Maragata Charters Sportfishing 

4.7/5 (16 reviews)
 Harbour Drive, Palmas del Mar, 00791, Puerto Rico

It’s time to book an incredible adventure with Maragata Charters today. Captain Matt Quin has decades of experience to make sure you have an awesome day out with him on board his boat, “Matt’s Cat.”

Matt’s Cat is a 38’ power catamaran powered by twin Cummins 450 HP diesel engines, with a maximum capacity of 10 people. All 10 can fish comfortably, with plenty of shade, seating, and a restroom on board for your comfort. There is also full navigational equipment such as GPS, fishfinder, and radio that will keep you on fish throughout the day.

Capt. Matt specializes in both big game and light tackle fishing and enjoys the feeling of freedom his job as a captain gives him. On his trips, you can also choose to go snorkeling while fishing – just let the captain know before the day. Capt. Matt and his mate Frank both speak English and Spanish.

Most fish caught aboard Matt’s Cat fit in the range of between 10–80 pounds. There are also, however, large Marlins in these waters, which can weigh anywhere from 100 to as much as 600 pounds. Some of the more common species when fishing with Capt. Matt includes Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Billfish (Blue and White Marlin, Sailfish), Barracuda, Amberjacks, King Mackerel, and more.

All fishing equipment (and lures) for your party are supplied by Capt. Matt. Snacks and drinks are included in the price, along with a cooler filled with ice. After your trip, the crew of Matt’s Cat will be happy to clean and bag your catch for you, if you’d like to take it with you. Fishing licenses for all individuals fishing aboard Matt’s Cat are mandatory and are provided by the Captain.

There’s no better time to book – join the crew of Maragata Charters today for the trip of your life!  WE MAKE SURE YOU WILL ENJOY N BE SAFE

Matt Quin

Captain

Matt Quin

40 years of experience
 ID & credentials verified
 responds within an hour

Most popular features:

 Fishing License
 Catch cleaning & filleting
 Drinks
 Toilet
 Child Friendly
 Snorkeling Equipment
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle
 Fighting Chair
 Food (Snacks)

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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Sport Fishing Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Price for 2 people
US $800 
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Price for 2 people
US $1,020 
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Price for 2 people
US $1,270 
There are 5 people looking at this charter.

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.7/5
out of 5 stars from 16 reviews
Boat
4.7/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.6/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (11)

Excellent crew — great charter!
Excellent crew — great charter!
Excellent crew — great charter!
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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

88%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

88%

Caught fish

63%

Showing 1 - 5 of 16 reviews
Steve S.
Steve S.

Trujillo Alto, Puerto Rico

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Excellent crew — great charter!

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (PM) on March 21, 2022

Took 5 young anglers (ages 10-15) out for a half day on the continental shelf. Captain Matt and his crew mate Jeremy were outstanding. Put us on top of some great spots and the boys reeled in barracuda, mackerel and amberjack. Successful and memorable morning on the beautiful deep blue waters off Vieques. We’ve hired several charters in FL, SC, etc, and this was by far the best crew we’ve encountered. Easy going, professional and fun.

Took 5 young anglers (ages 10-15) out for a half day on the continental shelf. Captain Matt and his crew mate Jeremy were outstanding. Put us on top of some great spots and the boys reeled in barracuda, mackerel and amberjack. Successful and memorable morning on the beautiful deep blue waters off Vieques. We’ve hired several charters in FL, SC, etc, and this was by far the best crew we’ve encountered. Easy going, professional and fun.  

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 Steve S. recommends Maragata Charters Sportfishing
Matt Quin
Matt Quin (The Captain)
Replied on March 22, 2022
STEVE. YOU ALL WERE EXELENT, WELCOME. CAPT MATT

Scottye C.
Scottye C.

Galena, OH

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Half day trip

VERIFIED

Sport Fishing Half Day Trip (AM) on July 17, 2023

Awesome experience! Would highly recommend them! Jerry did everything he could to make our trip enjoyable. Captain Mat made sure we went to the places that had the best opportunities. Great boat! Highly recommend!

Awesome experience! Would highly recommend them! Jerry did everything he could to make our trip enjoyable. Captain Mat made sure we went to the places that had the best opportunities. Great boat! Highly recommend!  

