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
 2 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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William S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Had a blast

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on October 9, 2024
We had a great time in this trip. We hooked a barracuda, tuna, mahi mahi and a huge blue marlin that unfortunately broke a...
William S. recommends Doรฑa Nina Fishing Tours โ€“ 41โ€™ Silverton
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Marilyn C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Thank you!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on March 30, 2025
We didnโ€™t catch many fish, but thatโ€™s the name of the game. Silverton is spacious and comfortable, the crew are super nice...
Marilyn C. recommends Doรฑa Nina Fishing Tours โ€“ 41โ€™ Silverton
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Charles N.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Knowledgeable and hardworking

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on February 16, 2025
The pressure is always on the crew when youโ€™re deep-sea fishing. This one worked hard for us and treated us great. Would...
Charles N. recommends Doรฑa Nina Fishing Tours 50 Bertran
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JOSEPH C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Awesome captain and crew mate

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on February 14, 2025
We got hosed by dolphins, captain went out of his way to get us to a different spot we caught 1 cudda but the trip was still...
JOSEPH C. recommends Doรฑa Nina Fishing Tours โ€“ 41โ€™ Silverton
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Kimi R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Love to fish

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on January 2, 2025
Our family had a great time. Family of 4 with kids age 11 and 13. Both caught fish. Took turns sitting in the fighting chair...
Kimi R. recommends Doรฑa Nina Fishing Tours โ€“ 41โ€™ Silverton
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