Fishing in Playa del Carmen

Playa del Carmen is a popular Mexican resort located 60 km from Cancun. The surprisingly mild climate and many natural and cultural attractions have turned a small fishing village into one of the most modern resorts in the world. The main street of the city – 5th Avenue is located in the TOP-10 largest tourist streets in the world.

Fishing in Playa del Carmen

Due to its convenient geographical location and proximity to the huge barrier reef located in the city of Puerto Morellos, Playa del Carmen is an excellent place for fishing. Hundreds of species of exotic and commercial fish live here, so a lot of fun for professionals and sports fishing enthusiasts is guaranteed. None of the fishermen will be left without the coveted trophy!

What kind of fish can I catch?

The coast of Playa del Carmen is ideal for catching various fish. And it will not be difficult to choose a suitable place.

The best places in Playa del Carmen

Due to the proximity of the small island of Cozumel, large bottom inhabitants swim close to the shore. Tuna in Playa del Carmen can be caught all year round, and sailboats or swordfish are better caught here in the season from March to September.

In spring and summer, large predators migrate along the channel along the coast. This opens up wonderful opportunities for fishing, even for amateurs who do not have enough experience. Beginners will appreciate this type of active entertainment with pleasure, and professionals will be quite satisfied with their catch.

Features of fishing in Playa del Carmen

In addition to marine life, reef fish are perfectly caught here. In the waters of the Caribbean Sea, Playa del Carmen has a large number of various small commercial species, including sea bass, pompano, mackerel, dorado, and others.

Fishing options

The most common fishing methods in Playa del Carmen are jigging and trolling. It was here that jigging competitions were held repeatedly, which contributed to the growth of the popularity of this technique.

Fishing methods in Playa del Carmen

The best time in the Caribbean for this method of fishing is the period from October to March. The technique is used for fishing for black tuna and wahoo fish.

Many fishermen use light tackle and fly fishing techniques. For this method, more remote places in the lagoon or the sea, near the shore, are better suited. You can also catch a lot of fish on the beach. In this case, it is recommended to move a little away from the crowded area and move 3-5 km to the south.

Fishing in the vicinity of Playa del Carmen

In addition to the coastal area of Playa del Carmen, there are many interesting places where you can walk, relax and go fishing. The greatest interest among fishermen is Cozumel. It is popular with diving and spearfishing enthusiasts.

What kind of fish can you catch in Playa del Carmen

The largest island in the reef system will delight with an abundance of marine life. For the trip, use the rental of a boat or yacht. Bottom fishing is a great way to please yourself with a good catch of perch, triggerfish, as well as many reef inhabitants.

There are several ways to book a fishing tour in Playa Del Carmen on the website:

• On our website via the feedback form;
• By email: info@cancun-charter.com;
• By phone: +52 998 393 8809 .

Which fishing vessel should I choose for the tour?

Our company provides a large selection of fishing vessels for professional fishing, you can get acquainted with them by going to the “Fishing” section on our website.

Also, our company can offer you services:

• Spearfishing;
• Diving.