12hrs El Banco Fishing Charter –

Looking for the best Fishing El Banco experience in Puerto Vallarta? This 12-hour offshore expedition is designed for anglers who want to fish one of the most productive and legendary fishing grounds in the Mexican Pacific.

El Banco is located approximately 50 miles offshore from Puerto Vallarta and is widely regarded as one of the premier destinations for trophy fish in Mexico. Known for its underwater seamount, reef structure, and deep-water canyon, El Banco attracts some of the largest pelagic species found anywhere in the region.

Our trip departs at 5:00 AM, allowing us to reach the fishing grounds after an approximately 2.5-hour journey across Banderas Bay. Once we arrive, you’ll spend the day targeting some of the ocean’s most powerful game fish in waters that have earned El Banco its reputation among professional captains and tournament anglers.

Departure Locations

For your convenience, we offer boarding at three different locations across Banderas Bay:

📍 Los Peines Pier (Marina Vallarta) – Convenient for visitors staying in Marina Vallarta, Hotel Zone, and the Puerto Vallarta International Airport area.

📍 Paradise Village Public Pier (Nuevo Vallarta) – Perfect for guests staying in Nuevo Vallarta, Bucerías, Flamingos, RIU Vallarta, Palace or Jalisco

Departure Time: 5:00 AM

Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure to ensure a smooth check-in and boarding process.

Why Fish El Banco?

El Banco is famous for its unique underwater topography, where depths of 70 to 120 feet suddenly drop into a massive offshore canyon. These conditions create nutrient-rich waters that attract baitfish and some of the largest predators in the Pacific Ocean.

For experienced anglers, Fishing El Banco Puerto Vallarta offers some of the best opportunities to hook true trophy fish.

Target Species

✓ Cow Yellowfin Tuna
✓ Blue Marlin
✓ Black Marlin
✓ Striped Marlin
✓ Sailfish
✓ Bull Mahi-Mahi (Dorado)

During peak seasons, El Banco is particularly renowned for producing giant Yellowfin Tuna weighing well over 100 pounds and occasional cow tuna that attract anglers from around the world.

What’s Included

✔ Professional local captain and fishing guide
✔ Fishing licenses
✔ Premium fishing equipment and tackle
✔ Live bait
✔ Water and soft drinks
✔ Beer and ice

✔ We clean fillet and package in ziplock bags the fish you want to keep.

Trip Details

Duration: 12 Hours

Departure Time: 5:00 AM

Group Size:
1–4 Anglers

The Ultimate El Banco Fishing Experience

This trip is recommended for serious fishermen seeking maximum offshore action and the opportunity to battle some of the largest game fish found in Mexican waters. If you’re searching for an authentic El Banco Fishing Charter, this is the trip that puts you in the heart of Puerto Vallarta’s most famous offshore fishery.

Book your El Banco Fishing Charter today and discover why El Banco remains the ultimate destination for trophy tuna, marlin, sailfish, and big-game fishing in Puerto Vallarta.