Thaisa II – 36' 

4.3
(241 reviews)
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 L. G. Smith Boulevard, Oranjestad, 297, Aruba–

Thaisa II – 36' 

Oranjestad, Aruba
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36 ft
6
4.3
(241 reviews)

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The small island of Aruba could be called a fisherman's paradise. Surrounded by deep waters thanks to a steep drop off close to the island's shores, you can find a variety of game fish just minutes away from the harbor. Take a trip aboard Thaisa II to experience the thrill of fishing in Aruba with an enthusiastic crew that will do everything to put you on the fish.

Thaisa II is a 36' Bertram flybridge boat. This boat retains its original features that gave Bertram its respected name in the sportfishing world, while keeping up to date with safety appliances surveyed every 6 months to ensure the safety of everyone on board.

Powered by twin Cummins engines, the boat will take you to the best fishing spots quickly and dependably, while also being a comfortable vessel to fish off. With a television in the living area, 3 beds for relaxing and a galley with a sink, the boat also features a large deck with three fighting chairs so everyone can be part of the action.

Whether you want to troll for game fish, bottom fish, or simply go snorkeling around the island, the crew aboard Thaisa will work hard to make sure your trip is one to remember. With deep water only a few minute's boat ride from the harbor, you could be in with a chance of catching fish right from the start of your trip.

With potential catches including Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Marlin, Yellowfin Tuna, and King Mackerel, this is a recipe for a sportfishing trip you will never forget.

Hop aboard Thaisa II and experience the amazing sportfishing the island of Aruba has to offer!

The small island of Aruba could be called a fisherman's paradise. Surrounded by deep waters thanks to a steep drop off close to the island's shores, you can find a variety of game fish just minutes away from the harbor. Take a trip aboard Thaisa II to experience the thrill of fishing in Aruba with an enthusiastic crew that will do everything to put you on the fish.

Thaisa II is a 36' Bertram flybridge boat. This boat retains its original features that gave Bertram its respected name in the sportfishing world, while keeping up to date with safety appliances surveyed every 6 months to ensure the safety of everyone on board.

Powered by twin Cummins engines, the boat will take you to the best fishing spots quickly and dependably, while also being a comfortable vessel to fish off. With a television in the living area, 3 beds for relaxing and a galley with a sink, the boat also features a large deck with three fighting chairs so everyone can be part of the action.

Whether you want to troll for game fish, bottom fish, or simply go snorkeling around the island, the crew aboard Thaisa will work hard to make sure your trip is one to remember. With deep water only a few minute's boat ride from the harbor, you could be in with a chance of catching fish right from the start of your trip.

With potential catches including Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Marlin, Yellowfin Tuna, and King Mackerel, this is a recipe for a sportfishing trip you will never forget.

Hop aboard Thaisa II and experience the amazing sportfishing the island of Aruba has to offer!

Toons Joy Sport Fishing NV
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Toons Joy Sport Fishing NV
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Half Day Trip (AM)
In high demand Last booked: 1 day ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
US $400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3/4 Day Trip – Fall Discount
In high demand Last booked: 1 day ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Aug 26 - Nov 30
US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip – Fall Discount
In high demand Last booked: 2 days ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Aug 26 - Nov 30
US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $800
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

4.3
241 reviews
4.1
Boat & equipment
4.6
Captain & crew
4.3
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (293)

What anglers say

82%
Great experience
71%
Family friendly
90%
Friendly captain
85%
Good boat
84%
Recommended
72%
Caught fish

Reviews (241)

  • Andrew Perkins
    Andrew Perkins
    us
    Connecticut, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Amazing crew and experience

    Half Day Trip (AM) on August 31, 2026 • 4 adults

    The crew was awesome and full of personality. They did a great job getting everyone involved and making sure we were having a good time throughout the trip. We booked a 4-hour trip and went about 5 miles offshore. The water was pretty choppy, so if you’re prone to seasickness, I’d recommend taking something beforehand. We got hooked up pretty quickly on a nice-sized sailfish, which Jay helped us land. That ended up being the only fish we caught, so if you’re looking to increase your chances, it definitely wouldn’t hurt to book a longer trip! Overall, it was a great experience from start to finish, and we’d definitely recommend it!

  • Philip Brannon
    Philip Brannon
    us
    Florida, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified

    FISH ON!

