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
(92 reviews)
Puerto Plata
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $490
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(19 reviews)
Puerto Plata
 Last booking: 6 days ago
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $690

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 111 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (99)
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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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Ansten S.
Santo Domingo Este, Dominican Republic
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Full day at the sea

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on February 20, 2023
2 Norwegians who rented a boat with a crew for a full day. The crew took care of us. They provided food and drink.
Ansten S. recommends Doña Nina Fishing Tours – 41’ Silverton
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Phillip B.
Martinsburg, WV
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

6 hours with capital Carlos

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on November 6, 2022
Thoroughly enjoyed our trip. The captain and crew were great. Just a warning be prepared for what we thought were pretty rough...
Phillip B. recommends Doña Nina Fishing Tours – 41’ Silverton
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Donald B.
Lake City, FL
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Half day trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on August 16, 2023
First of all, a bad day of fishing is better than a good day at work! We didn’t catch anything, but it wasn’t for lack...
Donald B. recommends Doña Nina Fishing Tours – 41’ Silverton
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Andrew B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great charter in Puerto plata

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on December 15, 2023
Very professional, great accommodation and very nice boat. Highly recommended
Andrew B. recommends Doña Nina Fishing Tours – 41’ Silverton
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Terry M.
Westfield, New Jersey
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

4 hr. Trip - last minute booking

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 2, 2023
Had a great time on a spontaneous 4 hr. Trolling trip.  Slow bite, but caught our first ever Barracuda.
Terry M. recommends Doña Nina Fishing Tours – 41’ Silverton
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