Puerto Vallarta has remained a well kept secret especially with regard to its bountiful ocean waters. The waters of Banderas Bay provide sportfishing opportunities that are second to none.
As with other coastal resorts along the Mexican Riviera, the waters off Puerto Vallarta rank with the best in the world for both deep sea fishing and small game fishing. November through May is the best season for sailfish. Smaller fish are plentiful year round. These include red snapper, rooster fish, bass, sea bass, dorado, swordfish, tuna, bonito, and others.

There are many fishing boats available and most offer catch-and-release sports fishing trips. Each year in November, a deep sea fishing tournament is held in Puerto Vallarta. For more information go to www.fishvallarta.com or tournament@fishvallarta.com or call +52 (322) 223 1665

Fresh Water Fishing
Nearby, LARGE lakes offer the attraction of freshwater catches including black bass. There are bass fishing tours to the cajon de Pena reservoir, 70 miles south of Puerto Vallarta.

The Yolaray Charter Fishing
Spend a day deep sea fishing on the most recent winner of the ESPN World Billfishing Championship held in Nuevo Vallarta. Contact: theyolaray@yahoo.com

Sports and Deep Sea Fishing Tours
American/Canadian owned and operated.

They are the past winners of the PV International Sailfish Tournament. Contact: sportfishingpv@hotmail.com

Charter Dreams
Specializing in First Class Fishing, Sailing, and Cruising Adventures in Puerto Vallarta. Contact: www.charterdreams.com or 011.52.322.221.2522

Master Baiters
Sportsfishing and Tackle. Contact: www.mbsportfishing.com or 011.52.322.209.0498