The easiest Barceló Maya fishing excursion leaves from Puerto Aventuras Marina, about 6 minutes up Highway 307 from the resort. You get a private boat, captain and mate for 3 to 8 hours, with all tackle, bait, licences, drinks and fresh ceviche included, from $450 for the whole boat.
The Barceló Maya Grand Resort sits in Xpu-Ha, just south of Puerto Aventuras, which makes it one of the closest big resorts to our dock. Blue water is only about 15 minutes from the marina, so you spend your time fishing, not driving or running offshore. This guide covers what you can catch this time of year, which trip suits families and couples at each Barceló hotel, 2026 prices and how to get to the boat.
Quick answer: book a private charter from Puerto Aventuras Marina, about 6 minutes from Barceló Maya Beach, Caribe, Colonial, Tropical, Palace and the adults-only Maya Riviera. A 4 hour trip is the sweet spot for most families, and 6 hours is best if you're chasing sailfish and marlin in spring. Prices are per boat, not per person, starting at $450 for 3 hours.
Why fish from Puerto Aventuras when you're staying at Barceló Maya
Minutes from your room
The marina is a quick taxi ride up Highway 307. A morning trip has you back at the pool by lunch.
Your boat only
Every charter is 100% private. No strangers and no fixed group plan. The crew fishes the way your group wants.
Fish fast
The reef edge and deep blue water start about 15 minutes from the dock, so most of the trip is spent with lines in the water.
It also feels a lot like the all-inclusive you're used to. Water, soft drinks, ice, fresh fruit, chips, guacamole and ceviche made from your catch are all on board, and you can bring your own drinks or add margaritas and beer.
What you can catch near Barceló Maya
The Riviera Maya fishes well all year. Here's what our Fishing Info page rates as the best bets by season:
- Fall and winter (September to March): barracuda are excellent all year, bonito are at their best from October to December, and amberjack and yellowtail snapper fire from October through March. Kingfish, tuna and wahoo are good through the winter too.
- Spring and early summer (April to July): this is billfish season. Sailfish, white marlin, blue marlin and mahi mahi peak in May and June.
- All year: mutton snapper, triggerfish and wahoo are rated good every month, so there's always something to target.
The Fishing Info page also has the latest fishing reports if you want to see what's been biting this week. Billfish are always released, and the crew will clean and bag any keepers for you.
Which trip suits your Barceló stay?
Families at Maya Beach, Caribe, Colonial, Tropical and Palace
Go for 3 or 4 hours. Trolling along the reef keeps the action steady, and kids can reel in kingfish, barracuda and bonito. Our Fish & Snorkel option adds a swim on the reef, with snorkel gear included, which is a great way to break up the morning for younger kids.
Couples and adults-only guests at Maya Riviera
A 4 hour trip with a cooler of cold beer or unlimited margaritas makes an easy, relaxed morning. If you're keen to chase a sailfish or marlin, book 6 hours in spring.
Groups and serious anglers
Book 6 or 8 hours on the 45' Viking Express. It takes up to 15 guests, has the most deck space and gives you time to troll the deep water and still drop a line on the reef.
Barceló Maya fishing charter prices for 2026
Every charter is private and priced per boat, not per person. Current rates in US dollars:
| Boat | Guests | 3 hrs | 4 hrs | 6 hrs | 8 hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32' Blackfin | Up to 6 | $450 | $550 | $750 | $1,000 |
| 38' Luhrs Express | Up to 10 | $670 | $750 | $1,050 | $1,150 |
| 45' Viking Express | Up to 15 | $700 | $880 | $1,150 | $1,450 |
For a family of four on the 32' Blackfin for 4 hours, that's about $138 each. There's a $15 per person dock fee, paid in cash at the marina, and fishing licences are included. A 30% deposit holds your date and is fully refunded if bad weather cancels the trip and it can't be rescheduled.
Every trip includes an English-speaking captain and mate, rods, reels, tackle and bait, snorkel gear, a cooler with ice, water and soft drinks, a fresh fruit platter, chips, and guacamole plus ceviche made on board. The 6 and 8 hour trips add ham and cheese sandwiches. Add unlimited margaritas ($30 per person), a 12 pack of beer (from $20) and more through additional services.
Check availability
Pick your date, group size and trip length. We confirm by email, usually within 24 hours.
Which boat is best for your group?
32' Blackfin
Up to 6 guests. Quick and nimble, perfect for a family or a couple of friends. From $450.
38' Luhrs Express
Up to 10 guests. A wide, stable cockpit with room for two families. From $670.
45' Viking Express
Up to 15 guests. The most shade and deck space, ideal for big groups and full days. From $700.
See photos and specs on the fishing boats page, or compare everything on the private fishing charters page.
Getting from Barceló Maya to Puerto Aventuras Marina
The resort is at Km 266.3 on Highway 307 in Xpu-Ha, and Puerto Aventuras is just north of it, so the marina is about a 6 minute drive.
- Taxi: the easiest option. The resort's taxi stand can take you straight to the marina, and it's a short, inexpensive ride.
- Private transport: air-conditioned roundtrip vans can be added to your booking. Ask for a quote from Barceló Maya when you book.
- Rental car: head north on Highway 307 and turn in at Puerto Aventuras.
Plan to arrive about 15 minutes before your start time. We'll send the exact meeting point at the marina with your confirmation.
Tips for your fishing day
- Book a morning trip. The sea is usually calmest early, and you're back for lunch at the resort.
- Grab breakfast to go. Light snacks are fine, and the crew has water, soft drinks and fruit on board.
- Pack reef-safe sunscreen, a hat, polarized sunglasses and a light long-sleeve shirt.
- Bring cash for the dock fee and a tip for the crew.
- Take seasickness tablets before you leave if you're prone to it.
- Tell the crew your goal. Lots of action for the kids, a big fish or dinner for the table: they'll plan the day around it.
Staying somewhere nearby? See our guides to fishing charters from Akumal, fishing in Playa del Carmen and deep sea fishing in the Riviera Maya.
Your own fishing boat, 6 minutes from Barceló Maya
Private charters from Puerto Aventuras with an English-speaking crew. All tackle, bait, licences, drinks and ceviche included.
Check AvailabilityFrequently asked questions
Can you go deep sea fishing from Barceló Maya?
Yes. Private fishing charters leave Puerto Aventuras Marina, about 6 minutes north of the Barceló Maya Grand Resort on Highway 307. Blue water is about 15 minutes from the dock.
How much is a fishing excursion near Barceló Maya?
Private charters start at $450 for the whole boat for 3 hours on the 32' Blackfin (up to 6 guests), plus a $15 per person dock fee. A 4 hour trip starts at $550.
How do I get from Barceló Maya to the marina?
A taxi from the resort takes about 6 minutes. Private roundtrip transport can also be added when you book, or you can drive north on Highway 307 to Puerto Aventuras.
Is a fishing charter good for kids?
Yes. Every boat is private, so the crew sets the pace for your family. Kingfish, barracuda and bonito bite close to the reef, and you can add a snorkel stop.
What fish can you catch near Barceló Maya?
Barracuda, kingfish, tuna, wahoo and snapper bite most of the year. Bonito, amberjack and grouper are best in fall and winter, and sailfish, marlin and mahi mahi peak in May and June.
What's included on the fishing trip?
An English-speaking captain and mate, all rods, tackle and bait, fishing licences, snorkel gear, water, soft drinks, fruit, chips, guacamole and ceviche made from your catch.