Let's Go Sportfishing Aruba 

4.9
(245 reviews)
 Lloyd G. Smith Boulevard 82, Oranjestad, Aruba–

Let's Go Sportfishing Aruba 

Oranjestad, Aruba
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38 ft
6
4.9
(245 reviews)

PLEASE READ FULL DESCRIPTION BEFORE BOOKING. As soon as you book you agree to all conditions stipulated.

Capt. Jairo welcomes you aboard a 38’ Bertram sportfisher with space for max. 6 passengers. (THIS IS A PRIVATE CHARTER, WE DO NOT JOIN GROUPS TOGETHER)  It has outriggers, downriggers, a fighting chair, and all the essentials. There’s a toilet on board for your convenience. You’ll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, along with bait's and lures.

Aruba is a windy island so dramamine is highly suggested as a precautionary measure.

You’ll have the help of a First Mate to put you on fish. MATES WORK HARD TO MAKE YOUR TRIP COUNT, SO A MINIMUM OF 20% TIPS IS STANDARD..

It’s recommended to bring sunblock (NON SPRAY), longsleeves and sunglasses. Drinks (coke,sprite,dieet coke and water) will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

COSTUMERS ARE ALLOWED TO KEEP ENOUGH FISH TO HAVE A COUPLE OF MEALS.

Payment: Cash or Credit card( Visa/Mastercard) ONLY.

LOCATION: The boat is docked downtown at the renassaince marina. Right next to the 2 big flamingo statues.

No fishing license is required.

Now’s the time to experience fishing in Oranjestad for yourself, with Let's Go Sportfishing Aruba!

PLEASE READ FULL DESCRIPTION BEFORE BOOKING. As soon as you book you agree to all conditions stipulated.

Capt. Jairo welcomes you aboard a 38’ Bertram sportfisher with space for max. 6 passengers. (THIS IS A PRIVATE CHARTER, WE DO NOT JOIN GROUPS TOGETHER)  It has outriggers, downriggers, a fighting chair, and all the essentials. There’s a toilet on board for your convenience. You’ll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, along with bait's and lures.

Aruba is a windy island so dramamine is highly suggested as a precautionary measure.

You’ll have the help of a First Mate to put you on fish. MATES WORK HARD TO MAKE YOUR TRIP COUNT, SO A MINIMUM OF 20% TIPS IS STANDARD..

It’s recommended to bring sunblock (NON SPRAY), longsleeves and sunglasses. Drinks (coke,sprite,dieet coke and water) will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

COSTUMERS ARE ALLOWED TO KEEP ENOUGH FISH TO HAVE A COUPLE OF MEALS.

Payment: Cash or Credit card( Visa/Mastercard) ONLY.

LOCATION: The boat is docked downtown at the renassaince marina. Right next to the 2 big flamingo statues.

No fishing license is required.

Now’s the time to experience fishing in Oranjestad for yourself, with Let's Go Sportfishing Aruba!

Jairo Koolman
Captain
Jairo Koolman
23 years of experience
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November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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4 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Barracuda (Great)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Wahoo
+1
US $600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Nov 1 - Jan 1 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Barracuda (Great)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Marlin (Blue)
+7
US $600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip
In high demand Last booked: 3 days ago
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Barracuda (Great)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Marlin (Blue)
+8
US $900
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 12:30 PM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Barracuda (Great)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Marlin (Blue)
+7
US $900
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Barracuda (Great)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Marlin (Blue)
+8
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
10 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (White)
Sailfish
+3
US $1,400
Entire boat: up to 6 people

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Rating

4.9
245 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (439)

What anglers say

99%
Great experience
88%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
93%
Caught fish

Reviews (245)

  • Tyler Young
    Tyler Young
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Grand Pelagich Slam on our Honymoon

    4 Hour Trip (AM) on July 23, 2026 • 2 adults

    We had an unforgettable experience, would recommend them to everyone!! We like to go fishing on our tropical vacations and our honeymoon in Aruba was no different. We booked with Captain Jairo prior to traveling and mentioned how our main goal was to catch a mahi mahi. He made no promises but said he'd try his best to make that happen. After arriving at the marina we got a debrief on rules and safety and then we were off on our way. Our first catch of the day was a blackfin tuna that gave my wife a good warmup. Second catch was a wahoo that gave me a run for my money trying to real it in. Third catch was a sailfish which is a trophy fish, we did not know this at first but after watching the crew get very excited I knew it was something special. I liked that there is a local unwritten rule that if you get a trophy fish you must catch and release. Gives everyone a chance to potentially catch something special and feel the special moment we felt. Then, Captain Jairo kept his promise and as we were driving back to the marina we caught a mahi mahi. This made our whole trip as it was our special mission. I know fishing is a game of chance and you can't make sure you catch something but he made it his mission to increase those chances as much as he could. As we were going back to the marina they informed us that if we were in a tournament we would have scored a Super Grand Slam and that is not a common feat and we were able to fly the pink flag. This let everyone at the marina know that we caught a trophy fish (sailfish). To cap the trip off Captain Jairo filleted all 3 fish for us to take to our resort so they could cook it for us. If your resort/hotel doesn't do that they have a local restaurant that would cook it for you right off the dock. We had such an unforgettable fishing trip not only because of the Super Grand Slam but because the crew was awesome. The crew was super friendly and helped make the trip a good special. We are not expert fishers and they were more than helpful giving us tips and advice as we were catching the fish. They were very knowledgeable and did not make you feel out of place for not being an expert. We were only a party of two but this would be a great experience for a family as well.

