Everyday, aboard all different types of boats, everything from luxurious private yachts to small deep sea fishing vessels, numerous travelers fish off the beautiful coast of Cancun. If you are ever looking to experience the magnificent Caribbean Sea there is nothing that can compare to a day of sport or deep-sea fishing. 

Although Cancun is relatively young city, it is an ideal coastal fishing destination and has been popular with anglers for many years. Even before the Cancun sprang up as a travel hot, Mayan communities flourished due to the fish caught in the ocean and lakes. After the down fall of the Mayan people fishing towns supplied fish to many Mexican cities. After the second world war, veterans flocked to Cancun for the excellent sport fishing. Over the past decades the fishing and tourism industry has developed and Cancun is now a booming travel destination.

There are many operators that offer deep-sea fishing tours which generally last between 4 and 8 hours and include the services of a captain and sometimes a first mate. Many tours also include the gear, bait and refreshments. To give you an idea of the pricing a 4 hour tour for 4 people will cost about $300, while groups of 8 can expect to pay about $600. If fly-fishing is more of your thing there are also many operators that special in this type of fishing. Fly-fishing also offers anglers the chance to explore the beautiful coastline.

The clear blue waters of the Caribbean Sea are an attraction in themselves so are the almost 500 different species of fish that call the nutrient rich coral home. Much of the excitement for deep-sea fishermen lies in the fact that there are so many different fish in the water year round which guarantees that no 2 trips are the same. The height of the tourism season is from September to late February sees a rise in barracuda, mackerel and red snapper while the spring months will see an increase in kingfish, blue marlin and a few small species of sharks. Tuna and Mahi-Mahi are more prevalent during the summer months.
Cancun's popularity is largely due to its ideal location in the Caribbean Sea and promises an unforgettable vacation. Even if you are new to fishing or on a lower budget, there are numerous options on offer in Cancun that will help you enjoy the magnificent Caribbean waters.