Puerto Vallarta Fishing - Capt Pete

Puerto Vallarta Fishing - Capt Pete

Puerto Vallarta Fishing - Capt Pete
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
About
The only American owned and operated charter company in Puerto Vallarta for over 34 years offers deep-sea fishing, whale watching, snorkeling, and boat cruises of all kinds in Mexico. Winner of Sailfish, Marlin, and dorado divisions in 2018 Fishing tournament. Seen on ESPN and other fishing shows. Fish with the pros and see the difference. Voted top fishing charters on Forbes. We do out very best to ensure you have the fishing trips of your dreams here in Puerto Vallarta Mexico.
Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico
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2023

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bkdavis1
Albuquerque, NM1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2021 • Friends
What an awesome experience I had recently with Captain Pete and his crew. My wife surprised me with a last minute birthday gift of a trip to Puerto Vallaratta and encouraged me to do one of my bucket list items of deep sea fishing. Something I never did but always had a desire to do. Three of my good friends also surprised me with them accompanying me to Puerto Vallaratta to experience my deep fishing adventure. The challenge was that this surprise was a spur of moment with really no time to make arrangements for deep sea fishing. I went to trip advisor and read a number of reviews on different ships but Captain Pete’s reviews got my attention right away. So the day I arrived in PV I contacted Captain Pete and told him of my wife’s gift and that I had three friends with me and we were only going to be here a week. I shared with him that I really wanted to celebrate my birthday with my friends and the memory of doing one of the items on my bucket list. Captain Pete told me that it was a holiday weekend in Mexico and his boats were booked but he told me that he would work with me to find a date if all possible. Well Captain Pete is a man of his word and low and behold he was able to accommodate my bucket list dream (and it was on my birthday-wow) how awesome. He meet me at the pier and my deep sea fishing adventure happened beyond my widest dream. We had a great time and his crew helped my friends and I catch several different species of fish. His guys did a fantastic job of creating a long lasting memory for my birthday. Captain Pete and his crew even surprised me with A birthday cake. Captain Pete and his crew definitely are a reflection of why I love the people of Puerto Vallaratta. The city is beautiful but it is the heart of the People of PV that reflects a desire to make you feel special. The skipper (Juan)and Louis (his assistant) did an outstanding job. We interacted with Juan the most and he always worked to make out adventure special

So as you consider creating a memory focused on deep sea fishing in PV, I highly recommend Captain Pete and his crew. I was not disappointed and I expect your experience to be similar to mine
Written March 15, 2021
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Bruce Thanks so much for letting us be a part of your birthday trip. It was our pleasure to provide you with a surprise cake. What a fun day. I aways say good things happen to good people. You guys were the best. A special thanks for taking time to write a review about our company that has been offering fishing. Whale watching and snorkeling charters for over 35 years. Hope to see you again for another deep sea fishing trip the next time you are in Puerto Vallarta Mexico. Tight lines Capt. Pete and crews
Written April 19, 2021
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Doris A
Falher, Canada3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2019
Our family of 6 (4 adult children) had a wonderful adventure at sea in PV with Captain Luis and first Mate Fernando on Dos Amigos on Dec 22, 2019. Weather could not be more perfect and the fishing action was phenomenal. Not only did we catch Mahi mahi, Bonito, Blue fin tuna, Yellow fin tuna, and the prize of our trip a 92" Sailfish! but we also saw many whales breaching near and far, dolphins swimming near our boat, a sea turtle, a huge manta ray fish and many fly fishes. We must have picked the best day to go fishing! Luis and Fernando were top notch professional fishermen. Keen eye on spotting the fish and always on guard for a tug on any of the many reels that are set up to increase chances of catching the Big One! It certainly was the highlight of our holiday to Puerto Vallarta and I'm sure we will be doing this again in the future. Fernando....if you need a career change in the future, you could try becoming a chef! That tuna sushi you served up for us on board was "muy deliciosa"! And the filets of Mahi Mahi and Bonito that we took home were excellent eating also! We look forward to the arrival of our mounted Sailfish from Gray's Taxidermy to remind us of our great fishing experience in PV!
