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Cozumel Fishing Charters

9 charter captains in Cozumel, Mexico, listed A to Z with their boats, trips, published prices and direct phone numbers, mostly after Blue marlin, Sailfish, Mahi-mahi and Wahoo. Call or book with the captain directly – we never take a commission.

9 captains6 publish prices$550 typical half day
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The captains

Cozumel fishing charters, A to Z

Trips, fish and prices are shown as each operator publishes them. Confirm the price, the currency and what is included before you pay a deposit.

Aquadventures

Chankanaab National Park, Cozumel (departs from marina or hotel pier)

30 ft sportfisher (Grand Slam)Up to 10 guests

OffshoreFlatsReef

Targets: Blue marlin, Sailfish, Mahi-mahi, Wahoo, Tuna, Barracuda, Snapper, Grouper

Sportfishing 4 hours (1-6 people) $499Sportfishing 6 hours (1-6 people) $649Sportfishing 8 hours (1-6 people) $769+3 more on their site
+52 987 876 0866Website

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Aquarius Fishing

Cozumel, Quintana Roo 77600 (departs from the marina; no street address published)

Capt. Arturo Torres, Capt. Enrique Torres, Capt. Joe Herron (founder Carlos Vega)3 flats boats, 23-25 ft, 60 HP YamahaUp to 3 guests

OffshoreDeep seaFlatsFly fishing

Targets: Bonefish, Permit, Tarpon, Snook, Blue marlin, White marlin, Sailfish, Wahoo

Flats 1/2 day (4 hr), 1-2 anglers $310Flats 3/4 day (6 hr), 1-2 anglers, low season Jun-Oct $330Flats full day (8 hr), 1-2 anglers, low season Jun-Oct $400+3 more on their site
+52 987 103 3840Website

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Bandida Charters (Fishing Bandida Cozumel)

Departs Marina Asipona Cozumel; office 80 Bis Sur #49, Col. Flores Magón, Cozumel

Capt. Luis ErosaChris Craft 36 ft, Tiara 32 ft Express, Bertram 28 ft

OffshoreDeep sea

Targets: Sailfish, White marlin, Blue marlin, Wahoo, Tuna, Mahi-mahi, Barracuda

Chris Craft 36' 4 hours (1-6 passengers) $650Chris Craft 36' 5 hours (1-6 passengers) $750Chris Craft 36' 6 hours (1-6 passengers) $850+5 more on their site
+52 987 113 3573Website

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Cozumel Deep Sea Fishing

50 Avenida Sur Bis 580, Cozumel; trips meet at Marina Caleta

Capt. Alberto NoveloFleet of 3 x 38 ft Hatteras (incl. Miss Allison II)

OffshoreDeep seaFlatsSight fishingReefFly fishing

Targets: Wahoo, Mahi-mahi, Yellowfin tuna, Barracuda, Blue marlin, Sailfish, Grouper, Snapper

(800) 491-2505Website

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Flyfishing Uno Mas

Marina Puerto de Abrigo, Cozumel

Capt. Mike (Miguel)Uno MasUp to 3 guests

FlatsFly fishing

Targets: Bonefish, Tarpon, Snook, Permit, Snapper, Triggerfish

4-Hour Fly Fishing Trip – Bonefish & Tarpon (up to 2) $3506 hour Fly Fishing Trip – Bonefish & Tarpon (up to 2) $4258 hour Fly Fishing Trip – Bonefish & Tarpon (up to 2) $500+3 more on their site
+52 987 114 9550Website

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Kay Kib Fishing Charters (Dive Paradise)

Km 1.7 Carretera Costera Sur, San Miguel de Cozumel (hotel pier pickup)

Kay Kib, custom-built 34 ftUp to 8 guests

OffshoreDeep sea

Targets: Mahi-mahi, Red snapper, Sailfish, Wahoo, Tuna, Barracuda, Bonito, Blue marlin

4 hours half day (advance price) $5946 hours (advance price) $7038 hours full day (advance price) $812+1 more on their site
+52 987 101 8585Website

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Montze Fishing Charters

Marina Puerto de Abrigo, Cozumel

32 ft Luhrs convertibleUp to 8 guests

OffshoreReef

Targets: Sailfish, Blue marlin, White marlin, Mahi-mahi, Tuna, Wahoo, Barracuda, King mackerel

1/2 Day Private (4 hr, up to 4) $5503/4 Day Private (6 hr, up to 4) $750Full Day Private (8 hr, up to 4) $950+1 more on their site
+52 987 105 1477Website

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Know before you go

Fishing in Cozumel: what US anglers should know

Licenses, park fees and local rules we could confirm from official or operator sources. Rules change – ask your captain when you book.

The Mexican federal fishing license is included in the charter price at the Cozumel operators checked (Cozumel Deep Sea Fishing, Montze, Kay Kib/Dive Paradise, Cozumel Fly Fishing); anglers on these charters do not buy their own.

Source: cozumeldeepseafishing.com

Billfish (blue marlin, white marlin, sailfish) are strictly catch and release on the Kay Kib charter; Montze also releases billfish.

Source: diveparadise.com

Boats leave from Marina Caleta (about 500 yards from the cruise pier) and Marina Puerto de Abrigo; several operators also pick up at hotel piers.

Source: cozumeldeepseafishing.com

The Cozumel Marine Park entry fee is included on Cozumel Deep Sea Fishing's 6- and 8-hour fishing + snorkel combos; the fee amount is not published there.

Source: cozumeldeepseafishing.com

Cruise passengers: book a departure at least 30 minutes after the ship's scheduled docking time.

Source: cozumeldeepseafishing.com

Aquarius Fishing's flats rates do not include the federal fishing license, listed at $15 USD per angler per day; Bandida Charters' rates include fishing licenses.

Source: aquariusfishing.com

Flyfishing Uno Mas says that from July 2026 anglers fishing inside the Marine Park must buy a $15 wristband.

Source: flyfishingunomas.com

Flats fishing for bonefish, permit, snook and small tarpon happens in the large lagoon and mangrove area on Cozumel's north end.

Source: gofishingcozumel.com

Seasons

What is biting in Cozumel, month by month

The main months for each fish, so you can match your trip dates to what you want to catch.

SpeciesJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Sailfish
Blue marlin
White marlin
Mahi-mahi
Wahoo
Barracuda
Bonefish
Permit

Shaded months are the main season for each fish, from local captains’ and tourism or fisheries sources: cozumelanglers.com, cozumelflyfishing.net, fishingcozumel.net.

Prices

What a fishing charter costs in Cozumel

The median published price for a private half day (about 4 hours), from 6 operators that publish one. Prices are for the boat; taxes, marina or park fees and the tip can be extra.

$550

Typical half day

Private boat, about 4 hours. Compare with US charter prices.

Questions

Cozumel fishing charter questions

How much is a fishing charter in Cozumel?

Among 6 operators that publish a private half-day price, the median is about $550 for the boat. Full days and bigger boats cost more. Confirm the currency and what is included when you book.

What fish can you catch in Cozumel?

The fish Cozumel captains list most are Blue marlin, Sailfish, Mahi-mahi, Wahoo and Barracuda. See the season calendar for the main months for each.

Do I need a fishing license in Cozumel?

See know before you go above for what we could confirm, and ask the captain when you book – many operators arrange or include the license.

Do I need a passport?

Yes – you need a valid passport to fly to Mexico from the US. Check the current entry rules with the US State Department before you travel.

Does Gone Fishing HQ take a commission?

No. You book with the captain directly by phone or on their own website, and they keep the whole trip price.

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