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

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Ricardo Mora
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Went fishing with Backwater Tarpon Fishing PR on May 1, 2025
Alex had said we would move around if we weren’t having luck. I guess we didn’t because we kept getting strikes, but as a first timer, maybe ask to do that?

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Jay Goold
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Went fishing with Marine Life on April 15, 2025
Be prepared for rough sea conditions, the winds were only 11-15 mph in the forecast and I got actively sea sick in the waves. Use medication to combat the symptoms.

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Brent Wibberley
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Went fishing with Backwater Tarpon Fishing PR on April 11, 2025
Kids who are getting into flyfishing would learn a lot, but probably not recommended for first timers until they’ve learnt the basics and can cast reasonably well

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Alexander Usman
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Went fishing with Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing on March 31, 2025
March is a great time for tarpon. Captain is knowledgable and smart to accommodate any were from a first time fisher lady to a pro angler.

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John Otero
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Went fishing with Marine Life on March 16, 2025
Be prepared with sunscreen or beverages/snacks as 4 hours at see can be a drag without any action. It’s called fishing not catching so keep that in mind.

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Michael Goodman
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Went fishing with FishNSea Charters—Boston Whaler 22’ on March 14, 2025
Tarpon are hard to land! Even for a very seasoned largemouth bass fisherman. The lagoon was a great location and very predictable, calm, water conditions

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Jeffrey Huebner
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Went fishing with Backwater Tarpon Fishing PR on June 16, 2024
The experience was BETTER than what we thought we were going to get when we booked! I have fished twice in PR and the first trip the captain was horrible and we caught barely anything (I know it’s fishing and not catching but we spent most of the trip driving and not fishing). This is the second time fishing on the island and this company truly blew my expectations

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Andrew Sanchez
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Went fishing with Blue Water Fishing Puerto Rico on May 12, 2025
Relax if you book with Capt Pepe if blue water charters everything is going to be fine!

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Matt Wing
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Went fishing with Backwater Tarpon Bay Boat Ranger 23 on April 5, 2025
Great experience catching younger fish! A great place to learn how to catch the Silver Kings!

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Justin Pinkley
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Went fishing with Marine Life on March 13, 2025
I would recommend sunscreen, long sleeves, and drink lots of water the night before

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Kevin McGreevy
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Went fishing with Tight Lines Fishing Puerto Rico on March 11, 2025
Tarpon are hit or miss. When you do find them put up a good fight. Bring sunblock, a hat, and sunglasses. Captain was great. Very friendly and knowledgeable.

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Jason Empson
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Went fishing with Backwater Tarpon Fishing PR on February 28, 2025
Weather was perfect, no coats needed.. sun was intense when it came thru the clouds so be prepared for that with appropriate gear (sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, appropriate clothing)

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Mario Giudici
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Went fishing with FishNSea Charters—Boston Whaler 22’ on February 19, 2025
Be flexible. I was booked for a day trip but changed to evening trip because of the captains recommendation

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Robert Jamison
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Went fishing with Caribbean Fishing Adventures-Sharky on February 8, 2025
Just update the description, they say they offer snacks but they do not. If you did not eat breakfast expecting there to be food on board provided then you will be starving by the end of the trip

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Andrew Landis
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Went fishing with FishNSea Charters—Boston Whaler 22’ on February 6, 2025
Be flexible and listen to your guide when they try to put you on fish. Sounds like February, especially with any kind of cold front can be tough.

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Gene Russell
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Went fishing with Blue Water Fishing Puerto Rico on January 25, 2025
Wonderful time of year to spend on the water fishing . I highly recommend fishing in San Juan in January

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Debra Mcpheters
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Went fishing with Tight Lines PR- Inshore Fishing on January 22, 2025
4hrs trip is enough time. Many go out in the morning but the afternoon time is an ok time too. Don’t worry about the rain, it comes and goes.

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David Robinson
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Went fishing with FishNSea Charters—Boston Whaler 22’ on January 8, 2025
Boat captains do everything they can to ensure you have the best day on the water. Sometimes the fish cooperate and sometimes they do not. San Juan is no different.

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Peter Strenkowski
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Went fishing with Pier Ten Boat on December 28, 2024
The backwoods and bay fishing seemed to be more popular this time of year, I would try one of those. We learned that northern winds make for pretty rough seas this time of year.

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David Dalke
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Went fishing with Blue Water Fishing Puerto Rico on January 7, 2025
This charter. Do the 6 hour tour to have more opportunity to land fish. Listen to your guide. Have fun! Be thankful.

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Thomas McClurg
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Went fishing with Reel Addiction PR on January 2, 2025
Book Reel Addiction PR with Captain Santiago, you will never go wrong , knows the waters and how to coach you to land a fish like no one else in the area

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Jeff Dumas
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Went fishing with Blue Water Fishing Puerto Rico on January 2, 2025
Great weather and easy water - a little chop when the lines went in and we slowed down, but not bad. If you’re worried about motion sickness, grab a Dramamine and you’ll be fine.

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Kirk Cameron
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Went fishing with Grillofishing Charters on December 23, 2024
Be ready for anything. Fish, weather, rain, hot, cold. We had a great day, but day before and after were sketchy.

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Barry Bliss
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Went fishing with Backwater Tarpon Fishing PR on December 17, 2024
Typical, Sunscreen, hat, bug spray, they weren’t terrible just a little annoying at the end of the trip. Be ready for a great experience.

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Ella Inglet
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Went fishing with Sea Señora Fishing Charters on December 6, 2024
I would always recommend fishing with Ray. He worked so hard trying to get us some fish. The weather was not agreeing with us.

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Jordan Jaques
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Went fishing with FishNSea Charters—Boston Whaler 22’ on December 3, 2024
Afternoon fishing had a lot more action than our captian expected. The fish were very active but also bashful. When the fish was on they fought like crazy

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Jonathan Terry
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Went fishing with Blue Water Fishing Puerto Rico on November 11, 2024
We were out before anyone. Other boats came to where we were so I knew Blue Water Charters had the knowledge and experience needed

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Brian Pearce
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Went fishing with FishNSea Charters—Boston Whaler 22’ on September 27, 2024
Perfect time of year for Tarpon. Avoid the crowds and the Tarpon are everywhere. No joke, Everywhere!

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Gerry Yontz
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Went fishing with Backwater Tarpon & Snook Fishing on August 27, 2024
We have traveled to different countries and fished for many species and the tarpon was probably the best so far

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Luis Vega
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Went fishing with Blue Water Fishing Puerto Rico on August 2, 2024
I will definitely book with Capitan Jose Gonzalez again, he has over 30 years experience fishing in the waters of San Juan and he is the best at what he does!