Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing 

4.7/5 (41 reviews)
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 Cooperativa de Pescadores Ramp., San Juan, 00772, Puerto Rico
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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.

Backwater Tarpon Fishing PR

Charter Operator

Backwater Tarpon Fishing PR

20 years of experience
 responds within an hour

Highlights

 Fishing License
 Live Bait
 Drinks
 Child Friendly
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle

Plan your trip

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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2 Hour Trip (Noon)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 Hour Trip, starts at 11:30 AM
Price for up to 3 people
US $275 
2 Hour Trip (Noon)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 Hour Trip, starts at 1:30 PM
Price for up to 3 people
US $275 
2 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Price for up to 3 people
US $279 
2 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Price for up to 3 people
US $280 
2 Hour Trip (Noon) (copy)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 Hour Trip, starts at 3:30 PM
Price for up to 3 people
US $280 
4 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Price for up to 3 people
US $375 
4 Hour Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:15 PM
Price for up to 3 people
US $375 
EARLY LURES & SWIMBAITS TRIP 4HRS
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 5:45 AM
Price for up to 3 people
US $390 
6 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Price for 2 people
US $499 
6 Hour Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
Price for up to 3 people
US $499 
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.7/5
out of 5 stars from 41 reviews
Boat
4.6/5
Crew
4.8/5
Experience
4.7/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (41)

Great experience
Great experience
Abi (with two bs) was a fantastic captain.
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Angler rating

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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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Caitlynn M.
Caitlynn M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Captain Abi was AMAZING!

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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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 Caitlynn M. recommends Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing

Alexander U.
Alexander U.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

10/10 would recommend. Awesome knowledgable captain.

VERIFIED

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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 Alexander U. recommends Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing

Brian M.
Brian M.
4.3/5

Experience:

3.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Enjoyable

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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....  

 Brian M. recommends Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing

Jason W.
Jason W.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great experience

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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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Oscar N.
Oscar N.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

First charter, and will not be my last!

VERIFIED

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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FAQs about Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing

What are the trip rates for Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing?

Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $275 per group, additional US $30 per person after 3 guests - 2 Hour Trip (Noon) (2 hours)
  • US $275 per group, additional US $30 per person after 3 guests - 2 Hour Trip (Noon) (2 hours)
  • US $279 per group, additional US $35 per person after 3 guests - 2 Hour Trip (AM) (2 hours)
  • US $280 per group, additional US $30 per person after 3 guests - 2 Hour Trip (AM) (2 hours)
  • US $280 per group, additional US $30 per person after 3 guests - 2 Hour Trip (Noon) (copy) (2 hours)
  • US $375 per group, additional US $30 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $375 per group, additional US $25 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $390 per group, additional US $25 per person after 3 guests - EARLY LURES & SWIMBAITS TRIP 4HRS (4 hours)
  • US $499 per group, additional US $30 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $499 per group, additional US $30 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip (PM) (6 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing?

When you book a trip with Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing?

Trips booked with Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Drinks (Waters & gatorades will be provided )
  • Fishing License (No fishing license required in Puerto Rico )
  • Fly Fishing Equipment
What types of fishing does Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing offer?

Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing offers the following types of fishing:

  • River Fishing
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing
What fishing techniques does Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing offer?

Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing
  • Drift Fishing
  • Bowfishing
Which fish species can I catch with Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing?

Top targeted fish species with Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing include:

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

Meet your operator

Backwater Tarpon Fishing PR

San Juan, Puerto Rico

195 Fishing Reports
801 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.

Fernando M.

Captain

Hiram A.

Hiram A.

Captain

Miguel M.

Miguel M.

Captain

Clery M.

Clery M.

Captain

Jorge M.

Jorge M.

Captain

Austin K.

Austin K.

Captain

Abimael V.

Abimael V.

Captain

Gabriel B.

Gabriel B.

Captain

Mateo S.

Mateo S.

Captain

Cody J.

Cody J.

Captain

Tommy F.

Tommy F.

Captain

Fish you can target

Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Ladyfish
Ladyfish
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Tarpon
Tarpon

Your boat

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

Where you can fish

River Fishing

Inshore Fishing

Nearshore Fishing

Flats Fishing

Backcountry Fishing

How you can fish

Light Tackle

Bottom Fishing

Trolling

Spinning

Popping

Fly Fishing

Drift Fishing

Bowfishing

What's on board

GPS

Fishfinder

Live Bait Well

Ice Box

Included in the price

Rods, reels & tackle

Live Bait

Lures

Drinks

Waters & gatorades will be provided

Fishing License

No fishing license required in Puerto Rico

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.

Listing policies

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.

Catch and Release Allowed

How to pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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.

What’s biting in San Juan right now

Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
LadyfishLadyfish
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
SnookSnook
TarponTarpon

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