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Kralendijk
6 fishing charters

Most recent reports from Bonaire

Sep 22, 2026
great trip! great crew
picked us up and rode in the back of his truck to the boat. once on the water captain was very knowledgeable about the fish and the island. couple decent sized tuna and some small ones. kept us moving to different spots and had different baits rigged up. food and drinks from the resort restaurant provided were good as well.
Bonaire Yacht Charters
Kralendijk
Aug 29, 2026
We loved it!
Carlos has a passion for fishing on Bonaire that is contagious! He took us to the fish and didn’t give up on us until we had them in the boat! We had great conversations and an overall beautiful outing. We highly recommend!!!
Bonaire Fish Things -Adventures with a local
Kralendijk
Aug 25, 2026
Amazing Fishing Trip - Will Repeat
We caught 2 yellowfin tuna, 18 blackfin tuna, 3 Skipjack Tuna, and one good size Wahoo. We were catching so many fish, that the captain (Orlando) threw the SkipJack Tuna at another boat to keep them away. Seriously, he shared the SkipJack Tuna with another boat because they are great bait and we had plenty of fish. Will come again and for this boat (which is fast) and Captain Orlando because he was great to keep us in fish and fun to be with!
Mako Tours Bonaire
Kralendijk
Aug 18, 2026
Awesome experience!
Carlos was great! Super friendly and professional. He had great knowledge of the local culture and fishing techniques. We had a wonderful fishing experience with Carlos!
Bonaire Fish Things -Adventures with a local
Kralendijk
Aug 5, 2026
Great Trip!
Captain worked hard to make it a great trip. We caught three types of Tuna and some Mahi Mahi. The captain and boat were good for our group of four.
Bonaire Yacht Charters
Kralendijk
Aug 2, 2026
Great trip!
Captain and his first mate were awesome. Even though the conditions weren't the best they managed to get us to some great spots and helped us catch some nice grouper, red snappers and rainbow runner.
Bonaire Fish Things -Adventures with a local
Kralendijk
Aug 2, 2026
mooie middag op het water
vriendelijke crew en mooie ruime boot doen echt moeite om wat te vangen (4st)
Calypso Fishing Charters Bonaire
Kralendijk
Aug 1, 2026
Sunset deepsea fishing tour
We had an amazing deep sea sunset fishing trip with Bonaire Fish Things! Captain Carlos was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and made sure everyone had a great time from start to finish. The fishing was fantastic—we caught a beautiful Red Snapper and even landed a Barracuda, which was an unforgettable experience. Watching the sun set over the Caribbean while being out on the water made the trip even more special. Carlos knows exactly where to find the fish, shares great tips, and creates a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere on board. Whether you’re an experienced angler or trying deep sea fishing for the first time, we highly recommend this trip. A perfect mix of adventure, great fishing, and an incredible Bonaire sunset. Thanks, Carlos—we’ll definitely be back!
Bonaire Fish Things -Adventures with a local
Kralendijk
Jul 9, 2026
Incredible Trip
Met Capt Carlos in the morning. He was super friendly and outgoing. Within five minutes of dropping the hand line, we started catching tuna! Before the day was out, the Captain and I land my firstmarlin onthe hand line. Talk about a beautiful day on the water!! Thanks Captain Carlos!!
Bonaire Fish Things -Adventures with a local
Kralendijk
Jul 9, 2026
Marlin on the Rosario Handline!
An unforgettable day on the water! Today, my client and I landed an incredible marlin on the Rosario. Rosario is the Papiamentu name for this traditional trolling handline. Papiamentu is the language we speak here on the island of Bonaire, and “Rosario” means “rosary” in English because the line is loaded with heavy lead balls that resemble a string of rosary beads. The weight of the lead keeps the line below the surface while trolling, allowing the bait to swim naturally at the right depth. The Rosario is normally used to target wahoo and other pelagic species such as yellowfin tuna, but today a Marlin smashed the bait instead. After an intense fight, we successfully brought the fish to the boat. Moments like these are what make fishing so special you never know what will hit next.We caught also some blackfin tuna early in the morning. Join me for an unforgettable adventure with a local. Fish with a Local, as a Local. ?
