FISHING

Mexico's 10,000 km long coastline offers those passionate about fishing, the ideal opportunity to enjoy this sport thoroughly while they vacation in the country. The waters here are home to some of the world's most popular species of prize fish. Some of them are the Wahoo, trophy sailfish and giant tuna. You will also come across three marlin species that are well-known as sports fish - the blue marlin, black marlin and striped marlin. Sports fishing here is an exciting and challenging experience. Here are some aspects that can enhance this experience when you vacation at Mexico:

Rent a charter boat and set sail
One way to enhance your fishing experience in Mexico is by renting a charter boat and setting sail. The best aspect about this in Mexico is that you can choose from a number of operators who offer these services locally. Typically the fishing here start in the morning and continues through to the afternoon or evening.

Go fishing without a boat
Two options that the waters in Mexico offer tourists who want to fish sans a boat are: fly fishing and surf fishing. Both options allow you to stand on the beach, cast your line and catch some fish. This activity, like offshore fishing, is most rewarding when done in the morning.

Fish at a site that has set fishing records
Riviera Nayarit, Mexico, is known the world over for the two fishing records that were set here. The first was for a 155 pound Wahoo and the other was for a 710 pound marlin. Another reason fishing in Mexico has gained popularity the world over is because for three consecutive years, the country has hosted an annual fishing event - the International Marlin and Tuna Fishing Tournament. Owing to this tournament, Riviera Nayarit is considered one of the world's premier sites for fishing.

Go fishing at top fishing locations
A few other top locations for fishing in Mexico are Los Cabos in Baja, Puerto Vallarta and Costalegre. On the coastline of Costalegre, you will come across some of the best fishing sites surrounding the villages of Isla Navidad and Barra de Navidad. Here, you will find Dorado, giant tuna and roosterfish in addition to the black and blue marlin. The waters surrounding Puerto Vallarta's coast are rich in diverse fish species. The location is well-known for the deep sea fishing expeditions that begin from here. Baja's Los Cabos is the biggest and most popular location for sports fishing in Mexico. Here, you will be able to catch Los Cabos' most widely caught fish species - the sailfish and marlin. Approximately, over 50,000 of them are caught each year at this Mexican tourist spot.