La Menta Boattrips
La Menta Boattrips
Operating out of Willemstad, Curacao, La Menta Boattrips offers professionally guided fishing trips. If you'd like to have the best experience exploring these deep waters, Captain Arnold Aarden and his crew will do everything to make that happen. Capt. Arnold is a passionate fisherman who's been in the business for over 14 years.
You'll be fishing from a 36' Pro Marine walkaround boat that can accommodate up to 6 anglers. The boat comes with air-conditioning, a restroom, a freshwater shower, a kitchen, and a tuna tower. But it's not all just about comfort. This fishing machine is powered by twin 440 HP Yanmar Diesel engines and features outriggers, downriggers, a fighting chair, a live bait tank, and ice-boxes.
The captain will show you his favorite spots where you'll get to target Sailfish, Marlin, Mahi, Barracuda, Wahoo, and an incredible variety of Tuna (Skipjack, Yellowfin, Albacore, and Blackfin). The best part is that there is no need to go more than 100 yards from the shore as the water gets deep pretty quickly. Also, if you'd like to extend your trip for half an hour, the captain will gladly stay a bit longer.
You'll be supplied with top-tier Penn fishing gear, lures, and licenses. Depending on the season, you'll get to catch your own live bait on the way – this is usually possible during winter and summer months.
The breakfast is provided on half days, while full day trips include lunch sandwiches. Snorkeling is also an option on full day trips, and the gear is provided, but kids are usually not recommended on longer trips.
The boat normally keeps the catch, but you'll get a portion for a nice dinner, and the crew will clean and fillet it for you. The captain can even recommend a great restaurant where you can have your catch prepared for a few bucks.
Just bring good mood and La Menta Boattrips will take care of the rest!
Operating out of Willemstad, Curacao, La Menta Boattrips offers professionally guided fishing trips. If you'd like to have the best experience exploring these deep waters, Captain Arnold Aarden and his crew will do everything to make that happen. Capt. Arnold is a passionate fisherman who's been in the business for over 14 years.
You'll be fishing from a 36' Pro Marine walkaround boat that can accommodate up to 6 anglers. The boat comes with air-conditioning, a restroom, a freshwater shower, a kitchen, and a tuna tower. But it's not all just about comfort. This fishing machine is powered by twin 440 HP Yanmar Diesel engines and features outriggers, downriggers, a fighting chair, a live bait tank, and ice-boxes.
The captain will show you his favorite spots where you'll get to target Sailfish, Marlin, Mahi, Barracuda, Wahoo, and an incredible variety of Tuna (Skipjack, Yellowfin, Albacore, and Blackfin). The best part is that there is no need to go more than 100 yards from the shore as the water gets deep pretty quickly. Also, if you'd like to extend your trip for half an hour, the captain will gladly stay a bit longer.
You'll be supplied with top-tier Penn fishing gear, lures, and licenses. Depending on the season, you'll get to catch your own live bait on the way – this is usually possible during winter and summer months.
The breakfast is provided on half days, while full day trips include lunch sandwiches. Snorkeling is also an option on full day trips, and the gear is provided, but kids are usually not recommended on longer trips.
The boat normally keeps the catch, but you'll get a portion for a nice dinner, and the crew will clean and fillet it for you. The captain can even recommend a great restaurant where you can have your catch prepared for a few bucks.
Just bring good mood and La Menta Boattrips will take care of the rest!
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Kathy Rose5.0VerifiedNewwhat a fun time!
Half Day Trip (AM) on September 21, 2026 • 2 adultsThe captain and crew were great. Slow fishing day but still caught a barracuda! It was then made into yummy ceviche! i hope I can make that as good back home! i would definitely recommend this charter. Crew shared a lot of island knowledge with us as well! Thanks for a fun morning!
Chris Lambrecht5.0Verifiedslow day, but worked hard
Full Day Trip on February 12, 2026 • 2 adultsIt was a slow day on the water, but Wendel and Robert work hard to try finding fish by using multiple techniques and trying different water depths. We did catch a couple Skipjack. Wendel offered us the fish. we said we would take one and tgey could have the other. Wendel then made us reservations at a resturant, where he would be dropping off our fish, for us to have gor lunch tomorrow. I recommend them if your wanting to get on the water to fish while in Curacao.
Elizabeth Ciesar5.0VerifiedFriendly Crew!
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 8, 2026 • 3 adultsCaptain Wendel and his crew know what they are doing! They took good care of us and made sure we had a great experience. We caught black fin tuna and had it prepared for us at the local marina. So fresh and so good! It was a perfect day! Shout out to Ronald, Marcy, and Jerry, too! Thank you!!
Valerie Quarles5.0VerifiedBest deep fishing trip!
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 1, 2026 • 4 adultsThe Captain and crew were VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE. WE CAUGHT YELLOW TUNA OVER 50LBS!! and I mustn't forget the caught and cook. Crew clean the fish and took to a restaurant where we ate..DELICIOUS! DEFINITELY RECOMMEND!
Kathleen BrunRepeat angler4.7VerifiedA Tuna and A Good Time
Half Day Trip (AM) on December 26, 2025 • 6 adultsWe booked the 1/2 day trip for three people. The crew arrived on time and were incredible. We started trolling almost as soon as we left the dock, but sadly the fish were not biting... Except for one black fin tuna pulled in by my youngest. It was frustrating seeing the Mahi in the water, but being unable to lure them to bite. All in all, it was a great day. The boat was fantastic, the crew was attentive.
