It might seem impossible to make your Aruban vacation even better. Tropical beaches, crystal water, and sunshine all day – what more could you ask for? Take things to the next level by spending a day with "Tropic Charters" and see just how exciting things get when you go beyond the shoreline!

Hop aboard a 42’ Ocean Yachts convertible, which can accommodate up to 6 guests. This spacious fishing machine was restored in 2019 and is equipped with the latest navigational electronics. She also features twin 450 HP Detroit engines that get you where you want to go in no time.

To make your stay on the boat even more comfortable, there’s a fully functional kitchen, a private bathroom, a huge lounge area, and two bedrooms with king-sized beds. This beautiful vessel is literally a floating house equipped with top-notch fishing gear!

You’ll go after Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Marlin, Sailfish, Wahoo, and Barracuda in these productive waters. It all depends on the season, your angling skills, and sometimes a little luck. Your captain is also happy to clean enough catch for you to take home for dinner at the end of the trip.

You’ll be provided with Penn reels, Scalibur rods, and a variety of lures. There are already some soft drinks on the boat, but feel free to bring your own beverages and food. Anglers of all skill levels and families with children are welcome! Kids must be at least 3 years old!

Pick a trip with Tropic Charters and enjoy your vacation to the fullest!



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $500
    It's all about exploring the south side of the island on this 4-hour trip! Take advantage of the productive morning bite and target the likes of Kingfish, Amberjack, and Little Tunny. Your fishing equipment is already on board and there are also some soft drinks to help yourself to. This is great trip for novice anglers and families with children!
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    In demand! Last booked: 6 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $750
    Give yourself a couple of extra hours on the water to explore the north and east ends of Aruba! You'll head further out to target Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Wahoo, and Barracuda. Trolling is the best technique here and all of your fishing equipment is already on board. Feel free to help yourself to the soft drinks the crew brings along or bring your own!
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,000
    For the hardcore anglers looking to land a trophy – this is the trip for you! Explore either the eastern or southern side of the island to target Marlin, Sailfish, Tuna, Wahoo, Swordfish, and Barracuda! Reel in a catch you're proud of with gear provided by the crew. There are some soft drinks already on board and you're free to bring along any other drinks and snacks you'd like.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 201 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
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Finally got a Wahoo!
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Good experience
88%
Friendly captain
97%
Recommend this charter
92%
Appropriate for children
79%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish
76%
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Robert K.
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My first Barracuda!!!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on January 23, 2025
What can I say, 3 years in a row!!! Capt Kenneth and his MOST EXCELLENT MATE DENIS ARE AWESOME!!! They both work tirelessly...
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Frank K.
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Great Time!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on August 6, 2024
Had a great time with Ken and Dennis. They were great to hang out and chat with. We dropped lines 10 minutes from leaving the...
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Steve C.
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Great day on the water!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 18, 2024
We’ve taken fishing trips were we’ve had to stop at a store to buy enough fish for dinner and we’ve had a few trips where...
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Michael S.
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Great time.

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on January 27, 2024
This was the 3rd time I’ve gone out with the same crew. Caught a nice Waho and a Tuna. They took care of setting all the...
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Eric C.
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Finally got a Wahoo!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on January 24, 2025
Had a great day with the crew. Very knowledgeable and put us on fish. I would 100 percent fish with these guys again. Clean...
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FAQs about Tropic Charters

Tropic Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Tropic Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet We have an enclosed electric toilet. This is not like a home toilet, so please all toilet paper in to the bin.
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Refrigerator
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Tropic Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Penn reels and Scalibur rods)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (No we don't charge, this is done at the dock.)
  • Drinks (Water, soda)
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License (No need for fishing licences here In Aruba)

Tropic Charters offers the following type of fishing:
  • Offshore Fishing (We rarely go more then 8 miles offshore. The deepest water is close to the Island.)

Tropic Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Trolling (all we do is Trolling, boat is rigged up for that )
  • Deep Sea Fishing (Is NOT bottom fishing,do research before booking )

Top targeted fish species with Tropic Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Little Tunny (False Albacore)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Sailfish
  • Swordfish
  • Tuna (Albacore)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Kenneth Pichardo
Oranjestad, Aruba
11 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
201 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since March 2020
Captain Kenneth was born in Curacao and has fished in the area since he was a teenager. His father and brother owned a boat and he started running trips as soon as he finished school. Earlier in his career, he actively participated in fishing tournaments but has since decided to dedicate himself fully to guiding. His job allows him to meet new people every day and teach them how to land their dream catch!

The fish you can target

Amberjack Amberjack
Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)

What the boat is like

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
42 ft
Year built
1982
Restored in
2019
Boat manufacturer
Ocean Yachts
Boat type
Convertible

Engine model
Detroit
Powered by
2 x 450HP
Max cruising speed
24 knots

Which types of fishing are offered

Offshore Fishing
We rarely go more then 8 miles offshore. The deepest water is close to the Island.

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Trolling
all we do is Trolling, boat is rigged up for that
Deep Sea Fishing
Is NOT bottom fishing,do research before booking

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
We have an enclosed electric toilet. This is not like a home toilet, so please all toilet paper in to the bin.
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Penn reels and Scalibur rods
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
No we don't charge, this is done at the dock.
Drinks
Water, soda
First Mate
Fishing License
No need for fishing licences here In Aruba

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 not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
From ages 3 years or older, life vests provided
You Keep Catch
We encourage clients to have dinner with catch
Crew Keeps Catch
Crew keeps rest of the fish
Catch and Release Allowed
Mandatory for Billfish

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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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Wahooo
Wahooo
January 24, 2025
Had a nice whopper wahoo today, thanks guys !!!
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Smoker
Smoker
January 22, 2025
Got a few Kingfish today !!!
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