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Toons Joy Sport Fishing NV
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Toons Joy Sport Fishing NV

Oranjestad, Aruba
250+ reviews
The mutilingual crew aboard Thaisa and Thaisa II make it their mission to get you on fish. Frequently praised for their dedication to putting you on your target species, they are very courteous and have a wealth of experience behind them. Treating you well as a guest throughout your trip, they will make sure you leave as a friend.

Charter

Rating

4.3
253 reviews
4.1
Boat & Equipment
4.6
Captain & Crew
4.3
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

82%
Good experience
90%
Friendly captain
86%
Recommend this charter
71%
Appropriate for children
86%
Satisfied with the boat
73%
Caught fish

All reviews (253)

Showing 1 – 5 of 253 reviews
  • Andrew Perkins
    Andrew Perkins
    us
    Connecticut, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing crew and experience

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 4 adults

    The crew was awesome and full of personality. They did a great job getting everyone involved and making sure we were having a good time throughout the trip. We booked a 4-hour trip and went about 5 miles offshore. The water was pretty choppy, so if you’re prone to seasickness, I’d recommend taking something beforehand. We got hooked up pretty quickly on a nice-sized sailfish, which Jay helped us land. That ended up being the only fish we caught, so if you’re looking to increase your chances, it definitely wouldn’t hurt to book a longer trip! Overall, it was a great experience from start to finish, and we’d definitely recommend it!

    Reported catch:
    Sailfish
    Response from Charter operator

    Hi Thanks for the review Regards

  • Valentina Hickey
    Valentina Hickey
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    ⭐ Five‑Star Review for an Amazing Day on the Water

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 4 adults

    We had an amazing day on the water. Jay, the first mate, and his captain were excellent from start to finish. Their teamwork, knowledge, and upbeat personalities made the entire experience smooth, fun, and memorable. They kept us on the fish all day, and we ended up catching three different species, which made the trip even more exciting. Jay was attentive and encouraging, and the captain knew exactly where to go to keep the action steady. The boat was well‑run, the atmosphere was relaxed, and the crew made sure we had everything we needed for a successful trip. Highly recommend booking with them — you’ll walk away with great memories and a cooler full of stories.

    Response from Charter operator

    Hi Thank you for the review Regards

  • Philip Brannon
    Philip Brannon
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified

    FISH ON!

    3/4 Day Trip • 2 adults • 1 child

    Its called fishing, not catching as the saying goes, but today we caught 6 Bonita (1 we used for bait) and 2 Mahi. Jared has 15 years of experience and kept 4 to 5 baited lines in the water at all times. All the charters are in contact with each other via radio trying to tract the bait fish and then find the big fish. 3-4 boats could be seen at any times all in our vicinity. Other boats today caught nothing. Expect to reel a 100yds worth of line if you have a fish on as the bait is far from the boat. Dont make the guide reel them in for you, then you are watching, not fishing. Trolling seems to be the choice for all the boats, not bottom fishing. We opted for 6hr tour to better our odds but bite ended by 3rd/4th hr. This boat is old and ugly, but with an experienced crew maybe best to catch fish on the water. I would recommend these guys if you are more into catching fish than a pretty boat.

    Reported catch:
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Albacore Tuna
    Response from Charter operator

    Hi Thank you for the review Regards

  • Joe De Souza
    Joe De Souza
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Fishing of a lifetime

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 2 adults

    Captain Joel and crew Jay were fantastic. Cindy assisted with booking and was also great. Overall the trip ended with a cooler filled with fish: mahi mahi, bonitos, tuna, and also caught and released a nice sized sailfish. Captain kept us on the fish the entire time - 10/10 would recommend.

    Reported catch:
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Sailfish
    Albacore Tuna
    Bonito
    Response from Charter operator

    Hi Thank you for the review Regards

  • Edward Bruscino
    Edward Bruscino
    Repeat angler
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2025
    5 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    Capt Joelle and Jay worked hard

    3/4 Day Trip – Fall Discount • 5 adults

    Capt Joelle and first mate J worked hard trying to put us in fish. did a 6 hour morning trip on Thaisa. Her glory days are behind her, but she had 3 captains chairs and a big cover in rear. we got 2 good bites early in trip but didnt land anything. after a slow 2 hours looking all over for fish we hooked onto a 60-70 sailfish and after about 20-25 minutes brought this beauty on the boat and released her. all in all a good trip just a slow day all around didnt see much on dock from other boats when we got back. the guys worked hard ans we appreciated it.

