Captain
Carlos Barrios Camargo

Member since February 2023 Kralendijk, Bonaire
Background
My love for the sea began in my childhood, fishing from the shore in Bonaire. But everything changed at 14 when my father gifted me an 8-foot boat. That moment sparked my lifelong passion for the ocean, and I quickly began venturing further into the open sea. At 19, I followed my dream by studying for the Coast Guard in Curaçao, where I worked for three years. During this time, I gained valuable experience, including search and rescue missions in rough seas, which reinforced my commitment to safety. Today, I run my own charter service. I built the interior of my boat by myself. From the console to the flooring, every detail was crafted to create the perfect fishing experience. It’s the largest boat I’ve owned, and it’s designed to ensure you have an unforgettable adventure. When you join me on the water, you’re not just going fishing—you’re experiencing Bonaire through the eyes of a local who knows the sea like no one else. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced angler, I’ll ensure you have an incredible time. Let’s make memories together on the beautiful waters of Bonaire!

Hey, I'm Captain Carlos Barrios Camargo

Kralendijk, Bonaire
Background
My love for the sea began in my childhood, fishing from the shore in Bonaire. But everything changed at 14 when my father gifted me an 8-foot boat. That moment sparked my lifelong passion for the ocean, and I quickly began venturing further into the open sea. At 19, I followed my dream by studying for the Coast Guard in Curaçao, where I worked for three years. During this time, I gained valuable experience, including search and rescue missions in rough seas, which reinforced my commitment to safety. Today, I run my own charter service. I built the interior of my boat by myself. From the console to the flooring, every detail was crafted to create the perfect fishing experience. It’s the largest boat I’ve owned, and it’s designed to ensure you have an unforgettable adventure. When you join me on the water, you’re not just going fishing—you’re experiencing Bonaire through the eyes of a local who knows the sea like no one else. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced angler, I’ll ensure you have an incredible time. Let’s make memories together on the beautiful waters of Bonaire!

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(33 reviews)
Kralendijk
 Last booking: 4 days ago
Trips from US $400

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 33 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (27)
Great fishing trip lots of fish
Great trip horrible wind
Great trip horrible wind
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
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Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
88%
Appropriate for children
75%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Steve S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip horrible wind

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip โ€“ Sunset on May 24, 2025
Super windy but capt Carlos put us on some fish.. had 3 keepers 2 snapper and a big eye.. lots of small tuna.. great evening...
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Kathryn 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 fishing adventure

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Sunrise on February 7, 2025
Caught tuna as.soon as lines were in the water using handlines ..never fished that way before but it is effective.ย  Also...
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Christopher B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Goes the extra mile to find fish

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Sunset on December 22, 2024
Capt. Carlos goes the extra mile to find the fish! It was great going after a variety of species and the views of the island...
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Sybren S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great fishing trip lots of fish

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip โ€“ Sunrise on May 25, 2025
Early bird catches the fish. Friendly captain, very nice experiance 5/5 would do again
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Michael B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Had a good time

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Sunset on April 11, 2025
The boat was good - the ride was not bad even though there was a good chop, and we only got a little spray when heading into...
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