    3/4 Day Trip on July 27, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

    Its called fishing, not catching as the saying goes, but today we caught 6 Bonita (1 we used for bait) and 2 Mahi. Jared has 15 years of experience and kept 4 to 5 baited lines in the water at all times. All the charters are in contact with each other via radio trying to tract the bait fish and then find the big fish. 3-4 boats could be seen at any times all in our vicinity. Other boats today caught nothing. Expect to reel a 100yds worth of line if you have a fish on as the bait is far from the boat. Dont make the guide reel them in for you, then you are watching, not fishing. Trolling seems to be the choice for all the boats, not bottom fishing. We opted for 6hr tour to better our odds but bite ended by 3rd/4th hr. This boat is old and ugly, but with an experienced crew maybe best to catch fish on the water. I would recommend these guys if you are more into catching fish than a pretty boat.

  • Lance King
    Lance King
    us
    Statesville, NC, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    4.3
    Verified

    Nice 4 hour trip! Trolled and caught 8 Bonito!

    Half Day Trip (AM) on July 15, 2026 • 2 adults

    I booked this trip as part of our 13th wedding anniversary. The owner, Cynthia, met us at the dock and immediately told us Happy Anniversary. The boat is dated as it is almost 50 years old but I found that to be really cool just thinking about all the Captains and all the fish that boat has seen. There are plenty of other charters with newer equipment if thats what you want. I wanted more of a local owned vibe on an older boat and that is what we got. We hopped on board and met J, the crewman, and Joel the Captain. We immediately headed out to start fishing. J rigged everything very quickly and got lines in the water in a matter of minutes. It took about 1 hour to get into a good spot where the fish were tearing up the top of the water and the birds were present which is always a good sign! We hooked into our first one and landed it quickly. We caught a couple more while trolling here so the start was great. The ocean continued to bring higher seas and the water got really choppy with 6-7 foot swells. We kept on fishing and got into another group of fish a while later. We caught 8 Bonito in total and my wife and I had a blast reeling them in! J was fun to talk to while Capt Joel kept his eyes on the water finding the fish! When we came back in, Capt Joel fileted a few fish for us so we could cook it at our Airbnb. He kept a couple and donated a few to a local who appeared to be in need. My wife and I were pleased to see him walknaway with our catch knowing it was helping someone in need :) I cooked it up the next morning and it tasted amazing! I woujd definitely recommend this charter as these guys know how to catch fish!

  • Diego Alejandro Diego Alejandro
    Diego Alejandro Diego Alejandro
    ar
    Resistencia, Chaco, Argentina
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    espectacular experiencia

    Half Day Trip (AM) on September 4, 2026 • 3 adults

    Muy buena experiencia, el Capitán y guía que nos ayudó en todo un lujo, muy buena atención, la pesca fue muy buena en nuestra experiencia. Muy atentos, amables y muy buena onda, unos genios!🤩💪

  • Noel Siapno
    Noel Siapno
    us
    New York, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Good fishing

    Half Day Trip (AM) on July 25, 2026 • 2 adults

    Had an absolute blast fishing on Thaisa II! The crew is fantastic—super knowledgeable, experienced, and a ton of fun to be out on the water with. They made sure everyone had a great time and kept us entertained the entire trip, we cought a bunch of mahi mahi, bonita and a king mackerel, If you're coming to Aruba and want to go fishing, book Thaisa II!

  • Tavia Shaker
    Tavia Shaker
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    great family fun

    Half Day Trip (PM) on June 21, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    The first mate worked with all three kids ages 10, 11 and 13 and they all caught a fish before my husband got to reel one in! Captain was great when some started to feel a bit sick and took an easy drive back in. We had a great time as a family of five! mishap with timing and miasez our trip and they offered to reschedule or refund no problem! So glad we went!

  • Geoff Barber
    Geoff Barber
    us
    Georgia, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome Trip

    Half Day Trip (AM) on July 6, 2026 • 2 adults

    We had a great time out on the water. Caught a handful of mahi, black fin tuna, and bonito. Captain and First Mate had us on fish and kept everything moving smoothly. Would go out with them again. The water was a little rough at times, but anyone could do it. Got a quick confirmation and they were responsive to questions before the trip.

  • James Finnegin
    James Finnegin
    us
    Ohio, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    One more thing off my bucket list

    Half Day Trip (PM) on September 10, 2026 • 2 adults

    We went on a four hour trip. The staff was great very helpful. Caught a tuna and a 60 pound sailfish. Was a wonderful day with highly recommend!

