Flying Fish Charters 

5.0/5 (49 reviews)
 24 Kaya J. N. E. Craane, Kralendijk, Bonaire

If you’ve never considered fishing in Bonaire before, then that’s all about to change with Flying Fish Charters! Captain Brian Boe, the man behind the helm of this charter, prides himself on customer service and top-quality equipment. Each trip can be customized to suit your wishes and Capt. Brian will do whatever it takes to show you a great day on the water.

Your adventure will take place aboard the "Flying Fish," a whopping 42’ offshore sportfishing vessel that’s capable of accommodating up to 10 guests. She’s comfortable, clean, spacious, and decked out with an air-conditioned cabin, a marine head, and a full galley with a refrigerator. Bring along your friends and family and get ready to fish in style!

The Flying Fish also has all the required safety equipment, including a life raft, life jackets, throw rings, engine room fire suppression system, EPIRB, and VHF radio. There’s cooler and refrigerator space on board, which will come in handy for guests that want to take some catch back to land!

When it comes to your adventure, the waters off Bonaire get deep very quickly, which maximizes your fishing time. Marlin, Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, and Tuna are often caught just minutes from the dock. You’ll mostly be trolling live baits, dead baits, straight lures, or a combination of lures and baits, and can also sight cast with spinning rods and fly rods. When bottom fishing, you’ll jig or fish baits.

Guests of all ages and angling abilities are welcome aboard, so don’t worry if you’re a newbie to all things fishing-related – your captain will be on hand to show you the ropes. You’ll soon be casting your line like a pro!

Each trip includes top-quality fishing gear, water, soft drinks, and snacks. When you return to the dock, your captain will clean and bag all of the fish you wish to take with you. Your fishing license is covered, so all that’s left is to come discover Bonaire and its incredible angling opportunities with Flying Fish Charters!

Flying Fish Charters

Charter Operator

Flying Fish Charters

27 years of experience

Most popular features:

 Fishing License
 Live Bait
 You Keep Catch
 Catch cleaning & filleting
 Drinks
 Toilet
 Child Friendly
 Air Conditioning
 Snorkeling Equipment
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle
 Food (Snacks)

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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4 Hour Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip Oct 15 - Apr 30
US $640 
Entire boat: up to 10 people
5 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $800 
Entire boat: up to 10 people
6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip Oct 15 - Apr 30
US $960 
Entire boat: up to 10 people
8 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip Oct 15 - Apr 30
US $1,280 
Entire boat: up to 10 people
10 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip Oct 15 - Apr 30
US $1,600 
Entire boat: up to 10 people
12 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip Oct 15 - Apr 30
US $1,920 
Entire boat: up to 10 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 49 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (63)

Rough day on the water
Great guys
Great guys
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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

81%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

98%

Caught fish

87%

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Michael K.
Michael K.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

A Great Experience

VERIFIED

4 Hour Trip (PM) on December 26, 2024

Brian and his crew took us out for big game fishing in the deep waters of Bonaire. First we fished the calm waters of the harbor and we landed a bounty of lively bait fish. When another boat came up without baitfish, Brian generously shated some of what we caught and both boats went off for fishing. The setup for Sailfish is elaborate and the crew knew exactly what to do. We saw flying fish, frigate birds and trolled the fishing grounds. Unfortunately we were only visited by one sailfish ( which we did not hookup). Afterward we fished the calm waters at the National Park for Triggerfish and Red Snapper while eating sandwiches, fresh fruit, and chips. Alas, we would not go home empty handed! On the cruise home the local Boobies feasted on the flying fish the boat stirred up. Thanks Brian for treating us like Pros. We have seen the lifestyle, thanks for sharing the boat the gear and your knowledge at a reasonable price.

Brian and his crew took us out for big game fishing in the deep waters of Bonaire. First we fished the calm waters of the harbor and we landed a bounty of lively bait fish. When another boat came up without baitfish, Brian generously shated some of what we caught and both boats went off for fishing. The setup for Sailfish is elaborate and the crew knew exactly what to do. We saw flying fish, frigate birds and trolled the fishing grounds. Unfortunately we were only visited by one sailfish...  

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 Michael K. recommends Flying Fish Charters

Ross O.
Ross O.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Brian & Mike made my birthday!

VERIFIED

6 Hour Trip on February 28, 2025

Had the most amazing time with Brian and first mate Mike. The boat was set up with everything I could ask for, we chatted about what I was hoping to get from the day and got to it. Throughout the day there were pointers and advice when I asked for it. I learned a huge amount, caught some beautiful fish and felt incredibly well cared for. Would wholeheartedly recommend Brian, his boat and crew to anyone visiting the island.

Had the most amazing time with Brian and first mate Mike. The boat was set up with everything I could ask for, we chatted about what I was hoping to get from the day and got to it. Throughout the day there were pointers and advice when I asked for it. I learned a huge amount, caught some beautiful fish and felt incredibly well cared for. Would wholeheartedly recommend Brian, his boat and crew to anyone visiting the island.  

