Placencia Fishing Charters – Capt. Edlin 

4.7/5 (71 reviews)
 West Bay, Crimson Ph II, Placencia Village, Placencia, Belize

Placencia Fishing Charters – Capt. Edlin 

4.7/5 (71 reviews)
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West Bay, Crimson Ph II, Placencia Village
Placencia, Belize

Placencia Fishing Charters offers every type of fishing that Belize has to offer. Whether it's fly fishing in the flats, bottom fishing the reefs, or heading offshore for some big game fishing – this place has it all. Captain Edlin Leslie is a 4th generation local fisherman and is proud to carry on his family legacy. With saltwater in his veins, his profession doubles up as his passion, and combines to give each trip a warm, personal touch.

For such diverse waters, you'll need a versatile boat. Fortunately, the 25' Fiberglass angler boat does just the job. Powered by a 115 HP Yamaha four stroke engine, you'll smoothly drift along the waters wherever you are. A light boat, she'll navigate the shallow waters with ease, while she has plenty about her to stay steady offshore. Fitted with a 12' canopy to protect you from the sun, she also features all the latest safety and navigational equipment.

You'll find the latest Penn, Sedona, Daiwa, and Orvis fishing gear on board, and you'll catch live bait as part of the journey for a full fishing experience. On the flats, ideal for fly fishing, you'll go after every angler's favorite, Tarpon, as well as Permit and Bonefish. Head to the reefs, and you'll get the chance to go snorkeling among the beautiful fish. Go after delicious Snappers, Groupers, and exciting Barracudas, Amberjacks, and more. And, just 21-22 miles offshore, you can find majestic Marlin and tasty Mahi Mahi – the list goes on and on.

At the end of your trip, the captain or his first mate will clean and prepare your catch for you to bring back home or to take to a beachside restaurant. On full-day trips, of fishing and snorkeling combination you'll be treated to a hearty meal of the day's catch on the grill, BBQ-chicken, baked beans, roasted vegetables, Scalloped potatoes, and fresh tropical fruit. Drinks and snacks are provided only on full-day trips. Experience Belizean hospitality at its finest and get your fish on with Placencia Fishing Charters!

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Rating

4.7
71 reviews
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58
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10
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4.6
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (87)

Great fishing day !
Amazing Trip!
Amazing Trip!
Amazing Trip!
Amazing Trip!
Amazing Trip!
+81

What anglers say

93%
Great experience
95%
Family friendly
98%
Friendly captain
98%
Good boat
96%
Recommended
95%
Caught fish

All reviews (71)