  • Anthony Braden
    Anthony Braden
    us
    Massachusetts, US
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    Member since 2026
    4.0
    Verified

    would start off as an unsure moment, turned into a great day

    Half Day Trip (AM) on August 7, 2026 • 6 adults • 1 child

    unfortunately, we found out as we pulled in at 6:45 in the morning, our original booking was cancelled, the captain from our original booking told us that our fishing vessel was damaged and they could not go out so they were going to put us with another captain who is down the way, we were a little nervous and unsure what was gonna happen. The captain came out and introduced himself showed us the boat and then we boarded around 7:30. The crew put us at ease. We were under the impression that we were just going to be doing bottom fishing, we ended up going out 5 miles for deep sea fishing , which was a little unexpected, but we try to be folks who roll with the punches ,we had two members of our party that became ill due to the rough seas, but before we turned back early, my wife caught a yellow finn tuna that was huge and we ended up with a lot of meat to take home, which we will enjoy tomorrow on the grill, thank you to the crew that stepped in and took my family out for quite an adventure when our original ship had become damaged and was not able to perform, we will definitely do this again thank you!  my advice to others would be packed some Dramamine just in case! And maybe alert the customer if there was going to be a change in the plans though. I never received a message via text or email regarding this change but again the crew that stepped in needs to get praise and plots for how they professionally took care of my family. Thanks again!  Anthony Braden

  • Kolan Sparks
    Kolan Sparks
    us
    Texas, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified

    Fun Trip

    Half Day Trip (AM) on August 17, 2026 • 3 adults

    We had a good outing. i was with my 2 grown sons and anytime i can be with them its a great time. We didn’t catch much. 1 black fin tuna, and 1 mahi mahi. It wasn’t for the lack of trying. The Capt and First Mate did an excellent job. And Mrs. Cindy is so down to earth cool. If and when this Texas Man come back, I’ll definitely fish with them again.

Rating

4.3
241 reviews
4.1
Boat & equipment
4.6
Captain & crew
4.3
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (293)

What anglers say

82%
Great experience
71%
Family friendly
90%
Friendly captain
85%
Good boat
84%
Recommended
72%
Caught fish

All reviews (241)

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Andrew Perkins
Andrew Perkins
us
Connecticut, US
•
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Amazing crew and experience
Half Day Trip (AM) on August 31, 2026 • 4 adults

The crew was awesome and full of personality. They did a great job getting everyone involved and making sure we were having a good time throughout the trip. We booked a 4-hour trip and went about 5 miles offshore. The water was pretty choppy, so if you’re prone to seasickness, I’d recommend taking something beforehand. We got hooked up pretty quickly on a nice-sized sailfish, which Jay helped us land. That ended up being the only fish we caught, so if you’re looking to increase your chances, it definitely wouldn’t hurt to book a longer trip! Overall, it was a great experience from start to finish, and we’d definitely recommend it!

Reported catch:
Sailfish
Toons Joy Sport Fishing NV
Response from Charter operator

Hi Thanks for the review Regards

Valentina Hickey
Valentina Hickey
us
New Jersey, US
•
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
⭐ Five‑Star Review for an Amazing Day on the Water
Half Day Trip (AM) on August 29, 2026 • 4 adults

We had an amazing day on the water. Jay, the first mate, and his captain were excellent from start to finish. Their teamwork, knowledge, and upbeat personalities made the entire experience smooth, fun, and memorable. They kept us on the fish all day, and we ended up catching three different species, which made the trip even more exciting. Jay was attentive and encouraging, and the captain knew exactly where to go to keep the action steady. The boat was well‑run, the atmosphere was relaxed, and the crew made sure we had everything we needed for a successful trip. Highly recommend booking with them — you’ll walk away with great memories and a cooler full of stories.

Toons Joy Sport Fishing NV
Response from Charter operator

Hi Thank you for the review Regards

Edward Bruscino
Edward Bruscino
Repeat angler
us
North Carolina, US
•
Member since 2025
•
5 trips
4.7
Verified
New
Capt Joelle and Jay worked hard
3/4 Day Trip – Fall Discount on September 8, 2026 • 5 adults

Capt Joelle and first mate J worked hard trying to put us in fish. did a 6 hour morning trip on Thaisa. Her glory days are behind her, but she had 3 captains chairs and a big cover in rear. we got 2 good bites early in trip but didnt land anything. after a slow 2 hours looking all over for fish we hooked onto a 60-70 sailfish and after about 20-25 minutes brought this beauty on the boat and released her. all in all a good trip just a slow day all around didnt see much on dock from other boats when we got back. the guys worked hard ans we appreciated it.

