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.
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Backwater Tarpon Fishing PR
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
92%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
90%
Caught fish
80%
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2 Hour Trip (Noon) on June 24, 2025
My boyfriend and I went fishing on our last day in Puerto Rico, and were lucky enough to have Captain Abi. He was so attentive, personable, helpful and even brought us lunch! He was totally fluent in English) my boyfriend is fluent but I speak no Spanish..) and was a great captain. We felt safe, educated and comfortable the whole time. Would highly recommend not only Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing but also to request Abi specifically. We will never forget our trip or Abi!
My boyfriend and I went fishing on our last day in Puerto Rico, and were lucky enough to have Captain Abi. He was so attentive, personable, helpful and even brought us lunch! He was totally fluent in English) my boyfriend is fluent but I speak no Spanish..) and was a great captain. We felt safe, educated and comfortable the whole time. Would highly recommend not only Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing but also to request Abi specifically. We will never forget our trip or Abi!
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4 Hour Trip (AM) on March 31, 2025
Capt Fernando Montalvo Was awesome. Very knowledgable put me right in the fish. Hooked up to a tarpon within 15 mins. And another 2 throughout the trip. After sitting with cut bait we moved to another spot we’re capt Fernando put me right on top of a frenzy of tarpon. I wanted to use my new custom rod I built just for this trip and I landed a nice 3ft tarpon on a topwater spook which is the best feeling ever. After missing a few more bites my topwater got demolished by a trophy triple digit tarpon. I fought it for a couple mins getting great videos of my rod and the fish jumping before it broke off. It was the best trip I could have asked for in Puerto Rico. I will definitely be booking next time I visit. 10/10 all around. Friendly fun and even taught me the fg knot wait waiting for a bite. Thanks again man.
Capt Fernando Montalvo Was awesome. Very knowledgable put me right in the fish. Hooked up to a tarpon within 15 mins. And another 2 throughout the trip. After sitting with cut bait we moved to another spot we’re capt Fernando put me right on top of a frenzy of tarpon. I wanted to use my new custom rod I built just for this trip and I landed a nice 3ft tarpon on a topwater spook which is the best feeling ever. After missing a few more bites my topwater got demolished by a trophy triple digit...
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2 Hour Trip (AM) on June 29, 2025
Captain Fernado was awesome. He was very friendly and enjoyable to have on the boat. My son caught 2 fish and missed 5 others. My side of the boat only had one quick hit and that was it. We had a really good time. We only did a 2-hour trip, I would highly recommend doing a 4-hour trip. The fish were biting really well towards the end but it was time for us to go because there was another group booked 30 minutes after us. I would definitely go again especially if Fernando was the captain.
Captain Fernado was awesome. He was very friendly and enjoyable to have on the boat. My son caught 2 fish and missed 5 others. My side of the boat only had one quick hit and that was it. We had a really good time. We only did a 2-hour trip, I would highly recommend doing a 4-hour trip. The fish were biting really well towards the end but it was time for us to go because there was another group booked 30 minutes after us. I would definitely go again especially if Fernando was the captain....
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4 Hour Trip (PM) on July 5, 2025
Alibi is an excellent captain. Very professional and knowledgeable. He knows his profession well. He is very accommodating and made the trip go well for me and my 3 teenage boys. We only caught one fish, but that is fishing for you. Overall a great experience!
Alibi is an excellent captain. Very professional and knowledgeable. He knows his profession well. He is very accommodating and made the trip go well for me and my 3 teenage boys. We only caught one fish, but that is fishing for you. Overall a great experience!
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4 Hour Trip (AM) on February 4, 2025
We had Captain Miguel who was absolutely awesome!! Helped me get a good technique going quickly, had great advice and tips for casting, targeting, etc. He was very knowledgeable and friendly, my step dad was very impressed at how nimble he was to handle everything and make it looks easy!! Caught 2 Tarpon, 2 snook (MASSIVE ONES) and 1 mangrove snapper. Had the time of my life doing it!!
We had Captain Miguel who was absolutely awesome!! Helped me get a good technique going quickly, had great advice and tips for casting, targeting, etc. He was very knowledgeable and friendly, my step dad was very impressed at how nimble he was to handle everything and make it looks easy!! Caught 2 Tarpon, 2 snook (MASSIVE ONES) and 1 mangrove snapper. Had the time of my life doing it!!
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San Juan, Puerto Rico
"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
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Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Kids above 3yrs old are more than welcome aboard. Any kids under 12yrs old will be required to wear a PFD 1 life jacket.
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