Captain
Tom Van Der Woude

Member since November 2022 Oranjestad, Aruba
Background
Capt. Tom was born in Aruba and has almost been on the water ever since. At the age of 13, Tom started working on (charter) boats and realized he loved what he was doing. In 2004 he decided to get an education and returned 10 years later. Since then, he has been back to doing what he loves - fishing, boating, and being on the water. Finally, in 2022 he was able to open his own charter company - High Times Charters.
Techniques
i love catching big fish; rod or handline! Basically any technique as long as we get the fish in the boat :)

Hey, I'm Captain Tom Van Der Woude

Oranjestad, Aruba
Background
Capt. Tom was born in Aruba and has almost been on the water ever since. At the age of 13, Tom started working on (charter) boats and realized he loved what he was doing. In 2004 he decided to get an education and returned 10 years later. Since then, he has been back to doing what he loves - fishing, boating, and being on the water. Finally, in 2022 he was able to open his own charter company - High Times Charters.
Techniques
i love catching big fish; rod or handline! Basically any technique as long as we get the fish in the boat :)
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My Charter Listing

High Times Bertram 33'

Excellent
4.7 / 5
(242 reviews)
Oranjestad
 9 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $460

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 242 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (238)
Great trip 4 hour morning fishing trip
Great trip 4 hour morning fishing trip
Great day Fishing
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
89%
Friendly captain
97%
Recommend this charter
93%
Appropriate for children
77%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
85%
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Ray B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Happy island Fishing

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Deep Sea Fishing (PM) on February 13, 2025
Captain Tom and Chris did a great job. Thank you. The boat was very clean They keep your fish on ice Which is very important...
Ray B. recommends High Times Bertram 33'
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Michael F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Family friendly and accommodating

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Deep Sea Fishing (AM) on April 23, 2025
Had a great time with my family (two kids 5 and 7).  They made everything smooth, fun and safe for the kids.  They were great...
Michael F. recommends High Times Bertram 33'
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Jonathan F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great first time deep sea fishing experience

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Deep Sea Fishing (AM) on August 8, 2024
Captain and crew were very welcoming. It’s was my first one along with my son brother and dad. We caught a few barracuda...
Jonathan F. recommends High Times Bertram 33'
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Jack G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great day Fishing

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip – Deep Sea Fishing (AM) on July 9, 2025
Captain Tom is top notch
Jack G. recommends High Times Bertram 33'
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Zachary L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Aruba trip

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip – Deep Sea Fishing on June 3, 2025
Tom and Chris did a great job.  The mate Chris always had fresh baits out and watched the lines constantly . We caught plenty...
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