Around Aruba Tours Fishing Charter

Around Aruba Tours invites you on their boat “Positive Vibes” for an unforgettable adventure. The crew members are locals to Aruba who have fished with their families for generations along this beautiful island. They know the best and most secluded spots where you can catch plenty of fish and have a great time!

They will take you out aboard a 36’ Barracuda center console boat, originally built in 2016. This brand new beauty is powered by two 250 HP Honda engines that make it stable and speedy on the water. The boat features all the necessary electronics such as a GPS, safety equipment such as life jackets, and fishing gear.

The crew will take you fishing in the Oranjestad nearshore and offshore waters, the reefs and wrecks, and in the hidden spots that only the true Arubans know about. You will top fishing gear to target bottom-dwelling fish like Grouper, Snapper, and Flounder. You can also catch pelagics such as the beautiful Mahi Mahi, and offshore species luke Rainbow Runner, Barracuda, and Wahoo.

Their experienced captain and crew know all the right spots to drop anchor and get your lines wet for some great fishing. Book your charter now, nothing beats a day (or night) of fishing, except fishing with the Positive Vibes crew while in Aruba.

Join Around Aruba Tours and explore the beautiful waters off the coast of Aruba, making some amazing new memories!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    2 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $500
    This is a short and sweet trip for 2 hours. You will go straight to the productive hidden spots to fish for a variety of bottom fish. You can target Grouper, Snapper, Permit, and even a Barracuda or two are pulled in on most of the charters.
  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $750
    This is a bottom fishing trip for species such as Snapper, Grouper, Permit, and even a Barracuda from time to time. The crew will take you to the secluded spots not many people know about so you can escape the crowds and get straight to fishing.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,000
    This is a 4-hour fishing trip to the hidden spots where fish such as Grouper, Snapper, Permit, Rainbow Runner, Barracuda, Mahi Mahi, and Wahoo can be caught on most of the charters.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,250
    Unlike any other charter in Aruba, this crew will take you to areas that no one else goes. Why? Because this crew and their families have been fishing the waters off Aruba for generations and know all the hidden spots! Your target species will include Grouper, Snapper, Permit, Barracuda, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and Rainbow Runner.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,500
    Unlike any other charter in Aruba, this crew will take you to areas that no one else goes. Why? Because this crew and their families have been fishing the waters off Aruba for generations and know all the hidden spots! Your target species will include Grouper, Snapper, Permit, Barracuda, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and Rainbow Runner.
  • Private trip
    7 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,750
    Unlike any other charter in Aruba, this crew will take you to areas that no one else goes. Why? Because this crew and their families have been fishing the waters off Aruba for generations and know all the hidden spots! Your target species will include Grouper, Snapper, Permit, Barracuda, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and Rainbow Runner.
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $2,000
    Unlike any other charter in Aruba, this crew will take you to areas that no one else goes. Why? Because this crew and their families have been fishing the waters off Aruba for generations and know all the hidden spots! Your target species will include Grouper, Snapper, Permit, Barracuda, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and Rainbow Runner.
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FAQs about Around Aruba Tours Fishing Charter

Around Aruba Tours Fishing Charter offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group - 2 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (2 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 3 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (3 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - 5 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (5 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (6 hours)
  • US $1,750 per group - 7 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (7 hours)
  • US $2,000 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Around Aruba Tours Fishing Charter, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling Equipment
  • Live Bait Well
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Around Aruba Tours Fishing Charter include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks
  • First Mate

Around Aruba Tours Fishing Charter offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Around Aruba Tours Fishing Charter offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Flounder Gigging
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Around Aruba Tours Fishing Charter include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Flounder
  • Grouper (Broomtail)
  • Permit
  • Rainbow Runner
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Charter Operator

Around Aruba Tours
Oranjestad, Aruba
10 Customer reviews
Response time 10 hours
Member since November 2016
Around Aruba Tours have added a luxurious speed to their business in order to provide their customers with the amazing cruising and fishing experiences in Aruba. They are a great crew of 3 captains - each specializing in a different activity, from sailing and fishing to snorkeling.

About this listing

Targeted species

Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Flounder Flounder
Grouper (Broomtail) Broomtail Grouper

Boat specs

Barracuda (Center console) originally built in 2016. Powered by 2 250HP Honda engines.

Length
36 ft
Capacity
10 persons

Types of fishing

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Flounder Gigging
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling Equipment
Live Bait Well
Outriggers

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
First Mate

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 included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Oranjestad to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.3 / 5
out of 5 stars from 10 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.1 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
67%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
80%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
89%
Caught fish
57%
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Richard M.
Natick, MA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Bottom fishing in Aruba

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing on February 26, 2023
This was an outstanding day of fishing.  As opposed to deep-sea fishing—where it feels like it takes a couple hours just...
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Kim M.
Hingham, Massachusetts
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great bottom fishing trip and crew!

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing on April 3, 2021
Our crew was super nice and kept the bait coming on the fishing lines for my son and me- we are both pretty inexperienced....
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Tom M.
Ridge, NY
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day trip.

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing on October 24, 2021
Our crew chose to bottom fish as opposed to offshore. Got plenty of bites with assorted reef fish such as yellowtail, grouper,...
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Mallory M.
Derby, KS
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Mark

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing on June 11, 2021
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Chris E.
St Louis, Missouri
Very good
4.0 / 5
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4.0 / 5
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Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Half day fishing trip with young crew

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing on March 21, 2019
The rate was more expensive than most of the other fishing charters, but the boat looked nice in the pictures and we had 6...
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