Troy HoppsRepeat angler4.7VerifiedEpic morning Fishing
Half Day Trip (AM) on January 28, 2026 • 3 adultsBooked the 4 hr morning trip with cpt Wendal and crew. 10 min in we were already hooked up. We hit the trifecta of fish ( Wahoo, Tuna (Yellow fin/Black fin) and Baracuda). The crew was amazing, constantly baiting lines and helping us with our catch including filleting the fish we brought home. Highly recommended for both novice and experienced fishermen.
Carrie Peoples5.0VerifiedAwesome experience!
3/4 day Trips on March 18, 2026 • 3 adultsUnforgettable six hour trip with Captain and crew. Black fin tuna were the catch of the day. Best experience filled with laughter, music, waves, Marcie’s ceviche and tuna. Made memories to last a lifetime. Highly recommend!
Janet McelhanonRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat day on the water
Half Day Trip (AM) on December 12, 2025 • 2 adultsFun crew, beautiful fishing area. in the deep water, 4000 ft in 30 minutes. Rigs for tuna, mahi, barracuda, marlin. had a marlin strike, saw the fin. Very exciting. Marina a little difficult to find. our taxi driver not aware of the small marina.
Pennie Johnson5.0VerifiedFishing in Curacao
Full Day Trip on February 5, 2026 • 2 adultshad a good time fishing caught some baracuda nice size.. was hoping to hit some mahi mahi but the water just wasn't cooperating... not for lack of effort that's for sure... it's use him again!
Lorcan MathewsRepeat angler5.0VerifiedA great day with agreat crew
Full Day Trip on November 13, 2025 • 2 adultsWendell and Ronald took really good care of us. They were very knowledgeable and worked hard to make sure we had a great time. Would definitley go out wir=th them again.
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Queremos agradecer y destacar el increíble trabajo del capitán y de toda su tripulación. Desde el primer minuto se esmeraron al máximo para buscarnos los mejores puntos y asegurar excelentes capturas. Se nota la pasión y la experiencia que tienen en lo que hacen. Un gesto que valoramos muchísimo fue la atención y calidez que tuvieron con mi esposa. Aunque ella no pescaba, estuvieron siempre pendientes de que estuviera cómoda y disfrutando del paseo. Ese nivel de hospitalidad marca la diferencia. Sin duda, recomiendo esta excursión al 100%, ya sea que vayas a pescar de forma experimentada o simplemente a disfrutar del día en el mar. ¡Repetiremos sin pensarlo!
It was Super Great having you and family on board wirh us. Fun, Happy and Positive people.
The captain and crew were great. Slow fishing day but still caught a barracuda! It was then made into yummy ceviche! i hope I can make that as good back home! i would definitely recommend this charter. Crew shared a lot of island knowledge with us as well! Thanks for a fun morning!
It was a slow day on the water, but Wendel and Robert work hard to try finding fish by using multiple techniques and trying different water depths. We did catch a couple Skipjack. Wendel offered us the fish. we said we would take one and tgey could have the other. Wendel then made us reservations at a resturant, where he would be dropping off our fish, for us to have gor lunch tomorrow. I recommend them if your wanting to get on the water to fish while in Curacao.
Chris Nice having you on the boat with us. Yes waa a slow fishing day. Glad that you enjoy your lunch.
Captain Wendel and his crew know what they are doing! They took good care of us and made sure we had a great experience. We caught black fin tuna and had it prepared for us at the local marina. So fresh and so good! It was a perfect day! Shout out to Ronald, Marcy, and Jerry, too! Thank you!!
Nice having your lovely family on board with us.
Captain Wendel and his crew were fantastic. Courteous and accommodating for everything we needed. We were more interested in eating some fish than catching trophies. Captain put us on several spots and helped us catch multiple fish including Mahi, Grouper, and Tuna. It was a very good day of fishing.
FAQs about La Menta Boattrips
- US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 5 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
- US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 5 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
- US $900 per group, additional US $50 per person after 5 guests - 3/4 day Trips (6 hours)
- US $900 per group, additional US $50 per person after 5 guests - 3/4 day Trips - 12:00 PM (6 hours)
- US $1,100 per group, additional US $50 per person after 5 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
- Toilet Full-head
- Fighting chair All penn rods
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Bed
- Flybridge
- Snorkeling equipment Snorkeling is available on full-days only
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Multimedia system
- Outriggers top rigger
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle (Penn)
- Live bait (Caught during the trip when in season)
- Lures (Ilanders, rapala, handline)
- Catch cleaning & filleting (Enough to eat)
- Drinks (Water and soft drinks)
- First mate (Wendel)
- Fishing license ( No needed)
- Lunch (Sandwiches on full-day trips only)
- Offshore fishing (Up to 12 miles offshore)
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Popping
- Drift fishing
- Handline
- Deep sea fishing
- Barracuda (Great)
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Marlin (Blue)
- Sailfish
- Tuna (Albacore)
- Tuna (Blackfin)
- Tuna (Skipjack)
- Tuna (Yellowfin)
- Wahoo
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