5.0(1 Reviews)Tarpon Fishing Charters in Puerto Rico | 5 Hour
5.0(1 reviews)
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Target Tarpon in Puerto Rico's protected southwest watersFive-hour inshore charter includes all gear and licensesFamily-friendly trip accommodates up to two guests maximum
Puerto Rico's southwest coast is hands down one of the Caribbean's best-kept secrets for targeting silver kings. These protected waters hold healthy tarpon populations year-round, and Captain Frank knows exactly where to find them. This 5-hour charter takes you into the calm, shallow flats where these magnificent fish cruise and feed. Whether you're a seasoned angler or picking up a rod for the first time, this trip delivers consistent action in comfortable conditions. The southwest coast's geography creates perfect tarpon habitat - warm, nutrient-rich waters with plenty of baitfish and minimal boat traffic. You'll fish from a stable platform in protected waters, making this ideal for families and anyone wanting to experience world-class tarpon fishing without the rough seas.
Your day starts early with a thorough safety briefing and gear rundown. Captain Frank provides all the tackle you'll need - heavy spinning rods matched with strong reels, live bait, and backup artificials. The beauty of fishing Puerto Rico's southwest coast lies in the variety of approaches you can use. Some days you'll sight-fish to rolling tarpon, watching these silver giants cruise the surface before making your cast. Other times you'll anchor up near structure and let live bait work in the current. The shallow water means you'll see everything happening - tarpon following your bait, sudden strikes, and those famous acrobatic jumps. These fish average 40-80 pounds in these waters, big enough to test your skills but manageable for newer anglers with proper guidance. The protected nature of this area means comfortable fishing conditions most days, with light winds and minimal swells.
Captain Frank rigs heavy spinning gear specifically for tarpon - think 7-foot medium-heavy rods paired with 4000-series reels loaded with 30-pound braided line. Circle hooks are the standard here, both for fish safety and better hookups. Live bait is king for Puerto Rico tarpon - mullet, sardines, and crabs work best depending on what's available and active. When live bait isn't producing, switching to artificials like large swimbaits, spoons, or topwater plugs can trigger strikes from aggressive fish. The key technique is patience and precise casting. Tarpon are spooky in shallow water, so quiet approaches and accurate casts to feeding fish make all the difference. You'll learn to read the water, spot rolling fish, and time your casts perfectly. The captain handles boat positioning and bait preparation while coaching you through each step of the fight.
"My wife and I did a half day charter with Capt Frank and it was a great experience, highly recommend! We are newbies, and Frank was super nice and helpful - set us up with everything and guided us through it all. Filleted our Mahi afterwards as well!" - Hans
Tarpon are the ultimate inshore gamefish and Puerto Rico's southwest coast offers some of the most consistent fishing in the Caribbean. These silver kings typically range from 40 to 120 pounds in local waters, with fish over 100 pounds caught regularly during peak season. What makes tarpon so special is their fighting ability - they're known for powerful initial runs followed by spectacular aerial displays. A hooked tarpon will jump repeatedly, sometimes clearing the water by six feet or more while shaking its head violently to throw the hook. The fish are most active during warmer months from April through October, though Puerto Rico's year-round warm climate means you can target them any time. Tarpon have excellent eyesight and can be very selective, making them a thinking angler's fish. They feed primarily on baitfish like sardines, mullet, and crabs, often hunting in shallow water where their silver sides flash in the sunlight. The protected waters of Puerto Rico's southwest coast provide perfect nursery habitat, supporting healthy populations that have made this area famous among serious tarpon anglers. These fish are also incredibly long-lived - some specimens are estimated to be over 50 years old and have been swimming these same waters for decades.
This top-rated tarpon charter fills up quickly, especially during peak fishing months when conditions are perfect and fish are most active. Captain Frank's reputation for putting clients on fish has made Simply Caught Charters a customer favorite among both locals and visiting anglers. The intimate 2-guest capacity ensures personalized attention and plenty of fishing time for everyone aboard. All gear, tackle, and fishing licenses are included, so you just need to show up ready to fish. The calm, protected waters make this trip accessible to anglers of all skill levels, while the consistent tarpon action keeps experienced fishermen coming back season after season. Book early to secure your preferred dates and get ready for some of the best inshore fishing the Caribbean has to offer. Whether you're looking to check tarpon off your bucket list or add another trophy to your collection, this charter delivers the goods in one of Puerto Rico's most productive fishing grounds.
The Simply Caught 3 is your perfect fishing platform for chasing tarpon in Puerto Rico's protected southwest waters. This 26-foot 2017 Regulator comes equipped with twin 200HP Yamaha engines that'll get you to the hot spots quickly, then throttle down for smooth drifts over the shallow flats where these silver kings cruise. Built with serious anglers in mind, she's loaded with everything you need for a productive day - fish finder to locate schools, bait tank to keep your live bait frisky, and outriggers for trolling setups. The GPS keeps you on productive structure while the VHF radio ensures safe communication. Between hookups, stay comfortable with the multimedia system and keep drinks cold in the icebox. What makes this boat special for tarpon fishing is how stable she runs in calm water, giving you the solid platform needed when these fish go airborne. The shallow draft lets you work those productive backcountry spots where big tarpon feed without worrying about running aground. With space for up to 2 guests, you'll have plenty of room to fight fish and move around the deck when the action heats up.
5.0 out of 5.0My wife and I did a half day charter with Capt Frank and it was a great experience, highly recommend! We are newbies, and Frank wa...
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