The easiest Ocean Riviera Paradise fishing trips leave from Puerto Aventuras Marina, about 35 to 45 minutes south of the resort on Highway 307. You get a private boat, captain and mate for 3 to 8 hours, with tackle, bait, licences, drinks and fresh ceviche included, from $450 for the whole boat.
H10's Ocean Riviera Paradise sits at Km 296 on Playa Xcalacoco, just north of Playa del Carmen. It's a big, lively resort with a water park, the Daisy Club for kids, the adults-only El Beso area and a Blue Flag beach. If you're searching for top rated deep sea fishing near Ocean Riviera Paradise, this guide covers what's biting, which trip suits your group, honest drive times, 2026 prices and how to get from the lobby to the dock.
Quick answer: book a private charter from Puerto Aventuras Marina, roughly 27 km south of the resort. Because of the drive, a 4 hour trip is the sweet spot for most families and couples, and 6 hours is best if you want sailfish and marlin in spring. Prices are per boat, not per person, from $450 for 3 hours. Roundtrip transport from the resort can be added when you book.
Why Ocean Riviera Paradise guests fish from Puerto Aventuras
There are good fishing boats closer to the resort, in Playa del Carmen and Puerto Morelos, and plenty of guests have a great day with them. Many still make the drive south to Puerto Aventuras, and here's why:
A real marina
You step aboard from a dock in a sheltered marina. No wading out from the beach, which is easier with kids, grandparents and coolers.
Your boat only
Every charter is 100% private. No strangers, no fixed group plan, and 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 your trip is spent with lines in the water.
It 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're welcome to bring your own drinks or add a cooler of beer or unlimited margaritas.
Deep sea fishing near Ocean Riviera Paradise: what's biting
This stretch of the Riviera Maya fishes well all year. Here's how our Fishing Info page rates the seasons:
- 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): 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 cleans and bags any keepers for you.
Which trip suits your stay?
Families with kids
Book 4 hours. Trolling along the reef keeps the rods bending, and kids can reel in kingfish, barracuda and bonito. Our Fish & Snorkel option adds a swim on the reef with snorkel gear included, which breaks up the morning nicely for younger kids. You're back at the resort by mid afternoon, in time for the water park.
Couples in El Beso or at Ocean Maya Royale
A relaxed 4 hour trip on the 32' Blackfin with a cooler of cold beer or unlimited margaritas makes an easy morning. The same plan works well for guests at H10's adults-only Ocean Maya Royale, a few kilometres up the road at Km 299. If one of you is keen to chase a sailfish or marlin, book 6 hours in spring.
Groups, reunions and serious anglers
Book 6 or 8 hours on the 45' Viking Express. It takes up to 15 guests, has the most shade and deck space, and gives you time to troll the deep water and still drop a line on the reef. With a group this size, adding the larger transport van keeps everyone together.
Ocean Riviera Paradise 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 |
For a family of four on the 32' Blackfin for 4 hours, that works out to $137.50 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 from the catch of the day. The 6 and 8 hour trips add ham and cheese sandwiches. You can add unlimited margaritas ($30 per person), a 12 pack of beer (from $20), wine and more 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 Ocean Riviera Paradise to Puerto Aventuras Marina
The resort is at Km 296 on Highway 307, north of Playa del Carmen. Head south past Playa del Carmen and turn in at Puerto Aventuras, about 27 km in all. Allow 35 to 45 minutes, a little more at rush hour.
- Our private transport: air-conditioned roundtrip vans can be added to your booking. The resort sits between our Playa del Carmen and Puerto Morelos pickup areas, where sample roundtrip prices are $160 and $200 for 1 to 6 guests, or $200 and $240 for up to 14. Ask for an exact Ocean Riviera Paradise quote when you book.
- Taxi: the hotel's taxi stand can take you to the Puerto Aventuras marina. Agree the fare before you leave.
- Rental car: it's a simple drive south on Highway 307, with free parking 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.
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 every option on the private fishing charters page.
Tips for your fishing day
- Book an early start. The sea is usually calmest in the morning, and you beat the midday heat and the highway traffic.
- Grab breakfast to go. Something light is best. You can also pre-order breakfast sandwiches for the boat.
- 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. Lots of action for the kids, a billfish photo or fish for dinner: they'll plan the day around it.
Staying somewhere else nearby or splitting your trip? See our guides to fishing in Playa del Carmen and Mayakoba fishing, or the full list of fishing charters near Riviera Maya resorts.
Your own fishing boat, a short drive from Ocean Riviera Paradise
Private charters from Puerto Aventuras with an English-speaking crew. All tackle, bait, licences, drinks and ceviche included.
Check AvailabilityFrequently asked questions
Is there deep sea fishing near Ocean Riviera Paradise?
Yes. Private fishing charters leave Puerto Aventuras Marina, about 35 to 45 minutes south of the resort on Highway 307. Blue water is about 15 minutes from the dock.
How much is a fishing trip from Ocean Riviera Paradise?
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 Ocean Riviera Paradise to the marina?
Add private roundtrip transport when you book, take a taxi from the hotel, or drive south on Highway 307 to Puerto Aventuras. It's about 27 km, or 35 to 45 minutes.
How long should my fishing trip be?
Because of the drive, 4 hours is the sweet spot for most families and couples. Book 6 hours if you're chasing sailfish and marlin in spring, or 8 hours for a full day offshore.
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 with gear included.
What fish can you catch near Playa del Carmen?
Barracuda, kingfish, tuna, wahoo and snapper bite most of the year. Bonito, amberjack and yellowtail snapper 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. Your fish is cleaned and bagged.