Is fish cleaning included?
Most crews will fillet and bag your catch at the dock. Whether it is included or tipped for varies by boat, and no captain can store fish for you afterwards.
Cleaning and bagging at the dock is normal practice here and is often treated as part of what the crew does rather than a line item. Some operators list it explicitly; where it is not listed, assume it is a courtesy and tip accordingly.
Once your fish is bagged it is yours to deal with, and it will not keep long in this heat. Many restaurants in Puerto Vallarta will cook your catch for you if you bring it in the same day — ask the crew which places near the marina do it.
If you would rather donate the catch, tell the crew — it will not go to waste in this bay. And if you want to keep a particular fish whole for a photograph or for a restaurant, say so before the knife comes out.
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More about before your trip
- Where do I meet the captain?
- What is included in the price?
- Is fuel included in the price?
- What should I bring and what should I wear?
- What happens if the weather is bad?
- Can I bring children?
- Is there a toilet on board?
- Can I bring alcohol on board?
- How do I know what will be biting when I visit?
- How far offshore will we go?
- What if I get seasick?
- Can the captain pick me up from my hotel?
- Is there parking at the marina?
- What time does the trip leave, and what if I am late?
- Can I bring my dog?
- How do I contact my captain?
- What do I do if I cannot reach the captain?