Go Tarpon Puerto Rico - 22’

Go Tarpon Puerto Rico are conveniently located at San Juan’s Cangrejos Yacht Club, and are one of the top eco-tour and fishing charter companies in Puerto Rico. They offer backcountry fishing adventures that are perfect for eco-trips, sightseeing, and tackling challenging fish. Captain Rafa will guide you to beautiful and tranquil lagoons teeming with wildlife, which are some of the country’s most exotic locations.

Go Tarpon specialize in light tackle, fly fishing, bottom fishing, jigging and popping, and offer half day, three-quarter day, and full day trips. They mostly fish for Tarpon, but you may also encounter Snook, Jack Crevalle, Snapper, Mackerel, Barracuda and more.

Their 22ft Pathfinder is a stable and spacious boat, and is powered by a 150HP Yamaha 4 Stroke engine. It can accommodate up to 4 anglers, is equipped with GPS, VHF radio, fishfinder and sonar, and features a live bait tank.

Trip price includes the use of Shimano and Penn fishing gear, fly fishing equipment, lures and live bait, fishing licence, full insurance, and drinks. The crew offer cleaning and filleting of your catch, while catch and release is also allowed. Go Tarpon’s adventures are suitable for the whole family, and they welcome all skill levels. Their goal is for you to have the best time ever, so come and enjoy Go Tarpon and the beautiful backcountry of San Juan.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Hot deal For the Holidays!!
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Oct 1 - Dec 15
    $260
    One special opportunity, in our lowest price. Using live bait, not lures. *Fly fishing available * Upon availability of bait. ** Minimum 2 persons
  • Private trip
    Half Day Sunset Fishing Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    $375
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    $375
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    $500
    As one of the leading companies of Tarpon fishing trips and tours, we will guide you through the most amazing, action packed attraction Puerto Rico has to offer. Torrecilla and San Jose Lagoons provide world-class Tarpon and Snook fishing. Troll the waters for some of the most unique and challenging fish in the world, with many different waterways intertwining through the wetlands and lagoons. There are many different breeds and types of fish, so you are sure to see and hook something new to you.
    Targeted fish
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    $725
    Depending on season and customer preference, full day trips may be split into two sections: 4 hours in the morning and 4 hours later in the day, with a break in between so as to avoid the heat. We will guide you through the most amazing, action packed attraction Puerto Rico has to offer. Torrecilla and San Jose Lagoons provide world-class Tarpon and Snook fishing. Troll the waters for some of the most unique and challenging fish in the world.
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About the Captain

Rafael Vega
San Juan, Puerto Rico
4 Fishing Reports
189 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since January 2014
I Love Fishing, I Live To Fish, I Fish For a Living.

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Cero Mackerel Cero Mackerel
Grouper (Red) Red Grouper

Boat specs

Pathfinder (Center console) originally built in 2007. Powered by a 150HP Yamaha FourStroke engine.

Length
22 ft
Capacity
5 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Ice Box
Radio
Sonar

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Upon request extra cost
Drinks
Fishing License
Fly Fishing Equipment
Upon Request

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 not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
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
PayPal
Checks
Bank Transfer

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Customer reviews

Rating Summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 181 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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Amazing experience, just do it!!!!!
Amazing experience, just do it!!!!!
Amazing experience, just do it!!!!!
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Angler Rating
158
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Anglers Claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
93%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Catch intended fish
76%
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Brittany H.
Gillette, WY
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Half Day Trip with Capt. Rafa

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on March 5, 2023
Capt. Rafael was one of the kindest souls we encountered on our Puerto Rico trip. We arrived before sunup (make sure you pee...
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Half Day With Go Tarpon Puerto Rico - 22’

VERIFIED   Half Day Sunset Fishing Trip on March 26, 2023
Always a great day to be out on the water fishing. We returned from a cruise and Captain Rafael was accommodating to get us...
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Whitney F.
Nashville, TN
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An unforgettable day.

VERIFIED   Half Day Sunset Fishing Trip on July 8, 2022
This was a surprise for my spouse and one he will never forget. Captain Vega created an experience for my family and friends...
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Michele H.
Rochester, MN
Excellent
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Half Day trip with Captain Rafa

VERIFIED   Half Day Sunset Fishing Trip on January 11, 2023
Came down here for Cousins trip and this was on top of the list of things to do. Chose Captain Rafa after reading all the previous...
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Julia D.
Alexandria, Virginia
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Wonderful from start to finish

VERIFIED   Half Day Sunset Fishing Trip on June 9, 2022
We booked an afternoon trip but after chatting with Rafael decided that an early morning trip would be better, so thankful...
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FAQs about Go Tarpon Puerto Rico - 22’

Go Tarpon Puerto Rico - 22’ offers the following trips to customers:
  • $130 per person - Hot deal For the Holidays!! (2 hours)
  • $350 per group, additional $25 per person after 1 guest - Half Day Sunset Fishing Trip (4 hours)
  • $350 per group, additional $25 per person after 1 guest - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • $475 per group, additional $25 per person after 1 guest - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • $675 per group, additional $50 per person after 1 guest - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Go Tarpon Puerto Rico - 22’, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box
  • Radio
  • Sonar

Trips booked with Go Tarpon Puerto Rico - 22’ include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks (Upon request extra cost)
  • Drinks
  • Fishing License
  • Fly Fishing Equipment (Upon Request)

Go Tarpon Puerto Rico - 22’ offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Go Tarpon Puerto Rico - 22’ offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Go Tarpon Puerto Rico - 22’ include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Cero Mackerel
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Ladyfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Mutton)
  • Snook
  • Tarpon