Tortuga Adventures – Tortugas 

3.1
(12 reviews)
 Santa Clara Cocle, Río Hato, Panamá–

Tortuga Adventures – Tortugas 

Río Hato, Panamá
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26 ft
5
3.1
(12 reviews)

It's time to head to Panamá for a beautiful vacation with a fun-filled day of fishing. Book a trip with Tortuga Adventures for a day out on the water the whole family will enjoy. Captain Ricky is a local who puts his customers first. He'll take you to the hottest spots for the most productive day out. He also has a translator on board for you.

Hop on board the 26' custom built center console. This beautiful boat has enough room for 5 guests and is decked out with full safety and navigational equipment. All 5 anglers can fish at the same time without crossing lines.

Some of the species you can expect to target include Sailfish, Yellowfin Tuna, Queen Snapper, Mahi Mahi, Jack Crevalle, Spanish Mackerel, Bonito, and more. The captain can fillet the legal catch for after the trip, which can be cooked in his restaurant – this is also the meeting point for the trips.

Children over 9 are welcome on board and will have life vests provided for them. You'll be heading out up to 25 miles on the 4-hour trips and up to 40 miles on the 8-hour trips. Don't forget to take seasickness medication if needed!

Water and snacks are provided on all trips. There's a cooler on board if you'd like to bring more along. The captain is happy to pick up extras for you if you're short on time, and you can pay him back directly on the day.

There's a variety of rods and reels on board for you to use, including Penn, Shimano, and Daiwa.

Please note, you are able to pay by Visa or Mastercard, but there is an additional 7% processing charge.

Book a trip with Tortuga Adventures today for an unforgettable day out your whole group will enjoy.

It's time to head to Panamá for a beautiful vacation with a fun-filled day of fishing. Book a trip with Tortuga Adventures for a day out on the water the whole family will enjoy. Captain Ricky is a local who puts his customers first. He'll take you to the hottest spots for the most productive day out. He also has a translator on board for you.

Hop on board the 26' custom built center console. This beautiful boat has enough room for 5 guests and is decked out with full safety and navigational equipment. All 5 anglers can fish at the same time without crossing lines.

Some of the species you can expect to target include Sailfish, Yellowfin Tuna, Queen Snapper, Mahi Mahi, Jack Crevalle, Spanish Mackerel, Bonito, and more. The captain can fillet the legal catch for after the trip, which can be cooked in his restaurant – this is also the meeting point for the trips.

Children over 9 are welcome on board and will have life vests provided for them. You'll be heading out up to 25 miles on the 4-hour trips and up to 40 miles on the 8-hour trips. Don't forget to take seasickness medication if needed!

Water and snacks are provided on all trips. There's a cooler on board if you'd like to bring more along. The captain is happy to pick up extras for you if you're short on time, and you can pay him back directly on the day.

There's a variety of rods and reels on board for you to use, including Penn, Shimano, and Daiwa.

Please note, you are able to pay by Visa or Mastercard, but there is an additional 7% processing charge.

Book a trip with Tortuga Adventures today for an unforgettable day out your whole group will enjoy.

Ricky Castro
Captain
Ricky Castro
12 years of experience

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Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
US $550
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
US $550
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
US $750
Entire boat: up to 5 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

3.1
12 reviews
3.3
Boat & equipment
3.1
Captain & crew
2.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (15)

Reviews (12)

  • Marc Chevalier
    Marc Chevalier
    ca
    Québec, Canada
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Ricky

    Half Day Trip (AM) on March 9, 2023 • 4 adults

    This was an amazing fishing trip with Captain Louis! Great team and super nice experience! Thank you guys for the nice venture we had, it was our fun and you guys are very nice! I strongly recommend.

  • Darren Axford
    Darren Axford
    Repeat angler
    gb
    United Kingdom
    Member since 2023
    2 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    Great day fishing

    Full Day Trip on October 23, 2023 • 4 adults

    Had a great days fishing, caught lots of fish and both the crew were excellent.

