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Puerto Rico Sportfishing Charters in Dorado, Dorado

Managed by Luis Lagrandier

Deep Sea Flats Inshore Lake Nearshore

About Your Guide

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Captain Luis was born and raised in Dorado, Puerto Rico, and the North Coast has been his playground since he was a young boy. With 21 years of professional charter experience, and more than 30 years of fishing experience in total, he's a true expert whose passion is obvious.

As a kid, Luis fished every weekend with his friends and entered many fishing tournaments around the island, mastering different light tackle techniques. He then worked his way up as a mate on offshore sport fishing charter boats. In the late '90s, he got his U.S.C.G. Captain's License and started working as a captain on private sport fishing yachts as well as inshore fishing charters. Working on private sport fishing yachts gave him the opportunity to fish all around Puerto Rico and the Caribbean.

Captain Luis is now a 100-ton Master Captain and a member of the Puerto Rico Light Tackle Anglers Club, IGFA, and Puerto Rico Sportfishing Association. He loves to show all levels of angler what the "Isla de Encanta" has to offer!

Puerto Rico Sportfishing Charters Trips

Fishing in Vega Baja
Fishing in Vega Baja
Fishing in Vega Baja
trip description for Puerto Rico Peacock Bass Slam in Vega Baja

If you thought that America's best Peacock Bass fishing ended in Florida, think again! Puerto Rico has many lakes chock full of these big, aggressive fish, which are just waiting to hammer your lure or bait. Let Captain Luis be your guide to the best freshwater fishing that the "Isla de Encanta" has to offer on this awesome trip. Contrary to their name, Peacock Bass aren't "true" bass at all, but are actually a type of cichlid native to the Amazon and Orinoco river basins in South America. However, they've been introduced to many warm freshwater environments in the Southeast U.S. and the Caribbean, giving you a great opportunity to feel the fight on these champion gamefish. In addition, Puerto Rico's many lakes are also home to prizewinning Largemouth Bass, which compete with Peacocks for territory and prey. Captain Luis has years experiences chasing both of these fish, and knows exactly how to put you on 'em, whether you're an advanced angler or still pretty green. You'll be fishing with classic Bass techniques, such as jigging and topwater retrieval. Bring your A-game on this trip, because when a big Peacock hits your line, you better be ready for a fight! You'll be casting from the deck of Captain Luis shallow-draft Mako, a perfect vessel for chasing freshwater gamefish in shallow water! She sports an Evinrude outboard so you can get to the hot spots quickly, plus a fishfinder to help you locate your targets. Captain Luis will bring everything you need for a great trip, including rods, reels, bait, and tackle. All you need to bring is proper clothing, sun screen, a cooler with your snacks and drinks, and a smile! Read More

Lake Fishing Trip in Vega Baja

Puerto Rico Peacock Bass Slam

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17 ft 1 - 4 People From $413
Fishing in Carolina
Fishing in Carolina
Fishing in Carolina
trip description for Puerto Rico Tarpon Special in Carolina

If you thought that America's best Tarpon fishing started and ended in Florida, think again! Puerto Rico is home to some absolutely legendary Tarpon, and Captain Luis is a true expert when it comes to finding, fighting, and landing these legendary gamefish. Tarpon are one of the most sought-after inshore gamefish for good reason. The "Silver King" are tough to hook, but once they're on, they'll really test your stamina, strength, and skill with hard runs, huge jumps, and crazy tail-walking as they try get off the line. You'll chase these fish using a variety of baits and lures, depending on the season and conditions. Captain Luis knows what to throw out there, and he's also happy to give you some tips and tricks to land these beautiful fish. In addition, there are always great opportunities to catch Snook, which are extremely fun to catch and share the same habitats are Tarpon. On the day of the trip, you'll set out aboard Captain Luis' 17' Mako center console. It's a perfect boat for this area, with a 90 HP Evinrude engine to get your out there, plus GPS, fishfinder, and live well for your bait. Captain Luis will provide everything you need, including top-of-the-line rods, reels, bait, and tackle, so that all you have to do is cast out, hook up, and then hold on for the fight of your life! To maximize your time on the water, make sure to bring proper clothing, a hat, sunscreen, and a camera! Any trip with Captain Luis is sure to be picture-worthy, and Tarpon are a particularly photogenic fish. Read More

