Captain
Eric Henkis

Member since May 2015 San Pedro, Belize
Background
Captain Eric Henkis is the owner and the operator of Uprising Tours Fishing. Born and raised in Belize, he knows these bountiful waters like the palm of his hand. He has over 16 years of experience as a captain and he loved being on the water since he was a kid. His grandfather was a fisherman and Captain Eric couldn't wait to follow in his footsteps. He and his team will do their best to make sure you have a memorable day on the water.

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San Pedro, Belize
Background
Captain Eric Henkis is the owner and the operator of Uprising Tours Fishing. Born and raised in Belize, he knows these bountiful waters like the palm of his hand. He has over 16 years of experience as a captain and he loved being on the water since he was a kid. His grandfather was a fisherman and Captain Eric couldn't wait to follow in his footsteps. He and his team will do their best to make sure you have a memorable day on the water.
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Uprising Tours Fishing

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Uprising Tours Fishing โ€“ Knotty Pirate

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(45 reviews)
San Pedro
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 186 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
94%
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Robyn C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Just Awesome!

VERIFIED   Full Day Fishing, Snorkeling & BBQ on March 16, 2024
My husband & I booked a full day fishing, snorkeling & BBQ trip with Captain Eric. We have charter fished destinations around...
Robyn C. recommends Uprising Tours Fishing โ€“ Knotty Pirate
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Erik W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing day fishing & snorkeling

VERIFIED   Full Day Fishing, Snorkeling & BBQ on March 15, 2024
The crew did a fantastic job.ย  They are very experienced and adjust to the conditions.ย  Fishing was non stop action, saw...
Erik W. recommends Uprising Tours Fishing โ€“ Knotty Pirate
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Kyle P.
Boise, ID
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Full day with Eric and Chris

VERIFIED   Fishing, Snorkeling & Beach BBQ on February 28, 2023
Another successful trip with Eric and Chris! And big reason we will keep coming back to them when we are down here, everything...
Kyle P. recommends Uprising Tours Fishing
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Ryan B.
Plymouth, MN
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day trip on the Knotty Pirate with Captain Eric.

VERIFIED   Half day reef fishing on February 13, 2023
I always try to book with a local guide.ย  Captain Eric and first mate Chris were top notch.ย  Our goal was to catch enough...
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Wesley F.
Belize City, Belize
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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Full day fishing, beach lunch snorkeling.

VERIFIED   Fishing, Snorkeling & Beach BBQ on May 5, 2022
Started the day meeting Captain Eric and Mate Chris. 30 minutes after leaving the dock, Chris has retrieved 8 or 9 conch for...
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