Sport Fishing Ixtapa Zihuatanejo

Join Sport Fishing Ixtapa Zihuatanejo for an unforgettable angling adventure! You’ll head out with an experienced local-born captain. Whether it’s your first time fishing or you’re already a seasoned angler, welcome aboard!

You’ll be casting off of a 25’ Argos boat. There’s enough room for 6 guests, but it’s best to fish 2 at a time to avoid tangled lines. The boat is powered by a 60 HP Yamaha engine and features all the necessary navigational electronics to locate even the most invisible fish.

Inshore trips are great for beginners or guests who are prone to seasickness. You’ll stay in calmer waters and target less aggressive but equally impressive fish like Roosterfish, Sierra Mackerel, and Skipjack Tuna. Be sure your captain brings the snorkeling equipment if you plan on jumping in!

Offshore trips are ideal for more experienced or adrenaline-seeking anglers. You’ll head up to 20 miles into the Pacific to target massive pelagic fish, including Marlin, Tuna, Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and Barracuda.

Your captain provides all the equipment you need for a successful day of fishing. There’s also a helpful first mate on board who cleans and fillets your catch at the end of the day. You’re free to help yourself to soft drinks and beer already on board or bring your own snacks and refreshments.

Let Sport Fishing Ixtapa Zihuatanejo be your guide to an amazing day of fishing. All you need to do is set a date!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    7 Hour Trip – Inshore
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $249
    Experience the productive waters closer to shore on this 7-hour fishing adventure! You'll head 3–4 miles out to target the likes of Roosterfish, Sierra Mackerel, Skipjack Tuna, and Horse Mackerel. Your captain brings along all the equipment you need and can also provide snorkeling equipment if requested in advance. Help yourself to beer and sodas already on board, or bring your own snacks and refreshments!
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Offshore
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $349
    Head up to 20 miles out to target Sailfish, Marlin, Mahi Mahi, Barracuda, and Wahoo on this exciting offshore adventure! You'll spend 6 hours reeling in your impressive targets with gear provided by the captain. Help yourself to sodas and beer already on board, or bring your own snacks and refreshments.
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FAQs about Sport Fishing Ixtapa Zihuatanejo

Sport Fishing Ixtapa Zihuatanejo offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $249 per group - 7 Hour Trip – Inshore (5 hours)
  • US $349 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Offshore (7 hours)

When you book a trip with Sport Fishing Ixtapa Zihuatanejo, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling Equipment Inshore trips only, please request in advance
  • Live Bait Well
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna Tubes
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Sport Fishing Ixtapa Zihuatanejo include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Penn and Shimano)
  • Live Bait (Available upon request)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (Water, soft drinks, beer)
  • First Mate (Tips are appreciated)
  • Fishing License

Sport Fishing Ixtapa Zihuatanejo offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing

Sport Fishing Ixtapa Zihuatanejo offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Fly Fishing
  • Handline
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Sport Fishing Ixtapa Zihuatanejo include:
  • Barracuda (Pacific)
  • Bonito
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Marlin (Black)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (Striped)
  • Roosterfish
  • Sailfish
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Charter Operator

Sport Fishing Mahi Mahi
Zihuatanejo, Guerrero, Mexico
1 Fishing Report
16 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since March 2020
We have been fishing in the area for over 15 years. Our local captains know these waters like the back of their hands. Sport Fishing Ixtapa Zihuatanejo is owned by Luis Valdovinos, a passionate captain who assembled a team of professionals to run epic fishing charters in these fruitful waters. The best part of the job is that we get to spend every day on the water and see other anglers land their dream catch!

About this listing

Targeted species

Barracuda (Pacific) Pacific Barracuda
Bonito Bonito
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle

Boat specs

Argos (Skiff) originally built in 2010. Powered by a 90HP suzuki engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 31 knots.

Length
25 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Fly Fishing
Handline
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling Equipment
Inshore trips only, please request in advance
Live Bait Well

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Penn and Shimano
Live Bait
Available upon request
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Water, soft drinks, beer
First Mate
Tips are appreciated
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
All ages are welcome, life jackets provided
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 14 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
92%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
90%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
86%
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Saulius K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

It worked like a charm!

VERIFIED   7 Hour Trip – Inshore on January 2, 2024
Captain was Alan Chavalas on the “Tarpon” boat. My daughter and I we had the boat and captain for ourselves. Within the...
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Tiffany R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Amazing!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Offshore on March 28, 2024
Alan was a great captain- kind and helpful. Finally got a catch on the way back and he patiently helped us reel in a HUGE marlin!...
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Clifford H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Awesome day

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Offshore on January 29, 2024
Great day fishing with captain Alan Chavalas. Caught a big sailfish.
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Brian B.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great captain and clean boat

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Offshore on January 12, 2024
We had a great captain that was knowledgeable and patient. Would recommend fishing on “Tarpon” to anyone who asked.
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Dustin R.
Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo, Guerrero
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

7 Hour Inshore Trip with Captain Alan

VERIFIED   7 Hour Trip – Inshore on March 5, 2022
Louis and our captain for the day, Alan, were professional, fun and quick to communicate with. Alan worked hard to get us on...
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