Private Fishing & Snorkeling Boat Charter (Up to 12 pax)
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4.3/5
Based on 18 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Private Fishing & Snorkeling Boat Charter (Up to 12 pax) worth booking?
Private Fishing & Snorkeling Boat Charter (Up to 12 pax) is a 5-hour experience in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, from $1219 per person. It scores 50 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 18 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 50 / 100
- Rating
- 4.3/5 (18)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $1219 per person
Set sail on the ultimate private marine adventure departing from Nuevo Vallarta! Perfect for families or friend groups (1 to 12 passengers), your party will be assigned one of our 4 private vessels based on your group si
What you get
About this experience
Set sail on the ultimate private marine adventure departing from Nuevo Vallarta! Perfect for families or friend groups (1 to 12 passengers), your party will be assigned one of our 4 private vessels based on your group size. This charter is 100% customizable to your perfect day at sea! ✨ HIGHLIGHTS & INCLUSIONS ONBOARD: • DRINKS PACK: 24 cold Corona beer cans & 24 Coca-Cola family sodas, plus bottled water & ice. • SNACKS: Refreshing seasonal chopped fruit platter served by the crew. • FISHING: Rods, bait, tackle, and official fishing licenses included. • WATER TOYS: Snorkel gear, 1 Kayak, and 1 Stand-Up Paddleboard! • FRESH CEVICHE: If you catch a fish, our bilingual crew will gladly prepare a delicious traditional ceviche onboard! Avoid shared crowds and enjoy Banderas Bay at your own pace with a dedicated professional captain and sailor.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Fishing gear: rods, bait, hooks, and official individual fishing licenses.
- Snacks
Not included
- Private transportation
- Gratuities
- Beach towels are not provided onboard. Please make sure to bring your own.
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Puerto Vallarta
Paradise Village Public Pier (Nuevo Vallarta). Enter through the parking lot and go down the ramp towards the boats. Local port fees NOT included (pay cash at pier gate). Arrive 15 mins early!
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Paradise Village Public Pier (Nuevo Vallarta). Enter through the parking lot and go down the ramp towards the boats. Local port fees NOT included (pay cash at pier gate). Arrive 15 mins early!
Options you can book
8 Hours Trip
Duration: 8 hours
6 Hours Trip
Duration: 6 hours
5 Hours Trip
Duration: 5 hours
7 Hours Trip
Duration: 7 hours
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 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Mike's Fishing & Tours
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Dress code is beach casual. Soft shoes or sandals, no high heels allowed onboard.
- While the maximum vessel capacity is 12 passengers for cruising, a maximum of 6 fishing lines can be active simultaneously.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 18 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Photo opportunities
5 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Good for families
5 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
18 verified traveler reviews for Private Fishing & Snorkeling Boat Charter (Up to 12 pax). Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Canuwa Mikes snorkeling tour
The views were so amazing, lots of fun snorkeling, paddle boarding, kayaking, and even jumping off the boat!! Their food was the best food I’ve had so far on this vacation too.
