Kristel Fishing Aruba – 44’ Striker

If you’re looking for a sun-soaked fishing adventure where you’ll leaving feeling like part of the family, come aboard Kristel Fishing Aruba! Captain Mike Wever is the friendly and passionate fisherman behind this charter, and he can’t wait to introduce you to these incredible waters.

Capt. Mike has been fishing since he was 4 years old, and has been a charter operator for over 30 years. He works alongside a crew of professional fishermen and first mates who love fishing and helping guests reel in their dream catch. They will celebrate the excitement of your catch with you, and make you feel like a part of the family!

You’ll be fishing aboard Capt. Mike’s 44’ Striker motor yacht, originally built in 1973 and restored in 2013. She can comfortably accommodate up to 15 guests, so bring along the whole family or your best angling buddies!

This beautiful boat is equipped with top-quality amenities, including a bathroom, bedroom, fully equipped kitchen with a fridge, and multimedia system. She’s also air-conditioned throughout and provides a great escape from the warm Aruban sun! She’s decked out with all the necessary safety gear and boasts a spectacular flybridge which can be used for Tuna and game fish watching.

Capt. Mike will have you exploring the offshore waters around Aruba, where you’ll be targeting prized fish species such as White and Blue Marlin, Barracuda, Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, King Mackerel, Wahoo, Yellowfin, and Albacore Tuna. The crew will assist you and provide top-quality fishing equipment including rods, reels, tackle, lures, outriggers, downriggers, and a fighting chair.

Each trip includes a valid fishing license, and the crew will clean and fillet your catch for you. You’ll be treated to snacks and drinks on shorter trips, and lunch on longer trips. Let your captain know in advance if you’re planning to bring little ones with you, so he can give you plenty of advice. Cas off on an amazing adventure alongside Kristel Fishing Aruba charters!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $525
    If you're looking for the perfect introduction to Aruba's fishing opportunities, join your captain on this adventure. You'll cast your line for species such as King Mackerel, Wahoo, Marlin, and Barracuda. This trip is especially excellent if you want to take your kids out on the water and teach them how to fish! There is ample space inside the boat with a bed, a multimedia system, and air-conditioning so they can rest a little if needed. Your captain will provide all the fishing gear and licensing.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $525
    Want to hit the snooze button a few times before embarking on your trip? This afternoon adventure is perfect for those of you who love to spend time on the water and see the sunset. You will be targeting King Mackerel, Barracuda, Sailfish, Tuna species, and Wahoo. Your captain will provide the fishing gear and license for you.
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $760
    If you want to spend more time on the water and cast your line for a variety of fish, join your captain on this 6-hour adventure! You'll explore nearshore and offshore waters for a whole host of species, including Marlin, Mahi Mahi, Barracuda, and Tuna species. Capt. Mike will provide all the fishing gear you need for your trip, as well as your license.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $990
    This full day adventure is perfect for hardcore anglers and those who love spending time on the water! You'll fish offshore for hard-fighting species such as Blue and White Marlin, Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, Great White Sharks, Albacore Tuna, and Yellowfin Tuna. Your trip includes sodas, water, and lunch, as well as your fishing gear and license.
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FAQs about Kristel Fishing Aruba – 44’ Striker

Kristel Fishing Aruba – 44’ Striker offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $525 per group, additional US $35 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $525 per group, additional US $35 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $760 per group, additional US $35 per person after 4 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $990 per group, additional US $70 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Kristel Fishing Aruba – 44’ Striker, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Kristel Fishing Aruba – 44’ Striker include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License

Kristel Fishing Aruba – 44’ Striker offers the following type of fishing:
  • Offshore Fishing

Kristel Fishing Aruba – 44’ Striker offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Trolling
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Kristel Fishing Aruba – 44’ Striker include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Sailfish
  • Tuna (Albacore)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Captain

Michael Wever
Noord, Aruba
ID & license verified
537 Customer reviews
Response time 1 hour
Member since November 2016
Captain Mike has been fishing since he was 4 years old, and has also been driving boats since the age of 7 – it's safe to say he feels completely at home being out on the water! As a father of 4 and grandfather of 1, he puts the safety of his guests above everything else. He grew up In Aruba, fishing these waters, as well as the waters around Curacao, Bonaire, and Venezuela. Not only has he traveled the world, he's also fished all over it, in places such as the USA, the Netherlands, Puerto Rico, and Sweden.

About this listing

Targeted species

Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Marlin (Blue) Blue Marlin

Boat specs

Striker (Motor yacht) originally built in 1973, and restored in 2013. Powered by 2 450HP Cummings engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 26 knots.

Length
44 ft
Capacity
10 persons

Types of fishing

Offshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
First Mate
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
1/3 of the fish is for the client
Crew Keeps Catch
2/3 of the catch is for the crew to keep
Catch and Release Allowed
Disabled Accessible

Payment

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

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 537 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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Awesome Fishing!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
92%
Friendly captain
97%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
75%
Satisfied with the boat
95%
Caught fish
84%
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Robert M.
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Great Crew

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on February 26, 2024
Despite all of us getting sick, Alexander made sure we weren’t going home empty handed. The moment we stepped on the ship,...
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John P.
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Best crew in Aruba.

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on February 19, 2024
Rough day on the water but this crew kept trying.  We landed a huge Wahoo a small grouper and 2 barracuda.  Not to mention...
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Taras P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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1 Wahoo and 3 Baracudas

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on January 18, 2024
Had a great morning fishing on Krystal First Mate Alexander in his flip flops was amazing rebaiting telling how to do things...
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Jason H.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Nice half day trip!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on December 3, 2023
It was nice to have a larger boat today!  The swells were (I am guessing) 8-10’s when the rain came in.  We boat on Lake...
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Brian U.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Michael

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on August 3, 2023
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