 Ross O. recommends Flying Fish Charters

Ann F. D.
Ann F. D.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

What a Merry Christmas! We loved it

VERIFIED

4 Hour Trip (PM) on December 25, 2024

Brian and his crew were amazing. They were so hospitable and accommodating. We came to Bonaire on a cruise- Christmas Day! Of our family of five, 3 were going deep sea fishing for the first time. The boat was loaded with refreshments- even a special Christmas bread. John explained everything he was doing with the bait and tackle to attract different types of fish, and also pointed out interesting facts about Bonaire. We loved the PA connection.In our 4 hour trip, everyone had a chance to reel in a fish! I would highly recommend this charter!

Brian and his crew were amazing. They were so hospitable and accommodating. We came to Bonaire on a cruise- Christmas Day! Of our family of five, 3 were going deep sea fishing for the first time. The boat was loaded with refreshments- even a special Christmas bread. John explained everything he was doing with the bait and tackle to attract different types of fish, and also pointed out interesting facts about Bonaire. We loved the PA connection.In our 4 hour trip, everyone had a chance to reel...  

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 Ann F. D. recommends Flying Fish Charters

John J.
John J.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Boat, crew and fishing were all top notch!

VERIFIED

6 Hour Trip on February 11, 2025

Captain Brian, Mike and Rylie did a great job. We landed 7 yellow fin tuna and ended the night with 4 tunas on 4 poles at once, caught them all! It was my friends first time fishing on the ocean and the crew did a great job teaching and cheering her on. Highly recommend this charter regardless of your experience level fishing.

Captain Brian, Mike and Rylie did a great job. We landed 7 yellow fin tuna and ended the night with 4 tunas on 4 poles at once, caught them all! It was my friends first time fishing on the ocean and the crew did a great job teaching and cheering her on. Highly recommend this charter regardless of your experience level fishing.  

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 John J. recommends Flying Fish Charters

Rebecca B.
Rebecca B.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fantastic

VERIFIED

4 Hour Trip (PM) on March 17, 2025

We had such a great time! We didn’t have a lot of fishing experience but they were supportive and gave us great instruction. We ended up in the end knowing what we were doing and having a bunch of fish to show for it. They positively included everyone. Very professional.

We had such a great time! We didn’t have a lot of fishing experience but they were supportive and gave us great instruction. We ended up in the end knowing what we were doing and having a bunch of fish to show for it. They positively included everyone. Very professional.  

 Rebecca B. recommends Flying Fish Charters
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FAQs about Flying Fish Charters

What are the trip rates for Flying Fish Charters?

Flying Fish Charters offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $640 per group, additional US $40 per person after 6 guests - 4 Hour Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $50 per person after 6 guests - 5 Hour Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $960 per group, additional US $60 per person after 6 guests - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,280 per group, additional US $80 per person after 6 guests - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $100 per person after 6 guests - 10 Hour Trip (10 hours)
  • US $1,920 per group, additional US $120 per person after 6 guests - 12 Hour Trip (12 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Flying Fish Charters?

When you book a trip with Flying Fish Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • Toilet
  • Air Conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Snorkeling Equipment
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar
What's included in the trip price with Flying Fish Charters?

Trips booked with Flying Fish Charters include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License
  • Fly Fishing Equipment
What types of fishing does Flying Fish Charters offer?

Flying Fish Charters offers the following types of fishing:

  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing (We bottom fish outside the marine park)
What fishing techniques does Flying Fish Charters offer?

Flying Fish Charters offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Flying Fish Charters?

Top targeted fish species with Flying Fish Charters include:

  • Amberjack
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Snowy)
  • Jack (Almaco)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Queen Snapper (Caribbean)
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Mutton)
  • Swordfish
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your operator

Flying Fish Charters

Kralendijk, Bonaire

1 Fishing Report
49 Customer reviews
Response time 4 hours
Member since October 2019

"I've worked in fishing tourism for my entire adult life. My career includes Florida, Alaska, and the Caribbean." Captain Brian Boe has been charter fishing since 1998, and has a wealth of angling experience under his belt. He fished all over Florida and Alaska before deciding to relocate to Bonaire. He's taken part in plenty of fishing tournaments, including Destin's famous Rodeo and Bonaire's Nos Ku Nos, and loves being able to teach people the skills he's mastered. As well as this, he also loves introducing his guests to fishing, and to Bonaire – he loves showing off this island and its secret angling opportunities!

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Snowy Grouper
Snowy Grouper
Almaco Jack
Almaco Jack
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
White Marlin
White Marlin
Caribbean Queen Snapper
Caribbean Queen Snapper
Sailfish
Sailfish
Mutton Snapper
Mutton Snapper
Swordfish
Swordfish
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
10 persons
Boat length
42 ft
Year built
1985
Boat manufacturer
Bertram
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Detroit
Powered by
2 x 425HP
Max cruising speed
18 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing

Offshore Fishing

Reef Fishing

We bottom fish outside the marine park

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle

Heavy Tackle

Bottom Fishing

Trolling

Spinning

Jigging

Popping

Fly Fishing

Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet

Air Conditioning

GPS

Fishfinder

Bed

Flybridge

Snorkeling Equipment

Live Bait Well

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Multimedia System

Outriggers

Ice Box

Radar

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Live Bait

Lures

Catch cleaning & filleting

Snacks

Drinks

First Mate

Fishing License

Fly Fishing Equipment

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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation

Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.

Child Friendly

All ages

You Keep Catch

Catch and Release Allowed

Catch and Release Mandatory

All Marlin are released

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

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