Freedom Tours – Trolling Passion
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Freedom Tours offers a range of fun fishing adventures, targeting delicious reef fish and hard-fighting pelagic species offshore. Captain Gilbert “Hilly Boo” Lara operates a fleet of awesome vessels out of San Pedro, each specializing in a different style of fishing.
This custom-built boat is a great all-rounder, large and sturdy enough to get way offshore in search of monster Marlin and Sailfish, without the high fuel burn which makes cruisers more expensive. She is also perfect for beach hopping, snorkeling tours, and anything else you might want to do on your day out.
The vessel has a convertible top to provide shade in the heat of the day, and an enclosed toilet for extra comfort on longer trips. She has a large icebox to keep all your drinks cool and she also comes with snorkeling equipment for you to jump in and take in the stunning local reefs up close.
The vessel is equipped with plenty of awesome fishing equipment. Outriggers and downriggers can be fitted for offshore trips and her GPS and fishfinder are always busy tracking down the best spots and the biggest fish.
What you do on your trip is up to you. You can spend the day fishing over the reefs for tasty Snapper and Grouper, or head further out to battle Marlin, Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and more. No matter if you are fishing or snorkeling, Captain Hilly Boo’s boat has a full insurance covered! There is an additional 12.5% government sales tax charge on top of the trip price.
You can combine fishing with a beach cookout, where your captain will grill up a delicious feast while you relax, swim, and sunbathe on a remote beach.
Freedom Tours is all about giving groups the time of their lives and sending them home with more than just fish. Captain Hilly Boo’s ambition is for everyone to leave with awesome memories and a newfound love for the country and its waters.
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Freedom Tours Fishing Unlimited
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+220Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
83%
Appropriate for children
85%
Friendly captain
96%
Satisfied with the boat
89%
Recommend this charter
88%
Caught fish
87%
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Full Day Trip - Reef Fishing on July 5, 2025
We met up at the dock with our Capt, Byron and First Mate/Chef George on time. We went reef fishing for the first half of and got roughly 15 snapper and a small barracuda. George was intent on bringing some spiny lobster into the boat but after a lot of trying, the lobster ran off. We got a magnificent lunch on a beach that included barracuda ceviche which was delicious. Being from FL I’m a non-barracuda eater but this stuff was top notch. Then George made us some salad, potatoes, beans and snapper tacos which were all killer as well. After a couple of rum punches we did some trawling and snagged a decent sized Jack Crevalle. Good day on sea. George was very pleasant and Byron was as well.
We met up at the dock with our Capt, Byron and First Mate/Chef George on time. We went reef fishing for the first half of and got roughly 15 snapper and a small barracuda. George was intent on bringing some spiny lobster into the boat but after a lot of trying, the lobster ran off. We got a magnificent lunch on a beach that included barracuda ceviche which was delicious. Being from FL I’m a non-barracuda eater but this stuff was top notch. Then George made us some salad, potatoes, beans and...
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They got us into fish and took good care of us
Full Day Trip - Offshore on June 13, 2025
The crew adapted to conditions and put us into good fish. Took good care of us all day, cooked us one of the best meals we had in Belize at anchor off a beautiful caye, then put us into more fish. Tripled up. The crew were all knowledgeable good company. Would definitely book again.
The crew adapted to conditions and put us into good fish. Took good care of us all day, cooked us one of the best meals we had in Belize at anchor off a beautiful caye, then put us into more fish. Tripled up. The crew were all knowledgeable good company. Would definitely book again.
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It’s a Grower not a Shower!
Half day reef fishing am on July 20, 2024
Hillyboo and Byron were great! We went out half day, husband/wife couples. First off, 3/4 of the way through the trip, it got a bit choppy bc of the storms…of course we had to use the restroom. If you are fishing with a woman, get ready to be impressed: they have an on board toilet! It grew out of the Captain’s cabin! It wasn’t much of a show piece but fabulous! Y’all, shortly after this amazing discovery, we enjoyed our freshly caught sashimi right on the boat! We caught barracuda, red and black snapper, amberjack and lots of fun! Book this trip…written by the wife!
Hillyboo and Byron were great! We went out half day, husband/wife couples. First off, 3/4 of the way through the trip, it got a bit choppy bc of the storms…of course we had to use the restroom. If you are fishing with a woman, get ready to be impressed: they have an on board toilet! It grew out of the Captain’s cabin! It wasn’t much of a show piece but fabulous! Y’all, shortly after this amazing discovery, we enjoyed our freshly caught sashimi right on the boat! We caught barracuda, red and...
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Fabulous day on the water (Apr 2025)
Full Day Trip - Offshore on April 26, 2025
Byron and crew were Rock Stars! They hooked me up with a beautiful Sailfish and Wahoo! Five Barracuda filled-out the day with plenty of action. We were on the water from 8am-4pm, with a one-hour break for lunch. They pulled into Tranquility Bay Resort dock and proceeded to make a delicious lunch including fresh Wahoo steaks and Barracuda fillets; along with rice & beans, creamed potatoes & corn, and sauteed vegetables. A veritable feast in a spectacular setting! A very memorable day.
