What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Playa Del Carmen, Quintana Roo for the first time?

Capt Alfonso and his crew were excellent, but we ended up trolling back and forth a half mile offshore, caught nothing and had no options. They did not provide any bottom fishing tackle or lighter rods to allow us to fish the bottom after the trolling didn’t work. Needless to say we were disappointed, and will move sure to request a bottom fishing trip next time.

Go out early in the morning, when the water is calm and still. We didn't--our trip was after lunch, and the wind was up and the seas were rough. We had to troll, and did not get one bit or fish on the line, which is very disappointing. Our trip probably should have been cancelled by the captain, but so it goes. If you are a party of more than three people, make sure you opt for a larger boat, or you will feel cramped. Make sure you rent a boat with some shade/a cover, and wear your sunshirt. Also, please make sure your captain has a credit card reader, or you may be expected to pay in all cash--which could be US Dollars, instead of MEX pesos.

I would definanlty tru out the gardi crew, do not go through the resorts. Book your own trip on fishing Booker. Weve done the resort booking in the past and never even got a bite and it seemed like the crews never tried.

Find a charter with a large enough boat to deal with rough seas. Do not go on a small vessel. The water can be rough and it makes for a bad experience if you don't have a vessel that can handle the waves.

I would suggest waiting til May or early June when the fishing is a little better. It was tough fishing but the crew will take care of you and try to give you the best experience. I wouldn't take real young kinds as even on the calmest days you are going out on the ocean it gets rocking out there. If you are a fisherman who loves being on the water you are going to love it no matter when you go.

The seas were calm and beautiful but we did not Fairchild any bigger fish like Mahi mahi. The kids has a great time and caught 9 trigger fish!

Great weather for fishing. But not high season. With the right crew you can still get a good catch!

We were told that if you're looking to catch the bigger fish, May through August is the ideal time to go.

I am not sure if all of the trips are the same, but we wanted to fish, not just be along for the ride and to reel. I would recommend a shorter vs. longer trip.

you will get wet boarding the boat as boats are not on docks. bring snacks and drinks of your choice and enjoy the experience. I

The port you sail from has a sea weed problem but look and smell past that. It’s well worth it.

Eat a hardy Breakfast, these fish are big and fast. Snorkel with the turtles for lunch.

The waters may be tougher than you’re used to so come prepared with anti-nausea if you think you may be sea sick

I would recommend fishing here in the summer if possible, but we were still able to catch fish with our great guides in March.

The earlier in the day the better. Fishing is better and you miss the mid day heat. The sun off the water is very hot!!

Hard for me to say. Fishing was slow when went but crewed working the whole time trying to get fish.

Our crew said that May is the ideal month to fish although you can catch interesting fish year round. We were on the tail end of the best fishing season when we went in late June.

Book an early trip, it is fishing, so enjoy your day, and resoect your crew, doing all the can to put you on fish and deliver a great day.

Be patient…fishing isn’t best in the fall, but still plenty of fish to be caught if you’re patient.

Sit back and enjoy. Also don't be discouraged if you don't catch anything, there will be better days. After all, it's called fishing not catching.

Fish for whatever is biting and go with a captain, like Captain Jorge, who has been fishing there foot a long time and will put you on the fish.

We were able to catch fish at depth from 350-700. It was mostly red snapper and queen snapper. We were able to catch 12 fish within about 3 hours.

no matter what the time of year if the weather is good then fish.......all the boats had a poor day.....but that fishing

If you want to catch the big fish come in May, Jun and July. There is always fish to catch all year long!

We didn't fish Playa del Carmen it was Puerto Adventuras. Ask your hotel to arrange it then hopefully health and safety will be observed.

Patience, the weather and the sea conditions were indifferent this time of the year but there are some fantastic fish to catch, other holidays makers who we chatted to caught some huge fish.

Go after what your captain recommends they live here and know what to Target at any given time of year.take all the precautions you can to prevent sea sickness it can be rough out there.

Be patient, no matter how good the fisherman is, sometimes the big ones don't bite!

Wait until May, June or July. Fishing is slow in March unless you are ok with reef fishing.

Makensure you dont drink the night before. Rolling waves and a hangover dont match well.