Backwater Fly Fishing Charters
Backwater Fly Fishing Charters
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If you're in Puerto Rico and itch for something different, but exciting to do, then why not come fly fishing? Backcountry Fly Fishing promises an almost surreal experience in the mangroves just outside of San Juan. Hit up the lagoons with your experienced guide, Captain Clery Morales, and experience some of the best fly action possible.
Capt. Clery is a San Juan native and knows these waters like the back of his hand. With over 20 years of local fishing experience, he knows exactly what it takes to attract the biggest fish and to hook 'em aboard. He can't wait to welcome you aboard to teach you the best ways to land that dream catch.
Up to 5 guests are welcome aboard the 23' Ranger boat, built specifically for fishing these waters. Light and with a shallow hull, she'll get you to the shallowest spots, keeping you quiet as you creep up on your prey. Make yourself at home on board, and take advantage of Capt. Clery's offer of free drinks, including beer.
As well as experiencing an unrivaled service, you'll also be using the best fly fishing gear to give you the edge over the fish. Make use of the Sage X 9wt rods, with plenty of custom flies to land on the water.
Snook, Jack Crevalles, Ladyfish, and even Tarpon call these waters home, so get ready for a productive day battling it out with these strong beasts. Marvel as the Silver King leaps out of the water to get off the end of your line, and experience a relentless thrill as these creatures try to run away with your line.
With licenses and drinks included, all you need to do is bring some snacks aboard and settle in for a memorable day out. Come aboard Backcountry Fly Fishing and discover these pristine waters, all the while seeing if you have what it takes to land that trophy catch!
If you're in Puerto Rico and itch for something different, but exciting to do, then why not come fly fishing? Backcountry Fly Fishing promises an almost surreal experience in the mangroves just outside of San Juan. Hit up the lagoons with your experienced guide, Captain Clery Morales, and experience some of the best fly action possible.
Capt. Clery is a San Juan native and knows these waters like the back of his hand. With over 20 years of local fishing experience, he knows exactly what it takes to attract the biggest fish and to hook 'em aboard. He can't wait to welcome you aboard to teach you the best ways to land that dream catch.
Up to 5 guests are welcome aboard the 23' Ranger boat, built specifically for fishing these waters. Light and with a shallow hull, she'll get you to the shallowest spots, keeping you quiet as you creep up on your prey. Make yourself at home on board, and take advantage of Capt. Clery's offer of free drinks, including beer.
As well as experiencing an unrivaled service, you'll also be using the best fly fishing gear to give you the edge over the fish. Make use of the Sage X 9wt rods, with plenty of custom flies to land on the water.
Snook, Jack Crevalles, Ladyfish, and even Tarpon call these waters home, so get ready for a productive day battling it out with these strong beasts. Marvel as the Silver King leaps out of the water to get off the end of your line, and experience a relentless thrill as these creatures try to run away with your line.
With licenses and drinks included, all you need to do is bring some snacks aboard and settle in for a memorable day out. Come aboard Backcountry Fly Fishing and discover these pristine waters, all the while seeing if you have what it takes to land that trophy catch!
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Reviews (28)
Kyle ClearyRepeat angler5.0VerifiedCapt. Fernando Montalvo!
Half Day Trip (AM) on May 12, 2025 • 1 adultI messaged Backwater Tarpon prior to booking to make sure it would be appropriate for a very new fly fisherman. I was quickly notified which day and time would be best with the forecast. Capt Fernando Montalvo was very patient with me. He made sure I had a satisfactory cast prior to bringing me to the lagoon to cast over fish! We caught two fish while Capt Fernando did his best to push us around the lagoon and set me up for success!
Corey CalderwoodRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat Day
Half Day Trip (AM) on February 28, 2024 • 2 adultsGreat day!!! Captain put us on the fish. Great boat and gear. Guides were fun and patient with us as we learned the nuances of salt water fly fishing. They really knew their stuff and worked hard for us. Lots of bites and we did land one fish. Learn the art of the strip set and you’ll boat more fish then we did. Totally recommend this trip
Bailey Miller4.7Verified6 hours in the afternoon with Captain Tommy
Half Day Trip (PM) on May 13, 2023 • 2 adultsBooked a last minute 6 hour trip for my girlfriend and I. She hung out on the boat and I fly fished the whole time. Tommy was a great guy to hang out with, we both felt safe and comfortable the whole time, and we both had a ton of fun. I was hesitant to book a trip with any of the San Juan tarpon guide services after seeing pictures of bleeding adult tarpon dragged into the boat and laying across peoples laps. Tarpon deserve respect! I chose to go with Backwater Fly Fishing Charters because they were the only guys who left the big fish in the water, handling and releasing them safely! Fishing with Captain Tommy was great. We were on fish the whole time, we got plenty of bites, and we landed multiple tarpon on fly. Beyond that, I could Captain Tommy loves and respects tarpon, and I learned a lot about chasing tarpon with a fly! For tourists fishing bait who just want to pull on big fish, I’m sure these guys are great. For real fly fishermen who want the complete experience and who care about the fish, this is 110% the guys to go with.