Inshore Fishing Charter in Carolina

Puerto Rico Tarpon Special

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17 ft 1 - 4 People From $468
Fishing in Dorado
Fishing in Dorado
Fishing in Dorado
trip description for Offshore Puerto Rico in Dorado

Fishing the Caribbean off the coast of Dorado, Puerto Rico is an amazing way to spend a day. The views are incredible, the fishing is great, and the overall experience is one that you'll never forget. With this highly experienced captain and crew, you can be assured that you'll have a safe, productive, and memorable day on the water. On this trip, you'll target classic pelagic predatos including Mahi Mahi, Sailfish, Wahoo, and Yellowfin Tuna! Every single one of these fish is a hard fighter that'll test your strength, skill, and stamind—plus, they make great table fare! Captain Luis and his crew will primarily be trolling for these lightning-fast sportfish, so watch those rods for when the bites start coming! No matter your experience level, this trip will be a blast for everyone. You'll be fishing from the deck of Captain Luis' beautiful 28' Albemarle Express sportfisher—a perfect vessel for this big-time offshore trip. She's equipped with top-of-the-line fishing gear, including Lee outriggers and rocket launcher, Garmin and Simrad electronics, and Shimano reels for reliable fish-fighting. In addition, she features a spacious cabin area and a full head for a comfortable trip. Captain Luis will provide everything you need for a great day; all you need to remember is proper clothing, sunscreen, and a cooler with ice for your snacks and drinks! Read More

Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Dorado

Offshore Puerto Rico

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28 ft 1 - 6 People From $825
Fishing in La Parguera
Fishing in La Parguera
Fishing in La Parguera
trip description for West Coast Reef Fishing in La Parguera

Fish aboard our 20 ft Shamrock. Join us for the ultimate reef jigging adventure. Fish for grouper, snapper, jacks, mackerel and other reef species on light spinning tackle. Read More

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in La Parguera

West Coast Reef Fishing

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20 ft 1 - 4 People From $413
Fishing in La Parguera
Fishing in La Parguera
Fishing in La Parguera
trip description for West Coast flats fishing in La Parguera

Fish aboard our 16 ft Hewes Bonefisher "REVENGE". Fish for permit, jacks, barracuda and snappers, just to name a few. Fly Fishing tackle or spinning tackle available for you to choose. Read More

Flats, Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in La Parguera

West Coast Flats Fishing

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16 ft 1 - 2 People From $413

Recent Reviews of Puerto Rico Sportfishing Charters

Jeremy

Verified Review Fishing

Absolutely amazing. Capt. Luis was professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. He got us on the fish right from the start and they kept coming. Well worth every penny. Thanks Capt. Luis. Five stars!

Species

Barracuda, Cero Mackerel, Horse-eye Jack, Jack Crevalle, Kingfish, Mahi Mahi, Mutton Snapper, Peacock Bass, Permit, Sailfish, Snook, Strawberry Grouper, Tarpon, Wahoo, Yellowfin Tuna, Yellowtail Snapper

Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing, Cut Bait Fishing, Fly Fishing, Jigging, Light Tackle Fishing, Live Bait Fishing, Sight Casting, Topwater Fishing, Trolling

Types of Fishing

Deep Sea, Flats, Inshore, Lake, Nearshore

Start Location

Laguna Tortuguero Vega Baja, Puerto Rico 687, Vega Baja, Puerto Rico | Bodies of water fished: Laguna La Torrecilla, Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea

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