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About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

About Your Trip

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 22' Pathfinder bay boat, powered by a 150-HP, four-stroke Yamaha engine. She's kitted out with a Garmin fishfinder, live well, storage area, and a great casting deck for light tackle 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!

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 2 days before the trip.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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About Your Guide

Armando M.

Outfitter 21 years of exp.

Expert Oriented

About Your Guide

Armando M.

Outfitter 21 years of exp.

After more than eleven years of offering fishing charters to the public, we know what it takes to achieve a successful, enjoyable, and fruitful fishing experience. We're also aware of how important our staff's qualifications are, especially our captains.

That's why this charter believes we have on our staff not only the best local captains in terms of expertise and customer service but, even more importantly, captains with a true passion for fishing. We're an island paradise, folks. The ocean is truly our business. We love our jobs!

Just wait and see! By the end of the trip, you'll feel like you've known us for years, just part of our family. We're great working with kids and enjoy the opportunity to help them catch "the big fish". This charter's captains are all full-time employees, and are completely bilingual and licensed by the United States Coast Guard.

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Carolina, Carolina, Puerto Rico

Areas Fished

Laguna La Torrecilla
Laguna San José

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Puerto Rico Tarpon Charter

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Pathfinder
Boat Length: 22'
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Pathfinder
Boat Length: 22'
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Total Horsepower: 150
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: Livewell, Storage Compartment

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 2 days before the trip.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

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Get it while it's HOT!
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You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
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Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Fly Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing

Everything Else to Know

Snacks and Drinks, Weather Appropriate Gear, Sun Protection, Camera. Puerto Rico Fishing License, Rods, Reels, Tackle, Bait, Ice, Water and Sodas included.

You're all set! You don't need to buy a license for this trip.

This trip is managed by an outfitter. Armando will be your point of contact and you will go out with one of their guides.

We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).

Cancel for free up to 2 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 2 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.

In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

Reviews

5.0

based on 3 reviews

Ian

Verified Review

June 15

Captain Carlos did a great job and moved several times to try finding us some fish. Unfortunately, it was a hot day and we didn’t have any luck, but we’ll definitely be booking through Captain again!

Ian

Verified Review

June 15

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Trip: Puerto Rico Tarpon Adventure

Scott

Verified Review

June 26

While the fish bites were sporadic at best, we landed 2 fish with 4 total bites. We had a good time!!!

Scott

Verified Review

June 26

While the fish bites were sporadic at best, we landed 2 fish with 4 total bites. We had a good time!!!

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Trip: Puerto Rico Tarpon Adventure

Tom

Verified Review

June 10

Fantastic trip with Captain Carlos. He worked hard to make everything pleasant and exciting.
Definitely recommend!!

Tom

Verified Review

June 10

Fantastic trip with Captain Carlos. He worked hard to make everything pleasant and exciting.
Definitely recommend!!

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Trip: Puerto Rico Tarpon Adventure

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Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, bait, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

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