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Mike Snook
Mike Snook
5.0
Verified
Amazing Trip!
Full Day Trip – Inner/Outer Reef on December 21, 20254 adults1 child
Capt Edlin and crew were amazing! We headed out to the reef in the morning for some Wahoo and Grouper…unfortunately conditions werent ideal but we got to ride the high seas and it was awesome. We came back over the reef and hit a TON of Barracuda and the entire family caught at least one (12 total) and it was a blast! Weather was perfect and we got to see a lot of the great outer islands along the way. Would definitely recommend!!! Thanks for the unforgettable ride!
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Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
Yellowtail Snapper
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Robin O’Callaghan
Robin O’Callaghan
5.0
Verified
Perfect day!
Full Day Trip – Inner/Outer Reef on January 31, 20266 adults
We had a wonderful day out on the water with the captain and crew. This was the highlight of our trip and it did not disappoint! The team helped us find where the fish were and we reeled in enough for a wonderful dinner in town (Harbor View fish prep was amazing - highly recommend!) and have a full cooler to make ceviche and bring some frozen fish home with us. I would recommend this charter to anyone interested in catching fish!
Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
Amberjack
Yellowtail Snapper
Response from Captain
February 5, 2026
Thank you so much for an amazing review! We're thrilled to hear your day on the water was the highlight of your trip- that's exactly what we love to hear. 🎣 Our captain and crew truly enjoy helping guests find the fish and make the most of their time out on the water, and its great to know you ended the day with a full cooler and an unforgettable dinner.Harbor View Fish Prep is a fantastic choice- we're glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for recommending us, and we hope to welcome you back to Placencia for another great adventure in the future.
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Robert Lavallee
Robert Lavallee
4.7
Verified
Full day reef
Full Day Trip – Inner Reef on January 20, 20262 adults
We were a group of four, 3 men 1 women all day reef fishing We arrived by 8 Boat was ready to go and We headed out it was sunny and calm . First stop we made for live bait they filled the livewell.We first troll live bait hooked up instantly after everyone had caught fish A buddy called bottom fish we're biting After a couple of hours of none stop catching we went back on the troll and caught more Overall we got 40 plus fish of 10 different species Capt Edlin was fun and personal and knows how to put you on the Fish
Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
Mutton Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
Skipjack
+2
Response from Captain
February 5, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share such detailed review! We're happy to hear everything ran smoothly from the moment you arrived and that the conditions were perfect for a great day on the reef. 🪸🎣 It sounds like the bite was on fire- from live bait trolling to nonstop bottom fishing and such an impressive variety of species. Catching 40+ fish is an unforgettable day by anyone's standard! Captian Edlin will be especially glad to hear your kind words. He takes pride in making every trip fun, personal, and successful.Thank you for choosing Placencia Fishing Charters and we hope to fish with you again on your next visit.
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Charles Stearns
Charles Stearns
5.0
Verified
New
Great trip!
Half Day Trip – Inner Reef (AM) on March 4, 20266 adults
Experienced, knowledgable, kind and patient family run business. We had a wonderful time with Eldin and his crew. We caught more than we could eat and enjoyed every minute.
Response from Captain
March 21, 2026
Thank you so much, Charles!🙌 We truly appreciate your kind words and are so happy you had such a wonderful time with Edlin and the crew. It means a lot to us that you felt the care behind what we do -- being a family run business, we always aim. to give every guest an experience to remember. 🎣 🌊 Catching more than you can eat is always a great bonus! We hope to welcome you back again soon for another amazing day on the water with Placencia Fishing Charters.
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Melissa Bourque
Melissa Bourque
5.0
Verified
Great fishing day !
Half Day Trip – Inner Reef (AM) on January 30, 20262 adults
Doug and Drake were great! We were striking out but they're diligence got us 10 barracuda and two snapper. Very nice for a half day! Also very happy to support a local family business. I would definitely do it again.
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Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
Yellowtail Snapper
Response from Captain
February 5, 2026
Thank you so much for the great review!🙏 Doug and Dre will be happy to hear this-persistence always pays off out there, and 10 Barracuda plus two snapper is a solid half-day on the water! 🎣 We truly appreciate your support of our local family business, and we're glad we could turn the day around for you. We'd love to have you back again anytime!
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Trip availability and prices

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Hook&Cook!
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 Hour Trip
starts at 8:00 AM
US $440
Entire boat: 2 people
Half Day Trip – Inner Reef (AM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 8:00 AM
US $545
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Trip – Inner Reef (PM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 1:00 PM
US $545
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Full Day Trip – Fly Fishing
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 Hour Trip
starts at 7:30 AM
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US $645
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day Trip – Inner Reef
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 Hour Trip
starts at 8:00 AM
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US $645
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Full Day Trip – Inner/Outer Reef
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 Hour Trip
starts at 8:00 AM
US $1,590
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Deep Sea/Reef Fishing - 25ft Boat
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 Hour Trip
starts at 8:00 AM
US $1,795
Entire boat: up to 4 people

Rating

4.7
71 reviews
5
58
4
10
3
2
2
1
1
0
4.6
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (87)

Great fishing day !
Amazing Trip!
Amazing Trip!
Amazing Trip!
Amazing Trip!
Amazing Trip!
+81

What anglers say

93%
Great experience
95%
Family friendly
98%
Friendly captain
98%
Good boat
96%
Recommended
95%
Caught fish

All reviews (71)

