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
(53 reviews)
Kralendijk
 Last booking: 1 day ago
Trips from US $400

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 53 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (62)
Great Fishing!
Great Fishing!
So much fun
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
92%
Appropriate for children
80%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
98%
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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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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
Overall

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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John M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip with Carlos

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Sunrise on December 27, 2024
Carlos was a great Captain.ย  Very friendly and knowledgeable we caught a bunch of tuna!!!
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Joost V. B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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All about fishing

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Sunrise on June 14, 2024
We highly recommend Carlos. We had a great experience and will come back again.
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