The Yucatán Channel is one of the most productive sport fishing corridors in the Atlantic: blue marlin, sailfish, yellowfin tuna, wahoo and mahi-mahi cross these deep waters riding the currents around Isla Mujeres — host, not by accident, to international fishing tournaments.
Six hours aboard a private 32-foot charter rigged for big game: premium rods and reels, lures and bait, a fighting chair, and a captain and mate who have spent their lives fighting sailfish bills in these waters.
The charter is private for 1-5 people with a cooler and drinks on board. Billfish are catch & release for conservation; the rest of the edible catch is yours. Fair warning: when the reel screams in the channel, no adrenaline compares.
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Itinerary
- Early dock meet-up and run out to the Yucatán Channel
- Deep-water trolling following currents and birds
- Guided fights from the fighting chair
- Position rotation so everyone fights their fish
What's included
- 32ft boat
- Premium equipment
- Bait and lures
- Captain and mate
- Cooler and drinks
- Catch & release available
- Fishing license
- Dock and park fees included
What to bring
- Swimsuit
- Towel
- Hat and polarized sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Dramamine if you get seasick (1 h before)
- Extra snacks if you like
- Cash for crew tips
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Meeting point
Isla Mujeres dock (exact location and time shared when your booking is confirmed)
Online you only pay Casa Aureum's booking deposit; the rest goes directly to the operator on the day of your tour. And if your plans change, we're happy to help.
- 7 days or moreWe refund your depositminus the payment gateway fee, or you move your date for free
- 7 days to 72 hoursWe refund halfof your deposit, minus the gateway fee, or you move your date once
- Under 72 hoursNo refund at that pointbut message us and we'll look at your options together
- If the weather keeps us in port, no worries: we reschedule your date for free, or refund your deposit minus the gateway fee.
- About the gateway fee: PayPal charges around 5 to 6% of the deposit to process the payment (roughly $50 to $60 per $1,000). It goes to PayPal, not to Casa Aureum, which is why it can't be returned.
- To cancel or change your date, just message us on WhatsApp or email with your booking code. We're here to help.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season?
There's always fishing, but each species peaks: sailfish December to July (best February to June), blue and white marlin March to July, tuna and mahi-mahi nearly year-round.
Do I need big-game experience?
No. The captain and mate rig the lines, spot the strike and coach you through the whole fight. Your job is to hold on and enjoy.
Why are marlin released?
Billfish (marlin, sailfish) are catch & release for conservation — photographed boat-side and set free. Tuna, wahoo and mahi-mahi are yours for the table.