If you want to catch your dream fish and enjoy idyllic vacations, then fishing in the Riviera Maya is the perfect option for you. There are many kinds of fish and other sea creatures found in the waters near the Riviera Maya that will make your fishing tour a memorable adventure!
Types of Fishing in the Riviera Maya
You can choose from a variety of fishing styles when you go fishing in the Riviera Maya. Even if you are not a veteran fisherman, that’s no problem either because all types of fishermen from all over the world come out to the Yucatan Peninsula to get in on the excitement. Here is an overview of some of the types of fishing in the Riviera Maya you will encounter:
- Deep Sea Fishing – If you love catching the big ones, then you will love going on a deep sea fishing tour in the Riviera Maya. You will get the chance to catch some marlin, mahi mahi, sailfish, tuna and wahoo. Make sure you bring your camera because you are going to want to keep the memory of your big catches.
- Fly Fishing – The waters around Isla Blanca and the lagoons in the Riviera Maya are ideal locations for fly fishing. You can expect to get a lot of snapper, bonefish and barracuda in this region. For easier navigation on the waters (since they are shallow), flat-bottom boats are the popular choice for fly fishing
- Bottom Fishing – Families love to go bottom fishing because everyone can share in the fun of dropping their fishing line from 200-600 feet into the water. The fish towards the bottom are much smaller than what you can expect from the surface, but there is always a steady catch of reef fish no matter what time of the year it is.
What do fishing tours in the Riviera Maya include?
Most fishing tours operating in the Riviera Maya will provide all the tackle and bait you need for your fishing excursion. Some fishing tours will even including food and beverages for the duration of your trip. Make sure you ask before heading off on your fishing trip.
What kind of fish will you find?
Keep in mind that some fish species are only available during certain times of the year, and you can’t always guarantee that what you thought you were fishing for will be the actual catch that day. Therefore, it is recommended that you schedule your vacation during the time of year the kind of fish you would like to catch are available. The following is a list of the most popular fish found in the Riviera Maya:
Times of the Year for Major Fish Species (alphabetized)
Amberjack (10-50 lbs): November- April
Barracuda (10-50 lbs): November- August
Blue Marlin (70-900 lbs): June & July
Bonito (5-25 lbs): All year
Grouper (10-50 lbs): All year
Kingfish (10-50 lbs): December- March
Mackerel (5-30 lbs): All year
Mahi-Mahi (10-50 lbs): April- July
Sailfish (80-220 lbs): January- July
Shark (200-500 lbs): All year
Snapper (5-25 lbs): May- September
Tuna (10-30 lbs): All year
Wahoo (20-80 lbs): October- January
You are sure to enjoy the memorable moments you will have while fishing in the Riviera Maya!
