Cancun fly fishing isla blanca

Cancún, Quintana Roo
Tarpon Fishing in Cancún, Mexico

About Your Guide

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Orlando Medina

Certified Damn Good Guide
A Certified Damn Good Guide is someone who goes above and beyond to show you an incredible experience on your trip. Guides earn this badge through quality reviews, quick and responsive communication, and low cancellation rates.
Independent Guide 11 years of exp.
US Veteran Veteran
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Captain Orlando is the real deal! His trips are not for the faint of heart, but instead, for the fishermen, that's looking to get some fishing done! He has been fishing the local waters his whole life and knows a ton of secret spots that are simply untouched by other fishermen.

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Orlando Medina

Orlando Medina

Certified Damn Good Guide
Independent Guide 11 years of exp.
Captain Orlando is the real deal! His trips are not for the faint of heart, but instead, for the fishermen, that's looking to get some fishing done! He has been fishing the local waters his whole life and knows a ton of secret spots that are simply untouched by other fishermen.
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
una cherna o giant grouper de 75 kilos
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
un ceviche de langosta o de pescado
Whats your favorite band?
solo valadas en inglés de los 80 y 90
Whats your favorite movie?
el día después de mañana

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
una cherna o giant grouper de 75 kilos
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
un ceviche de langosta o de pescado
Whats your favorite band?
solo valadas en inglés de los 80 y 90
Whats your favorite movie?
el día después de mañana
Whats your favorite sports team?
como tal no tengo equipo favorito por que no me gusta ser espectador pero me gusta mucho la pesca deportiva y el buceo
Whats your drink of choice?
agua normal ya que no tomo alcohol
What do you want for Christmas this year?
pescar
How did you get started guiding?
pues desde niño me gusta la pesca y crecí en el ámbito de la pesca y como guía empecé haceb10 años con guías locales
What makes you different from other guides?
que soy apasionado doy lo mejor de mi y no voy contra el reloj siempre llego 1,2o 3 horas después del horario de llegada
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Fly Fishing Cancun

100% (2) 1 - 2 People 4 - 7 Hours From $350
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About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

If you're looking to get serious about fly fishing in Cancun, Captain Orlando is your man. On this 8-hour trip, Captain Orlando will motor between spots from Cancún's lagoons and canals out to remote flats 30mi down the coast if that's where the fish are! Cancun is known for its Juvenille Tarpon. These acrobatic fish pack a huge punch and are incredibly fun to catch on a fly rod. All the fishing is sight fishing,...

About Your Trip

If you're looking to get serious about fly fishing in Cancun, Captain Orlando is your man. On this 8-hour trip, Captain Orlando will motor between spots from Cancún's lagoons and canals out to remote flats 30mi down the coast if that's where the fish are! Cancun is known for its Juvenille Tarpon. These acrobatic fish pack a huge punch and are incredibly fun to catch on a fly rod. All the fishing is sight fishing, mainly with a fly, but Captain Orlando always keeps a spinning rod on deck as well. Captain Orlando will instruct you how to cast past the fish and strip the line past the front of its nose, presenting a tiny morsel the fish can't refuse!

While Captain Orlando is happy to accommodate anglers of all skill levels, we recommend getting some practice in with your cast in the days and weeks leading up to your trip so you can make the most out of your adventure. Sight-casting for these elusive fish requires a bit of accuracy, and anglers who are already comfortable casting will make the most out of this trip!

You’ll spend the day onboard Captain Orlando's maneuverable skiff boat that will have no problem navigating the shallow flats and inshore waters.

Captain Orlando takes care of everything for your fishing charter. He will provide all fly and light tackle rods and reels, a cooler with 6 liters of purified water, 4 soft drinks, and 4 sandwiches to keep you energized on the water. All you need to bring is a Cancun fishing license. We recommend also bringing a hat, sunscreen, and polarized sunglasses. After the trip Captain Alberto will even fillet any keepers – all you need to worry about is how to cook your delicious haul!
Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 1 days before the trip.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Kid Friendly

This trip is best for adults.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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About Your Boat

Boat photo for Fly Fishing Cancun
Boat Type
Skiff
Boat Manufacturer
Custom
Year Built
2017
Boat Length
23'

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Skiff
Boat Manufacturer
Custom
Year Built
2017
Boat Length
23'
Engine Manufacturer
Suzuki
Total Horsepower
60
Number of Engines
1
Additional Amenities
GPS, Fishfinder, Snorkeling Equipment, Live Bait Well, Multimedia System, Ice Box
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Recent Reviews of Cancun fly fishing isla blanca

5.0
based on 2 reviews

Matthew

Verified Review

I’ve always wanted to catch a tarpon on the fly. It’s been on my bucket list for years, so when we planned our trip to Cancun, I look for an opportunity after booking the trip I was obviously excited to get the chance to fill one of the things on my bucket list, however, when I didn’t plan on, was getting very sick, just a few hours before Orlando, my guide was picking me up....

Matthew

Verified Review

I’ve always wanted to catch a tarpon on the fly. It’s been on my bucket list for years, so when we planned our trip to Cancun, I look for an opportunity after booking the trip I was obviously excited to get the chance to fill one of the things on my bucket list, however, when I didn’t plan on, was getting very sick, just a few hours before Orlando, my guide was picking me up. As bad as I felt, I went and waited in the lobby for him to arrive. He had to go through a lot of trouble to get through security, but when I met him, he was all smiles. As we rode through the city to his boat I didn’t say a word, because I felt so ill, and after loading the boat and headed out under the water, it was only a matter of moments before he put me on fish, in my weakened state, I could barely throw the fly. However, he kept pointing out fish after fish, and after a few times resting, I finally filled that bucket list. Orlando was so patient with me and very generous. Not only was he an excellent guide he was a very, very good guy. I hope one day I can go back and fish with him again when I feel better Orlando worked very hard to get me on fish , and if I felt better, I’m sure I would’ve caught several more. We did catch more than that one but because I was so sick I laid in the bottom of the boat mostly. It wouldn’t have mattered if we didn’t catch fish I think I would’ve enjoyed spending the time on the water with Orlando. he genuinely wants you to catch fish. In my second state, he couldn’t tell how excited I was but I could sure tell how excited he was. Thanks again Orlando!! Tight lines!!!
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Simon

Verified Review

I highly recommend Orlando. The communication before the trip was great and he went the extra miles (literally) to pick me and drop me off at my hotel so I didn't have to mess around with early morning taxi or Uber. Fishing was tough but we got some baby tarpon on fly and when conditions weren't suitable for fly rod we switches to spinning rod and caught more. Also got to...

Simon

Verified Review

I highly recommend Orlando. The communication before the trip was great and he went the extra miles (literally) to pick me and drop me off at my hotel so I didn't have to mess around with early morning taxi or Uber. Fishing was tough but we got some baby tarpon on fly and when conditions weren't suitable for fly rod we switches to spinning rod and caught more. Also got to see some remote backwater and the resident crocodiles. Made you think twice before putting hand in water to retrieve a snagged fly!
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Potential Target Species

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Barracuda
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Good
Not Ideal
Good
Good
Snook
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Tarpon
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
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Great
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  • Get it while it's HOT!
  • This species is in play.
  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
  • Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Technique

Fly Fishing

Types of Fishing

Flats
Inshore

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