Cartagena Charters
Charter operator

Cartagena Charters

Cartagena, Colombia
25+ reviews
I've always loved spending time on the water, fishing or just enjoying the quiet. I've spent well over 40 years fishing the local waters, and running my own charter has been my dream for a long time, though always on a back burner. Today, that I get to do it, my favorite part of the job is spending time outdoors and meeting new interesting people. My attention to detail and the desire for everyone to have a great time on board is what makes me work hard and have fun at the same time.

Charter

Pura Vida
Cartagena
Instant Confirmation
Trips from
US $495

Rating

4.3
35 reviews
4.1
Boat & Equipment
4.4
Captain & Crew
4.3
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

80%
Recommend this charter
77%
Caught fish

All reviews (35)

Showing 1 – 5 of 35 reviews
  • Magalie Rancourt
    Magalie Rancourt
    ca
    Québec, Canada
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Pêche de 4 heure en matinée

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 2 adults

    J’ai réservé une sortie de pêche de 4h le matin pour la fête à mon frère et c’était vraiment une belle expérience. On a attrapé 8 poissons ( thon, barracuda,etc) , et les capitaines étaient très gentils. Ils s’assuraient toujours qu’on allait bien et nous ont même offert à boire. Aucun de nous deux n’avons été malade mais je vous conseil des médicamenrs antinausé puisque les vagues étaient assez intenses!!! Si on retourne en Colombie, on va clairement refaire affaire avec eux. Merci encore pour cette belle avant-midi!!

    Reported catch:
    Yellowfin Tuna
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Jack Crevalle
    Great Barracuda
    Response from Charter operator

    thanks so much hope see you again!!!

  • John Singleton
    John Singleton
    us
    Georgia, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great experience and will definitely use again

    Sunset Fishing Trips • 2 adults

    The captain and his crew were great people and made sure we had a memorable experience. We caught tuna, our first time ever catching something other than catfish and crappie, and I’ve done a lot of fishing. Anyone looking for a first-rate experience with a crew that is experienced, so you’ll feel safe and enjoy the experience, must use Captain David. Pura Vida!

    Reported catch:
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Great Barracuda
    Response from Charter operator

    Gracias hope to see you again !!!

  • Rashaad Nauthali
    Rashaad Nauthali
    Repeat angler
    ca
    Ontario, Canada
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    Member since 2023
    •
    2 trips
    4.3
    Verified

    Great day for fishing

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 7 adults

    My only reseravation was not going out as far as we have for similar charters advertised on fishing booker which we have done. Although we caught 6 tuna, 5 were small, and one was small/medium. It would have been nice to catch a mahi, or wahoo. I do understand that sometimes you catch, and sometimes you don't. It was still a good overall experience. Not a complaint about the charter, just a reminder to bring anti nausea meds just in case. The waters were very choppy, and this is my first time in my 40 years that I've gotten sea sick. 3/7 of us have never been sea sick until today. David was very communicative during the lead up to the charter. He provided us with a reminder of what to bring, where to meet, and even shared live location for further ease. Apart from some unexpected sea sickness, it was a successful day on the water. I would recommend Daving and John for your fishing excursion!

    Response from Charter operator

    Thank you !!

  • Damian Reitsma
    Damian Reitsma
    au
    Australia
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Had a ball

    9 Hour Extreme Offshore Trip • 1 adult

    Trawled for a scored a whole stack of Tuna, Bluefin, yellowfin and Blackfin… Bottom bashed for a while and kept getting smashed my a local species ive never seen before.

    Response from Charter operator

    thanks so much Hope to see you again !!!!

  • Jeff Lohr
    Jeff Lohr
    us
    California, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    David was awesome

    5 Hour Offshore Fishing Trip • 2 adults

    Caught several tuna, kingfish and others. Highly recommend these guys

    Reported catch:
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Response from Charter operator

    grqcias beo !! 🎣👍

Real catches shared by our community

  • Pura Vida
    Pura VidaCartagena
    Great experience and will definitely use again
    John S.
    John S.
  • Pura Vida
    Pura VidaCartagena
    David was awesome
    Jeff L.
    Jeff L.
  • Pura Vida
    Pura VidaCartagena
    Fishing with David
    Emma G.
    Emma G.
  • Pura Vida
    Pura VidaCartagena
    Pêche de 4 heure en matinée
    Magalie R.
    Magalie R.
  • Pura Vida
    Pura VidaCartagena
    great day on the water
    Alex A.
    Alex A.
  • Pura Vida
    Pura VidaCartagena
    Great day for fishing
    Rashaad N.
    Rashaad N.
  • Pura Vida
    Pura VidaCartagena
    Best crew ever
    Luis Fernando M.
    Luis Fernando M.
  • Pura Vida
    Pura VidaCartagena
    Great Trolling Trip
    Joshua C.
    Joshua C.
  • Pura Vida
    Pura VidaCartagena
    Incredible day!
    Greg H.
    Greg H.
  • Pura Vida
    Pura VidaCartagena
    Great experienced Crew and fishing Spots!
    Andres B.
    Andres B.