Bonaire Fish Things -Adventures with a local
Kralendijk
May 21, 2026
Great fisherman, wonderful Day!
We had a really great Day. Carlos is an excellent fisherman and a nice person. We caught a lot of blackfin tuna, and just missed a big wahoo. Carlos is a great guy, and I would definitely recommend him.
Bonaire Fish Things -Adventures with a local
Kralendijk
May 7, 2026
best fishing trip in Bonaire ever!
we had the best dishing trip ever on Bonaire with our captain Carlos. great boat and equipment but more important great person with lots of local knowledge on fishing spots and techniques. we had loads of fun, learned a lot and catched some fish in the process. i would definitely go again!
Bonaire Fish Things -Adventures with a local
Kralendijk
May 7, 2026
Excellent
Wat een topdag op het water met kapitein Carlos! Hij kent het gebied overduidelijk op zijn duimpje. Uiteindelijk maar liefst vier verschillende soorten gevangen: tonijn, red snapper, sand tilefish en als klap op de vuurpijl een prachtige coral grouper. De sfeer aan boord was relaxed en de deskundigheid van Carlos was indrukwekkend. Als je een geslaagde vistrip wilt boeken waarbij je ook echt wat moois binnenhaalt, moet je bij hem zijn. Een absolute aanrader!
Bonaire Fish Things -Adventures with a local
Kralendijk
Apr 15, 2026
Best fishing experience.
Captain Carlos delivered an outstanding experience from start to finish. He’s knowledgeable, professional, and clearly passionate about what he does. From the moment we set out, he made sure everyone felt comfortable and knew what to expect. His attention to detail and willingness to go the extra mile really stood out. What impressed me most was how hard he worked to make the trip successful—constantly adjusting, reading conditions, and sharing helpful tips along the way. It never felt rushed or routine; he genuinely cared about making it a great experience. If you’re looking for someone reliable, skilled, and easy to get along with, Captain Carlos is a solid choice. I’d absolutely book with him again.
Bonaire Fish Things -Adventures with a local
Kralendijk
Apr 6, 2026
Tube → Hook → Wahoo
The sea was rough and windy , but that didn’t stop us. We started the day trolling and picked up some small blackfin tuna. Dropped them straight into the tuna tubes and switched things up live bait in the water. That’s when it got interesting. We hooked into two solid wahoo this one being the biggest of the day,it weighed 38 pounds. Clean hits, fast runs… exactly what you want. Slowed it down after with some bottom fishing and added a nice snapper to the box. And to top it off the sunrise trip already delivered six blackfin tuna before all of this. Strong wind, rough conditions… but still a successful day on the water.
Bonaire Fish Things -Adventures with a local
Kralendijk
Apr 3, 2026
Great Fishing in Bonaire!
Captain Carlos was very friendly and knowledgeable about where to find fish. We landed several Snappers, an Amberjack, and a Red Bigeye. We fished several places along the coast of the island, which had beautiful scenery. The boat was very comfortable and well maintained. This is a great fishing experience if you’re in Bonaire!
Bonaire Fish Things -Adventures with a local
Kralendijk
Apr 2, 2026
Nice boat, friendly crew, great trip
The boat was ready for us to leave when we arrived at 5:45 in the morning. It took just a short time to get to the fishing grounds where the captain put out 2 hand lines with lures to catch some bait fish. The third line was out for some bigger game fish. Unfortunately no fish are biting that morning. After 3 hours of trying that method we switched to bottom fishing. Immediately got a bite and caught one fish, then a second. The crew was very friendly and explained the local way of fishing. Soft drinks and water were provided. The boat was spotless and in excellent condition. For deep bottom fishing we used an electric reel which made it very easy to retrieve fish from 150'. Everybody was disappointed that we only caught two fish, but we all agreed that's why we call this sport "fishing". I would highly recommend Carlos and his services. The next time I'm back in bonaire I'll go fishing with him again.
