Private deep-sea and sportfishing charters in the Caribbean off Cancún. Sailfish, mahi-mahi, marlin, wahoo. Your boat, your crew, your catch. Departing Puerto Juárez marina daily.
Book My Fishing CharterPrivate charters are priced by the trip, not per person. One price for your entire group. No shared boats, no strangers, no competition for the rods.
| Vessel Type | Capacity | Half Day (4–5 hr) | Full Day (8 hr) | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panga / Center Console | Up to 4 | $380–$480 USD | $620–$780 USD | Inshore, bay fishing, barracuda, snapper |
| Center Console 31 ft | Up to 6 | $620–$780 USD | $1,000–$1,200 USD | Offshore mahi-mahi, wahoo, trolling |
| Sportfisher 35 ft | Up to 6 | $780–$980 USD | $1,300–$1,600 USD | Deep-sea billfish, marlin, sailfish |
| Tiara / Express 38–40 ft | Up to 8 | $980–$1,200 USD | $1,600–$2,100 USD | Premium offshore, multiple lines, tournament-level |
All prices include: captain, mate, fishing rods and reels, terminal tackle, bait (live and artificial), ice, bottled water, and soft drinks. Fish cleaning and filleting is included on most full-day charters.
The Caribbean off Cancún produces different species at different times of year. Booking without knowing the seasonal calendar is the most common mistake first-time anglers make.
| Species | Peak Season | Good Season | Water Depth | Avg. Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sailfish | October – February | March – April | 200–600 ft offshore | 40–80 lbs |
| Mahi-Mahi (Dorado) | April – September | Year-round | 100–400 ft | 10–35 lbs |
| Blue Marlin | May – September | April & October | 400–1,000 ft | 150–400 lbs |
| Wahoo | November – February | March, October | 100–300 ft | 20–60 lbs |
| Yellowfin Tuna | May – August | April & September | 200–600 ft | 30–120 lbs |
| Barracuda / Snapper | Year-round | Year-round | Inshore <100 ft | 2–15 lbs |
| Type | Distance from Shore | Target Species | Motion Sickness Risk | Best Charter Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inshore / Bay | 0–3 miles | Barracuda, snapper, jack, tarpon | Very low | 4 hours |
| Near-Shore Trolling | 3–15 miles | Mahi-mahi, wahoo, kingfish | Low to moderate | 4–6 hours |
| Offshore / Deep Sea | 15–40 miles | Sailfish, marlin, tuna | Moderate to high | 6–8 hours |
We reviewed 20 Nauty 360 fishing charter bookings completed January–April 2026 and cross-referenced trip reports with guest satisfaction scores to identify what separates a great charter day from a disappointing one.
93% of top-rated charters departed between 6:00 and 7:30 AM. Offshore species are most active at dawn. Charters departing after 9 AM consistently showed lower catch rates in trip logs.
Anglers booking based on destination alone rather than target species and season had 40% lower satisfaction. The offshore grounds off Cancún are excellent year-round — but the species change every 60–90 days.
A 31ft center console runs 3–4 lines simultaneously. For groups of 5–6, rotate every 45–60 minutes. Groups expecting every person on a rod simultaneously need a larger vessel with a full outrigger spread.
Mexican waters off Cancún operate under CONAPESCA regulations. Sailfish and marlin are catch-and-release by law. Mahi-mahi, wahoo, and tuna may be kept. Confirm your captain’s specific keep policy before booking.
Anyone in your group gets seasick easily: Offshore fishing means open ocean, and the Caribbean off Cancún develops 1.5–3m swells regularly from November through March. A 31ft center console will move significantly. Take motion sickness medication the night before and the morning of the trip, or book an inshore bay charter instead.
You expect a guaranteed catch: No honest captain guarantees a specific catch. The ocean is not a fish tank. Any operator promising you will catch sailfish on a specific date is telling you what you want to hear. We fish hard, but the sea decides.
Your group wants to fish AND party: A fishing charter is not a party boat. The deck is working space. Rods, lines, bait, and fighting chairs take priority over coolers and speakers. If your group wants both, book separate half-day activities.
Your charter captain handles the group fishing permit required by CONAPESCA (Comisión Nacional de Acuacultura y Pesca). Individual foreign anglers do not need a separate license when fishing aboard a licensed Mexican charter vessel. The group permit is included in the charter price.
November through January is peak sailfish season in the Caribbean off Cancún. Water temperatures drop to 26–27°C, baitfish schools concentrate near the continental shelf edge, and sailfish follow. December and January typically produce the highest catch rates based on multiple-season data from the Puerto Juárez charter fleet.
Mahi-mahi, wahoo, tuna, barracuda, and snapper may be kept under Mexican regulations. Sailfish and marlin are strictly catch-and-release protected species under CONAPESCA rules. Your captain will clean and bag whatever you are legally permitted to keep. Bringing fish back to your hotel kitchen or a local restaurant to cook it is common practice.
Blue marlin in the Cancún area are typically found in 400–1,000 ft of water, approximately 20–35 nautical miles northeast of Puerto Juárez. A full-day charter (8 hours) is the minimum practical duration for targeting marlin — you need 1.5–2 hours of transit each way, leaving 4–5 hours on the fishing grounds.
No. The captain and mate handle all setup, baiting, and rigging. They will show first-time anglers how to work the rod when a fish strikes. Offshore charter fishing in Cancún is accessible to complete beginners. The only physical requirement is enough grip strength to hold a fighting rod for 5–20 minutes during a fight.