Reported catch:
Sailfish
Toons Joy Sport Fishing NV
Response from Charter operator

Hi Thank you for the review Regards

Andre Freire
Andre Freire
us
New Jersey, US
•
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
great trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on September 3, 2026 • 2 adults

crew was great. seas were a little rough out there. wife ended up chumming captain actually told us that was a nice day out there. so if your pron to getting uneasy out at seas take some motion sickness. but overall great. first mate worked hard on keeping fresh bait on the hooks. we had to cut the trip a little short but not on the boats accord. overall great.

Reported catch:
Albacore Tuna
Toons Joy Sport Fishing NV
Response from Charter operator

Hi Good afternoon Thanks for the review Regards

Philip Brannon
Philip Brannon
us
Florida, US
•
Member since 2026
4.7
Verified
FISH ON!
3/4 Day Trip on July 27, 2026 • 1 adult • 1 child

Its called fishing, not catching as the saying goes, but today we caught 6 Bonita (1 we used for bait) and 2 Mahi. Jared has 15 years of experience and kept 4 to 5 baited lines in the water at all times. All the charters are in contact with each other via radio trying to tract the bait fish and then find the big fish. 3-4 boats could be seen at any times all in our vicinity. Other boats today caught nothing. Expect to reel a 100yds worth of line if you have a fish on as the bait is far from the boat. Dont make the guide reel them in for you, then you are watching, not fishing. Trolling seems to be the choice for all the boats, not bottom fishing. We opted for 6hr tour to better our odds but bite ended by 3rd/4th hr. This boat is old and ugly, but with an experienced crew maybe best to catch fish on the water. I would recommend these guys if you are more into catching fish than a pretty boat.

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Albacore Tuna
Toons Joy Sport Fishing NV
Response from Charter operator

Hi Thank you for the review Regards

FAQs about Thaisa II – 36'

Thaisa II – 36' offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group, additional US $25 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $25 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $25 per person after 4 guests - 3/4 Day Trip – Fall Discount (6 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $25 per person after 4 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $25 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip – Fall Discount (8 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $25 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Thaisa II – 36', you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Fighting chair 3
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed 2 big beds
  • Flybridge
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Kitchen With faucet and sink
  • Multimedia system
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Thaisa II – 36' include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Dead bait)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks (On full day trip)
  • Drinks (Soda, water)
  • First mate (Speaks English)
  • Fishing license
  • Lunch (Light lunch on full day trip)
Thaisa II – 36' offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
Thaisa II – 36' offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Thaisa II – 36' include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Bonito
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Sailfish
  • Tuna (Albacore)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your operator

Toons Joy Sport Fishing NV
47 Fishing Reports
241 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since July 2015

The mutilingual crew aboard Thaisa and Thaisa II make it their mission to get you on fish. Frequently praised for their dedication to putting you on your target species, they are very courteous and have a wealth of experience behind them. Treating you well as a guest throughout your trip, they will make sure you leave as a friend.

Toons Joy Sport Fishing NV
Toons Joy Sport Fishing NV
47
reports
241
reviews
2015
member since
~1h
response
The mutilingual crew aboard Thaisa and Thaisa II make it their mission to get you on fish. Frequently praised for their dedication to putting you on your target species, they are very courteous and have a wealth of experience behind them. Treating you well as a guest throughout your trip, they will make sure you leave as a friend.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Bonito
Bonito
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
White Marlin
White Marlin
Sailfish
Sailfish
Albacore Tuna
Albacore Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Bonito
Bonito
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)

Real catches by this captain

  • One more thing off my bucket list
    James F.
    James F.
  • Great 🐟 day 🐠
    Stephanae C.
    Stephanae C.
  • Amazing experience
    Alex G.
    Alex G.
  • espectacular experiencia
    Diego A.
    Diego A.
  • great trip
    Andre F.
    Andre F.
  • Amazing crew and experience
    Andrew P.
    Andrew P.
  • ⭐ Five‑Star Review for an Amazing Day on the Water
    Valentina H.
    Valentina H.
  • would start off as an unsure moment, turned into a great day
    Anthony B.
    Anthony B.
  • amazing time
    Timothy S.
    Timothy S.
  • Fishing with Cynthia
    Melissa T.
    Melissa T.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Yachts
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
36 ft
Year built
1985
Boat manufacturer
Bertram
Boat type
Cruiser
Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
2 x 300HP

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Fighting chair
3
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
2 big beds
Flybridge
Snorkeling equipment
Kitchen
With faucet and sink
Multimedia system
Outriggers
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Dead bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
On full day trip
Drinks
Soda, water
First mate
Speaks English
Fishing license
Lunch
Light lunch on full day trip

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation

Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.

Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed
Disabled accessible

How you can 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

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Oranjestad right now

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

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