5.0(3 Reviews)Fajardo Private Fishing Charter Adventure
5.0(3 reviews)
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Private 46 hour inshore fishing adventure in Fajardo watersAccommodates up to 6 guests with flexible scheduling optionsTargets multiple fish species suitable for all skill levels
When you're ready to get serious about fishing in Puerto Rico's premier waters, Father and Sons Fishing Charters has your ticket to some of the Caribbean's best inshore action. Based out of Fajardo, we're talking about crystal-clear waters where the fish are hungry and the scenery is just a bonus. This isn't your typical crowded charter boat experience – it's a private 4 to 6-hour fishing trip that's all about you and your crew having the kind of day on the water you'll be talking about for years.
Your private charter runs Monday through Saturday, giving you plenty of flexibility to pick the perfect day for your fishing adventure. With just your group of up to 6 anglers aboard, you'll have the captain's full attention and the freedom to fish at your own pace. Whether you're bringing the kids for their first real fishing experience or you're seasoned anglers looking to add some Caribbean species to your list, the crew tailors everything to match your skill level and interests. The waters around Fajardo are protected enough for comfortable fishing but still wild enough to hold serious gamefish. You'll be working productive drop-offs, structure, and current breaks where the action can go from steady to absolutely crazy in a matter of minutes.
The beauty of inshore fishing around Fajardo is the variety of techniques that produce fish. You'll be trolling with medium to heavy tackle when covering water to locate schools of king mackerel and bonito. Once you mark fish or find structure holding barracuda and jacks, it's time to switch gears to live bait fishing or casting lures. The crew keeps the boat stocked with quality rods, reels, and tackle suited for Caribbean species, plus they know exactly which baits and lures are working best for the current conditions. Live pilchards and ballyhoo are go-to baits, while spoons, jigs, and diving plugs can trigger aggressive strikes from predators patrolling the reefs and ledges.
"From the time we stepped on your boat we were treated like family. The boat was clean and excellent working condition. I want to thank you for making our grandsons experience exceptional. I would and will highly recommend this adventure. Everything was top notch from start to finish." - Gretchen
"We had a great time, caught 7 barracuda over 4 hours. There were plenty of snacks and cold drinks and the guides were easy to talk to. I would absolutely recommend going with Father and Sons." - Hayden
"We went on a charter with Father and Sons this afternoon, it was honestly the best customer service we could have asked for! They were so accommodating for our toddler and great people all around! We will absolutely be booking again on our next visit. Thanks for a great family trip!!" - Britanny
King mackerel are the crown jewel of these waters, and for good reason. These silver bullets can stretch anywhere from 15 to 40 pounds around Fajardo, with the bigger fish showing up consistently during the cooler months from December through April. Kings are pure adrenaline – they hit trolled baits like freight trains and immediately go airborne, peeling drag and testing your skills. What makes them special here is how they school up around the deeper water just offshore from the reefs, making them accessible on shorter trips while still giving you that blue water gamefish experience.
Atlantic bonito might not get the same press as their king mackerel cousins, but they're absolutely worth getting excited about. These compact speedsters typically run 3 to 8 pounds and fight like fish twice their size. Bonito are most active during the winter and spring months when water temperatures drop slightly, and they're suckers for small trolled lures and live bait. They school heavily, so when you find one, you're usually looking at steady action for the next hour or more.
Great barracuda are the perfect fish for anglers who want something with serious attitude. These toothy predators hang around the reefs and structure, ambushing anything that looks like an easy meal. Cuda in these waters commonly hit 10 to 25 pounds, and the bigger ones are absolute bulldogs that will test your drag system. They're year-round residents, but they're most aggressive during the warmer months when they're actively feeding. The visual aspect of barracuda fishing is what gets people hooked – you can often see them following your lure before they commit to the strike.
Crevalle jack are the brawlers of the bunch, and they're guaranteed to give you a workout. These broad-shouldered fighters typically range from 5 to 20 pounds around Fajardo, and they use every ounce of that muscle to pull drag. Jacks are most active during the summer months when they school up in large numbers around structure and baitfish concentrations. They're not picky eaters, which makes them perfect for less experienced anglers, but their fight quality keeps veteran fishermen coming back for more.
This is exactly the kind of fishing trip that creates lifelong memories and gets people planning their return visit before they even get back to the dock. With Father and Sons Fishing Charters, you're not just booking a fishing trip – you're investing in a day where everything is dialed in perfectly for your group. The private boat setup means no dealing with strangers, no rushing because other people want to head in early, and no compromise on where or how you fish. The 4 to 6-hour window gives you enough time to really get into the fish without wearing out the kids or newcomers to saltwater fishing. Don't let another Caribbean vacation go by without experiencing what world-class fishing in Puerto Rico is all about.
Sarda SardaAtlantic Bonito are silver bullets that average 5-12 pounds and can hit 40 mph when they're fired up. These tuna relatives travel in big schools and feed aggressively on the surface, creating a feeding frenzy that draws birds from miles away. You'll spot their dorsal fins cutting the water like mini sharks. They prefer open water but come within range when chasing bait. Spring through fall gives the best action when water temps hit the 60s. Guests love them because once you find a school, it's almost non-stop action - they'll hit anything you throw. The fight's solid but short-lived. Here's the trick: when you see birds diving, get there fast and throw small metal jigs or soft plastics. Keep moving to stay with the school.
Caranx HipposCrevalle Jack are the bullies of the flats - thick, powerful fish that average 3-5 pounds but can push 20+ pounds. They roam shallow grass beds, sandy bays, and reef edges in aggressive schools. Spring through fall brings the best action when they're pushing bait to the surface. What guests love is the raw power - pound for pound, few fish fight harder or pull drag like a jack. Look for diving birds and you'll find the action. They hit fast-moving lures hard and make bulldogging runs that'll surprise you. The meat's decent but most folks release them for the sport. Local secret: when you smell something like watermelon on the water, you've found a feeding school. Cast silver spoons past them and reel fast - they love the chase.
Sphyraena BarracudaGreat Barracuda are the ocean's missile - sleek, fast, and armed with a mouth full of razor teeth. Most run 2-4 feet, but we see some monsters pushing 6 feet around here. They patrol shallow reefs, grass beds, and structure, often sitting motionless before exploding on prey at 35 mph. You'll find them year-round in our warm waters, typically in 10-40 feet. What makes them fun is that violent strike and the acrobatic fight - they jump, they run, they're unpredictable. The meat's risky due to ciguatera, so most folks release them. My go-to technique: slow-troll a big tube lure or cast flashy spoons near structure. Key tip - use a wire leader and be ready for anything when you hook one. They're curious fish, so sometimes patience pays off.
Scomberomorus CavallaKing Mackerel are built for speed and power, averaging 20-30 pounds with some bruisers pushing 50+. We find them cruising depths between 40-150 feet, especially around drop-offs and structure. These olive-backed rockets with razor-sharp teeth hit trolled baits hard and make blistering runs that'll test your drag. Best action happens during warmer months when baitfish are thick. What makes them special is that explosive first run - they'll strip line faster than almost any fish out here. The meat's decent but watch the mercury. Pro tip: always use a wire leader and rig two hooks on live bait - kings love to hit from behind, so that trailing hook saves the day when they grab the tail end of your bait.
5.0 out of 5.0From the time we stepped on your boat we were treated like family. The boat was clean and excellent working condition. I want to...
We had a great time, caught 7 barracuda over 4 hours. There were plenty of snacks and cold drinks and the guides were easy to tal...
We went on a charter with Father and Sons this afternoon, it was honestly the best customer service we could have asked for! They ...
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