Written January 20, 2020
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Doris I want to personally thank you for taking your family out with us on your Puerto Vallarta fishing experience. So happy you and your family were able to catch so many fish. We don't catch that many fish everyday like tuna ,mahi -mahi ,and the fastest fish in the ocean the prized sailfish. So happy to be in a small part of your great fishing adventure with us. I always tell people one of the great bonuses of coming down in the winter months to beautiful pass Puerto Vallarta are the incredible sea life they'll be able to see on our fishing trips. Happy for your family to experience seeing the Dolphins, huge manta rays, see turtles and of course the incredible humpback whales playing in our Bay. This time of the year we see the whales almost every day. I’m thrilled that your family were able to experience Puerto Vallarta has to offer in the way being on the water for fishing here in Mexico. All of the guys that work with our company in Puerto Vallarta fishing take pride in their work and really enjoy helping clients rather be fishing or making some of the great snacks that we serve them. Thanks so much for taking time to come out with us while on vacation here in Puerto Vallarta and we're taking time to leave a review for others to see who the fish with while in beautiful Puerto Vallarta. Happy New Year 2020 Captain Pete and Crews
Written January 26, 2020
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iowaAdam
3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020
Soon as we got on the boat Pete told us we couldn't come back till we either drank all the beer or filled the box with fish. with in 1 hour of our 6 hr. trip we had filled the box with hammer jacks. we then switched up the gear for larger fish but had no luck. on the way back in they put us on the fish again but we lost it. So we had to finish the beer!! hats off to our captain Paco and first mate Fernando! Once we got back to the marina Fernando cut up one fish and the local restaurant by the marina cooked it up for us three different ways with all the side dishes as well. I would recommend this crew to anyone. when we go back, Pete will be my first phone call!
Written February 21, 2020
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What a day and what a great crew you guys were to have onboard. They always say good thing happen to good people. You guys had one of the most incredible days of the year so far. Thanks so much for choosing our company PUERTO VALLARTA FISHING CHARTERS and taking the time to let others know who to fish with while in Puerto Vallarta where the friendliest people in the world live. Tight lines and hope to see you again next year for another fantastic fishing adventure Capt. Pete and crews
Written February 25, 2020
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Christine O
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Feb 2020 • Family
I contacted Captain Pete a few months before our trip and he was quick to respond and was very informative. We kept in touch up to the time we left on our vacation. The day we went fishing it was raining but we were greeted with smiling faces and a positive attitude. The crew had our family catching fish as soon as the lines hit the water. Unfortunately the fish did slow down toward the last part of our charter but the crew worked very hard to try and get us into more fish. The crew made us delicious ceviche that was enjoyed by all. They cleaned and bagged some of our catch to take home which was fantastic. On our way back to the marina we were able to enjoy the sights of the beautiful humpback whales with their little ones. If anyone is considering a fishing charter you can’t go wrong with this crew. Our family high recommend this charter. I can’t wait till we can go again. Hopefully in better weather but considering our day it was absolutely amazing. A big thank you to you Captain Pete and your crew.
