Puerto Rico Fishing Charters

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Puerto Rico: 53 fishing charters available
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(44 reviews)
San Juan
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trips from US $375
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(48 reviews)
San Juan
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trips from US $375
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(28 reviews)
Cabo Rojo
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trips from US $426
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(143 reviews)
San Juan
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trips from US $300
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(395 reviews)
San Juan
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trips from US $700
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(62 reviews)
Fajardo
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trips from US $950
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(81 reviews)
San Juan
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trips from US $290
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(119 reviews)
San Juan
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trips from US $380
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(104 reviews)
Cabo Rojo
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trips from US $675
Excellent
4.5 / 5
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San Juan
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Frequently Asked Questions about Fishing Charters in Puerto Rico

According to customer reviews, some of the most popular fishing charters in Puerto Rico are: Full list of top fishing charters in Puerto Rico

The average price for a private 4 hour Puerto Rico fishing trip is US $521, while an 8 hour private trip will cost you US $943 based on prices on FishingBooker.com.

Fishing charters in Puerto Rico that received great reviews from families are:

The top 3 fish species targeted on guided fishing trips in Puerto Rico are:

The top 3 fishing techniques in Puerto Rico are:

The top 3 types of fishing in Puerto Rico are:

Many fishing charters in Puerto Rico provide rods, reels and tackle. Some of the top rated are:

According to customer reviews on FishingBooker.com, some of the best rated charter captains in Puerto Rico are:

Who are the top awarded captains in Puerto Rico?

Some of the fishing trips offered by fishing charters in Puerto Rico are:
  • Extended fishing trips โ€“ US $795
  • 2-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $310
  • 3-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $375
  • 4-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $537
  • 5-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $845
  • 6-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $676
  • 7-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $1,095
  • 8-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $1,245
  • 12-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $2,000

Fishing in Puerto Rico

Just for fishing alone, the “Island of Enchantment” deserves its name. From freshwater ponds to marshy bays, and with deep waters just a few miles from shore, this Caribbean island should be on the top of every serious angler’s list. Fortunately, there are plenty of Puerto Rico fishing charters waiting to take you on the angling adventure of a lifetime!
 
Peacock Bass is the star of the show inland, and these dazzling creatures offer non-stop action where you could catch up to 50 in a day. It’s a great way to make sure you get some meat out of your inshore trip, where you’ll release Tarpon weighing up to 100 pounds, along with Snook, Jack Crevalle, Bonefish, and many more.
 
Your next step on your way out to sea will be the stunning reefs nearshore. Snappers, Groupers, Ladyfish, Barracuda, and many more promise to be biting. However, the serious action happens offshore. Puerto Rico is just 75 miles from the deepest spots of the Atlantic, and boasts a current that drags in all the big game monsters. Go after Blue and White Marlin, Sailfish, and Spearfish, along with Mahi Mahi, Tuna, and Wahoo here.
 
With such great fishing just a stone’s throw away, you can get your fill on a trip as short as half a day. Inshore and nearshore trips are recommended for beginners and families, while offshore trips are more suited to experienced anglers. You could even spend the whole day out on the water! Find your guide in San Juan, Fajardo, Rincon, Paraguera, or any other fishing hub, and away you go.
 

Rules & Regulations

As well as having the experience of a professional captain aboard a Puerto Rico fishing charter, your license will also be covered. Your guide will make sure you fish within the law, helping you release all Billfish, Tarpon, and Bonefish. 
Puerto Rico
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Based on 28386 reviews by FishingBooker anglers

Puerto Rico Fishing Seasons

January

Visit the San Sebastian Street Festival for an explosion of color and music, or hit the water to battle huge fish. With Sailfish and Wahoo offshore and monster Tarpon inshore, you won’t be short of action.

February

Celebrate Puerto Rico’s take on Mardi Gras at the Carnival Ponceño in Ponce. Otherwise, head to the Casals Festival, San Juan’s most important cultural event. Either way, expect great live music.

March

Snook, Snapper, and Tarpon pack into the shallows, as Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, Marlin, and Sailfish demolish baits and dent lures offshore. This is some of the best sport fishing Puerto Rico sees all year.

April

If you’re in the mood for a flavor overload, check out the annual Saborea! Food Festival to try local delicacies and traditional treats. Otherwise, hit the reefs for tasty Snappers and Groupers. You won’t go hungry here.

May

San Juan’s annual Jazz Festival is one of the largest events of its type in the Caribbean. It’s well worth a visit, if you can tear yourself away from monster Tarpon, Blue and White Marlin, and Peacock Bass.