Filter
Showing 15 of 71 reviews
Mike Snook
Mike Snook
5.0
Verified
Amazing Trip!
Full Day Trip – Inner/Outer Reef on December 21, 20254 adults1 child
Capt Edlin and crew were amazing! We headed out to the reef in the morning for some Wahoo and Grouper…unfortunately conditions werent ideal but we got to ride the high seas and it was awesome. We came back over the reef and hit a TON of Barracuda and the entire family caught at least one (12 total) and it was a blast! Weather was perfect and we got to see a lot of the great outer islands along the way. Would definitely recommend!!! Thanks for the unforgettable ride!
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Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
Yellowtail Snapper
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Robin O’Callaghan
Robin O’Callaghan
5.0
Verified
Perfect day!
Full Day Trip – Inner/Outer Reef on January 31, 20266 adults
We had a wonderful day out on the water with the captain and crew. This was the highlight of our trip and it did not disappoint! The team helped us find where the fish were and we reeled in enough for a wonderful dinner in town (Harbor View fish prep was amazing - highly recommend!) and have a full cooler to make ceviche and bring some frozen fish home with us. I would recommend this charter to anyone interested in catching fish!
Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
Amberjack
Yellowtail Snapper
Response from Captain
February 5, 2026
Thank you so much for an amazing review! We're thrilled to hear your day on the water was the highlight of your trip- that's exactly what we love to hear. 🎣 Our captain and crew truly enjoy helping guests find the fish and make the most of their time out on the water, and its great to know you ended the day with a full cooler and an unforgettable dinner.Harbor View Fish Prep is a fantastic choice- we're glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for recommending us, and we hope to welcome you back to Placencia for another great adventure in the future.
0
Robert Lavallee
Robert Lavallee
4.7
Verified
Full day reef
Full Day Trip – Inner Reef on January 20, 20262 adults
We were a group of four, 3 men 1 women all day reef fishing We arrived by 8 Boat was ready to go and We headed out it was sunny and calm . First stop we made for live bait they filled the livewell.We first troll live bait hooked up instantly after everyone had caught fish A buddy called bottom fish we're biting After a couple of hours of none stop catching we went back on the troll and caught more Overall we got 40 plus fish of 10 different species Capt Edlin was fun and personal and knows how to put you on the Fish
Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
Mutton Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
Skipjack
+2
Response from Captain
February 5, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share such detailed review! We're happy to hear everything ran smoothly from the moment you arrived and that the conditions were perfect for a great day on the reef. 🪸🎣 It sounds like the bite was on fire- from live bait trolling to nonstop bottom fishing and such an impressive variety of species. Catching 40+ fish is an unforgettable day by anyone's standard! Captian Edlin will be especially glad to hear your kind words. He takes pride in making every trip fun, personal, and successful.Thank you for choosing Placencia Fishing Charters and we hope to fish with you again on your next visit.
0
Charles Stearns
Charles Stearns
5.0
Verified
New
Great trip!
Half Day Trip – Inner Reef (AM) on March 4, 20266 adults
Experienced, knowledgable, kind and patient family run business. We had a wonderful time with Eldin and his crew. We caught more than we could eat and enjoyed every minute.
Response from Captain
March 21, 2026
Thank you so much, Charles!🙌 We truly appreciate your kind words and are so happy you had such a wonderful time with Edlin and the crew. It means a lot to us that you felt the care behind what we do -- being a family run business, we always aim. to give every guest an experience to remember. 🎣 🌊 Catching more than you can eat is always a great bonus! We hope to welcome you back again soon for another amazing day on the water with Placencia Fishing Charters.
0
Melissa Bourque
Melissa Bourque
5.0
Verified
Great fishing day !
Half Day Trip – Inner Reef (AM) on January 30, 20262 adults
Doug and Drake were great! We were striking out but they're diligence got us 10 barracuda and two snapper. Very nice for a half day! Also very happy to support a local family business. I would definitely do it again.
Review media 0
Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
Yellowtail Snapper
Response from Captain
February 5, 2026
Thank you so much for the great review!🙏 Doug and Dre will be happy to hear this-persistence always pays off out there, and 10 Barracuda plus two snapper is a solid half-day on the water! 🎣 We truly appreciate your support of our local family business, and we're glad we could turn the day around for you. We'd love to have you back again anytime!
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FAQs about Placencia Fishing Charters – Capt. Edlin

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
28 ft
Year built
2014
Boat manufacturer
Fiberglass
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
33 knots
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