La Menta Boattrips 

4.8
(183 reviews)
 2 Playa Caracasbaai, Willemstad, 0000, Curacao–

La Menta Boattrips 

Willemstad, Curacao
–
36 ft
6
4.8
(183 reviews)

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!

Wendel Jennie
Captain
Wendel Jennie
22 years of experience
responds within an hour

Select date to see availability

Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
SuMoTuWeThFrSa
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (White)
+8
US $650
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Barracuda (Great)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Sailfish
+5
US $650
Entire boat: up to 5 people
3/4 day Trips
In high demand Last booked: 1 day ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
Barracuda (Great)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Sailfish
+6
US $900
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Marlin (White)
Bonito
US $1,100
Entire boat: up to 5 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

4.8
183 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (183)

What anglers say

93%
Great experience
77%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
93%
Recommended
83%
Caught fish

Reviews (183)

  • Chris Lambrecht
    Chris Lambrecht
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    slow day, but worked hard

    Full Day Trip on February 12, 2026 • 2 adults

    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.

  • Elizabeth Ciesar
    Elizabeth Ciesar
    us
    South Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Friendly Crew!

    Half Day Trip (AM) on July 8, 2026 • 3 adults

    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!!

  • Kathy Rose
    Kathy Rose
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    what a fun time!

    Half Day Trip (AM) on September 21, 2026 • 2 adults

    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!

  • Valerie Quarles
    Valerie Quarles
    us
    Connecticut, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Best deep fishing trip!

    Half Day Trip (AM) on July 1, 2026 • 4 adults

    The 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 Brun
    Kathleen Brun
    Repeat angler
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2025
    3 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    A Tuna and A Good Time

    Half Day Trip (AM) on December 26, 2025 • 6 adults

    We 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 Hopps
    Troy Hopps
    Repeat angler
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2023
    3 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    Epic morning Fishing

    Half Day Trip (AM) on January 28, 2026 • 3 adults

    Booked 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 Peoples
    Carrie Peoples
    us
    Maine, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome experience!

    3/4 day Trips on March 18, 2026 • 3 adults

    Unforgettable 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 Mcelhanon
    Janet Mcelhanon
    Repeat angler
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2023
    5 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day on the water

    Half Day Trip (AM) on December 12, 2025 • 2 adults

    Fun 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 Johnson
    Pennie Johnson
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing in Curacao

    Full Day Trip on February 5, 2026 • 2 adults

    had 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!

  • Albert Riksen
    Albert Riksen
    nl
    Netherlands
    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified

    super dag

    Half Day Trip (PM) on July 30, 2026 • 2 adults

    wat een top ervaring en super behulpzame bemanning! echt een ervaring om niet te vergeten

FAQs about La Menta Boattrips

La Menta Boattrips offers the following trips to customers:
  • 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)
When you book a trip with La Menta Boattrips, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • 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
Trips booked with La Menta Boattrips include:
  • 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)
La Menta Boattrips offers the following type of fishing:
  • Offshore fishing (Up to 12 miles offshore)
La Menta Boattrips offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
  • Handline
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with La Menta Boattrips include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Sailfish
  • Tuna (Albacore)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Tuna (Skipjack)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Wendel Jennie
Wendel Jennie
Willemstad, Curacao
183 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2019
I have been fishing all my life but got completely hooked on it in 2004 when I went on charter in Aruba. It was clear to me then that was what I wanted to do for the rest of my life. I have been chartering for 20 years now. I love teaching my customers everything I know and accommodating their unique desires, as well as meeting new people.
Our Team
Ronald P.
Ronald P.
Captain
Marcela A.
Marcela A.
Staff
Wendel Jennie
Wendel Jennie
183
reviews
2019
member since
~1h
response
I have been fishing all my life but got completely hooked on it in 2004 when I went on charter in Aruba. It was clear to me then that was what I wanted to do for the rest of my life. I have been chartering for 20 years now. I love teaching my customers everything I know and accommodating their unique desires, as well as meeting new people.
The crew
Ronald P.
Ronald P.
Captain
Marcela A.
Marcela A.
Staff

The fish you can target

Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Sailfish
Sailfish
Albacore Tuna
Albacore Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Skipjack Tuna
Skipjack Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Sailfish
Sailfish
Albacore Tuna
Albacore Tuna

Real catches by this captain

  • Angler holding a silver sport fish aboard a center-console boat in open ocean waters, with another adult partially visible nearby.
    Kathy R.
    Kathy R.
    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!
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Wahoo in front of colorful buildings after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Albert R.
    Albert R.
    wat een top ervaring en super behulpzame bemanning! echt een ervaring om niet te vergeten
  • A young angler proudly displaying a caught fish while fishing on a boat, showcasing a beautiful ocean backdrop.
    Fish 1
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Elizabeth C.
    Elizabeth C.
    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!!
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Yellowfin Tuna while fishing on a charter boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Valerie Q.
    Valerie Q.
    The 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!
  • Young angler proudly holding a large fish while sitting on a boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Great Barracuda
    William A.
    William A.
    My family had a great time on our half day trip. Caught a couple small Tuna and a Barracuda. Crew was friendly and Jerry the dog was a fun bonus.
  • Two adult anglers display multiple tuna aboard an offshore fishing boat.
    Fish 1
    Blackfin Tuna
    Carrie P.
    Carrie P.
    Unforgettable 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!
  • Solo angler proudly holding a large wahoo beside the La Mequita sportfishing boat at a marina.
    Fish 1
    Great Barracuda
    Tricia Z.
    Tricia Z.
    Finally …got a fish that I can hold on to with two hands . Crew was great and Jerry the dog was a great support for the rest of my family.
  • Solo angler holding a freshly caught tuna-like fish aboard a small offshore fishing boat, with open ocean and onboard tackle visible.
    Fish 1
    Skipjack Tuna
    Chris L.
    Chris L.
    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.
  • Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of Barracuda at the dock after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Great Barracuda
    Pennie J.
    Pennie J.
    had 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!
  • Group of anglers displaying several large tuna and wahoo beside a sportfishing boat at the dock.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Troy H.
    Troy H.
    Booked 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.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
36 ft
Year built
2002
Restored in
2021
Boat manufacturer
Pro Marine
Boat type
Walkaround
Engine model
Deutz - Vetus Diesel
Powered by
2 x 286HP
Max cruising speed
20 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing
Handline
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

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
What's included in the trip price
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

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 not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
Minimum age is 5, life jackets provided
You keep catch
A portion for dinner
Crew keeps catch
Catch and release allowed
Only billfish
Disabled accessible

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

What’s biting in Willemstad right now

Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
Tuna (Blackfin)Tuna (Blackfin)
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
WahooWahoo

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