Private Hatteras 42' Boat: Custom Fishing & Snorkel Cruise
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3.8/5
Based on 17 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Private Hatteras 42' Boat: Custom Fishing & Snorkel Cruise worth booking?
Private Hatteras 42' Boat: Custom Fishing & Snorkel Cruise is a 4-hour experience in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, from $860 per person. It scores 42 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.8/5 rating across 17 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 42 / 100
- Rating
- 3.8/5 (17)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $860 per person
✨ WHY THE "ISABELLA II" CHARTER STANDS OUT: • ONBOARD COMFORT: Fully equipped for extended journeys with cozy benches and a clean restroom. • FISHING: Complete gear including rods, bait, and individual fishing licenses i
What you get
About this experience
✨ WHY THE "ISABELLA II" CHARTER STANDS OUT: • ONBOARD COMFORT: Fully equipped for extended journeys with cozy benches and a clean restroom. • FISHING: Complete gear including rods, bait, and individual fishing licenses included. • WATER ACTIVITIES: Snorkeling equipment to explore Los Arcos Marine Park. Kayak and paddle board. • FRESH CEVICHE: Our captain and sailor will clean and prepare a delicious traditional ceviche with your catch! • DUAL DEPARTURE: Flexible boarding from Puerto Vallarta (Pier K) or Nuevo Vallarta.
What's included
Included
- Fishing Gear: including rods, bait, hooks, and individual fishing licenses for everyone onboard.
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Use of snorkeling equipment
Not included
- Private transportation
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Bay of Banderas
Cruise Banderas Bay to find the best seasonal sportfishing spots. Fully equipped with professional rods, fresh bait, and official fishing licenses. Our professional bilingual crew will gladly clean and prepare a fresh traditional ceviche onboard with your catch!
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Los Arcos de Mismaloya
Drop anchor at this beautiful protected marine park for an amazing snorkeling session. Swim and discover a marine species with our snorkel gear included onboard.
60 minutes here
Malecon Boardwalk
Enjoy stunning panoramic views of Puerto Vallarta's famous boardwalk, historical downtown landmarks, and beachfront sculptures straight from the comfort of our 42ft Hatteras vessel. Perfect opportunity for group photos!
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Puerto Vallarta
Pier K (Marina Vallarta, PV). Please wait at the gate and do not enter the docks alone. A member of our bilingual crew will meet you there. Note: Local pier access fees are NOT included in the rate (pay cash at the gate). Arrive 15 mins early!
Meeting point
Puerto Vallarta
Paradise Village Pier (Nuevo Vallarta). Enter through the parking lot & walk down the ramp to the docks. Our bilingual crew will greet you. Note: Local port access fees are NOT included (please bring cash for the gate). Arrive 15 mins early!
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Pier K (Marina Vallarta, PV). Please wait at the gate and do not enter the docks alone. A member of our bilingual crew will meet you there. Note: Local pier access fees are NOT included in the rate (pay cash at the gate). Arrive 15 mins early!
Ends at
Paradise Village Pier (Nuevo Vallarta). Enter through the parking lot & walk down the ramp to the docks. Our bilingual crew will greet you. Note: Local port access fees are NOT included (please bring cash for the gate). Arrive 15 mins early!
Options you can book
8 Hours Trip
Duration: 8 hours
7 Hours Trip
Duration: 7 hours
5 Hours Trip
Duration: 5 hours
6 Hours Trip
Duration: 6 hours
4 Hours Trip
Duration: 4 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
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 16 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
Traveler reviews
16 verified traveler reviews for Private Hatteras 42' Boat: Custom Fishing & Snorkel Cruise. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing day
An amazing day on the water with an awesome crew!
Response from the operator: Hi Searra! Thank you so much. We are thrilled to hear you had an amazing day on the water aboard our Hatteras yacht. Our 'awesome crew' truly enjoys what they do, and they'll be happy to know they made your trip special. We hope to see you back on board very soon! ⚓✨
via Tripadvisor
DO NOT TRUST MIKE's!!!!!!!
