The easiest way to go deep sea fishing from Mayakoba is a private charter from Puerto Aventuras Marina, about 30 km south of the resort on Highway 307. It's a 35 to 45 minute drive, and you get the whole boat, an English-speaking captain and mate, tackle, bait, licences, drinks and fresh ceviche, from $450 for 3 hours.
Mayakoba is the resort community at Km 298, just north of Playa del Carmen, home to Fairmont Mayakoba, Rosewood Mayakoba, Banyan Tree Mayakoba and Andaz Mayakoba. Guests come for the lagoons and mangroves, the beach, the spas and the El Camaleón golf course. When you want a morning offshore chasing sailfish, mahi mahi and kingfish, this guide covers how far the marina really is, what's biting, which trip suits your group, 2026 prices and the simplest way to get to the dock.
Quick answer: book a private charter from Puerto Aventuras Marina and plan on 35 to 45 minutes each way from Mayakoba, depending on traffic through Playa del Carmen. Because of the drive, a 4 or 6 hour trip makes the most sense. Prices are per boat, not per person, from $550 for 4 hours, and roundtrip transport can be added to your booking.
How far is Puerto Aventuras from Mayakoba?
We'd rather be upfront: Puerto Aventuras isn't next door to Mayakoba. The resorts sit at Km 298 on the highway between Cancún and Playa del Carmen, and the marina is about 30 km south, past Playa del Carmen. Banyan Tree Mayakoba lists the cenotes right beside Puerto Aventuras as 25 to 30 minutes away by car, and with a stop at the marina gate and the odd slow patch in Playa, 35 to 45 minutes door to dock is a fair plan.
The good news is that the drive is easy, all on Highway 307, and once you're on board the fishing starts fast. The reef edge and deep blue water begin about 15 minutes from the dock, so very little of your charter is spent travelling.
Your boat only
Every charter is 100% private. No strangers and no shared tour, just your group, your crew and your plan.
Lines in fast
Blue water is about 15 minutes from the marina, so a 4 hour trip is close to 3.5 hours of fishing.
A calm, sheltered marina
Puerto Aventuras is a protected harbour, so boarding is easy and the boats leave on time.
What you can catch on a Mayakoba fishing trip
The water off Puerto Aventuras fishes well all year. Here's how our Fishing Info page rates the seasons:
- Fall and winter (September to March): bonito are at their best from October to December, amberjack and yellowtail snapper are strong from October through March, and kingfish, tuna and wahoo stay good through the winter. Barracuda bite all year.
- Spring and early summer (April to July): billfish season. Sailfish, white marlin, blue marlin and mahi mahi peak in May and June. Our marlin and sailfish guide has the details.
- All year: mutton snapper, triggerfish and wahoo are rated good every month.
Billfish are always released. The crew cleans and bags any keepers for you, and many Playa del Carmen restaurants will cook your catch if you ask.
Which trip suits your Mayakoba stay?
Couples and honeymooners
Book 4 hours on the 32' Blackfin, a quick, comfortable boat for up to six. Add unlimited margaritas ($30 per person) or a bottle of prosecco and it's a relaxed morning on the water even if only one of you is set on catching a fish. Prefer something more active? The Fish & Snorkel option mixes trolling with a swim on the reef, and snorkel gear is included.
Families
Kids love the action of trolling, and the crew does the hard part: setting lines, spotting birds and handing over the rod when a fish hits. A 4 hour morning trip keeps everyone happy, and you're back at the resort in time for a late lunch and the pool.
Golf groups and friends' trips
Playing El Camaleón one day and fishing the next is a classic Mayakoba combination. Book 6 or 8 hours so the crew can run to deep water for sailfish, marlin, tuna and wahoo. Up to 10 guests fit on the 38' Luhrs Express and up to 15 on the 45' Viking Express. Add a 12 pack of beer or a bottle of tequila and it's a proper day out.
With a 35 to 45 minute drive each way, a 4 or 6 hour charter is the sweet spot. You get a full morning on the water and you're still back at Mayakoba by mid afternoon.
Mayakoba fishing 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 |
A couple on the 32' Blackfin for 4 hours pays $275 each with the whole boat to themselves. Four golfers sharing a 6 hour trip on the same boat pay under $190 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 refundable if bad weather cancels the trip.
Every charter 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 from the catch of the day. The 6 and 8 hour trips add ham and cheese sandwiches. Beer, wine, spirits, unlimited margaritas and breakfast sandwiches can be added through additional services. Please order extras at least 24 hours ahead.
Check availability
Pick your date, group size and trip length. We confirm by email, usually within 24 hours.
Getting from Mayakoba to Puerto Aventuras Marina
Mayakoba is at Km 298 on Highway 307. Head south past Playa del Carmen and turn in at Puerto Aventuras, about 30 km in all. Your options:
- Our private transport: air-conditioned roundtrip vans can be added to your booking. Mayakoba sits between our Playa del Carmen and Puerto Morelos pickup areas, where sample roundtrip prices for 1 to 6 guests are $160 and $200. Ask for an exact Mayakoba quote when you book.
- Resort transfer: the concierge at your Mayakoba hotel can arrange a private car to the marina and back.
- Rental car: it's a simple drive south on Highway 307. There's free parking across the street from the Dolphin Discovery in 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 from Mayakoba
- Book an early start. The sea is usually calmest in the morning, and you beat the midday heat.
- Grab breakfast to go. The crew has water, soft drinks and fruit, and you can pre-order breakfast sandwiches.
- 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 the resort if you're prone to it.
- Tell the crew your goal. A billfish photo, steady action or fish for dinner: they'll plan the day around it.
Spending part of your trip in town or travelling with friends at another hotel? See our guides to fishing in Playa del Carmen and Puerto Morelos fishing charters, or the full list of fishing charters near Riviera Maya resorts with drive times from each one. Photos and specs for every boat are on the fishing boats page.
Your own fishing boat for a day away from Mayakoba
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 Mayakoba?
Yes. Private fishing charters leave Puerto Aventuras Marina, about 30 km south of Mayakoba on Highway 307. Plan on 35 to 45 minutes each way. Blue water is about 15 minutes from the dock.
How much is a private fishing charter near Mayakoba?
Charters start at $450 for the whole boat for 3 hours on the 32' Blackfin (up to 6 guests), or $550 for 4 hours, plus a $15 per person dock fee. Licences are included.
How long should a fishing trip from Mayakoba be?
Because of the drive, 4 or 6 hours works best. Four hours suits couples and families, and 6 hours gives the best shot at sailfish and marlin, especially in May and June.
Can you arrange transport from Mayakoba to the marina?
Yes. Private roundtrip transport in an air-conditioned van can be added to your booking. Ask for a Mayakoba quote; sample prices for 1 to 6 guests are $160 from Playa del Carmen and $200 from Puerto Morelos.
What fish can you catch near Mayakoba?
Barracuda, kingfish, tuna, wahoo and snapper bite most of the year. Bonito, amberjack and yellowtail snapper peak 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, rods, tackle and bait, licences, snorkel gear, water, soft drinks, fruit, chips, guacamole and ceviche made from your catch. Your fish is cleaned and bagged.
Do I need fishing experience?
No. The crew rigs the lines, finds the fish and coaches you through the fight, so first-timers and kids catch fish too.