June

White Marlin and Yellowfin Tuna are at their peak, and Blue Marlin are biting hard, too. In the freshwater fisheries, Peacock Bass just gets better and better as the water heats up.

July

Whether you’re a dancefloor diva or have two left feet, you can’t miss the Puerto Rico Salsa Congress. This spectacle is held in San Juan in July, and is enough even to rival Marlin and Bass for pure excitement.

August

Big game anglers hit the western coast to take on the island’s second wave of Blue Marlin. The heat may be intense, but the bite is even more so. Bass continue to fight hard as summer wears on.

September

September is peak rainy season, and intense storms can make fishing difficult. They don’t put out the fire in the Blue Marlin bite, though. Head to the west of the island to battle these beasts in the Mona Passage.

October

The San Juan International Billfish Tournament has been running since the ‘50s, and is still one of the top events in the region. Whether you’re taking part or just checking out the weigh-in, this event is well worth visiting.

November

Get your dose of local rhythms at the Festival of Puerto Rican Music in San Juan. Otherwise, hit the water for Barracuda, Jacks, Bonefish, Kingfish, Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, and more!

December
The Hatillo Masks Festival has been running each year since 1823, telling the story of King Herod in a flurry of outlandish costumes, and colorful parades. Need even more excitement? Sailfish are on fire offshore!

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What anglers said about fishing in Puerto Rico

No restroom on board so female passengers should plan ahead for a 4 hour trip. Some bugs at night (mosquitoes) but crew provided bug spray and they only last about 20 mins at dusk. Perfect trip in inland waters with light to calm wave activity (no motion sickness.). Bring a snack and enjoy!!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
No restroom on board so female passengers should plan ahead for a 4 hour trip. Some bugs at night (mosquitoes) but crew provided bug spray and they only last about 20 mins at dusk. Perfect trip in inland waters with light to calm wave activity (no motion sickness.). Bring a snack and enjoy!!
SuFishNSea Charters
SuFishNSea Charters
Not the biggest fish but certainly a lot of fish with an experienced Captain
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Not the biggest fish but certainly a lot of fish with an experienced Captain
SuFishNSea Charters
SuFishNSea Charters
We were first time fishers. Captain Louis is a very good teacher, explained exactly wat to do when a fish bites. We got 3 out of 3 catches
Excellent
5.0 / 5
We were first time fishers. Captain Louis is a very good teacher, explained exactly wat to do when a fish bites. We got 3 out of 3 catches
SuFishNSea Charters
SuFishNSea Charters
Consider reef fishing but go with the captainโ€™s recommendation as to whatโ€™s biting best ,if some of the anglers are inexperienced.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Consider reef fishing but go with the captainโ€™s recommendation as to whatโ€™s biting best ,if some of the anglers are inexperienced.
Salty Rod Fishing Charters
Salty Rod Fishing Charters
Constant action on good fish. Not a trophy location but the best sight casting for peacock that I have seen.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Constant action on good fish. Not a trophy location but the best sight casting for peacock that I have seen.
Peacock Bass Tours
Peacock Bass Tours
They said it had been a tough few weeks. Mid Feb might just be a bad time.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
They said it had been a tough few weeks. Mid Feb might just be a bad time.
Blue Water Fishing Puerto Rico
Blue Water Fishing Puerto Rico
Go with Luis let him show you all fishing in Puerto Rico has to offer. Heโ€™s the only guy we will use from now on!!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Go with Luis let him show you all fishing in Puerto Rico has to offer. Heโ€™s the only guy we will use from now on!!
SuFishNSea Charters
SuFishNSea Charters
Give yourself a long enough trip to hook up multiple time. Tarpon are very allusive.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Give yourself a long enough trip to hook up multiple time. Tarpon are very allusive.
Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing
Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing
You never know what you're going to see when you leave the marina. Fajardo is some of the best around
Excellent
5.0 / 5
You never know what you're going to see when you leave the marina. Fajardo is some of the best around
787 Fishing Trips
787 Fishing Trips
I would definitely book at least 4 hours as the captain sometimes needs time to find the fish.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
I would definitely book at least 4 hours as the captain sometimes needs time to find the fish.
Backwater Tarpon Bay Boat Ranger 23
Backwater Tarpon Bay Boat Ranger 23
Wear plenty of sunscreen and be patient remember it's fishing, you may have 15-45 min of no bites and all of a sudden BAAAM, all hands on deck!!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Wear plenty of sunscreen and be patient remember it's fishing, you may have 15-45 min of no bites and all of a sudden BAAAM, all hands on deck!!
Tarpon Tours
Tarpon Tours
Theyโ€™re always biting if youโ€™re fishing for the right species at the right time and right place.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Theyโ€™re always biting if youโ€™re fishing for the right species at the right time and right place.
Double Hook Charters
Double Hook Charters
We fished in the afternoon. Sunscreen was needed, but not bug spray. Fish were biting. It was great.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
We fished in the afternoon. Sunscreen was needed, but not bug spray. Fish were biting. It was great.
Reel Addiction PR
Reel Addiction PR
Be prepared for weather. Sun and possible rain. And talk with the captain of your expectations.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Be prepared for weather. Sun and possible rain. And talk with the captain of your expectations.
SuFishNSea Charters
SuFishNSea Charters
Go with Clery! This was our first time to San Juan, the fishing exceeded our expectations!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Go with Clery! This was our first time to San Juan, the fishing exceeded our expectations!
Backwater Tarpon Fishing PR
Backwater Tarpon Fishing PR
Remember, itโ€™s fishing and no one can control the fish. Show up prepared with suggested items. Be patient and take direction from your captain, they all spend thousands of hours a year on the water and are experts in their craft.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Remember, itโ€™s fishing and no one can control the fish. Show up prepared with suggested items. Be patient and take direction from your captain, they all spend thousands of hours a year on the water and are experts in their craft.
SuFishNSea Charters
SuFishNSea Charters
This is a great trip for families and those not wanting to go offshore. Very calm waters, very relaxing. However, fish are big, exciting and a lot of fun to catch. Even the most experienced will enjoy this trip. This is a perfect all around trip for everyone.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
This is a great trip for families and those not wanting to go offshore. Very calm waters, very relaxing. However, fish are big, exciting and a lot of fun to catch. Even the most experienced will enjoy this trip. This is a perfect all around trip for everyone.
SuFishNSea Charters
SuFishNSea Charters
Bring sunscreen and sun shirts. Always a good idea to bring your preferred snacks/food.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Bring sunscreen and sun shirts. Always a good idea to bring your preferred snacks/food.
Extreme Fishing Puerto Rico
Extreme Fishing Puerto Rico
Great weather, good for family. Captain Marcos is a family man and marine biologist. He treasures our natural resources and has a wealth of knowledge other than putting a fish in the boat. Great times!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Great weather, good for family. Captain Marcos is a family man and marine biologist. He treasures our natural resources and has a wealth of knowledge other than putting a fish in the boat. Great times!
787 Fishing Trips
787 Fishing Trips
Go to Luis. He was awesome. It was a little slow at first but it got exciting after a while.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Go to Luis. He was awesome. It was a little slow at first but it got exciting after a while.
Grillofishing Charters
Grillofishing Charters

