What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Oranjestad for the first time?

Luckystar customer service was the best, had a medical emergency prior to the booking and they were very flexible. If the specific catch is not listed, the Captian is very willing to work with you to find your catch

Unfortunately we did not catch 1 fish or get 1 bite which seemed very unusual after reading all the review online w this charter. We chartered for 6 hours but called it quits after 4 hours of dragging dead ballywhoo without any action whatsoever. The mate was friendly as well as the captain but there was no extra effort of freshening up baits or trying different lures or even umbrella rigs. They literally just set out 6 lines and dragged them non stop for 4 hours without ever checking them!!' Seemed like a glorified expensive boat ride than a top charter fishing service. We were pretty disappointed to say the least.

Great trip, great guys! They worked hard for us, not recommended for children because Aruba fishing can be rough in terms of seas. These guys went to the rough water and caught because they knew fish were there. Great trip!

Listen to the crew and be open to fish for any species that bite. The crew said they could fish for specific species by using specific baits at specific depths but that would decrease the chance of success.

Jonathan worked hard the entire trip and was really personable. They had a great setup targeting multiple depths to find where the fish were hanging out, which was impressive to watch. The crew did a great job and made the experience even better. Definitely a trip we’ll always remember!

Charter a 40'+ boat to handle the rough waves. They always list a lot of fish that you could catch, but don't tell you what has been biting over the last few weeks. Fishing is the experience, catching is a bonus. Rate your experience on the fishing, not the catching.

I would highly recommend this for first time fishing in Oranjestad. Sea temperatures are key in mating patterns and feeding patterns of fish. This week just may have been a bad week which is why we only caught one. I will definitely try again the next time we visit.

Choosing the right charter is key. Also, be realistic about your catch. Fish bite when they want. Your crew could do everything possible, but you still might come back with nothing. Listen to your crew. They are happy to serve as guide and coach. They want you to catch fish.

Take Dramamine/antibausea the nught before fishing and when headed to the marina to combat sea sickness! we fish on lakes alot and did not do so and had motion sickness within the hour! we thought we would be fine and it was nit all that rough

patience, enjoy the experience, and learn from the Cpt. and first mate. All boats are different, as the boats absorb the peronalities, of the Cpt. Also, please respect the vessel and the staff. They DO KNOW WHAT THEY ARE DOING!! thank you.

Bring sun screen. The sun is intense. The wind can make the water a bit rough but not dangerous. If you plan on trophy fishing, hit the gym. Your forearms will be screaming after a few mins on reeling

Make sure to take a Dramamine the day before your trip and the day of your trip! You never know what type of water you will be getting, and it can be rough! If you aren’t used to it, it can be a struggle!

If you bring kids be mindful there is an age restriction for participation! Please do your research. Also patience is key, it took a minute for them to bite but we caught quite a few over time. Communicate with your charter captain or company & make sure to hydrate!

Be prepared for trolling the entire 1/2 day Take seasick medicine- You will catch Mahi- If staying at condo- Take filets home for lunch/dinner-Simple prep- pan fry with salt/ pepper & oil- You will love it! Charter “ Dorothy “ Not the prettiest boat but Captain & mate were hard working & EXCELLENT!??????????

fishing is fishing remember that!!!!!! I've been out the same time of year (Feb) several times. caught nothing at times and filled the boat others. The waters in Aruba are the real deal and expect that. there is a constant heavy breeze no matter what time of year 10-20mph is normal so 6-10 footers are standard off shore. Time of year matters for species so look it up to see what you can expect but don't over expect its still fishing and you never know what is gonna bite if anything at all, but I guaranteed you won't catch a thing if you don't go out!! Bottom fishing is generally good luck but won't catch the big boys!

Probably not to first timers. But I think those with experience may have a preference for the Teaser. The captain and first mate are experienced fishermen and we appreciated that having some experience ourselves. But they are quiet and would not be inclined to provide a lot of instruction or unsolicited information. They answered any questions we had but you have to know what to ask and not expect a lot of chit chat.

The ocean around Aruba is deep and wide, so if you are prone to seasickness make sure you take Dramamine ( or similar medication ) well ahead of your trip. Wearing a long sleeve fishing shirt ( HUK is a great example ) and a large (shade providing) fishing hat, sunglasses and LOTS of SUN TAN LOTION will help you be more comfortable during your trip. I personally would minimize alcohol consumption before and during the trip for your comfort, but also as a safety measure. Lat but now not least: " BE PREPARED FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE"

Do your research. I saw fish come off boats earlier in the week so the time of year probably not the issue, I think the time of day and windy conditions on the day we went out was more the reason we didn't catch fish but we surfaced fish and trolled all of the time. Just need to research the location and conditions.

Nothing is guaranteed. There are boats and captains that will meet the need of catching anything. However i was targeting specific fish and that's not a guarantee they will bite. Be patient with the crew if the fishing is hot.

Do not expect to catch fish. More likely than not, you will be "skunked" (I've taken 3 deep sea fishing trips in various places and this is the first time we caught something). Any captain that "guarantees" a catch is a lier. There are so many things out of the Captain's and first mate's hands!

Seems like a hit or miss time for sailfish, we had a 2-3 chances at one but sadly no full hookups, the day before us had no bites, but the day before that had bites non stop. The captain still got us on some mahi which if you ask me I’m more happy with because we got to keep and eat them and it was incredible. The sailfish would be an exciting fight but no meat.

Be patient. The crew is very experienced. Once the fish start it happens quickly. It's definitely a work out so be prepared. Seas were unusually calm so that helped us being new at this activity.

Your websites listed white Marlin blue Marlin and Sailfish as being an excellent target during September unfortunately, it’s not it’s actually October November is hot season you might want to change that. There is a few of those fish here now early but not insignificant numbers remember your tournaments are October November for BillFish

Be optimistic! It’s called fishing - not catching. Today we won! Capt. Roberto and Gregory did their best to find the fish, hook them and we brought them in. Just trust in The Dorothy and faith will do the rest! Happy fishing everyone…

Always keep a positive attitude. Our day started out fast but slowed down for a time and then we were catching fish again. Fish until the end as our biggest fish was caught when we were heading in for the day.

Capt Tom and the High Times crew is a solid choice for a single experienced person like myself or a family. Can’t say enough good about the crew. Book these guys. Best chance for fish and great time!

Captain said bottom fishing was a little more dependable the week we were there. Caught 10-12 fish in less than 2 hours before I had to cut it short for the kids. When we docked I saw another crew that went deep sea fishing with about 8 fish laid out with a nice sized bonito and mahi so seems like both are productive

Trolling and teaser fishing can be hit or miss. Never a guarantee. If it’s important to make sure everyone catches fish or kids are onboard, then try a bottom fishing trip. The weather and sea are beautiful. Can be very windy at times.

Reminder to those that don’t fish often, it’s called fishing and not catching for a reason. These people try extremely hard to help land a fish for you, but at the end of the day they can only do so much.

We booked the morning run and had a great experience. Crew says it doesn’t matter time of day to fish. We wore runners and shorts/swimsuits. Sunscreen. Bring a cooler to put any fish you wish to take home and they will supply ice. Don’t be discouraged if you don’t catch fish for a bit as the first few minutes is travelling to where most of the fish are. They supply water and Coke. Enjoy!!