Born and raised in Puerto Rico, Captain Santiago brings over 15 years of professional experience to the water. After years of freelancing with top charter operations, he’s built a strong reputation for putting anglers on serious fish—and winning tournaments while he’s at it.
Captain Santiago is a U.S. Coast Guard–licensed captain, certified in First Aid and CPR, and one of the most accomplished tarpon guides in the region. His tournament record speaks for itself: four Nico Guzman Cups at the CYC Tarpon Tournaments, a 12-Hour Shootout title, and multiple wins on the PRLTA inshore circuit.
Specializing in tarpon, snook, and jack crevalle, Captain Santiago offers trips that cater to both spinning and fly anglers. Whether you're sight casting with light tackle or delivering the perfect loop with a fly rod, he brings the local knowledge, technical skill, and sharp instincts needed to make it happen.
If you're looking for your shot at a trophy catch in Puerto Rico’s world-class inshore waters, Captain Santiago is your guy. With a calm, focused approach and a competitive edge, he’s all about making your...
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Santiago Javier Aldrey
Independent Guide23 years of exp.
Born and raised in Puerto Rico, Captain Santiago brings over 15 years of professional experience to the water. After years of freelancing with top charter operations, he’s built a strong reputation for putting anglers on serious fish—and winning tournaments while he’s at it.
Captain Santiago is a U.S. Coast Guard–licensed captain, certified in First Aid and CPR, and one of the most accomplished tarpon guides in the region. His tournament record speaks for itself: four Nico Guzman Cups at the CYC Tarpon Tournaments, a 12-Hour Shootout title, and multiple wins on the PRLTA inshore circuit.
Specializing in tarpon, snook, and jack crevalle, Captain Santiago offers trips that cater to both spinning and fly anglers. Whether you're sight casting with light tackle or delivering the perfect loop with a fly rod, he brings the local knowledge, technical skill, and sharp instincts needed to make it happen.
If you're looking for your shot at a trophy catch in Puerto Rico’s world-class inshore waters, Captain Santiago is your guy. With a calm, focused approach and a competitive edge, he’s all about making your time on the water both exciting and rewarding.
Great day on the water. Captain Javier is very knowledgeable and capable. He's intimatelyfamiliar with the San Jose inshore areas. Next time we'rein PR we plan on going off shore with him.
Daniel
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Great day on the water. Captain Javier is very knowledgeable and capable. He's intimatelyfamiliar with the San Jose inshore areas. Next time we'rein PR we plan on going off shore with him.
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Luis
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Santiago is the best fishing guide out there !! When I come back to PR I’m coming back straight to him.
Luis
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Santiago is the best fishing guide out there !! When I come back to PR I’m coming back straight to him.
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Patrick
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Captain Javier was great. Unfortunately the fish were not. Capt. Javier did he best to get us on some Tarpon. They just we not in the mood to bite.
Patrick
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Captain Javier was great. Unfortunately the fish were not. Capt. Javier did he best to get us on some Tarpon. They just we not in the mood to bite.
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Jared
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Most thrilling moments of my fishing career. Thank you Captain Javier :)
Jared
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Most thrilling moments of my fishing career. Thank you Captain Javier :)
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Cury
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Our guide, Javier, did a great job. The bite was slow but we got on some fish
Cury
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Our guide, Javier, did a great job. The bite was slow but we got on some fish
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Jesse
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Santiago made the trip fun despite the tarpon being hard to catch. He was on time and interesting to talk with. Seeing manatees and jumping sting rays made the trip. Great guide, would book again!
Jesse
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Santiago made the trip fun despite the tarpon being hard to catch. He was on time and interesting to talk with. Seeing manatees and jumping sting rays made the trip. Great guide, would book again!
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