How did anglers rate fishing charters in Puerto Rico?

787 Fishing Trips
787 Fishing Trips
Fishing charter in Fajardo
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(75 reviews)
Marco was very nice and helpful he had a surprise at then and if our trip and he definitely made it a great experience
Glenn  C.
Glenn C.
SuFishNSea Charters
SuFishNSea Charters
Fishing charter in San Juan
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(143 reviews)
Captain Luis was top notch. Only a captain for 6 years but he was smart and very driven to find us fish. Iโ€™ll be back next time I visit the island.
Justin  B.
Justin B.
Blue Water Fishing Puerto Rico
Blue Water Fishing Puerto Rico
Fishing charter in San Juan
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(395 reviews)
They worked really hard to get us on some fish! We also saw a giant turtle and a humpback whale!!
Linette  F.
Linette F.
Deep sea fishing
Deep sea fishing
Fishing charter in Fajardo
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(62 reviews)
Roberto and Jose were spot on, all four of us had a fun time catching barracuda and mackerel. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a good honest and experienced fishing crew.
Willam  S.
Willam S.
Tarpon Tours
Tarpon Tours
Fishing charter in Carolina
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(111 reviews)
Got us on the fish right away and moved us to another good spot when the action cooled. Got into some really nice Tarpon! Going to do it again!
Scott  M.
Scott M.
SuFishNSea Charters
SuFishNSea Charters
Fishing charter in San Juan
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(143 reviews)
Fishing can be tough at times. Especially when youโ€™re fly fishing. This was a tough day on the water but fish were caught. Luis made the trip enjoyable.
George  S.
George S.
Tight Lines Fishing Puerto Rico
Tight Lines Fishing Puerto Rico
Fishing charter in San Juan
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(119 reviews)
My son and I had a fantastic morning fishing tarpon with Captain David. Very low-key and enjoyable time on the water.
Kyle  H.
Kyle H.
Grillofishing Charters
Grillofishing Charters
Fishing charter in San Juan
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(44 reviews)
We had planned to do an offshore trip and was unable due to scheduling issues. Let Grillofishing know and he was quick to find a solution. We ended up doing inshore instead due to weather. But we had a great time and caught a few fish He was very friendly and very knowledgeable. Would recommend anybody to grilo!
Kagen  S.
Kagen S.
Fish Slayer Charters
Fish Slayer Charters
Fishing charter in Cabo Rojo
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(104 reviews)
Paul and crew were outstanding! Very knowledgeable and engaging! Would highly recommend as the top charter in PR!!
Andy  C.
Andy C.
SuFishNSea Charters
SuFishNSea Charters
Fishing charter in San Juan
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(143 reviews)
Our family had such a fun time with Capt Luis. We took the 4 hr afternoon trip, hooked 7 fish and had 4 epic fights โ€” 2 of which were over 80 lb tarpon! Luis was knowledgeable and kind to our kids, and even kept us out longer to get one last bite for the day. Great way to spend an afternoon.
Elizabeth  H.
Elizabeth H.
SuFishNSea Charters
SuFishNSea Charters
Fishing charter in San Juan
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(143 reviews)
We had a great time with captain Luis and we caught plenty of tarpon. I would recommend SuFishNSea to anyone!
Cole  B.
Cole B.
Blue Water Fishing Puerto Rico
Blue Water Fishing Puerto Rico
Fishing charter in San Juan
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(395 reviews)
The bite was off on this trip but Capn Pepe and mate Manny worked harder than I seen in a charter to put us on fish. Ended up with 4 strikes and boated two. As a boat owner and one who loves to fish I was impressed with how hard they worked the water and how open they were to questions. Iโ€™d recommend Blue Water Fishing Charter to anyone who comes to San Juan
Michael  C.
Michael C.
Grillofishing Charters
Grillofishing Charters
Fishing charter in San Juan
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(44 reviews)
The bite wasn't very good for us , but captain Luis tried his best to get us on the fish. I would definitely go out with him again if I make it back down to Puerto Rico.
BENJAMIN  F.
BENJAMIN F.
Blue Water Fishing Puerto Rico
Blue Water Fishing Puerto Rico
Fishing charter in San Juan
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(395 reviews)
The crew on Blue Water Fishing were great. They communicated well before and during the trip. The fishing grounds are just a few miles offshore, and the crew were experienced knowledgeable fisherman. I would charter them again.
Ronald  P.
Ronald P.
Fish Slayer Charters
Fish Slayer Charters
Fishing charter in Cabo Rojo
Excellent
4.3 / 5
(104 reviews)
Great time catching monster Mutton Snapper! Crew was great and super friendly!
Ed  B.
Ed B.
Tarpon Tours
Tarpon Tours
Fishing charter in Carolina
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(111 reviews)
Highly recommend Captain Paco!! Took us to a great spot - plenty of bites all day. Was very patient and extremely knowledgeable about catching tarpon.
Nathan  S.
Nathan S.
SuFishNSea Charters
SuFishNSea Charters
Fishing charter in San Juan
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(143 reviews)
Caught my first tarpon today, with help from Captain Luis! Thanks for a great day on the water.
David  V.
David V.
Fish Slayer Charters
Fish Slayer Charters
Fishing charter in Cabo Rojo
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(104 reviews)
Capt Paul, Rob and Matt took us on a great day long excursion and got us on fish right away. In the waiting times, they were very friendly and easy to talk with. You could tell the crew had a good relationship and worked well together. Took care of everything from set up to cleaning fish at the end-all on a very clean boat. On top of this, they pointed out many sightings of humpback whales, they were everywhere (not always the case they said!) Hope to book again in the future!
Doug  L.
Doug L.
Konklma Fishing Charters
Konklma Fishing Charters
Fishing charter in Fajardo
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(120 reviews)
Went on 6 hour trip with Captain Andy and Barbara. Had a great time and caught mucho (a lot) of fish. Trolled and bottom fished. Provided drinks, snacks and sandwiches. Basically just show up and have fun catching fish. Highly recommend.
Jose  G.
Jose G.
Peacock Bass And Tarpon Tours โ€“ Puerto Rico
Peacock Bass And Tarpon Tours โ€“ Puerto Rico
Fishing charter in Carolina
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(56 reviews)
Captain Paco provides an excellent service for our fishing trip. We enjoyed his camaraderie and a wonderful time.
Diane  L.
Diane L.

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