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.
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Reviews

My Charter Listing

Capt. Emerson

Excellent
4.7 / 5
(20 reviews)
San Pedro
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Trips from US $350

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 20 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (10)
hard working captain
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Great Captain
+7
Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
89%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
95%
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Doug H.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Captain

VERIFIED   NEW  Full Day Trip on October 28, 2025
Em did a great job worked hard, conditions where tough but he stayed after it caught Bones and Permit.
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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   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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Anthony R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Motivated and skilled guide

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on July 23, 2025
Emerson put us on bonefish, tarpon and permit. He was motivated to find fish and a great teacher before and after the hook...
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David N.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fantastic day

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on February 19, 2025
Had a great time with captain Emerson. It was just the 2 of us for the day, great fishing, good conversation and company.ย ...
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Al C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Hooked 4 Permit

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on April 9, 2025
Hard working, personable and very knowledgeable guide. I saw more permit and had more shots than ever before. Highly recommend!
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