Captain
Carlos Herrera

Member since October 2014 Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Background
Captain Carlos Herrera grew up on the water. As a local to Puerto Plata, he's been fishing these waters for his entire life. For Carlos, becoming a licensed charter captain was an easy choice for him since Doña Nina Fishing Tours is a family-run business. Novice and seasoned anglers alike will have the day of their deep-sea fishing dreams with this local pro!

Hey, I'm Captain Carlos Herrera

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Background
Captain Carlos Herrera grew up on the water. As a local to Puerto Plata, he's been fishing these waters for his entire life. For Carlos, becoming a licensed charter captain was an easy choice for him since Doña Nina Fishing Tours is a family-run business. Novice and seasoned anglers alike will have the day of their deep-sea fishing dreams with this local pro!

My Charter Listings

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(90 reviews)
Puerto Plata
 3 bookings in the past week.
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $490
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(19 reviews)
Puerto Plata
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $690

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 109 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (96)
Superb!!!
Superb!!!
Wonderful experience! Highly recommend!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
83%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
80%
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Brian H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Captain Jiji was excellent

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on March 31, 2025
Captain showed up early so we got as much time on the water as possible. The ship was clean and ready to go when we got there....
Brian H. recommends Doña Nina Fishing Tours – 41’ Silverton
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Matt W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Rough waters, but still a positive and successful experience

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on December 18, 2024
So we started the day with a surprise time change (ship time vs. local time). I quickly communicated with the Captain and we...
Matt W. recommends Doña Nina Fishing Tours – 41’ Silverton
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Matthew K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Best day fishing ever!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on December 12, 2024
Stopped at Amber cove on a cruise, was picked up right outside the port by Dona Nina fishing crew. About an hour into the trip...
Matthew K. recommends Doña Nina Fishing Tours – 41’ Silverton
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Thomas P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

GREAT TRIP

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on March 13, 2025
Started out with a professional presentation of what to expect on the trip.  Beautiful boat, very clean and handled the waves...
Thomas P. recommends Doña Nina Fishing Tours – 41’ Silverton
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Josh S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Unsure but so easy.

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on May 7, 2025
This company made it so smooth and easy from the planning before I had even left the US to out on the ocean. Very professional...
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