  • Carl Sylvain
    Carl Sylvain
    ca
    Québec, Canada
    Member since 2022
    4.3
    Verified

    EL CANADIAN GRINGO'S

    Half Day Trip (AM) on October 30, 2022 • 2 adults

    ENJOYABLE HALF DAY FISHING ON OCTOBER 30 2022 AM.... WE'VE BOOK AT THE LAST MINUTE THE NIGHT BEFORE.. VERY GOOD RESPONSE & SERVICE FROM THE PROCESS WEBSITE & THE CHARTER :)) THANKS AGAIN 😎 CARL & MATT

  • Edy Scognamiglio
    Edy Scognamiglio
    Repeat angler
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2023
    2 trips
    4.0
    Verified

    Half day trip with Captain Ricky

    Half Day Trip (PM) on August 1, 2023 • 5 adults

    Fishing trip with the family. Caught 2 tuna, saw a family of humpback whales and a close up trip to the beautiful island.

  • Peter Pauline
    Peter Pauline
    Repeat angler
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2023
    5 trips
    2.7
    Verified

    Trip Not As Described

    Full Day Trip on February 18, 2026 • 3 adults

    1 Captain 1 crew. No English speaker on board. Trip was only trolling about 4 miles off shore. Not 40-45 miles off shore as described. We were not met at the meeting place until late. Brought us back 50 minutes early. Had to wade out to the boat. Not informed of this beforehand.

  • Jessika Beckel
    Jessika Beckel
    us
    Iowa, US
    Member since 2024
    4.3
    Verified

    January fishing trip

    Half Day Trip (PM) on January 18, 2024 • 3 adults
  • Ramon Colina
    Ramon Colina
    pa
    Panama
    Member since 2026
    1.0
    Verified

    worst trip ever

    Half Day Trip (AM) on May 2, 2026 • 5 adults • 3 children

    worst trip ever

  • Pierre Bedard
    Pierre Bedard
    ca
    Québec, Canada
    Member since 2022
    3.7
    Verified

    March fishing trip

    Half Day Trip (PM) on March 29, 2022 • 2 adults

    Thank you Was fun!

  • Craig Shields
    Craig Shields
    pa
    Panama
    Member since 2022
    1.3
    Verified

    Cpt Ahab's $500 Boat Ride with NO Fish caught dispite guarantee, Real Ripoff!!

    Half Day Trip (AM) on May 4, 2022 • 2 adults

    Been on many trips before, this is the worst one and first time Nothing was caught. Nothing was as advertised, Value: ZERO. A 4hr boat ride was all it was. Per the captain, we were guaranteed to catch fish, caught nothing. We rode around in the boat for 4 hours within sight of the coastline in a box pattern, a few zigzags and nothing else. We didnt go far out. Crew only offered us water, what happened to the snacks as advertised that were included in the price?? Since we didnt catch anything, Captain Ricky messaged and offered us Wahoo from his restaurant free of charge, of course we accepted (we were still charged for the drinks we ordered). It was a great meal, We have no issue honoring a debt, but we feel we are owed. Captain Ricky insisting on collecting for a service he guaranteed and failed to provide. CPT Ricky didnt even attempt to offer even a partial refund for wasted time. He was more focused on collecting his remaining $400. Guess the money is of more value than customers, not a business I want to be associated with. A 4hr boat ride and wahoo fish dinner (we even had to pay for our drinks) for $500? No, Thank You Next trip in a few months, I'll make sure I book with a professional. Captain Ricky needs to put his money where his mouth is. Dont promise something you can't deliver.

  • Jeanne Davidson
    Jeanne Davidson
    Member since 2019
    3.0
    Verified

    1/2 day trip

    Half Day Trip (AM) on January 29, 2020 • 2 adults

    trolling

Rating

3.1
12 reviews
3.3
Boat & equipment
3.1
Captain & crew
2.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (15)

All reviews (12)

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Marc Chevalier
Marc Chevalier
ca
Québec, Canada
Member since 2023
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Ricky
Half Day Trip (AM) on March 9, 2023 • 4 adults

This was an amazing fishing trip with Captain Louis! Great team and super nice experience! Thank you guys for the nice venture we had, it was our fun and you guys are very nice! I strongly recommend.