 Scottye C. recommends Maragata Charters Sportfishing
Matt Quin
Matt Quin (The Captain)
Replied on July 29, 2023
HI MR. CASH IT IS MY 100% PLEASURE WELCOME THANK

David W.
David W.

Glen Allen, VA

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Half Day with Captain Matt

VERIFIED

Sport Fishing Half Day Trip (AM) on July 14, 2023

Had a blast finishing with captain Matt. 9 of us went out, 5 caught fish. The captain was great, easy to work with and took care of every thing.

Had a blast finishing with captain Matt. 9 of us went out, 5 caught fish. The captain was great, easy to work with and took care of every thing.  

 David W. recommends Maragata Charters Sportfishing
Matt Quin
Matt Quin (The Captain)
Replied on July 15, 2023
EXELENT! WELCOME ANY TIME, MY PIEASURE

Yorell M.
Yorell M.

Hormigueros, Puerto Rico

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

3/4 trip fishing and snorkeling

VERIFIED

3/4 Day Trip on August 5, 2022

Spectacular trip. They were very accommodating to a big group of eight. All the reels were managed well. We caught pretty good number of fish. Even got some snorkeling in at the reefs.

Spectacular trip. They were very accommodating to a big group of eight. All the reels were managed well. We caught pretty good number of fish. Even got some snorkeling in at the reefs.  

 Yorell M. recommends Maragata Charters Sportfishing

Andrew J.
Andrew J.

West Chester, PA

4.7/5

Experience:

4.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

6 hour fishing and snorkeling

VERIFIED

3/4 Day Trip on August 22, 2022

I had my son and daughter and 5 3/4 year old granddaughter and it was awesome. My grandaughter caught a fish and snorkeled for the first time! Captain & crew were amazing! Thank You !!!!!

I had my son and daughter and 5 3/4 year old granddaughter and it was awesome. My grandaughter caught a fish and snorkeled for the first time! Captain & crew were amazing! Thank You !!!!!  

 Andrew J. recommends Maragata Charters Sportfishing
Matt Quin
Matt Quin (The Captain)
Replied on August 25, 2022
EXELENTE!!! WELCOME ANY TIME

FAQs about Maragata Charters Sportfishing

What are the trip rates for Maragata Charters Sportfishing?

Maragata Charters Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $400 per person - Sport Fishing Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $510 per person - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $635 per person - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Maragata Charters Sportfishing?

When you book a trip with Maragata Charters Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • Toilet
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Snorkeling Equipment Available on all trips
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with Maragata Charters Sportfishing?

Trips booked with Maragata Charters Sportfishing include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures (Also, frozen bait prepared in advance)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks (Dry snacks)
  • Drinks ( Water, soda, beer)
  • First Mate (Works for tips, industry standard is 20%)
  • Fishing License
What types of fishing does Maragata Charters Sportfishing offer?

Maragata Charters Sportfishing offers the following types of fishing:

  • Inshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
What fishing techniques does Maragata Charters Sportfishing offer?

Maragata Charters Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Trolling
  • Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Maragata Charters Sportfishing?

Top targeted fish species with Maragata Charters Sportfishing include:

  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Sailfish
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Matt Quin

Palmas del Mar, Puerto Rico

ID & license verified
16 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since January 2014

"I just feel free to do boating and relax." Captain Matt Quin was born in San Juan and has been fishing these waters his whole life. For over 3 decades he has been running charters. For him, this doesn't even feel like a job – he is having fun and making people happy, which makes him happy in turn.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
White Marlin
White Marlin
Sailfish
Sailfish
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Catamarans
Capacity
10 persons
Boat length
38 ft
Year built
1998
Restored in
2017
Boat manufacturer
Benchmark
Boat type
Catamaran

Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
2 x 450HP
Max cruising speed
32 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing

Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle

Heavy Tackle

Trolling

Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet

Fighting Chair

GPS

Fishfinder

Flybridge

Snorkeling Equipment

Available on all trips

Outriggers

Ice Box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Lures

Also, frozen bait prepared in advance

Catch cleaning & filleting

Snacks

Dry snacks

Drinks

Water, soda, beer

First Mate

Works for tips, industry standard is 20%

Fishing License

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

No min. age

No Smoking

Catch and Release Allowed

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

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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