YKnot Fishing Curacao APPROVED 45 

5.0/5 (15 reviews)
 Caracasbaaiweg, Willemstad, Curacao

YKnot Fishing Curacao APPROVED 45 

Willemstad, Curacao
45 ft
10
5.0/5 (15 reviews)

There's a fish with your name on it in Willemstad and YKnot Fishing Curacao APPROVED 45 will help you catch it!

Depending on conditions, you might hook into Great Barracuda, Dolphin (Mahi Mahi), King Mackerel (Kingfish), Wahoo, Skipjack Tuna, Yellowfin Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, Sailfish, Blue Marlin, White Marlin, and anything else that bites.

On these trips, it's common to troll using heavy tackle.

If you're traveling with the family, youwill be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Snacks are also a good idea to keep 'em happy!

Your vessel for the day is a 45' Sportfishing that holds up to 10 passengers. It has outriggers, all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There's a toilet on board for your convenience.

Capt. Derek will supply rods and reels for you, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

You'll have the help of a First Mate to put you on fish. It's customary to tip the Mate 10–20% to show your appreciation.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

You can't go wrong when you bring sunglasses, bottled water, and sunblock (non-spray). Drinks will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. Lunch is provided, just reach out to learn more, especially if you have any dietary needs.

Go ahead and treat yourself to a day on the water with YKnot Fishing Curacao APPROVED 45.

Note; we do NOT Offer Bottom Fishing

There's a fish with your name on it in Willemstad and YKnot Fishing Curacao APPROVED 45 will help you catch it!

Depending on conditions, you might hook into Great Barracuda, Dolphin (Mahi Mahi), King Mackerel (Kingfish), Wahoo, Skipjack Tuna, Yellowfin Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, Sailfish, Blue Marlin, White Marlin, and anything else that bites.

On these trips, it's common to troll using heavy tackle.

If you're traveling with the family, youwill be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Snacks are also a good idea to keep 'em happy!

Your vessel for the day is a 45' Sportfishing that holds up to 10 passengers. It has outriggers, all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There's a toilet on board for your convenience.

Capt. Derek will supply rods and reels for you, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

You'll have the help of a First Mate to put you on fish. It's customary to tip the Mate 10–20% to show your appreciation.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

You can't go wrong when you bring sunglasses, bottled water, and sunblock (non-spray). Drinks will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. Lunch is provided, just reach out to learn more, especially if you have any dietary needs.

Go ahead and treat yourself to a day on the water with YKnot Fishing Curacao APPROVED 45.

Note; we do NOT Offer Bottom Fishing

Derek Kleinveld
Charter Operator
Derek Kleinveld
24 years of experience
ID & credentials verified

Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Barracuda (Great)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Tuna (Skipjack)
Tuna (Yellowfin)
+2
US $899
Entire boat: up to 8 people
3/4 Day Trip
In high demand Last booked: 2 days ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Barracuda (Great)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (White)
+5
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 8 people
Fullday Charter
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Barracuda (Great)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (White)
+5
US $1,550
Entire boat: up to 8 people
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5.0
15 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Robin Willemsen
Robin Willemsen
nl
Netherlands
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great day Fishing
Half Day Trip (AM) on February 20, 20263 adults

We had an amazing day on this open sea fishing trip! Everything was very well organized from start to finish. There was plenty of food and drinks on board throughout the day, which made the experience even more comfortable. The fishing itself was fantastic. We caught two beautiful wahoo of around 17 kg each and two tuna of about 3 kg. It was a great experience and really exciting. The crew and the captain were super friendly, professional and very knowledgeable. They took the time to explain everything, helped where needed and made sure everyone had a great time. You can really tell they love what they do. Overall, a truly unforgettable day. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a fun and professional fishing experience!

Reported catch:
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Michael Bernardinetti
Michael Bernardinetti
Repeat angler
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Amazing Trip
3/4 Day Trip on May 12, 20262 adults

The captain and crew were phenomenal. Me and my wife went out and caught 2 small baracuda, 2 bigeye tuna, and a good sized Mahi. The crew was very attentive with the rods and making adjustments to the baits and rigs to find out what was working that day. While on the boat my wife got sea sick and they were gracious enough to bring her back into shore and continue fishing with me. All in all a great experience and would definetly recommend to othet anglers.

Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Remco Van Heffen
Remco Van Heffen
nl
Netherlands
Member since 2026
4.7
Verified
absolutely fantastic
3/4 Day Trip on April 8, 20265 adults

we went out and within two hours we caught a yellowfinn tuna + 2 skipjacks. A little later, the boats steering broke down so we had to return. Yknots offered us a reschedule on their orher boat a couple of days later and it was the best! We caught 3 mahi mahi and a 7 foot sailfish!! Crew Eck and Wesley were everybit as enthousiatic as we were, shouting & dancing & hi fiving all around. They took great care of us and were the best crew we could wish for! absolutely recommended!

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Sailfish
Skipjack Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Joshua Hagman
Joshua Hagman
us
Wisconsin, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Excellence
Fullday Charter on April 9, 20269 adults

Capt Derek was incredibly responsive to ALL my questions. We had a group of 9 and were looking to do a combination of activities. The crew was very professional and knowledgeable. We had great day of fishing, snorkeling and even going to a secluded beach were they prepared the Wahoo we caught. Thank you to you and your crew for making it a great day for all of us.

Reported catch:
Wahoo
Jeff Farrar
Jeff Farrar
Repeat angler
us
Connecticut, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
5.0
Verified
fishing excursion off a cruise
3/4 Day Trip on January 2, 20266 adults

capt areanged taxi from cruise ship to lovely harbor where all the fishing boats are. boat and geat nice and ready to go. mates attentive with baits and drinks and capt put us on fish catching 2 nice wahoo , a bunch of smaller tuna and a baracudda or two during our 4 hr trip. and had is promptly back to the dock for our toght return to the ship. drinks and sandwiches provided and the tuna sushi was a nice touch. would recommend. boys said it was yhe best trip of the entire cruise.

Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Blackfin Tuna

FAQs about YKnot Fishing Curacao APPROVED 45

YKnot Fishing Curacao APPROVED 45 offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $899 per group, additional US $75 per person after 8 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $85 per person after 8 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,550 per group, additional US $100 per person after 8 guests - Fullday Charter (8 hours)
When you book a trip with YKnot Fishing Curacao APPROVED 45, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
  • Radio
Trips booked with YKnot Fishing Curacao APPROVED 45 include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Real bait, small tuna caught we could use alive)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Part of Catch we filet for the clients to bring)
  • Drinks
  • First mate
  • Fishing license
  • Lunch (Sandwiches and fresh fruits)
YKnot Fishing Curacao APPROVED 45 offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
YKnot Fishing Curacao APPROVED 45 offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Heavy tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning (At the FADs off shore)
  • Jigging (At the FADs offshore)
  • Handline
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with YKnot Fishing Curacao APPROVED 45 include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Sailfish
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Tuna (Skipjack)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your operator

Derek Kleinveld
Derek Kleinveld
Derek Kleinveld

Willemstad, Curacao

ID & license verified
302 Customer reviews
Typical response within 2 hours
Member since October 2014

Derek Kleinveld heads a team of experienced captains at Smallfield Adventures. They all have a lifetime of fishing experience and have been running charters for as much as 20 years. Trips aboard the Party Hooker and APPROVED will always be run by skilled, seasoned captains who know these waters like the back of their hand.

ID & license verified
302 Customer reviews
Typical response within 2 hours
Member since October 2014

Derek Kleinveld heads a team of experienced captains at Smallfield Adventures. They all have a lifetime of fishing experience and have been running charters for as much as 20 years. Trips aboard the Party Hooker and APPROVED will always be run by skilled, seasoned captains who know these waters like the back of their hand.

The fish you can target

Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
White Marlin
White Marlin
Sailfish
Sailfish
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Skipjack Tuna
Skipjack Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
White Marlin
White Marlin

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
10 persons
Boat length
45 ft
Year built
1985
Restored in
2024
Boat manufacturer
Custom
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
CUMMINS MARINE
Powered by
2 x 600HP
Max cruising speed
26 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
At the FADs off shore
Jigging
At the FADs offshore
Handline
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Air conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Snorkeling equipment
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Outriggers
Ice box
Radio

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Real bait, small tuna caught we could use alive
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Part of Catch we filet for the clients to bring
Drinks
First mate
Fishing license
Lunch
Sandwiches and fresh fruits

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation

Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.

Child friendly
Crew keeps catch
Clients could also bring some to eat
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

 Cash

 Visa

 Mastercard

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Willemstad right now

Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (White)Marlin (White)
Tuna (Blackfin)Tuna (Blackfin)
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
WahooWahoo

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