via Tripadvisor
Absolute must do for a family visiting Puerto Vallarta
Where do I begin? I want this review to be as helpful as possible to someone considering this excursion so bear with me here. We used Mikes Fishing and tours last year so we kind of knew what to expect. Last year we were a much smaller group so we obviously required a much smaller boat. It was a little dated, but worked out perfectly. The captain was awesome and he had one hand. We had a great time. This time we had a much larger group (19) so we went in on the Florero Yacht and this boat was absolutely amazing. (Keep in mind that my family isn’t on and off yachts either) I fee like this boat could have held WAY more people too. The boat also came with the following: Capt- Antelmo who was extremely nice and allowed you to kind of create your own timeline of events. Really good guy. Chef- Francisco. I got sidetracked just watching him cut the ceviche from the fish we caught. It wasn’t just that he could cook but I didn’t expect to put as much into the food presentation as he did. Bartender Kevin- Kevin hustled around everywhere and was on top of everything. Even when we dropped anchor and were swimming he would jump into the ocean to deliver drinks 🤣. Cesar and Ruben held the title of service. Whether they were running around tending to things on the boat, overseeing the fishing, delivering food, etc. they made everything run smoothly and were extremely nice. Last but not least, Ed! He was the photographer and he just kind of moves around in the background taking pics as things organically occur. The photos and videos were natural memories, not “hey stop and pose” pics. Ed was an awesome guy and I hate when people are like, “do you want to buy the pics from your excursion?” But this was different. Even though we took our own pics, he was so great at what he did we had to buy his photo package, it was too good. Lastly a quick rundown. This isn’t a “fishing trip” It’s a boat trip that allows you to fish for a while enroute to snorkeling and swimming on gorgeous beaches. The hopes are for you to catch fish for the ceviche and give a little bit of a fishing experience, so anglers this isn’t for you. We booked a second trip with some of our family which is only fishing. Once you catch fish the chef prepares your food while you snorkel. Then you depart the snorkeling area and head to drop anchor at a remote beach where you will spend the rest of your time eating, drinking and swimming. The crew even allowed the kids to fish the whole way back to the marina. I can’t say enough about this group and the tour, obviously. Oh, and they didn’t slack on the amount of drinks or snacks, including plenty of sandwiches the whole time. Ok, I’m done ranting. Awesome trip, awesome people, 100% must do. Perfect for families, kids and grandparents.
via Tripadvisor
Pretty good
It was awesome and the fish was amazing! The only bad thing was photography. When he took A picture of us holding a fish either he would cut out the WHOLE fish out or he would cut the face. We paid 175$ in US for these pictures. I could film on my phone better!
via Tripadvisor
Spend the day with the Canuwa II crew!
The Canuwa II crew was amazing! Family of 8 spent the day snorkling, swimming, eating and drinking. The crew was hilarious, kind and very accommodating. We were provided a fresh light breakfast, a delicious lunch and unlimited cold drinks. Saw whales, dolphins and many birds. The crew was very safety conscious. Photographer on board who offered photos to purchase at the end of the day. Would highly recommend Mikes!
via Tripadvisor
Perfect Weather. Perfect Tour. Perfect Day!
While visiting PV with the family, we decided to take this tour to be out in the bay and fish. I had many questions before the trip which were answered quickly and thoroughly via email. On that day, we took a ten minute taxi from the resort to the marina. Finding the guide and checking in was very easy. We had 5 couples on the boat and had plenty of room to enjoy the perfect day. The captain and crew were fantastic!!! We caught enough fish so that everyone had a chance to reel one in. The crew surprised us by making fresh ceviche with our catch with fresh guacamole for lunch. Everyone said it was the best they ever had!!! We all decided that we have to return for a repeat next year.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $1219 to $1865
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 6
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 50
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Private Fishing & Snorkeling Boat Charter (Up to 12 pax): questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Puerto Vallarta.
How much does Private Fishing & Snorkeling Boat Charter (Up to 12 pax) cost?
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Prices start at $1219 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Puerto Vallarta usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Fishing & Snorkeling Boat Charter (Up to 12 pax) take?
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Plan for about 5 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 Puerto Vallarta is not rushed.
Is Private Fishing & Snorkeling Boat Charter (Up to 12 pax) worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 50 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 18 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Puerto Vallarta, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Fishing & Snorkeling Boat Charter (Up to 12 pax)?
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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 Private Fishing & Snorkeling Boat Charter (Up to 12 pax) suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Fishing & Snorkeling Boat Charter (Up to 12 pax)?
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Around 6 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 Puerto Vallarta 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 Puerto Vallarta and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Fishing & Snorkeling Boat Charter (Up to 12 pax) 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 Puerto Vallarta 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 Puerto Vallarta?
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On Outty we rank every Puerto Vallarta experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Winner 2026 Downtown Vallarta Food Tour with Vallarta Food Tours, Signature Taco Tour in PV with Vallarta Eats, Food & Mixology Tour:Tequila,Tacos, Mezcal and Agave Cocktails. 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 Puerto Vallarta?
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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 Puerto Vallarta?
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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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