Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing

If you’ve heard about Tarpon fishing and would like to know what all the fuss is about, then look no further than Backwater Tarpon Fishing Charters.

Operated by Captain Clery, they are your resident experts when it comes to tackling the Silver King in his own backyard.

You’ll be fishing on a 20’ Hydra-Sports bay boat that is powered by a single 150 HP Suzuki engine. This vessel is perfect for Tarpon fishing as the flat deck gives you enough freedom to walk effortlessly around the boat while minimizing the risk of falling and/or getting the line tangled.

This vast lagoon is perfectly suited for marine life, providing infinite sources of bait all year round for the resident fish. Targeting the Silver King will be your main priority, but there are other fish around as well. The local Tarpon population can range anywhere from 20 lbs all the way up to 150 lbs.

Captain Clery will provide you with all the necessary rods, reels, and terminal tackle you’ll need for a fun time on the water. All you need to bring is a pair of polarized sunglasses, some sunscreen, and a go-getter attitude.

Once you’ve danced with the Silver King, you’ll be hooked for life.



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    2 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $275
    This fast-paced trip involves two hours of fishing some of the best inshore waters around. Your main target is the Silver King & Snooks, but it's not the only one out there. Live bait, dead bait & lures are included. Fly rods are available upon request.
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Ladyfish
    Ladyfish
  • Private trip
    2 Hour Trip (Noon)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 1:30 PM
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $275
    This fast-paced trip involves two hours of fishing some of the best inshore waters around. Your main target is the Silver King & Snook, but it's not the only one out there. Live bait, dead bait & lures are included. Fly rods are available upon request.
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Ladyfish
    Ladyfish
  • Private trip
    2 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $305
    This fast-paced trip involves two hours of fishing some of the best inshore waters around. Your main target is the Silver King & Snooks, but it's not the only one out there. Live bait, dead bait & lures are included. Fly rods are available upon request.
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Ladyfish
    Ladyfish
  • Private trip
    2 Hour Trip (Noon)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 11:30 AM
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $280
    This fast-paced trip involves two hours of fishing some of the best inshore waters around. Your main target is the Silver King & Snook, but it's not the only one out there. Live bait, dead bait & lures are included. Fly rods are available upon request.
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Ladyfish
    Ladyfish
  • Private trip
    2 Hour Trip (Noon) (copy)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 3:30 PM
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $280
    This fast-paced trip involves two hours of fishing some of the best inshore waters around. Your main target is the Silver King & Snook, but it's not the only one out there. Live bait, dead bait & lures are included. Fly rods are available upon request.
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Ladyfish
    Ladyfish
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $335
    This fast-paced trip involves four hours of fishing some of the best inshore waters around. Your main target is the Silver King & Snook, but it's not the only one out there. Live bait, dead bait & lures are included. Fly rods are available upon request.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Lake Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Fly Fishing
    Popping
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Ladyfish
    Ladyfish
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:15 PM
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $335
    This fast-paced trip involves four hours of fishing some of the best inshore waters around. Your main target is the Silver King & Snook, but it's not the only one out there. Live bait, dead bait & lures are included. Fly rods are available upon request.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Lake Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Fly Fishing
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Ladyfish
    Ladyfish
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $505
    The perfect middle ground between longer and shorter trips, the 6-hour trip gives you that extra edge you need for the best results. The Silver King & Snook is your main target, but you might see other species too.
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Ladyfish
    Ladyfish
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $505
    The perfect middle ground between longer and shorter trips, the 6-hour trip gives you that extra edge you need for the best results. The Silver King & Snook is your main target, but you might see other species too.
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Ladyfish
    Ladyfish
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 15 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Alex is the Best
Alex is the Best
Great trip!!
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Angler rating
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Zachariah D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Awesome vibes and even better fishing. 5 star

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (PM) on February 8, 2024
One of the best charters I’ve ever taken. Capt Fernando was incredible. Prompt, profesional, patient and a true fishing addict....
Zachariah D. recommends Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing
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Donald M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great day on the water

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip (AM) on December 5, 2024
Alex was a great guide..alot of local knowledge etc…as we said..had 3 hits..hooked a large one est.  70lbs…but spit the...
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Gerry Y.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Alex is the Best

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on August 27, 2024
If you have never caught a Tarpon you need to have Alex take you out he puts you on the fish. Even after losing some because...
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Jeff K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip!!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (AM) on July 16, 2024
Tony was extremely knowledgeable and helpful.  I fish frequently but have never fished for Tarpon.  He started the trip by...
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Jesse S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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4 hour am

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 11, 2024
Within 20 minutes of leaving the dock was hooked up to an 80+ lb tarpon. Trip surpassed my expectations. Capt Tommy found out...
Jesse S. recommends Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing
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FAQs about Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing

Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $275 per group, additional US $25 per person after 3 guests - 2 Hour Trip (AM) (2 hours)
  • US $275 per group, additional US $25 per person after 3 guests - 2 Hour Trip (Noon) (2 hours)
  • US $280 per group, additional US $25 per person after 1 guest - 2 Hour Trip (AM) (2 hours)
  • US $280 per group, additional US $25 per person after 3 guests - 2 Hour Trip (Noon) (2 hours)
  • US $280 per group, additional US $25 per person after 3 guests - 2 Hour Trip (Noon) (copy) (2 hours)
  • US $335 per group, additional US $25 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $335 per group, additional US $25 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $475 per group, additional US $30 per person after 1 guest - 6 Hour Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $475 per group, additional US $30 per person after 1 guest - 6 Hour Trip (PM) (6 hours)

When you book a trip with Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Drinks
  • Fishing License
  • Fly Fishing Equipment

Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing
  • Drift Fishing
  • Bowfishing

Top targeted fish species with Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing include:
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Ladyfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Tarpon

Your operator

Backwater Tarpon Fishing PR
San Juan, Puerto Rico
68 Fishing Reports
605 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since January 2015
"Owning and operating a fishing charter in San Juan PR is a dream come true. I was corrupted at an early age watching my fishing heroes on ESPN outdoors wrangle saltwater species of every variety – and from the time I landed my first Tarpon at the age of 6, I knew there was nothing else I’d rather do with my life." Captain Clery Morales
Our Team
Fernando M.
Captain
Hiram A.
Captain
Miguel M.
Captain
Luis G.
Captain
Clery M.
Captain
Jorge M.
Captain
Austin K.
Captain

The fish you can target

Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle
Ladyfish Ladyfish
Snapper (Mangrove) Mangrove Snapper
Snook Snook

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
20 ft
Year built
2009
Restored in
2023
Boat manufacturer
Hydra-Sports
Boat type
Bay boat

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
46 knots

Which types of fishing are offered

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

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

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Ice Box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Drinks
Fishing License
Fly Fishing Equipment

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

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