    Reported catch:
    Sailfish
    Response from Charter operator

    Hi Thank you for the review Regards

Real catches shared by our community

  • Thaisa II – 36'
    Thaisa II – 36'Oranjestad
    Two adult anglers proudly display a large yellowtail fish aboard an offshore fishing boat, with rods and open ocean visible.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Kathryn L.
    Kathryn L.
    Our first mate worked like crazy for us and kept a hand line, 2 rods and 2 outriggers baited the whole time. The captain navigated the choppy waters well. We brought home 4 nice Mahi Mahi and caught a bonita and almost a baracuda. Good day all around.
  • Thaisa II – 36'
    Thaisa II – 36'Oranjestad
    Adult angler proudly holding a large mahi-mahi on a sunny waterfront boardwalk.
    Fish 1
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Slow day But stil a mahi mahi day
  • Thaisa II – 36'
    Thaisa II – 36'Oranjestad
    Het was geweldig.
    Harry V.
    Harry V.
    Het was een leuke ervaring om op zee te vissen. Het was de eerste keer. Bemanning was goed, de kaptein heeft de gevangen vis gefileerd. Wij hebben wat mee gekregen en op aanraden van de kaptein gelijk laten bakken bij Restaurant Lucy's. Het was een leuke dag. groet Harry en Wouter.
  • Thaisa II – 36'
    Thaisa II – 36'Oranjestad
    Two adult anglers display a colorful mahi-mahi on a sunny marina dock beside the boat fuel station.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Hi Good fishing day A little bit of everything Mahi mahi, tuna, Bonito
  • Thaisa II – 36'
    Thaisa II – 36'Oranjestad
    Anglers aboard an offshore fishing boat with a colorful mahi-mahi hanging from the line during an active ocean fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Christopher P.
    Christopher P.
    we had a great experience. the captain and first mate were great. we caught our first fish with in five minutes of leaving. the first mate worked his butt off to ensure we had a great time and the captain took us to the fish. had a grest time!
  • Thaisa II – 36'
    Thaisa II – 36'Oranjestad
    Multiple freshly caught fish arranged on a marina dock beside a sportfishing boat, with an angler partially visible.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +3
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Honeymoon fishing trip Good catch Mahi Mahi, Bonito, and tuna
  • Thaisa II – 36'
    Thaisa II – 36'Oranjestad
    Multiple mahi-mahi and other sport fish arranged on a weathered wooden dock for a fishing catch display.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Today is mahi mahi, Bonito, and tuna day
  • Thaisa II – 36'
    Thaisa II – 36'Oranjestad
    Multiple fish, including mahi-mahi and tuna-like catches, arranged on a weathered wooden dock beside a drainage grate.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Today Very calm water Catch of the day mahi mahi, tuna and Bonito
  • Thaisa II – 36'
    Thaisa II – 36'Oranjestad
    Angler proudly displays a large mahi-mahi on a boat offshore, with another adult and fishing rods visible in the open-ocean setting.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Gary D.
    Gary D.
    Captain and Crew we great! We caught six Mahi Mahi and two Black Fin Tuna. The Captain managed to keep us on fish all day and the First Mate maintained fresh bait on all six lines. I would recommend this crew though the boat needs some work, not enough to give it a poor rating. Five ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ across the board. Thank you.
  • Thaisa II – 36'
    Thaisa II – 36'Oranjestad
    Multiple offshore fish, including colorful mahi-mahi and tuna-like species, arranged across a weathered wooden dock.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Today is mahi mahi and tuna day

What's biting with Thaisa II – 36' in Oranjestad

Mid-fall brings rains to this Caribbean paradise. But it's a matter of minutes before the sun comes out! This is a great time to go Sailfishing, but Blue Marlin steal the show.

Top catches for November

Fishing reports

Adult angler proudly holding a large mahi-mahi on a sunny waterfront boardwalk.

Slow Day but Mahi Mahi Caught

Oct 26, 2026 • Oranjestad
Slow day But stil a mahi mahi day
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Two adult anglers display a colorful mahi-mahi on a sunny marina dock beside the boat fuel station.

Mixed Bag: Mahi, Tuna & Bonito

Oct 23, 2026 • Oranjestad
Hi Good fishing day A little bit of everything Mahi mahi, tuna, Bonito
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Sailfish and Mahi Mahi Action

Oct 22, 2026 • Oranjestad
Good day Sail Fish and mahi mahi
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Multiple freshly caught fish arranged on a marina dock beside a sportfishing boat, with an angler partially visible.

Honeymoon Catch: Mahi, Bonito & Tuna

Oct 22, 2026 • Oranjestad
Honeymoon fishing trip Good catch Mahi Mahi, Bonito, and tuna
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Bluefin tuna held by an angler on a weathered fishing dock, showcasing the fresh catch.

Mahi, Bonito and Tuna Day

Oct 19, 2026 • Oranjestad
Today is mahi mahi, Bonito, and tuna day
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Multiple freshly caught fish and pink fillets arranged on a weathered dockside cleaning table, with anglers preparing the catch.

Calm Seas: Mahi Mahi, Tuna & Bonito

Oct 14, 2026 • Oranjestad
Today Very calm water Catch of the day mahi mahi, tuna and Bonito
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