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Sierra Mackerel Fishing Charters

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Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Boat Cruise in Quepos

Full Day Inshore

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36 ft 1 - 8 People From $1,785
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Inshore, Deep Sea in Santa Catalina

SPEARFISHING PANAMA In The Pacific!

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30 ft 1 - 4 People From $900
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Inshore, Deep Sea Fishing in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle

LC Super Panga La Cruz Deep Sea

100% (5)
28 ft 1 - 4 People From $650
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in Quepos

Inshore Fishing Trip

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26 ft 1 - 4 People From $750
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Deep Sea Fishing in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle

LC Super Panga La Cruz

100% (5)
28 ft 1 - 4 People From $550
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Deep Sea Fishing in Playa Flamingo

Inshore/Offshore Fishing Trip

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47 ft 1 - 16 People From $1,500
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Everything to Know About Booking a sierra mackerel fishing charter

Why should I book a sierra mackerel fishing charter with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 34 sierra mackerel trips, and the most popular trips are Taboga Island Fishing & Family Fun guided by Rolando, 4/6/8 Hrs Inshore Private Charter guided by Amber, and Half Day Corral Del Risco guided by Zabdiel.

Our guides are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 5957 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly sierra mackerel guides / fishing lessons? Check out our beginner and family friendly sierra mackerel guides.

What types of sierra mackerel fishing charters are common?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for sierra mackerel as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and flats fishing.

The most common fishing techniques are trolling, bottom fishing, and jigging but live bait fishing and light tackle fishing are popular as well.

How much do sierra mackerel fishing charters cost?

Prices for sierra mackerel can range anywhere from about $650 to $5,000, but the average price for a half day trip for sierra mackerel is $1,358. The average price for a full day trip for sierra mackerel is $2,406.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for sierra mackerel fishing?

The most popular season for sierra mackerel fishing is spring, and most anglers book their trips 18 days in advance.

Do I need a fishing license for sierra mackerel and what are the bag limits for sierra mackerel?

See here for more information on sierra mackerel fishing licenses, sierra mackerel bag limits, and fishing season regulations for sierra mackerel. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right sierra mackerel rules and regulations.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Hector was 5 stars! ⭐️ great day on the water!

    Erica W. | April 2, 2025

    Trip: 4 Hours Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Experience has not disappointed us yet. This is the second trip of have used them on first in Cancun and now in Puerto Vallarta both times with kids. This trip was everything we could ask for. Started off with the kids catching a handful of bait fish then we found a mother Humpback Whale and her calf that put on one hell of a show from 40 yards away. Ended the day with 2 huge Jacks and a great Spanish maceral. Captian Scoobie and his crew were amazing and it was an easy, safe and family friendly trip. Highly recommend.

    Michael T. | March 25, 2025

    Trip: 4 -6 Hrs Fishing Nuevo Vallarta

  • ★★★★★
    Thank you! Fun trip they worked hard to find the fish... success!

    Shane H. | March 9, 2025

    Trip: Half Day Corral Del Risco

  • ★★★★★
    Ariel and Alexis were amazing captains. Ariel is completely bilingual and has so much experience fishing for 17 years in PV but also all over the world. He was super adaptive — he worked with us to do a lot of different types of fishing (we trolled, we jigged) and all in we caught almost 40 fish with just two of us!! He also gave us an opportunity to add on a trip to Yelapa where they cooked our fresh fish, and it was not only delicious but such a unique experience. Ariel was super communicative and flexible, too. Would highly highly recommend Ariel to anyone who wants to catch a lot of fish, learn about the area and have an amazing time out on the water.

    Elizabeth C. | February 5, 2024

    Trip: Bay Fishing Puerto Vallarta

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