Joseph LehnerRepeat angler5.0VerifiedCapt. Tommy
Special 4 hour trip for Joseph Lehner on March 17, 2024 • 2 adultsHe was great. Put me on fish right from the start. He even went into the water to get my first ever tarpon wrapped around a mangrove root. End of the trip hooked up with a large fish. Way more power than the trout I normally fly fish. Several other opportunities in between. I look forward to fishing with him again.
Ed Nicholson5.0VerifiedTruly a wonderful experience
Half Day Trip (PM) on December 3, 2024 • 1 adultEasy booking Captain ready to go, knowledgeable, patient, great coaching.
Joe SlavickRepeat angler5.0VerifiedNice Day on the water
Half Day Trip (PM) on March 26, 2022 • 2 adultsWe were down in PR for a business trip and booked some fly fishing. Captin was knowledgeable and the weather was great. Saw a few fish but not a ton and that's just kinda how it goes sometimes.
Paul Mickle5.0VerifiedGreat experience
Half Day Trip (PM) on June 22, 2022 • 1 adultHad a perfect day fly fishing with great local knowledge and professionalism.
Charles Stuck5.0VerifiedSoild trip
Half Day Trip (PM) on December 22, 2022 • 1 adultGood guys and plenty of fish. Would go again.
Clery Morales5.0Worth every Penny
3/4 Day Trip on July 10, 2019Went Fly fishing with Capt Clery, he explained me calmly all the deatails of the morning(spots, flies, rods). He coached really good until I was able to do the "strip set" by myself. Boat is perfect for fly fishing & we landed 3 tarpons.
- Jaime Bell4.7Verified
Tarpon that won’t eat!!
Half Day Trip (PM) on August 8, 2026 • 2 adultsWe were put on many tarpon! Our guide went out of his way to get us on fish!!! The tarpon did not want to cooperate! I would definitely book again! It was an amazing experience!
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We were put on many tarpon! Our guide went out of his way to get us on fish!!! The tarpon did not want to cooperate! I would definitely book again! It was an amazing experience!
Guide was very knowledgeable. Equipment was top notch. The rod and reel were well balanced, top brand. He put me on fish. Great time, highly recommend
Can't say enough great things about his trip. Took my 12 year old fly fishing for tarpon - his first salt water trip on the fly. Capt Tommy was awesome - easy to work with, knew the area like th back of his hand, and was a great teacher for both of us. The gear, the boat, the cooler loaded with ice cold beverages when it got hot - everything was great. We both caught fish - including a beautiful juvenile tarpon my son hooked up - and jumped a few more. 100% will fish with this outfit and Capt next time I am in PR. Thank you!!
I messaged Backwater Tarpon prior to booking to make sure it would be appropriate for a very new fly fisherman. I was quickly notified which day and time would be best with the forecast. Capt Fernando Montalvo was very patient with me. He made sure I had a satisfactory cast prior to bringing me to the lagoon to cast over fish! We caught two fish while Capt Fernando did his best to push us around the lagoon and set me up for success!
FAQs about Backwater Fly Fishing Charters
- US $385 per group, additional US $30 per person after 1 guest - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
- US $385 per group, additional US $30 per person after 1 guest - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
- US $505 per group, additional US $30 per person after 1 guest - 3/4 Day Trip (copy) (6 hours)
- US $510 per group, additional US $30 per person after 1 guest - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well
- Wireless trolling motor
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait
- Lures
- Drinks
- Fishing license
- Fly fishing equipment
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Flats fishing
- Backcountry fishing
- Light tackle
- Fly fishing (Poling available)
- Drift fishing
- Barracuda (Great)
- Cero Mackerel
- Jack Crevalle
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Ladyfish
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snook
- Tarpon
Your operator
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Backwater Tarpon PR fishing charters is currently the biggest fishing charter company in Puerto Rico. We have a 5 boat fleet with full permits, insurance & governments endorsements. We have 9 full time guides in our company, all them are fully bilingual & kiddos friendly. In combine we complete over 2,000 trips per year. We can work with groups up to 30 people between our five boats. If you want to hit the water with the pros' say no more & book with us. 'Owning and operating a fishing charter in San Juan PR is a dream come true. I was corrupted at an early age watching my fishing heroes on ESPN outdoors wrangle saltwater species of every variety – and from the time I landed my first Tarpon at the age of 6, I knew there was nothing else I'd rather do with my life.' Captain Clery Morales.
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Miguel M.
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Clery M.
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Austin K.
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Gabriel B.
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Mateo S.
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Cody J.
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Tommy F.
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How cancellations work
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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Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
How you can pay
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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:
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When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.
What’s biting in San Juan right now
Barracuda (Great)
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Ladyfish
Snapper (Mangrove)
Snook
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