  • Jonathon Slater
    Jonathon Slater
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    AMAZING TRIP

    6 Hour Trip on June 1, 2026 • 2 adults

    Capt. Jairo is awesome and got us on some fish quickly. First Mate Nomar is extremely knowledgeable and one helluva angler!!! Luis, even though he is still learning the ropes, you wouldn't know unless he told you. He instantly got the rod in our hands and got our first fish of the day. Now for the fish. We got 2 Mahi Mahi and a 78lb Wahoo!!! I had to call the trip a bit short because I got sea sick (second time ever) which was a bummer, but the Capt. and Crew were super accomodating. If you dont choose Lets Go Sportfishing you are truly missing out on a helluva time!!! 10 out of 10.

  • Mark Gutowski
    Mark Gutowski
    Repeat angler
    us
    Massachusetts, US
    Member since 2019
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Outstanding trip and an even better crew!!!

    4 Hour Trip (PM) on May 19, 2026 • 2 adults

    This was by far the best fishing trip my wife and I have ever been on and we’ve been on a few in the Caribbean. We each caught 1 black fin tuna, 1 Mahi Mahi and 2 Wahoo each for a total of 8 fish on a 4 hour trip from 12-4 pm. The crew was fantastic. Very helpful and extremely polite and friendly. I HIGHLY recommend this trip to everyone who enjoys fishing. Note: It was a little rough at times but popped a couple of Dramamine before and we were fine. So much fun. Thanks to the entire crew!

  • Al West
    Al West
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    BLUE MARLIN LETS GO!!!

    4 Hour Trip (PM) on March 31, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

    Oldest son and I chartered on 3/31, Captain said the morning fishing wasn’t great but they had a few ideas to get on the fish. About 30 mins in my kid was sea sick and we were hooked on a blue marlin. Fish was on for almost two hours and it was an absolute battle, Nomar bailed me out a few times when he knew I was gassed. Got the fish close to the boat a few times and the estimate was 400lbs or more. Truly a once in a lifetime catch. Make no mistake, this is THE boat you want to be on. If you’re thinking about a different charter, stop, and book yours with Let’s Go today.

  • William Shields
    William Shields
    Repeat angler
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2020
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Best Fishing Charter!

    6 Hour Trip on March 13, 2026 • 3 adults • 2 children

    Me and my two sons (14) and (12) had an unbelievable day with Jairo and Nomar his son. Both were super friendly and professional. We did the 6 hour starting at 6:00 am.first bite was on at 6:30. Super active morning and when it slowed we tried a little bottom fishing (caught 4 red snapper) and as a bonus Nomar tried his luck under the vegetation to see if he could get a mahi. Instead he hooked a Caribbean Green shark. After that we hooked another tuna. Before we headed in. Nomar sat with the kids and showed them some great pics. Total for the day 2 Wahoos, 1 shark, 6 tunas and 4 snappers. Would highly recommend them.

  • Jody Buss
    Jody Buss
    Repeat angler
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    6 Hour AM Trip

    6 Hour Trip on January 22, 2026 • 2 adults

    Captain Jairo and first mate Nomar were great and very friendly. Nomar explained everything well and answered questions. We were slow to start catching fish but he stayed on top of keeping the lines going. The captain kept us on the fish once we found them. We ended up catching more fish than any other charter that day. Once back to the dock, the captain set us up with reservations to a restaurant that cooks the fish for you and had it shipped there so we didn’t have to worry about anything. Nomar was also very encouraging when we had challenging fish on our lines. It was the highlight of our trip and can’t wait to come back!