Written February 7, 2020
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Christine I want to personally thank you for coming out with your family and enjoying the day fishing here in Puerto Vallarta. In February. It's very rare that it rains, but it did happen. We're so happy to fish with you guys. I could tell. When you guys stepped on the boat, what a fun group you were. And the right attitude and it shows. A little rain did not slow you down. It’s always nice to have a cabin and Bimini to stay out of the rain as well. Glad you came out catching a bunch of fish for your family and having fun. To be able to see the whales and is a bonus. Glad you were to take some of the fish back to your hotel to have cooked up there. Hope to see you next year. Or the next time you're here and beautiful Puerto Vallarta. Where are the friendliest people in the world live. Special thanks for taking time out of your busy day to leave a review for us. Captain Pete and Crews
Written February 9, 2020
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Patrick M
Salinas, CA31 contributions
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Jan 2020
I contacted Captain Pete prior to coming down to Puerto Vallarta to book a couple of days of deep sea fishing while here. I admit that I am somewhat of a hardcore fisherman when I get a chance to do it, and realize that the best spots to fish here require at least a 10 to 12 hour day to have a chance at the type of big game fishing I want. (I am not interested in bonito or skipjack nearshore fishing unless they are used live as marlin or large tuna bait!) The first day we went to El Bajo, an underwater bank, roughly 50 miles from the harbor. The second day we motored out to La Corbetena, a rock outcrop approximately 33 miles from the harbor. The crew was friendly, knowledgeable, professional and absolutely dedicated to making the trip productive and putting us on the fish. We trolled a variety of baits during both days and had success both days. I did not check the lunar calendar before I made my reservations. (It was during a full moon which usually negatively impacts fishing because predators can see their prey all night long!) Bottom line: on day one I caught 1 really nice sized sailfish and a very decent size mahi mahi and the largest sail fish I've caught in my life and 4 nice mahi mahi on the second day. I highly recommend Capt. Pete and his crew and will fish with them again in the in the future!
Written February 17, 2020
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Patrick thanks for taking time to write a review about our fishing Charters in Puerto Vallarta Mexico. When you wrote this article you were being very modest. You work on one of the nicest research vessels in the world and have fished in more places than most folks will ever see on a map. It's a huge complement coming from a great angler like yourself who has fished all over the world. There are times here in Puerto Vallarta when the fishing can be tough as you know. Our crews and boats always seem to find a way to catch a couple of fish for our clients. Always helps here there' a great fisherman like yourself out there with us. You had a couple of killer days fishing with us and the huge sailfish you caught would have won the annual 2019 tournament easily. Glad you were able to land several mahi-mahi on you nest trip with us. So hope you can make time on your next vacation from traveling around the world to fish with us again Tight Lines Capt. Pete and crew
Written February 20, 2020
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Bill G
11 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020
My wife has always wanted to catch a fish bigger than her so we booked a day with Captain Pete. Her first cast caught a fish and her last she caught a nice 40 lbs yellow tuna that she fought for 20 minutes. Fishing was slow but the crew kept working. We saw dolphins and whales and the crew made the best salsa while we were fishing.

It was a great time and Capt. Pete and crew were outstanding. We will be back to fish with Capt. Pete and crew to catch that really big one.
Written February 7, 2020
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Bill thank you so much for taking your wife out on one of our fishing charters here in Puerto, Vallarta Mexico. What A Catch for your wife on the tuna. That was one heck of a fight for almost half an hour. So glad that you and your wife landed a bucket list fish. In the winter times we do get to see the whales, dolphins. Manta rays, and the sea turtles. You guys were so much fun to have on the boat, and we sure hope to see you again next time. You're in Puerto, Vallarta. Once again, I would like to thank you personally bill for taking time out of your day to leave a review for others to see about our fishing charters. Captain Pete and Crews
Written February 9, 2020
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CoachAdventures
Barrie, Canada67 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2022 • Couples
When we entered the Marina, the cost to that was 80 pesos each which we were told about from owner Capt. Pete.
First impression of the boat was that this was going to be a great first deep sea fishing adventure for our family. My wife and 22 year old son and his girlfriend.
We left on time to the open sea. Our ride to the main spot was 1.5 hours which was a nice ride, sightseeing the land from the sea.
Our Captain was Luis and first mate was Salvador. Both very knowledgeable of the fishing spot and Salvador was so helpful in teaching us how to deep sea fish when you have about 8 lines in the water.
We caught 3 Mahi Mahi that day. And we all took turns in reeling them in which was some effort to do because the fishes were over 3 feet long but so much fun.
Salvador cleaned and fillet our 3 catches and he also prepared ceviches for us to eat on our journey back to the marina.
Luis and Salvador were so helpful and friendly.
