need to pay for my trip?
A 50% deposit must be received to hold your reservation. Full payment must be received (30) days in advance of your departure date or on the day of your departure if your trip is not booked (30+) days in advance. You will be sent wire transfer information by email with your reservation confirmation.

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