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
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
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
88%
Appropriate for children
75%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
100%
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Eva K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

My son had best fishing experience

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Sunset on April 6, 2024
We did a 2:30 afternoon trip with Carlos.ย  Our 13 year old son is very passionate about fishing and fished few times in the...
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JOSUA H.
Very good
4.0 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

April fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Sunset on April 18, 2025
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Derrick W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great times with lots of fish

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Sunrise on March 22, 2024
Carlos was great, great personality and he put us on some fish nice and quick. After catching a bunch of tuna we went bottom...
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Brian C.
Very good
3.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Good
3.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Good Experience

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Sunrise on March 30, 2024
Iโ€™ll just start off by saying that Carlos is an interesting guy and really knows how to fish these waters.ย  He uses what...
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Rejean B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Carlos

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Sunset on March 29, 2024
Great fishing with Carlos. He found the fish and great action. He is also a local fisherman and very knowledgeable about the...
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