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!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    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)
    US $640
    These shorter trips will see you targeting Pompano, Barracuda, King Mackerel, and Jacks. If you wish to go after bigger fish let the captain know before the trip. On the trip, rods, reels, drinks, and snacks will all be provided. The captain will let you know which fish can be taken home.
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Pompano
    Pompano
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    US $640
    Have a lie in and still be able to target some great fish, including Barracuda, Pompano, King Mackerel, and Jacks. Everything is provided for you, from fishing gear and tackle to the refreshments to the fishing license.
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Pompano
    Pompano
  • Private trip
    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)
    US $870
    Head further out for Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo, Barracuda, and more. All rods and reels, lures, and bait are included. Even the refreshments and fishing license for the day are provided.
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    US $1,090
    You'll head out a maximum of 17 miles to target Marlin, Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, Tuna, and more. The longer time on the water gives you the best chance to catch your trophy fish. All fishing gear and tackle is supplied, as well as drinks, light snacks, and even your fishing license for the day.
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Marlin (White)
    White Marlin
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
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FAQs about Maragata Charters

Maragata Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $320 per person - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $320 per person - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $435 per person - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $545 per person - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Maragata Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Snorkeling Equipment Available on all trips
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Maragata Charters 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

Maragata Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing

Maragata Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Trolling
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Maragata Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Sailfish
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Captain

Matt Quin
Palmas del Mar, Puerto Rico
16 Customer reviews
Response time 9 hours
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.

About this listing

Targeted species

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

Boat specs

Benchmark (Catamaran) originally built in 1998, and restored in 2017. Powered by 2 450HP Cummins engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 32 knots.

Length
38 ft
Capacity
10 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Snorkeling Equipment
Available on all trips

Trip includes

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

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
No min. age
No Smoking
Crew Keeps Catch
Half customer and half crew
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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.

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 16 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (11)
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Angler rating
12
2
1
0
0
Anglers claimed
Good experience
88%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
88%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
63%
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Scottye C.
Galena, OH
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day trip

VERIFIED   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...
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David W.
Glen Allen, VA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half Day with Captain Matt

VERIFIED   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...
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Steve S.
Trujillo Alto, Puerto Rico
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
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...
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Yorell M.
Hormigueros, Puerto Rico
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
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...
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Andrew J.
West Chester, PA
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
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...
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