Byron and crew were Rock Stars! They hooked me up with a beautiful Sailfish and Wahoo! Five Barracuda filled-out the day with plenty of action. We were on the water from 8am-4pm, with a one-hour break for lunch. They pulled into Tranquility Bay Resort dock and proceeded to make a delicious lunch including fresh Wahoo steaks and Barracuda fillets; along with rice & beans, creamed potatoes & corn, and sauteed vegetables. A veritable feast in a spectacular setting! A very memorable day.
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Freedom Tours Snorkeling
Caye caulker snorkel trip! on February 21, 2025
The snorkeling with Hillyboo and Freedom tours was amazing! It was everything we had hoped for and more with great company, amazing fresh Conch Ceviche and some incredible underwater views! While we were out the rest of Hillyboo’s deep sea boats were catching Wahoo and when we come back to the island we too will be booking a trip again!
The snorkeling with Hillyboo and Freedom tours was amazing! It was everything we had hoped for and more with great company, amazing fresh Conch Ceviche and some incredible underwater views! While we were out the rest of Hillyboo’s deep sea boats were catching Wahoo and when we come back to the island we too will be booking a trip again!
FAQs about Freedom Tours – Trolling Passion
What are the trip rates for Freedom Tours – Trolling Passion?
Freedom Tours – Trolling Passion offers the following trips to customers:
- US $315 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - Half day reef fishing am (4 hours)
- US $315 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip - Reef Fishing (PM) (4 hours)
- US $510 per group, additional US $90 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip - Reef Fishing (8 hours)
- US $550 per group, additional US $85 per person after 5 guests - Half Day Trip - Offshore (AM) (4 hours)
- US $550 per group, additional US $85 per person after 5 guests - Half Day Trip - Offshore (PM) (4 hours)
- US $565 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Caye caulker snorkel trip! (8 hours)
- US $620 per group, additional US $115 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip - Fish & Cookout (8 hours)
- US $790 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - Bacarlar Chico Heritage Park Trip! (8 hours)
- US $850 per group, additional US $115 per person after 5 guests - Full Day Trip - Offshore (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Freedom Tours – Trolling Passion?
When you book a trip with Freedom Tours – Trolling Passion, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Snorkeling Equipment
- Live Bait Well
- Outriggers
- Spearfishing Equipment
- Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with Freedom Tours – Trolling Passion?
Trips booked with Freedom Tours – Trolling Passion include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Snacks (fresh ceviche on full days )
- Drinks (Soft drinks, water ice and rum punch , beer for a)
- First Mate
- Fishing License (Can buy for you and added to the price charter 10 )
- Lunch (Only on Full Day Trip - Fish & Cookout)
What types of fishing does Freedom Tours – Trolling Passion offer?
Freedom Tours – Trolling Passion offers the following types of fishing:
- Inshore Fishing (bayside and artificial reefs )
- Nearshore Fishing (inshore and bayside. artificial reefs too)
- Offshore Fishing (Up to 25 miles.)
- Reef Fishing (inshore and outside the reef weather permitting. )
- Wreck Fishing (artificial reefs bayside )
- Flats Fishing
What fishing techniques does Freedom Tours – Trolling Passion offer?
Freedom Tours – Trolling Passion offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing (Electric reel optional )
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Drift Fishing
- Deep Sea Fishing (weather permitting )
Which fish species can I catch with Freedom Tours – Trolling Passion?
Top targeted fish species with Freedom Tours – Trolling Passion include:
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Grouper (Red)
- Jack Crevalle
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Sailfish
- Snapper (Cubera)
- Tuna (Yellowfin)
- Wahoo
Your operator
San Pedro, Belize
Freedom Tours Fishing Unlimited is run by Captain Gilbert (Hilly Boo) Lara, a local fisherman who was born and raised on La Isla Bonita, Ambergris Caye. He has been offering guided tours in the area for nearly thirty years, steadily growing his fleet of boats that he has built and designed himself specifically for charter fishing trips in the local area. All trips with Freedom Tours are held by experienced local captains, who will show you the best of what the area has to offer, whether you want to try deep sea, reef, or flats fishing.
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Inshore Fishing
bayside and artificial reefs
Nearshore Fishing
inshore and bayside. artificial reefs too
Offshore Fishing
Up to 25 miles.
Reef Fishing
inshore and outside the reef weather permitting.
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Electric reel optional
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing
weather permitting
Which amenities are available onboard
GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling Equipment
Live Bait Well
Outriggers
Spearfishing Equipment
Ice Box
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
fresh ceviche on full days
Drinks
Soft drinks, water ice and rum punch , beer for a
First Mate
Fishing License
Can buy for you and added to the price charter 10
Lunch
Only on Full Day Trip - Fish & Cookout
How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 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.
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
No minimum age
You Keep Catch
will clean enough fish for your dinner
Catch and Release Allowed
Catch and Release Mandatory
Billfish
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:
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.
What’s biting in San Pedro right now
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Sailfish
Wahoo