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
(89 reviews)
Puerto Plata
 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 108 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (94)
Wonderful experience! Highly recommend!
Unsure but so easy.
Unsure but so easy.
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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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Christopher M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Puerto Plata fishing excursion

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on June 22, 2024
My family and I are exceptionally pleased with the service. Pick up at the lobby was prompt and there was a quick transfer...
Christopher M. recommends Doรฑa Nina Fishing Tours โ€“ 41โ€™ Silverton
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Shannon W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great boat and crew

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on October 9, 2024
Had a great time unfortunately we didnโ€™t catch anything but it wasnโ€™t do to the captain and crew they did everything to...
Shannon W. recommends Doรฑa Nina Fishing Tours โ€“ 41โ€™ Silverton
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Levi D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Dominican fishing at its best

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on July 10, 2024
We went out in a slow fishing time and still had a blast. The 6 hour trip landed mahi-mahi and a 5 ft white marlin. Good time...
Levi D. recommends Doรฑa Nina Fishing Tours 50 Bertran
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John T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great boat, great captain and 1st mate

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on July 7, 2024
Great day on the water pulling in some mahi. The elusive white marlin got away yet again but, more of a reason to go back out...
John T. recommends Doรฑa Nina Fishing Tours โ€“ 41โ€™ Silverton
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Stanton L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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March fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on March 30, 2025
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