About Poverty Sucks Fishing
Poverty Sucks Fishing is a veteran-owned sportfishing charter with over 40 years of combined fishing experience in the waters off the Riviera Maya. Operating from Playa del Carmen, they run private charters that target the big game species — blue marlin, white marlin, sailfish, dorado, wahoo, and yellowfin tuna — that migrate through the channel between the Yucatan coast and Cozumel.
Their fleet includes well-maintained sportfishing boats rigged with tournament-grade tackle, outriggers, and electronics. Trips range from four-hour inshore sessions to full-day offshore expeditions chasing billfish and pelagics. They also offer combo trips that pair fishing with snorkeling stops on the reef, making it easy for mixed groups where not everyone wants to fish all day. All gear, bait, drinks, and snacks are included in the charter price.
What keeps Poverty Sucks consistently booked is their captain's deep knowledge of local fish behaviour and willingness to run further offshore when the bite moves. They communicate clearly before trips about realistic expectations, don't oversell, and deliver solid fishing days. Their repeat booking rate from returning visitors speaks louder than any marketing.
