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

I would recommend finding a highly experience fishing charter captain and boat like Double Hook Fishing Charters to help insure a successful adventure. The fishing is very good and just getting better into November and December although the weather may be a little rougher as you get later in the year.

Beginners stay in shore. Off shore is for experienced anglers with patience to hope for a hit on a big sports fish.

Definitely use this company. Make sure to stay hydrated. Enjoy yourself. It is hard not to when you fish with Captain Luis.

This was our first tarpon fishing trip and we had a great trip so I would highly recommend Bayside Charters 2 and Carlos Torres as your guide.

Save your money and not use bayside charters. Boat was not what they said and the captain didnt even have bait ready. Spent almost 2 hours trying to get bait on a 5 hour trip

Go early. Short ride off the coast. Deep water in 1 mile. Never out of sight of land. Watch the weather closely. Changes quickly.

If you are booking in the PM, stay patient and trust your guide the bite usually picks up late in the day.

If you want to catch tarpon, trust your guide. If you want to catch tarpon your way then bring lots of patience.

Be prepared for the short rain showers that can come up quickly and the inland bay and canal fishing was a much more adventurous and fulfilling experience than i expected!

Catch and release is only in the bay. Meat fishing is outside of the bay. The website should specify.

Wait until you get really close to yor trip to book. The weather/winds can be a factor, and should be taken into account.

Absolutely book these guys! Great day on the water! Even my wife, who dislikes fishing, had a great time!

Target tarpon in the canals and don't be afraid to plunk dead bait on the bottom!

The water there is very choppy so take your dramamine! We had some on board that have been fishing for years in the Atlantic that got seasick.

Although we went out for six hours and caught nothing today, I think we would have had more luck if we were targeting smaller fish.

Well they weren’t hooking up today. We did have a couple of hits but no luck today. Will still re book with this boat and skipper

Bring medication if you are prone to motion sickness. Even on calm days, the ocean swells can be uncomfortable.

I would strongly recommend sun protection hat, spf clothing and sunblock. We had a gorgeous day and it was 5 hours of staight sun.

Check to make sure the fish you are seeking are in season! Do your homework, don't rely on the "experts" booking your excursion.

Luis told us Summer fishing is a lot more active and the recent bad weather may have made our trip slow for fish

If you are considering it, you need to do it! You will have a blast and ask for Luis! He is fun, knowledgeable, and wants to help you catch fish! :)

Be ready this is unreal fishing with light tackle.The tarpon are unbelievable in fight and strength.As much fun as I have ever had.ENJOY!!

San Juan es muy generoso en los distintos tipos de pesca. Hay que buscar lo que más a uno le interesa.

Not good fishing out in the gulf. July and August are not the best time to fish.

Water, Sunscreen, a hat and do your homework on what the fish you intend to catch are biting.

Make sure your going out with someone who knows how and where the fish are not just a boat ride

Tarpon are acrobats! Stick that rod out there when they jump and don’t let them off!

Me personally I would rather go fishing in Florida or Mexico better fishing there anyday.

Use really good sunscreen, bring plenty of water, and be ready to have a great time!