Half Day Private Fishing Charter in Cozumel
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4.3/5
Based on 30 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Half Day Private Fishing Charter in Cozumel worth booking?
Half Day Private Fishing Charter in Cozumel is a 4-hour experience in Cozumel, Mexico, from $899 per person. It scores 51 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 30 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 51 / 100
- Rating
- 4.3/5 (30)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $899 per person
On this tour, we depart onboard a 30' Hatteras Angler Boat fully equipped for fishing, including a fighting chair, professional rods, and all necessary equipment for a successful catch! Expect a comfortable vessel with a
What you get
About this experience
On this tour, we depart onboard a 30' Hatteras Angler Boat fully equipped for fishing, including a fighting chair, professional rods, and all necessary equipment for a successful catch! Expect a comfortable vessel with a full-head toilet and a multi-media system on board that can accommodate up to 8 people* comfortably and allows room for maneuvering your fishing equipment! *The rate includes six passengers. Children are welcome on board, so bring them for some quality family time. We’ll have a minimum of 4 lines in the water at all times to maximize your chances of catching fish. The activity lasts 4 hrs and can be extended up to 8 hrs for an additional cost. We'll provide fresh guacamole or pico de gallo salsa, tortilla chips, fresh fruit, bottled water, and sodas. Beer is sold separately and can be added upon request. Whatever you are having, our 1st mate will make sure you are taken care of and always have a drink in your hand.
What's included
Included
- Professional Fishing Equipment: rods, downriggers, lures, bait, hooks, cooler, weights, etc.
- Carbonated beverages
- Service for up to 6 passengers
- Sonar Fishfinder
- Snacks: seasonal fresh fruit, tortilla chips and pico de gallo
- Fishing permit
- Multimedia system
- Full service restroom and a freshwater shower onboard
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Additional Passenger: $50 each, pay on the day of the activity
- Alcoholic beverages
- Snorkeling Equipment: Available upon request at no extra charge.
- Use of SCUBA equipment
What you'll see and do
Meet at Caleta for check in
5 minutes here
Cozumel
Enjoy 4 hours at sea.
120 minutes here
Playa El Cielo Cozumel
Upon request, we can make a stop at the famous El Cielo beach and enjoy snorkeling with stingrays and starfish.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Columbia Reef
Upon request, we can add a stop at the Famous Columbia Reef for snorkeling in between fishing spots.
45 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Cozumel
Meeting Instructions: Your meeting point is at Caleta, located just 10 minutes from the International and Puerta Maya piers on the south side of the island. ( 10 minutes by taxi )
Meeting point
Cozumel
Your Private Fishing Charter in Cozumel departs at CALETA located 10 minutes south from the Carnival and Royal Caribbean Cruise Terminal. Detailed instructions are provided upon booking.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Meeting Instructions: Your meeting point is at Caleta, located just 10 minutes from the International and Puerta Maya piers on the south side of the island. ( 10 minutes by taxi )
Ends at
Your Private Fishing Charter in Cozumel departs at CALETA located 10 minutes south from the Carnival and Royal Caribbean Cruise Terminal. Detailed instructions are provided upon booking.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Beach Bum Cozumel
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Charter rate includes up to 6 people. You can add up to 2 additional passengers (8 people total group size) at a rate of $50 each.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 30 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Value for money
3 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
30 verified traveler reviews for Half Day Private Fishing Charter in Cozumel. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Good experience, hard to connect with initially; but great once we left the dock
Thursday 09 April 2025 Good experience. Booked excursion through Trip Advisor. Locally= Adventure Planet Cozumel/Beach Bum. Contact name =Griselda. Very nice, large comfortable boat called Acquisition. Well stocked, extremely friendly crew. Captain Tony and mate Manuel were knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. Their English was good. We did 1/3 ‘deep sea’ trolling (caught nothing), 1/3 ‘reef’ bottom fishing (caught 5 yellow fin snapper, they were delicious), and 1/3 snorkeling. Fun! We did a half day boat from Caleta marina and we were there before 8am, our scheduled time. The only issue was- we were not provided the name of the boat ahead of time. We were given the excursion provider name of Adventure Planet Cozumel/Beach Bum @Caleta marina as the meeting point. This did not end up enough. The marina was gated and the ‘guard’ had never heard of Adventure Planet Cozumel or Beach Bum Cozumel. We weren’t given a local phone number for the boat crew in advance. My phone reception @Caleta was spotty. It was difficult to connect with the proper boat/staff. We lost some time for our excursion trying to find the proper place (boat’) to catch. Again, once we connected, it was great. Would be 5stars, but I have to take one star away for the excursion not providing enough info for us to connect efficiently. So 4 stars. I ended up having my taxi drive around the marina just looking/asking for my excursion. Eventually, after some stress at not finding where I needed to be, I did encounter Griselda. The gate guard had a clipboard but my name was not on his ‘list’ for that day. That could have been helpful. My advice- if you use this excursion, get the name of the boat in Advance (there are 100+ boats in the marina. The locals know the names of the boats). And get the phone number of the boat crew, to facilitate easier initial connecting
via Tripadvisor
Fun Ride
Crew was great. Rough day at sea but still had fun. Caught a couple of fish on small black fin tuna and a good size mahi mani. Overall great experience
via Viator
Busted on deep sea fishing off of Cozumel
The guides waited on us for a late arrival due to a forced yet unforeseen stay in Cancun the night before from a very tardy tourbus so it was much appreciated. However, we had very little communication from the captain or his assistant and they did little to try and catch more fish than just troll. I would not recommend this fishing trip in June or July. Maybe the fishing is better in the spring but these guys could have cared less. Not worth it!
via Tripadvisor
Beach bum is a scam
We got ZERO notification prior to our arriving that the fishing trip had been cancelled. When we mentioned the name of the charter the LOCAL guys on the dock laughed. This company lost their own vessel and now sub out fishing charters. They have little control of if people will actually get a trip or not. Well.. we didn’t with them. Being on a cruise boat we had little time to find another charter but thankfully a guy who told us about all this took us out for four hours at a CHEAPER rate (again, these guys are middle men so they add a cut). Viator needs to cut ties with this Beach Bum company Immediately or lose credibility. I demand a refund.
via Viator
Not worth the $
This was a disappointing outing...we caught no fish...and while that would have been fine...it was really kind of boring...the guides did not speak English very well at all so it was just us sitting on a boat. One of the guides did make us delicious guacamole.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 11
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 51
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Half Day Private Fishing Charter in Cozumel: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cozumel.
How much does Half Day Private Fishing Charter in Cozumel cost?
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Prices start at $899 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cozumel usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Half Day Private Fishing Charter in Cozumel take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cozumel is not rushed.
Is Half Day Private Fishing Charter in Cozumel worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 51 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 30 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cozumel, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Half Day Private Fishing Charter in Cozumel?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Half Day Private Fishing Charter in Cozumel suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Half Day Private Fishing Charter in Cozumel?
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Around 11 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cozumel can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cozumel and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Half Day Private Fishing Charter in Cozumel start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cozumel within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Cozumel?
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On Outty we rank every Cozumel experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Jade Caverns and Mayan Village Cozumel ATV TOUR, Buggy, Beach & Snorkel Blast, ATV 4×4+Cenote+Snorkeling+Beach Club+ Lunch+Sabores de Cozumel. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Cozumel?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Cozumel?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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