Bonaire Fish Things -Adventures with a local
Kralendijk
Mar 30, 2026
Wonderful trip!
I have been on a lot of different charters! This is one of the top trips! The only thing is I wish we kept more of the catch as we all love fresh fish! Overall one of the best trips yet!! I would definitely be on this boat next time I’m in the area!?
Calypso Fishing Charters Bonaire
Kralendijk
Mar 26, 2026
Such a fun time!
This was such a fun fishing trip! Carlos is so nice and easy to talk to! We look forward to coming back already! 10/10! Would book with him again! And prices are reasonable! Every where else we looked and found was $700-1200! Carlos is the person to book with!
Bonaire Fish Things -Adventures with a local
Kralendijk
Mar 25, 2026
Awesome time on the Calypso!
Captain Hagen and Flo are top notch! Very knowledgeable of the waters and history of Bonaire. My wife and I had a great trip, caught some tuna, and made lasting memories.
Calypso Fishing Charters Bonaire
Kralendijk

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Trophy catches from Bonaire

Mako Tours BonaireKralendijk
Yellowfin Tuna
Rick P.2 months ago
We caught 2 yellowfin tuna, 18 blackfin tuna, 3 Skipjack Tuna, and one good size Wahoo. We were catching so many fish, that the captain (Orlando) threw the SkipJack Tuna at another boat to keep them away. Seriously, he shared the SkipJack Tuna with another boat because they are great bait and we had plenty of fish. Will come again and for this boat (which is fast) and Captain Orlando because he was great to keep us in fish and fun to be with!
Bonaire Fish Things -Adventures with a localKralendijk
Blue Marlin
Chad S.4 months ago
Met Capt Carlos in the morning. He was super friendly and outgoing. Within five minutes of dropping the hand line, we started catching tuna! Before the day was out, the Captain and I land my firstmarlin onthe hand line. Talk about a beautiful day on the water!! Thanks Captain Carlos!!
Bonaire Fish Things -Adventures with a localKralendijk
Red Snapper
Kevin A.7 months ago
Captain Carlos delivered an outstanding experience from start to finish. He’s knowledgeable, professional, and clearly passionate about what he does. From the moment we set out, he made sure everyone felt comfortable and knew what to expect. His attention to detail and willingness to go the extra mile really stood out. What impressed me most was how hard he worked to make the trip successful—constantly adjusting, reading conditions, and sharing helpful tips along the way. It never felt rushed or routine; he genuinely cared about making it a great experience. If you’re looking for someone reliable, skilled, and easy to get along with, Captain Carlos is a solid choice. I’d absolutely book with him again.
Calypso Fishing Charters BonaireKralendijk
Frank B.7 months ago
I have been on a lot of different charters! This is one of the top trips! The only thing is I wish we kept more of the catch as we all love fresh fish! Overall one of the best trips yet!! I would definitely be on this boat next time I’m in the area!?
Bonaire Fish Things -Adventures with a localKralendijk
Nikkole M.7 months ago
This was such a fun fishing trip! Carlos is so nice and easy to talk to! We look forward to coming back already! 10/10! Would book with him again! And prices are reasonable! Every where else we looked and found was $700-1200! Carlos is the person to book with!
Mako Tours BonaireKralendijk
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Black Marlin
Andrew B.8 months ago
We could not have had a better time with Captain Jordan. We set out early and began with jigging for Tuna. Nearly every drop we were pulling up a Tuna, totaling probably 20 within the first hour. Then, Jordan showed us a variety of different fishing techniques, and we were constantly having success. The highlight was catching a 7FT BLUE MARLIN. The fish of a lifetime and we could not be more thankful for Jordan and his immense knowledge of this island and fishing!! We also had a group of 5, all with varying levels of fishing skills. Jordan understood our limitations and made sure to tailor the experience to our needs! He filleted our fish after getting back to the dock and we have been enjoying sushi and sashimi all week. We had such a great time we booked a second trip! Thank you Jordan for an amazing experience!
