Artificial Lure Fishing Charters 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

Get out there on the Torrecilla and San José Lagoons, two of the most exciting inland fisheries in San Juan, Puerto Rico! Your trip will be run by one of five captains—Armando, Randy, Karim, Carlos, or Pantoja—all business partners and experts in inshore and nearshore fishing with several decades of combined experience. This Puerto Rico charter fishing experience includes not only world-class Tarpon and Snook fishing, but also incomparable scenery and wildlife. The location of these beautiful lagoons guarantees the calm waters, which means no seasickness! For our hardcore fishing enthusiasts, the best part of Tarpon fishing in Puerto Rico is that it's a year-round activity! The waters around San Juan are known for having a large concentration of Tarpon, but they also produce big Snook, Jacks, Lady Fish, Barracuda, and Snapper. San Juan Tarpon love the rain and cloudy days. Usually, fishing here is best when its cloudy or pouring rain! So unless a hurricane is making landfall, you can expect to go out and chase these "Silver Kings" no matter the weather. You'll use Threadfin Herring, Anchovies and Sand Perch for bait—all of which these fish love to hit! For those customers that prefer artificial lures, he has an excellent set of lures as well. In addition, if you want to fly-fish, this trip is perfectly geared for it! Just let your captain know so that he can bring fly rods and flies. You'll be fishing from the deck of an 18' Permit skiff, powered by a 115-HP Evinrude E-Tec engine. She's kitted out with a Garmin fishfinder, live well, storage area, and a great casting deck for light tackle fishing or fly-fishing. Your captain will provide everything you need for an awesome trip, including rods, reels, live bait, and tackle. Just bring proper clothing, a hat, and a pair of polarized sunglasses and you'll be good to go! Read More

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

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

Looking for the best deep-sea fishing in San Juan? Captain Pedro and his team welcome you aboard their 48-foot Hatteras Sport Fisher, which is fully equipped for luxurious cruising and epic sport fishing in Puerto Rico. Within 25 minutes of departing dock at San Juan Bay, you'll find yourselves 1.5 to 5 miles offshore in waters 6,000 feet deep, better known as "Blue Marlin Alley"! Expect to use artificial teasers and naked rigged natural bait such as ballyhoo. You'll be catching these powerful pelagic predators on the troll, running a "spread" of different lines in order to attract bites from crushing Marlin. Once one of these fish hits your hook, you'll be in for a ride! Marlins are extremely strong and fast, and are known for big jumps and crazy, tail-walking action. In these rich waters, you'll also have the opportunity to fish for Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Sailfish, and delicious Yellowfin Tuna (depending on fishing season). Come and experience the quality of service that 35 years in the charter business has to offer! Read More

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