Landing a marlin off Cancún is a bucket-list moment, and the Mexican Caribbean is one of the best places on earth to do it. Here’s when and where to chase blue and white marlin in the Riviera Maya.
When is marlin season?
Marlin and sailfish peak from March through August, when warm currents push billfish close to the drop-off. Blue marlin are strongest in the summer months of June, July and August, while white marlin and sailfish show earlier in spring.
Where we find them
Marlin hold in the deep blue water beyond the reef line off Cancún, Puerto Aventuras and Isla Mujeres. Reaching them means a full-day offshore charter — our captains run to the productive grounds and troll the temperature breaks where billfish feed.
Best boats for marlin
Choose a capable offshore boat with the range and comfort for a full day out, such as the yachts and cruisers on our fleet page or the 50 ft Hacienda Cancún for larger groups. We practice catch-photo-release to keep the fishery healthy.
Ready to fish? Send us your dates and group size and we’ll set up the perfect charter. Message us on WhatsApp or compare boats on the fleet page.
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