Tom Van Der Woude

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  Marshall Schroeder

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  Maryland, US

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  Member since 2026

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  Tight Lines!

  8 Hour Trip – Deep Sea Fishing on September 17, 2026 • 2 adults

  Booked an 8 hour charter with Tom and crew and it was an action packed trip. The boat was clean and very comfortable despite somewhat rough seas. We caught a large number of mahi, a few barracuda, and a couple of blackfin tuna. Tom and his mate cleaned the fish and we had our fresh caught fish at three different restaurants on the island (Fish House next to the Marina, Driftwood, and Elements). Each had their own method of prep and were delicious. Strongly recommend this charter.

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  Response from Captain

  September 24, 2026

  Thanks a lot Marshall!! Very much appreciated 😊👍🙏 Was awesome having you onboard 👍👍 See you next time 😊😊

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  DERON Barnett

  Repeat angler

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  Tennessee, US

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  Member since 2026

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  2 trips

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  great trips

  6 Hour Trip – Deep Sea Fishing on April 30, 2026 • 2 adults

  We booked two separate fishing trips in Aruba with Captain Tom and First Mate Chris, and both experiences were excellent. We caught fish on both outings, and the crew made the entire trip enjoyable from start to finish. Chris was especially attentive—he made sure we always had a line in the water and kept everything running smoothly. You can tell they’re experienced and know how to put you in the right position to catch fish. If you’re looking for a well-run charter with a knowledgeable captain and a hardworking first mate who takes great care of you, I would highly recommend this trip.

  

  Response from Captain

  May 7, 2026

  Thanks a lotttt Deron! Was very nice having you and your family onboard 👍😊🙏

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  Brady Fischer

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  Maryland, US

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  Member since 2026

  5.0

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  awesome trip

  6 Hour Trip – Deep Sea Fishing on August 17, 2026 • 2 adults

  Captain Tom and Mate Chris were great. they were very welcoming, responsive, knowledgeable and friednly. we caught 2 mahi 3 black fin 1 yellow fin and 1 barracuda. Captain knows where the fish are. We had a few take downs that spit the hook too. chris worked to change baits and colors to make sure we were using what the fish were biting. he cleaned and bagged our fish for us as well. higly recommend these guys. we will be back and book with these guys again!

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  Response from Captain

  August 18, 2026

  Thanks a lot Brady! Was an awesome trip 👍😊

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  Brian Aulisio

  Repeat angler

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  Ohio, US

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  Member since 2019

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  3 trips

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  Wahoo whisperer’s

  6 Hour Trip – Deep Sea Fishing on February 4, 2026 • 7 adults

  Captain Tom and his first mate Chris were fantastic. Started out a little slow. Left the dock at 6am, didn’t have a fish in the boat until about 9am( a real nice wahoo, just fit into a 150qt cooler). Then we proceeded to catch 2 more wahoo’s, 1 barracuda, and 5 black fin tunas. Two of my crew mates got seasick and we wrapped it up by 10:30ish. All those fish in 2 hours. Capt Tom did a nice job cleaning our catch, gave us enough for 16 people who were back at the house. Grilled wahoo and barracuda with tuna sashimi, everyone loved it. I will definitely book Capt Tom next time I’m in Aruba.🎣🐟👍

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  Response from Captain

  February 6, 2026

  Thank you very much Brian! Very much appreciated 👍😊 Looking forward to seeing you next time 👍👍

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  Nick Tidwell

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  Florida, US

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  Member since 2026

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  2nd Trip in 2 years!!!!!

  6 Hour Trip – Deep Sea Fishing on October 10, 2026 • 4 adults

  This is by far the best fishing guide on the island. Capt Tom and 1st mate Chris are top notch! Last year we loaded up the mahi and tuna. This year we caught mahi and sailfish!!!! what a blast!!!!!!! Will definitely be booking next year when we come back. 

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