Charter Operator
Puerto Vallarta Calypso Fishing

Member since January 2015 Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Background
Captain Ariel has been on a boat and on the water all his life but has only been in the charter business for 12 years. His passion comes from seeing a passenger on his boat with a big fat smile when they got that nice fish on board and showing everybody the beauty of Banderas Bay – Captain Ariel's backyard. This makes him the happiest person alive!
Techniques
Captain Ariel's favorite fishing style is going for big fish with small or light tackle. The determination you need to bring for a 100 lb Tuna on light tackle is what makes fishing exciting for him. The captain believes you need to be holding a rod when you’re fishing, not just looking at it. He also loves trolling but feels there's nothing like casting or popping for big Roosterfish or Snapper!

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Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Background
Captain Ariel has been on a boat and on the water all his life but has only been in the charter business for 12 years. His passion comes from seeing a passenger on his boat with a big fat smile when they got that nice fish on board and showing everybody the beauty of Banderas Bay – Captain Ariel's backyard. This makes him the happiest person alive!
Techniques
Captain Ariel's favorite fishing style is going for big fish with small or light tackle. The determination you need to bring for a 100 lb Tuna on light tackle is what makes fishing exciting for him. The captain believes you need to be holding a rod when you’re fishing, not just looking at it. He also loves trolling but feels there's nothing like casting or popping for big Roosterfish or Snapper!
Our Team
Josafath Alexis M.
Captain
Adriรกn M.
Captain
Erick C.
Captain
Pepe C.
Captain

My Charter Listings

Excellent
4.7 / 5
(40 reviews)
Puerto Vallarta
Trips from US $360
Excellent
4.8 / 5
(138 reviews)
Puerto Vallarta
Trips from US $342
Excellent
4.8 / 5
(44 reviews)
Nuevo Vallarta
Trips from US $360
Excellent
4.2 / 5
(5 reviews)
Nuevo Vallarta
Trips from US $342
Very good
3.3 / 5
(1 review)
Puerto Vallarta
Trips from US $500

Fishing Reports

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 228 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (417)
March fishing trip
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
91%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
91%
Appropriate for children
87%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
72%
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Jennifer B.
Litchfield Park, AZ
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Good day on the water

VERIFIED   6hr ONLY FISHING IN THE BAY (5pax) on May 26, 2022
Had a great time out on the water. We got on the boat and out fiahing quickly. Boat is very nice good equipment we got to jig...
Jennifer B. recommends Calypso Charters โ€“ Calypso II
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The captain canceled

VERIFIED   July 11, 2023
The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.
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Stephen C.
Wolfforth, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Full day fishing & exploring with Ariel

VERIFIED   6hr ONLY FISHING IN THE BAY (5pax) on July 21, 2020
My wife and I had such a blast with Ariel. The boat was extremely clean and comfortable for us. There had drinks and even a...
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Travis C.
Caldwell, ID
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Do it the local way, 8 hour trip with captain Carlos and Samuel

VERIFIED   8hrCOMBO-fish-snorkel-yelapa(8pax) on January 14, 2020
Amazing trip with Captain Carlos and Samuel. They worked extremely hard to get us on whatever fish we wanted to catch. Started...
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Juan F.
Allentown, Pennsylvania
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

6 hour trip with Captain Carlos and Eddie

VERIFIED   6hr Onlyfishing in the bay(5pax) on June 23, 2022
Great crew, had a good time looking for larger Dorado. Had to be patient, but we were able to get good sized fish for ceviche...
Juan F. recommends Calypso 1 Fishing Charters โ€“ Nuevo Vallarta
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