Puerto Rico Tarpon Fishing Charters

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Top Tarpon Fishing in Puerto Rico

  • Meet the Captain
    • One eyed larry!

    This fast-paced trip involves four hours of fishing some of the best inshore waters around. Your main target is the Silver King, but it's not the only one out there.

    Half Day Trip (AM)
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    US $415
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  • Meet the Captain

    This trip you will hunt the inshore shallow waters going after some exceptional game fish. Tarpon will be your prime target, as well as Snook, Jack Crevalle, and more, ensuring you an exciting day on board.

    Half Day Trip
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    US $400
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    This trip is designed for those who did not expect to fish puerto rico but want to give it a try. Quick trip can be designed for the young ones or perfect for when the wife goes to the spa, you can escape and fish the backwaters of san juan

    Easy going Backwater Trip
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    US $290
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  • Meet the Captain

    This fast-paced trip involves four hours of fishing some of the best inshore waters around. Your main target is the Silver King, but it's not the only one out there. You and the crew will leave the dock at 7:00 a.m. and return at 11:00 a.m. We will be using live bait, swimbaits, death bait & some lures. The captain will catch bait upon availability in the morning. This trip will be in 100% calm waters.

    Half Day Trip – Tarpon Fishing (AM)
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    US $387
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  • Meet the Captain

    Light tackle fishing is a carefully thought-out technique that uses a line and a hook with either live or artificial bait. It centers on your own ability as an angler, but you can count on the captain to guide you through every step of the way. The trip starts at 7:00 a.m.

    4 Hour Trip – Light Tackle (AM)
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    US $360
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  • Angler's Choice
    Meet the Captain

    Inshore Noon! fishing! Enjoy! the view of the castle and some historic places! while Fishing! @ the same time! see you soon!@ Grillofishing! Thanks!

    Inshore! Pm fishing trip!
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    US $400
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  • Angler's Choice
    Meet the Captain

    The night trip will be carried out with a rod and reel using live, dead, or artificial bait. The captain will be by your side to guide you through the process of fishing. This trip begins at 6 p.m.

    4 Hour Trip – Night time
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    US $500
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  • Meet the Captain

    This fast-paced trip involves four hours of fishing some of the best inshore waters around. Your main target is the Silver King & Snook, but it's not the only one out there. Live bait, dead bait & lures are included.

    4 Hour Trip (AM)
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    US $389
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  • Angler's Choice
    Meet the Captain

    The Morning trip will be carried out with rod and reel using live, dead, or artificial bait. The captain will be by your side to guide you through the process of fishing. This trip begins at 7 a.m.

    4 Hour Trip (AM)
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    US $425
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Recent Tarpon catches in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico Tarpon Fishing Seasons

Tarpon
Size
25 to 80lbs
Food Value
None
Game Quality
Excellent

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Tarpon fishing in Puerto Rico is all about power, speed, and acrobatic jumps. The “Silver King” thrives in the island’s warm, inshore waters. Calm bays, mangroves, and urban lagoons hold fish year-round, so you can chase Tarpon close to shore and close to town.

Guides target Tarpon with live baits and lures on spinning gear. Mullet, sardines, and threadfin herring are common live baits. Soft plastics and diving plugs also work well around channel edges and mangrove points. Fly fishing is popular in clear pockets and tidal seams, using dark flies when the water is stained.

Trips usually run on shallow-draft boats with plenty of casting space. Runs are short, so you spend more time fishing and less time riding. This is great for first-timers, families, and anglers who want action without rough seas. Bring sun protection, polarized sunglasses, a hat, and non-marking shoes. Captains provide tackle and will coach you through the fight and safe release.

Across the country, Tarpon hotspots include San Juan Bay and its connected lagoons, plus mangrove shorelines near Fajardo and Ceiba. The southwest coast around La Parguera has sheltered channels and flats. The northwest holds river mouths and back bays that shine after rainfall. These areas offer steady inshore fishing with quick access from major towns.

Before your trip, check Puerto Rico’s current fishing rules. Confirm whether you need a license, and ask your captain about local permits. Many captains practice catch-and-release for Tarpon. Regulations, seasons, and harvest rules can change, so review them ahead of time.

Habitats
Inshore
Flats
Backcountry
Techniques
Light Tackle
Fly Fishing
Spinning

What anglers said about Tarpon Fishing in Puerto Rico

  • 5.0
    /5
    (2 hours special deal early sunrise)

    Nice redemption trip

    My son and I were pretty bummed when we struck out a couple days ago, so very last minute, as in 1030pm night before we decide to try and book. We had a great time! Hooked into some snook and a tarpon. Best part was that our captain was not only attentive, but really knew his stuff. We were on in no time. Thanks for the memories!
    Adrien C.
    Adrien C.
    Reviewed on Sep 13, 2026
  • 5.0
    /5
    (2 Hour Trip 9-11 AM)

    Incredible catch

    Capt Luis was top notch. Took me and my 10, 12 yr old sons out on a brutally hot morning and got us all on tarpon, including an 80 lb-er that gave an incredible 25 min fight on a lighter test line that Luis patiently/expertly helped me reel in. Great with the kids, top guy!
    Jason P.
    Jason P.
    Reviewed on Sep 7, 2026
  • 5.0
    /5
    (6 Hour Trip PM)

    August fishing trip

    This was a great trip! Landed two big tarpon and had several others on. Captain Luis was professional and was working hard to keep us on the fish. These things are so fun to catch!
    Tanner G.
    Tanner G.
    Reviewed on Sep 1, 2026
  • 5.0
    /5
    (EARLY LURES & SWIMBAITS TRIP 4HRS)

    4 hr early morning fun

    Captain Mateo found plenty of tarpon feeding but they were finicky. He kept trying different baits and techniques until we finally hooked into a 60 pound tarpon and then another 15 pound tarpon. Caught a bonus barracuda as well.
    Ron L.
    Ron L.
    Reviewed on Aug 30, 2026
  • 5.0
    /5
    (2 Hour Trip (AM))

    A reason to come back

    The tides weren’t ideal for the only time we had to fish so the fishing was slow, but captain Alex was great and very knowledgeable, and tried his absolute hardest to get us into the fish. Gives me a good excuse to come back to PR to get my tarpon!
    Alexander B.
    Alexander B.
    Reviewed on Aug 25, 2026

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