We paid $1,200 to go deep sea fishing. After an hour cruising across the water, they told us we didn't have any bait. The whole point of the deep sea fishing was to fish. How can you fish without bait? We ended up turning around to go back, once we found out there wasn't any bait. This was a total waste of time and money. DO NOT RECOMMEND or TRUST THIS GROUP! Mike's is TERRIBLE. It is unbelievable how they can get away with things like this. Karma is a BXXXX! It will come back tenfold Mike! Thanks for nothing.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for sharing your experience with us. We are very sorry that your trip with us was not as planned, we assure you that we do everything in our power to bring the necessary tools to make your trip the best, however sometimes we depend on third parties to do it well. We appreciate your time and we will work on our processes and crews so that these types of situations do not happen again.
via Tripadvisor
Bad day on the water
We were not told that the boat did not have any bait until we were way out in the bay. To kill time, because we had no bait, the captain just kept running through rough seas, and a few people started feeling ill. They tried to turn the trip into snorkeling cruhh it we, but they didn’t have snorkeling equipment. It was a horrible experience and an experience dive lesson learned. Do not use this service.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for sharing your experience with us. We are very sorry that your trip with us was not as planned, we assure you that we do everything in our power to bring the necessary tools to make your trip the best, however sometimes we depend on third parties to do it well. We appreciate your time and we will work on our processes and crews so that these types of situations do not happen again.
via Tripadvisor
Mikes tours
We had great crew who gave it there dead level best to find us fish. I booked the longest charter I could find because I know by experience the longer your out the better your odds are for catching fish. My only disappointment was I paid for and 8 j hi our charter which I got but with only 5 hours of fishing . I felt we should have dropped lines in the water way before we did. We were and hour into our journey before the first lure hit the water. And we quit fishing with two hours left in our chartered time . Very disappointed we didn’t keep lines in the water on our way back into the marina at least for another hour. Next time I will know to ask exactly how this is going to go down. I spoke to many others in our hotel who spent much less and hay fished for 3 to 4 hours and caught way more fish than we did. Which was two jack fish (low end of the desirable fish to eat scale) The crew was very professional, and worked their tails off for the time we did fish . And the Boat more than meet my expectations. Just not enough fishing time for what I paid for is my only disappointment.
Response from the operator: Hello John, We are very sorry about the misunderstanding. In 8 hour trips, we go for pelagic species, it takes 1 hour and a half to reach the outer side of the bay, and we don't drop lines in the water until we are in their fishing grounds. To start fishing we have to slow down engines, so it would give you less time trying for the big ones if we go there slow-trolling. Fishing inshore gives you more action, more catches, but usually, significantly smaller. Next time, do not hesitate to ask the captain to start fishing inshore, he acted by default, he should ask you for the plan as well. Best regards.
via Tripadvisor
Deep sea fishing
Had a blast ,first trip deep sea fishing great service and trip one of my best days ever . They are a must do in Puerto Vallarta
via Tripadvisor
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
- Price range
- $860 to $1720
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 6
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 42
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Hatteras 42' Boat: Custom Fishing & Snorkel Cruise: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Puerto Vallarta.
How much does Private Hatteras 42' Boat: Custom Fishing & Snorkel Cruise cost?
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Prices start at $860 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 Hatteras 42' Boat: Custom Fishing & Snorkel Cruise 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 Puerto Vallarta is not rushed.
Is Private Hatteras 42' Boat: Custom Fishing & Snorkel Cruise worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 42 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.8/5 across 17 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 Hatteras 42' Boat: Custom Fishing & Snorkel Cruise?
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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 Hatteras 42' Boat: Custom Fishing & Snorkel Cruise 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 Private Hatteras 42' Boat: Custom Fishing & Snorkel Cruise?
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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 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Hatteras 42' Boat: Custom Fishing & Snorkel Cruise 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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