Doña Nina Fishing Tours 50 Bertran

Make the most of your time in Puerto Plata and go fishing with Doña Nina Fishing Tours. Captain Carlos will be your guide, so you’ll benefit from over 40 years of professional experience.

These waters are known for Blue Marlin, Great Barracuda, Mahi Mahi, Black Marlin, White Marlin, Sailfish, Wahoo, Blackfin Tuna, and more – with any luck, you’ll hook into a few! Any fish within the legal limit is yours to keep. Plus, you can have your catch cleaned. Now that’s dinner!

During the trip, expect to go deep sea fishing. Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, they’ll take you to the best spots and provide you with everything you need to enjoy a fishing day on the water. Get ready to breathe the fresh ocean air and reel in some fun and some fish.

Kids are welcome, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. It’s never a bad idea to bring sunscreen (non-spray), a hat, bottled water, and sunglasses. Your captain will have snacks, water, beer, soft drinks, and fruit on board.

You’ll be casting lines from a 48’ Bertram with a capacity for 7 passengers. It has a fighting chair and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There’s a toilet on board for your convenience. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish. Pick-up from your hotel is included. Message the captain for details.

Doña Nina Fishing Tours will make it easy for you to go fishing in Puerto Plata. So, how about booking that trip?



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $590
    A 4-hour fishing adventure.
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Marlin (White)
    White Marlin
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Tuna (Bluefin)
    Bluefin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Marlin (Black)
    Black Marlin
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $880
    A 6-hour fishing adventure.
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Marlin (White)
    White Marlin
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Marlin (Black)
    Black Marlin
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,125
    An 8-hour fishing adventure.
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Marlin (White)
    White Marlin
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Marlin (Black)
    Black Marlin
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
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FAQs about Doña Nina Fishing Tours 50 Bertran

Doña Nina Fishing Tours 50 Bertran offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $590 per group, additional US $55 per person after 6 guests - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $880 per group, additional US $55 per person after 6 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,125 per group, additional US $55 per person after 6 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Doña Nina Fishing Tours 50 Bertran, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air Conditioning
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia System
  • Tuna Tubes
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Doña Nina Fishing Tours 50 Bertran include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • Fishing License

Doña Nina Fishing Tours 50 Bertran offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing

Doña Nina Fishing Tours 50 Bertran offers the following fishing technique:
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Doña Nina Fishing Tours 50 Bertran include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Marlin (Black)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Sailfish
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Captain

Carlos Herrera
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
69 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since October 2014
Captain Carlos Herrera grew up on the water. As a local to Puerto Plata, he's been fishing these waters for his entire life. For Carlos, becoming a licensed charter captain was an easy choice for him since Doña Nina Fishing Tours is a family-run business. Novice and seasoned anglers alike will have the day of their deep-sea fishing dreams with this local pro!

About this listing

Targeted species

Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Black) Black Marlin
Marlin (Blue) Blue Marlin

Boat specs

Bertram (Sportfishing) originally built in 1987, and restored in 2017. Powered by 2 550HP Detroit engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 20 knots.

Length
47 ft
Capacity
18 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Air Conditioning
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Snacks
Drinks
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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 included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Puerto Plata to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
No Smoking
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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
PayPal

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Excellent
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Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Satisfied with the boat
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Caught fish
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The captain canceled

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Debra M.
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Fishing trip in September

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on September 20, 2023
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1/2 Day Trip in December

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on December 22, 2023
It was a great trip. Boat was awesome, captain and mate were great! Waves were big and definitely recommend some seasickness...
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Robert B.
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Great crew. Great boat.

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on February 29, 2024
The sea was choppy and a few of us became seasick despite our use of Meclizine.  Our first mate was a knowledgeable fisherman,...
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Professional

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on December 26, 2023
The crew equipment and boat were very clean, well equipped and everything was a professional grade.  We have 3 young kids...
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