We rented the 40' Dos Amigo boat which features 2 captain fishing swivel chairs in rear, bench seating and an inside dry space to lounge in with a flushable toilet. Top was the driving area plus also another bench to sit on with great views.
Don't get fooled by other charter boats, we felt safe on a 40' boat and was worth every penny.
Thanks for a fabulous first deep fishing experience, would highly recommend. Cheers.
Written December 30, 2022
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Coach I always say good things happen to good people. You guys were some of the best. I am very happy you took the time to let others know about our professional charter service here in Puerto Vallarta Mexico and the fun time's anglers can expect when fishing in Mexico. Glad you enjoyed the fresh fish and hope you guys had several meals after your fishing trip with us. Sure hope you can spend another day with us when time permits Thank you and friends again Capt. Pete and crew p.s. 3 huge mahi-mahi is an awesome day on the water
Written March 31, 2023
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Mark W
14 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 • Family
This was or second trip with Captain Pete. First trip was four hours caught 4 fish in the bay. This trip was eight hours, 2 mahi-mahi and one 89” sailfish! Can’t wait for our next trip. First class all the way
Written January 9, 2020
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Mark thanks so much for coming out on another deep sea fishing trip with us here in beautiful Puerto Vallarta. You are one heck of a fisherman. 2 mahi-mahi and a sailfish is a great day. So happy our crew was there to help out. The biggest complement tou can give any charter company in the world is to come back and use their services again and again. I really appreciate you coming out with us for a offshore fishing trip and an inshore fishing trip here in Puerto Vallarta where the friendliest people in the world live and work. I personally want to thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to let other Fishermen coming to Mexico who to fish with while on vaction here in Puerto Vallarta. This not only helps me but helps others coming down to fish. Thanks so much and will see you again soon. Tight lines Capt Pete and crews January 2020
Written January 11, 2020
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Dom A
Spring, TX4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2021 • Family
We had a 7 am departure for a 4 hour bay fishing trip with our boys (6 & 9 years old). We took a taxi from the Garza Blanca (250 pesos) to the marina with no issues. For reference, Uber is reliable and about half the price, which we used on the way back. Capt. Pete’s crew was ready and waiting. We try to do a fishing trip when we go on vacation. This was by far the most enjoyable. It helped that the weather was ideal and the fish were biting! That aside, the crew (Piña at the helm and Christian (sp?) on the lines) were fantastic. Incredibly helpful. The boat was large and comfortable, plenty of shade, a bathroom and drinks available. Christian was running multiple lines for us so there was never a dull moment! We were towing the lines, not casting. Thanks for a great experience.
Written June 1, 2021
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Dominic thanks so much for coming out with your family. So happy you guys had a fantastic day and hope to see you again the next time you are in Puerto Vallarta where the friendliest people in the world Live. A special thanks to you for taking time out of your busy day to let everyone know who to fish with while in Mexico. Have a super summer and see you soon Capt. Pete and crews p.s. graza Blanca is one of the nicest places here in Puerto Vallarta
Written June 3, 2021
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Fabio T
Ko Samui, Thailand31 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2023 • Family
***AMAZING FISHING CHARTER*** from the moment I booked with Captain Pete everything was stream lined and easy for us. Captain Pete and his crew were kind, professional, and they definitely know their fishing. We rented The Dos Amigos 40ft fishing vessel for an extremely reasonable price and set out for an 8 hour fishing charter. The only issue (that wasn’t an issue at all) was that we got on so many fish so quickly, we hit our permitted fish limit. His crew is so talented, as soon as we got out of the Banderas Bay, they spotted some Mahi Mahi. Within minutes we were on the fish. They provide professional level equipment that allows even a beginner like myself to pull in a 100lb Sail fish no problemo. Within 2 hrs we pulled in three Sail Fish one after another. We also caught 3 Mahi Mahi. It was a great charter and we will be back. We definitely recommend for any groups from beginner to seasoned pros this is the best fishing charter company.
Written November 19, 2023
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