Cancun Share Fishing

Frequently Asked Questions about CANCUN SHARE FISHING

Questions about transportation, the marina and departures
Questions about reservations, availability and cancellations
Questions about the boats
Questions about the fishing
Questions about the fishing tackle
Questions about the fish we catch

QUESTIONS ABOUT TRANSPORTATION, THE MARINA AND DEPARTURE

Do you provide transportation from my Cancun hotel to the marina dock?
Transportation from your hotel to the dock is not included in the fishing charter.
Here is a list of the prices for transportation round trip from and back to your hotel.

You can reserve your transportation at the time you make your fishing charter reservation. Please see the reservation form and select your transportation needs or add to comment box you will need trasportation.


Where is the dock or marina?
When you reserve we will send you a map of where to go from your hotel. We are in the middle of the Cancun hotel zone so do not worry, it is easy to find. The best ways to travel are by bus or by taxi.

What time do we need to be at the dock?
When you reserve you will receive a coupon with all the needed information including the time you need to be at the marina dock. Basically you need to be at the dock 30 minutes before your scheduled departure - in most cases that is 6:30 AM for a 7:00 AM departure.

QUESTIONS ABOUT RESERVATIONS, AVAILABILITY AND CANCELLATIONS

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How do I know you have space available?
If you reserve 7 to 10 days in advance you have a 90% chance we have space for you on one of our share fish boats. We recommend you send in your reservation complete with your credit card information and if space is not available we will call and tell you when space is available. So be sure to include your phone number on your reservation form.

Is it possible to make a fishing reservation when I get to Cancun?
We do recommend you make your fishing reservations as far in advance as possible so that you are sure to your share fish trip when you want to go. During the high season from January to August there are many times we have no boats available 2-3 days in advance. To reserve once you arrive in Cancun call us at 898-4312 or if you are outside Cancun call us at 01-998-898-4312, and from the states 1-800-860-5917.

What is your cancellation policy?
You can cancel any fishing trip up to 24 hours before departure and only pay a 5% administrative processing fee. If the trip is cancelled because the port is closed by the port captain then you will receive a 100% refund. Click Here! To see all Cancellation and Change Policy.

Is the pricing on the website correct?
Yes. The prices are accurate and complete meaning that there are no additional charges. At the end of the trip a tip is optional but generally a tip of 15% - 20% of the share fish price depending on how successful your crew was for you.

QUESTIONS ABOUT THE BOATS

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How many people can go on the boat?
It depends on the boat. We have share fish boats that accommodate 6 and share fish boats that accommodate 8.

Do you have English speaking captains?
Our captains and crew speak at least “fishing English.” The language will not be a problem.

Do the boats have a bathroom on board?
Yes.

Do I need to bring anything?.
We do recommend you bring a hat and sunglasses and sun block.
Food is not provided, so you may want to bring a lunch or snacks.Raid the breakfast bar at your all inclusive hotel or stop at an OXXO convenience store on the way to dock, just ask the cab driver to stop. As far as fishing tackle is concerned you do not need to bring anything. We provide all tackle needed

Will I get seasick?
Seasickness depends on the individual and the conditions of the sea the day you go fishing. We recommend that if you do not know if you get seasick that you take a commercial motion sickness medication or use the wrist bands or patches that go behind the ear. Why take a chance?

QUESTIONS ABOUT THE FISHING

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Will I catch a fish?

Yes, on a share fish trip we Guarantee everyone will catch a fish!We do not guarantee what specie or what size fish, but we do guarantee you will catch a fish or we will not come in until you do. (In fact we still have couple of boats out there since 1982 trying to catch a fish.)

What can we expect to catch?
What you will catch depends on the time of year you come fishing.
To see the various species that you may catch click here to see a calendar.

Who determines who catches the first fish, second fish and so on?
Women and children first –just like when you abandon ship - then the guys determine in what order they are going to bring in the following fish.But we do guarantee a fish for each person.Again we do not guarantee the specie or size but you will catch a fish but you will catch something.

Do you do trolling or bottom fishing?
When you go share fishing we decide if we troll or bottom fish because we guarantee everyone will catch a fish.So we use all our talents to meet that goal.
When we troll we will fish 5 lines, 2 from the outriggers, 2 flat lines and 1 from the flying bridge.See the question above to determine who catches the first fish.

We want to catch bill fish. What do you recommend?
If you really want bill fish like sails and Marlin we recommend you charter a boat and go for that specie.Second, take an 8 hour charter. You enhance your chances.
Third, tell the captain at check in that your main interest is billfish.
While on a share fish trip you may catch a bill fish we do not necessarily go fishing specifically for them.

How much travel time, non-fishing time, is there?
The fishing grounds are about 25 to 35 minutes from the dock.

What kind of bait do you use?
We use ballyhoo, mullet, and lures. We will vary the baits depending on the fish available at the particular time of year you go.

Do you catch and release?
Game fish which are not edible (sailfish, and marlin) are released. If you want to mount a fish then those fish are brought in so we can send them off to be mounted.

I want to mount my catch. Can I do that?
Yes the staff at the dock will arrange everything for you.

How much tip should I give?
Generally for good to excellent service a 15% to 20% tip is given if the crew is appropriate.

QUESTIONS ABOUT THE FISHING TACKLE

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What size tackle do you use?
Some of the tackle is 50 lb test rigs and some is 80 lb test rigs.

Do you have any light tackle or fly fishing tackle?
No. On a share fish trip we are not set up for light tackle or fly fishing. For those specialized fishing you will need to charter a boat or see or other fly fishing opportunities. Click here to see spin tackle and fly fishing opportunities.

QUESTIONS ABOUT THE FISH WE CATCH

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What happens to the fish we catch?
All billfish caught are released unless you want to mount them. Then we bring them in and they will be sent away for mounting.
Edible fish are put in the cooler and can be part of your “tip” for the crew or the crew will gladly filet them for you. Then you take your catch to your favorite Cancun restaurant for that evening’s dinner.

We strongly recommend that you take some fish filets and go to a local restaurant for dinner. The concierge in your hotel can make restaurant recommendations, the crew at the dock can make recommendations or call us here at 887-8069 and we will make recommendations. One fun way to end a day of fishing is to eat your fresh catch. We also recommend that you have the restaurant prepare you catch 3 different ways. Then you decide which is your favorite. By the way, your meal will cost about $10-$12 USD per person with side dishes when you bring the fish.

What are the best fish to take to eat?
The best fish for your dinner will be Dorado (Mahi Mahi,) Wahoo, King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, Snapper, and Grouper and Trigger fish. Any of these will make for an unforgettable dinner.

Can I take fish back to the U.S. in an ice chest?
You can but we do not recommend it. Since security has been tightened at all airports worldwide we do not recommend you try to take edible fish back to the U.S. First the airlines no longer accept Styrofoam ice chest, and securing dry ice in Cancun will cost you more time and effort than it is worth. Then you will have delays on arrival in the U.S. while your baggage is checked.Eat your fish here in Cancun and savory your vacation memories.

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