  • Bradford Wemple
    Bradford Wemple
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Experience was excellent!! Highly recommend

    6 Hour Trip on August 10, 2026 • 2 adults

    Amazing fishing charter in Aruba! We had an awesome day on the water and caught 7 fish, including mahi-mahi and kingfish. The crew was fantastic—friendly, knowledgeable, and made the entire trip a great experience. The boat handled the water conditions extremely well, and we felt comfortable throughout the trip. If you’re looking for a fishing charter in Aruba, I highly recommend these guys! 🎣🌊🐟

  • Dale Lyle
    Dale Lyle
    ca
    Manitoba, Canada
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome fishing trip

    4 Hour Trip (AM) on February 12, 2026 • 2 adults

    I've been on a few ocean fishing trips and this was by far the best. We were fortunate to catch some barracuda and a big wahoo. But what stood out with captain Jairo and his sons, first mates Namar and Nomar, was their friendliness and hard work. Namar and Nomar spent time talking with us and explaining what they were doing. They worked hard keeping all 7 fishing lines in the water and checking and changing baits. A very pleasurable fishing trip with a captain and his first mates who were knowledgeable, worked hard and were a pleasure to spend time with.

  • Brandie Johnson
    Brandie Johnson
    us
    Massachusetts, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Highlight of our trip with Jairo and crew!

    6 Hour Trip (PM) on January 7, 2026 • 6 adults

    This was our second booking with Jairo and crew. This was hands-down the highlight of our trip. The captain was incredibly knowledgeable, and the crew went above and beyond to make sure everyone was having fun and catching fish , for beginners and experienced fisher .We landed several big catches(Barracuda,Shark,Skipjack,Red snapper just to named a few) learned a ton, and felt safe the entire time. The boat was clean, the views were amazing, and the experience exceeded all expectations. If you're considering a deep sea fishing trip—book this one without hesitation!

  • Dan Oberski
    Dan Oberski
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    No giants, but were the only ones with fish on the dock!

    6 Hour Trip on January 7, 2026 • 6 adults

    Jairo told us in the morning the bite was slow the day before but that he would try to put us on something. We trolled for a few hours with no real results. He then switched us to bottom fishing and we absolutely tore the snapper up! As fast as we could get the hooks down, we were realing them back up. Again, not the jumbos like on you tube but a blast that we will remember forever. Thank you to the Captain, First Mate, and the First Mates wife the Green Horn! He chopped us up enough for a few meals and we were on our way. Oh yeah... we caught a reef shark!

FAQs about Let's Go Sportfishing Aruba

Let's Go Sportfishing Aruba offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hour Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 6 Hour Trip (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group - 10 Hour Trip (10 hours)
When you book a trip with Let's Go Sportfishing Aruba, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Electric flush, enclosed toilet
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS Simrad go 9
  • Fishfinder Simrad go 9
  • Flybridge
  • Multimedia system Pioneer soundsystem
  • Outriggers Rupp outriggers
  • Tuna tubes
  • Ice box 4 Yeti coolers
  • Radar Simrad
Trips booked with Let's Go Sportfishing Aruba include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Shimano and penn reels on okiaya rods)
  • Live bait (Dead ballyhoo, bonita strips,(speedos when in seas)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (We fillet and bag enough fish for a couple of meals)
  • Drinks (Coke, sprite, coke no sugar and water)
  • First mate (Don't let Nomar's young face fool you. Nomar has been fishing these waters since he was a 9 year old boy. Now at 18 he is a well skilled angler. From trolling to bottom fishing, sword fishing and marlin fishing. He does it all.)
  • Fishing license (Fishing license is included in the trip and covers all guests onboard)
  • Lunch (We supply lunch Only on 8 hrs and 10 hrs trip)
Let's Go Sportfishing Aruba offers the following type of fishing:
  • Offshore fishing (On 4 hrs we go out max. 6 miles. On 6hrs max. 12 on 8hrs max. 16 and on 10 hrs max. 20)
Let's Go Sportfishing Aruba offers the following fishing technique:
  • Trolling
Top targeted fish species with Let's Go Sportfishing Aruba include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Sailfish
  • Swordfish
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Tuna (Skipjack)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Jairo Koolman
Jairo Koolman
Oranjestad, Aruba
ID & license verified
245 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2024
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
With over 21 years of experience, Capt. Jairo ensures every angler enjoys a successful and safe trip with Let's Go Sportfishing Aruba. The crew will demonstrate techniques such as trolling, or something unique to the area. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
Our Team
Nomar K.
Nomar K.
First mate
Gedion D.
Gedion D.
First mate
Doddy K.
Doddy K.
Captain
Jairo Koolman
Jairo Koolman
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
245
reviews
2024
member since
~1h
response
With over 21 years of experience, Capt. Jairo ensures every angler enjoys a successful and safe trip with Let's Go Sportfishing Aruba. The crew will demonstrate techniques such as trolling, or something unique to the area. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
The crew
Nomar K.
Nomar K.
First mate
Gedion D.
Gedion D.
First mate
Doddy K.
Doddy K.
Captain

