Captain
Emerson Ortega

Member since March 2024 San Pedro, Belize
Background
I became a fishing guide at a young age. The reason being, I grew up fishing as from young alongside my family which includes, parents, brothers, cousins and close friends. I am passionate at my job and love the fishing sport.
Techniques
Any technique applicable at the given occasion during fishing. For example, strip pattern, tide, current, water visibility, winds, etc.

Hey, I'm Captain Emerson Ortega

San Pedro, Belize
Background
I became a fishing guide at a young age. The reason being, I grew up fishing as from young alongside my family which includes, parents, brothers, cousins and close friends. I am passionate at my job and love the fishing sport.
Techniques
Any technique applicable at the given occasion during fishing. For example, strip pattern, tide, current, water visibility, winds, etc.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.7 / 5
(18 reviews)
San Pedro
 Last booking: 6 days ago
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $350

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 18 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (6)
We tried
Motivated and skilled guide
Motivated and skilled guide
+3
Angler rating
13
4
1
0
0
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
94%
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Jana J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Awesome Fishing Trip!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on May 2, 2025
We had an incredible time on this private fishing trip! The water was absolutely stunningโ€”crystal clear and calm, making...
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Jake R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Learned to fly fish, caught bone fish

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on July 8, 2025
The captain was good at positioning the boat so we could cast to the schools of fish. He taught me how to fly fishing, and...
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Lance E.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Emerson

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip on August 1, 2025
Was focused on trying to get familiar with Fly Rod.ย  Emerson worked with me on several occasions.ย  Would have likely caught...
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Bret V. D.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

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VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on July 26, 2025
The Captain was able to pick me up at the dock at my hotel. The weather forecast was rough and before even left, the seas were...
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Morgan G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Caught our first bonefish!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on February 7, 2025
My wife and I had a great day with Captain Emerson. He was very patient with us and was a great instructor. Neither one of...
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