Calypso Fishing Charters BonaireKralendijk
Gray Triggerfish
Dan N.8 months ago
Our 5 family members joined Capt and his son for great day on the water. 2 wahoos and a trigger fish. Capt was friendly and made us feel welcome. Chatted with us the whole trip, about Bonaire, fishing, life on the island. Will definitely fish with Calypso again on out next trip here
Flying Fish ChartersKralendijk
Great Barracuda
Trisha H.8 months ago
Bonaire Fish Things -Adventures with a localKralendijk
Great Barracuda
David .8 months ago
if you need a air conditioned salon for your crew this probably isn’t your boat. if you want to catch fish with a great captain I would highly recommend Carlos and his launch Grey Sniper.
Flying Fish ChartersKralendijk
Sailfish
Eric H.10 months ago
Captain Brian met me at the pier after my ship docked. Took a 10 minute walk to his boat where I met First Mate Mike preparing for us to sail. Brian and Mike know what they are doing. Switched bait to catch different species. This was a 4 hour trip and the price was great and very professional. Brian communicated all details before my arrival so there was no confusion. We had the boat to ourselves, me and my friend with the Captain and First Mate. We caught 2 Mahi Mahi, 1 Wahoo and a HUGE Sailfish. I went out hoping to catch the Sailfish and Brian knew exactly where to go. Sailfish are catch and release, which is exactly what we did. Captain said he was approximately 6 foot! Can't wait to go back to Bonaire to fish again with Captain Brian and Mike. Also, Captain Brian has a few months in Alaska, I'm hoping to catch him there and book a trip. Definitely would book with him again.
Flying Fish ChartersKralendijk
Paul K.10 months ago
The captain did an extra round and in the last minutes we caught a really big wahoo! Thanks captain for doing that extra round, it made our trip!!!
Calypso Fishing Charters BonaireKralendijk
Deborah K.10 months ago

Top fishing charters in Bonaire

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28 ft
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up to 6
Calypso Fishing Charters Bonaire
4.9
/5
(43 reviews)
Kralendijk, Bonaire
Whether you're an experienced angler or it's your first time salt-water fishing, Captain H and his son, Flo, will make sure you have a great time. With more than 25 years experience living and fishing on Bonaire, the Calypso team knows the island and its
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US $695
23 ft
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up to 4
Bonaire Fish Things -Adventures with a local
4.9
/5
(87 reviews)
Kralendijk, Bonaire
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced angler, our 22.5-foot custom-made Panga boat is perfect for your next fishing adventure. Bonaire offers spectacular deep-sea fishing, and with Captain Carlos at the helm, you’ll be on the fish in no time. This i
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US $400
32 ft
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up to 6
Mako Tours Bonaire
4.9
/5
(46 reviews)
Kralendijk, Bonaire
Mako Tours Bonaire is located at Club Nautico Marina, on the main boulevard in Kralendijk, and offers to show you a proper fishing experience. We go far, and we go big when we talk fishing. We recommend setting out at 4:00 AM, just before sunrise, to make
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US $720
26 ft
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up to 4
Yellowfin Bonaire
Kralendijk, Bonaire
If you're ready to experience the thrill of fishing on Bonaire, Yellowfin Bonaire has you covered. Join Capt. Paul for an action-packed day targeting species like Blackfin Tuna, Yellowfin Tuna, Skipjack Tuna, and Wahoo. Depending on conditions and yo
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US $550
29 ft
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up to 4
Bonaire Yacht Charters
5.0
/5
(4 reviews)
Kralendijk, Bonaire
Looking to go fishing in Kralendijk? Make it happen, with Bonaire Yacht Charters! With Captain Anton at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands. These waters are known for Yellowfin Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, Sailfish, Gre
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US $720
42 ft
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up to 10
Flying Fish Charters
4.9
/5
(54 reviews)
Kralendijk, Bonaire
If you've never considered fishing in Bonaire before, then that's all about to change with Flying Fish Charters! Captain Brian Boe, the man behind the helm of this charter, prides himself on customer service and top-quality equipment. Each tri
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