The fish you can target

Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
White Marlin
White Marlin
Sailfish
Sailfish
Swordfish
Swordfish
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Skipjack Tuna
Skipjack Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
White Marlin
White Marlin

Real catches by this captain

  • Group of adult anglers showcasing multiple mahi-mahi on a waterfront dock, with additional fish arranged on the boards.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Christy W.
    Christy W.
    i took my nieces and their boyfriends on this trip. they had the best time ever! caught 9 Mahi and a barracuda. Great crew! cant say enough!!
  • Two adult anglers display a large tuna on a marina dock, with several mahi-mahi visible below and sportfishing boats in the background.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Yellowfin Tuna
    John H.
    John H.
    we caught 2 sailfish, 4 Mahi mahi, and 1 yellowfin tuna.
  • Front and side view of the sportfishing boat Let's Go docked in Aruba, with two adults preparing gear aboard.
    Thomas O.
    Thomas O.
    Jairo, Nomar, and Neymar were an awesome crew. We targeted sailfish and landed one. We also caught two mahi and a blackfin tuna. I would definitely rebook this charter on a return trip.
  • Family group displaying three mahi-mahi on a marina dock beside the charter boat Dorothy, including two young anglers.
    Fish 1
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Tyrone T.
    Tyrone T.
    We had a great time fishing in Aruba. We caught 3 Mahi Mahi fish and the captain hooked us up with a restaurant that would cook them for us. The deckhands were super friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend to everyone!
  • Two adult anglers display a large mahi-mahi at a marina, with multiple additional mahi-mahi laid out on the dock beside charter boats.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Mark P.
    Mark P.
    First time and did not disappoint. We caught many Mahi and a sailfish made the day. Captain and First mate were awesome and was eager to catch fish.
  • A couple proudly displaying a large Mahi Mahi while surrounded by a bountiful catch of smaller Mahi Mahi on the dock.
    Fish 1
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Nicole V.
    Nicole V.
    Captain and crew are super professional.. . And CLEAN clean boat. Pride in their boat and their equipment shows Caught 15 fish and had a heck of a day.
  • A colorful mahi-mahi laid on a sunlit dock, showcasing its bright green, blue, and yellow markings.
    Fish 1
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Kayla B.
    Kayla B.
    Captian and Deck Hands were amazing and we walked away with 4 Mahi!
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Sailfish while fishing offshore, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Sailfish
    Kyle S.
    Kyle S.
    Jario was great. He was persistent on switching colors, rigs and depths until we landed some fish. We caught a few Mahi and a Tuna then finally landed a nice Sailfish to end the day. We thought we would head back to the dock and he rigged all the piles again since we still had 30 minutes. Very nice and would absolutely recommend. I also plan to book again next time I am here.
  • Two freshly caught fish, including a brightly colored mahi-mahi and a streamlined tuna, displayed on a wet wooden dock.
    Fish 1
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Vito A.
    Vito A.
  • Multiple tuna and mahi-mahi displayed on a marina dock beside charter boats.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Bradford W.
    Bradford W.
    Amazing fishing charter in Aruba! We had an awesome day on the water and caught 7 fish, including mahi-mahi and kingfish. The crew was fantastic—friendly, knowledgeable, and made the entire trip a great experience. The boat handled the water conditions extremely well, and we felt comfortable throughout the trip. If you’re looking for a fishing charter in Aruba, I highly recommend these guys! 🎣🌊🐟

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
38 ft
Year built
1974
Restored in
2025
Boat manufacturer
Bertram
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
2 x 270HP
Max cruising speed
16 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Trolling

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Electric flush, enclosed toilet
Fighting chair
GPS
Simrad go 9
Fishfinder
Simrad go 9
Flybridge
Multimedia system
Pioneer soundsystem
Outriggers
Rupp outriggers
Tuna tubes
Ice box
4 Yeti coolers
Radar
Simrad
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Shimano and penn reels on okiaya rods
Live bait
Dead ballyhoo, bonita strips,(speedos when in seas
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
We fillet and bag enough fish for a couple of meals
Drinks
Coke, sprite, coke no sugar and water
First mate
Don't let Nomar's young face fool you. Nomar has been fishing these waters since he was a 9 year old boy. Now at 18 he is a well skilled angler. From trolling to bottom fishing, sword fishing and marlin fishing. He does it all.
Fishing license
Fishing license is included in the trip and covers all guests onboard
Lunch
We supply lunch Only on 8 hrs and 10 hrs trip

How cancellations work

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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Catch and release allowed
billfish will be 100% released.

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

What’s biting in Oranjestad right now

Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (White)Marlin (White)
SailfishSailfish
Tuna (Blackfin)Tuna (Blackfin)
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
WahooWahoo

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