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Peter Pauline
Peter Pauline
Repeat angler
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2023
5 trips
2.7
Verified
Trip Not As Described
Full Day Trip on February 18, 2026 • 3 adults

1 Captain 1 crew. No English speaker on board. Trip was only trolling about 4 miles off shore. Not 40-45 miles off shore as described. We were not met at the meeting place until late. Brought us back 50 minutes early. Had to wade out to the boat. Not informed of this beforehand.

Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel
Jack Crevalle
Darren Axford
Darren Axford
Repeat angler
gb
United Kingdom
Member since 2023
2 trips
4.7
Verified
Great day fishing
Full Day Trip on October 23, 2023 • 4 adults

Had a great days fishing, caught lots of fish and both the crew were excellent.

Jessika Beckel
Jessika Beckel
us
Iowa, US
Member since 2024
4.3
Verified
January fishing trip
Half Day Trip (PM) on January 18, 2024 • 3 adults

Translated by AI:
Ricky Castro
Response from Captain

thank you all

Carl Sylvain
Carl Sylvain
ca
Québec, Canada
Member since 2022
4.3
Verified
EL CANADIAN GRINGO'S
Half Day Trip (AM) on October 30, 2022 • 2 adults

ENJOYABLE HALF DAY FISHING ON OCTOBER 30 2022 AM.... WE'VE BOOK AT THE LAST MINUTE THE NIGHT BEFORE.. VERY GOOD RESPONSE & SERVICE FROM THE PROCESS WEBSITE & THE CHARTER :)) THANKS AGAIN 😎 CARL & MATT

Translated by AI:
Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Sailfish
Yellowfin Tuna
Ricky Castro
Response from Captain

Thank you very much, we are always at your service to provide you with our best service. Thank you very much for choosing us, we look forward to seeing you again.

FAQs about Tortuga Adventures – Tortugas

Tortuga Adventures – Tortugas offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $550 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Tortuga Adventures – Tortugas, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Live bait well
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Tortuga Adventures – Tortugas include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Shimano, Penn, Daiwa, Okuma)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks (On all trips)
  • Drinks (Water provided on all trips)
  • First mate (15-20% is the industry standard for tipping )
Tortuga Adventures – Tortugas offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Max 45 miles)
Tortuga Adventures – Tortugas offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Tortuga Adventures – Tortugas include:
  • Bonito
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Cubera)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)

Your captain

Ricky Castro
Ricky Castro
Río Hato, Panamá
12 Customer reviews
Typical response within 14 hours
Member since June 2019
Captain Ricky has been fishing for nearly a decade. He began running fishing trips in 2014 and has never looked back. A successful fishing trip for him is one where his customers are having a great time. Capt. Ricky enjoys participating in tournaments too. Capt. Ricky speaks Spanish only but has a translator on board.
Our Team
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Business partner
Ricky Castro
Ricky Castro
12
reviews
2019
member since
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response
Captain Ricky has been fishing for nearly a decade. He began running fishing trips in 2014 and has never looked back. A successful fishing trip for him is one where his customers are having a great time. Capt. Ricky enjoys participating in tournaments too. Capt. Ricky speaks Spanish only but has a translator on board.
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The fish you can target

Bonito
Bonito
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Sailfish
Sailfish
Cubera Snapper
Cubera Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Bonito
Bonito
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Sailfish
Sailfish
Cubera Snapper
Cubera Snapper

Real catches by this captain

  • Great day fishing
    Darren A.
    Darren A.
  • Fishing with Ricky
    Marc C.
    Marc C.
  • EL CANADIAN GRINGO'S
    Carl S.
    Carl S.
  • March fishing trip
    Pierre B.
    Pierre B.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
2017
Boat manufacturer
Altamar
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 60HP

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling equipment
Live bait well
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Shimano, Penn, Daiwa, Okuma
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
On all trips
Drinks
Water provided on all trips
First mate
15-20% is the industry standard for tipping

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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
Min. age 9, life vests provided
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed
Catch and release mandatory

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

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