Backwater Tarpon Fishing PR 

4.8/5 (542 beoordelingen)
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 Calle Clemente, San Juan, 00772, Puerto Rico

Backwater Tarpon Fishing PR 

4.8/5 (542 beoordelingen)
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Calle Clemente
San Juan, Puerto Rico
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If you’ve heard of heard about Tarpon fishing and would like to know what all the fuss is about, then look no further than Backwater Tarpon Fishing Charters. Operated by Captain Clery, they are your resident experts when it comes to tackling the Silver King in his own backyard.

You’ll be fishing on a 24’ Ranger bay boat that is powered by a single 300 HP Suzuki engine. This vessel is perfect for Tarpon fishing as the flat deck gives you enough freedom to walk effortlessly around the boat while minimizing the risk of falling and/or getting the line tangled.

This vast lagoon is perfectly suited for marine life, providing infinite sources of bait all year round for the resident fish. Targeting the Silver King will be your main priority, but there are other fish around as well. The local Tarpon population can range anywhere from 20 lbs all the way up to 150 lbs.

Captain Clery will provide you with all the necessary rods, reels, and terminal tackle you’ll need for a fun time on the water. All you need to bring is a pair of polarized sunglasses, some sunscreen, and a go-getter attitude. Once you’ve danced with the Silver King, you’ll be hooked for life.

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Rating

4.8
542 reviews
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4.9
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (555)

tarpon
tarpon
Awesome Adventure!
Awesome Adventure!
great!
S/O Capt Gaby!
+549

What anglers say

93%
Great experience
92%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
97%
Good boat
95%
Recommended
85%
Caught fish

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Leif Becker
Leif Becker
The captain canceled
February 15, 2026
The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.
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Scott Mitchell
Scott Mitchell
5.0
Verified
If You Want to Catch Fish!
Half Day Trip (AM) on September 20, 20254 adults
Abe was a fantastic captain. Although I grew up on the Texas coast and have fished all my life, this was my first tarpon trip. It was fast in the morning and we had a couple monsters spit the hook after a few seconds but the action abruptly ceased. Abe moved us several times and refused to give up. 20 minutes after he should have headed back to the dock I finally got a hit and boated a great tarpon after an exciting fight. Thanks Abe for going above and beyond to get me that amazing fish and fantastic experience.
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Reported catch:
Tarpon
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Iryna Mazur
Iryna Mazur
5.0
Verified
New
great!
Half Day Trip (AM) on January 26, 20262 adults1 child
Thank you so much to our captain for this amazing experience! We even managed to catch a fish, which made the trip extra exciting. Cruising through the lagoon on the boat was absolutely breathtaking and truly unforgettable. I would happily recommend this experience to my friends and anyone looking for a great adventure on the water!
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Reported catch:
Tarpon
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Chris Hill
Chris Hill
5.0
Verified
New
tarpon
Half Day Trip (AM) on February 13, 20262 adults
Had a great time we caught fish when many of the other boats were not catching any tarpon. The captain knew exactly where to go to catch the big tarpon. this young captain did have much experience. All his equipment was good. His knowledge was excellent and extremely friendly and patient with my girlfriend.
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Patrick Wilson
Patrick Wilson
5.0
Verified
Great trip for our family of 6
Early LURES & Swimbaits Trip on August 4, 20254 adults2 children
Our boys (14 & 10) wanted to doing a fishing trip on our family vacation to PR. We debated between deep sea and backwater tarpon. Ultimately, we chose backwater because of the calmer waters of the lagunas and (hopefully) a solid fight with a good size tarpon. We booked an early AM 5:45 start, so we could be among the first on the water. While things started off slowly, we eventually hooked 3 tarpon, landing 2 of them, along with a snook and a barracuda. All 4 of our kids got in on the action (ages 16 down to 10). We even had a chance to feed Pepe the Pelican off the back of the boat. Our guide, Miguel, clearly knew his stuff, finding us a variety of spots and methods to get some bites. He was engaging with the kids, sharing stories of fishing excursions across PR. He also had a lot of great recos for restaurants and activities to get into while we were in San Juan for the day. All in - a fantastic trip. Well worth the early morning departure and trek across to San Juan.
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Reported catch:
Snook
Tarpon
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Trip availability and prices

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2 hours Low Season Deal (copy)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 Hour Trip
starts at 1:30 PM
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US $289
Entire boat: up to 3 people
2 hours Low Season Deal (cop (copy)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 Hour Trip
starts at 3:30 PM
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US $289
Entire boat: 2 people
2hrs early morning special deal
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 Hour Trip
starts at 6:00 AM
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US $295
Entire boat: up to 3 people
2 hours Low Season Deal
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
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US $295
Entire boat: up to 3 people
2 hours Low Season Deal (copy)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 Hour Trip
starts at 9:00 AM
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US $295
Entire boat: up to 3 people
2 hours Low Season Deal (cop (copy)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 Hour Trip
starts at 11:30 AM
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US $295
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Fly Fishing Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 6:00 AM
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US $405
Entire boat: 2 people
Afternoon Fall special deal 4hrs
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 2:00 PM
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Jul 1 - Nov 15
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US $385
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Early LURES & Swimbaits Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 5:45 AM
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US $390
Entire boat: up to 3 people
EASTER SPECIAL Tarpon Fishing PM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 2:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Apr 30
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US $395
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Fly fishing afternoon
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 2:00 PM
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US $430
Entire boat: 2 people
4hrs Night Tarpon Fishing Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 5:30 PM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
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US $395
Entire boat: 2 people
Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
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US $399
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 1:30 PM
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US $399
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Summer Afternoon Special Deal 4hrs
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 2:00 PM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Jun 30
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US $399
Entire boat: up to 3 people
3/4 Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
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US $530
Entire boat: 2 people
3/4 Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 12:00 PM
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US $530
Entire boat: 2 people
6hrs Fly Fishing Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 6:15 AM
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US $529
Entire boat: 2 people
6hrs Fly Fishing Trip (copy)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 12:00 PM
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US $535
Entire boat: 2 people
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Rating

4.8
542 reviews
5
476
4
46
3
6
2
9
1
2
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (555)

tarpon
tarpon
Awesome Adventure!
Awesome Adventure!
great!
S/O Capt Gaby!
+549

What anglers say

93%
Great experience
92%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
97%
Good boat
95%
Recommended
85%
Caught fish

All reviews (542)

Filter
Showing 15 of 543 reviews
Leif Becker
Leif Becker
The captain canceled
Trip was supposed to happen on February 15, 2026
The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.
0
Scott Mitchell
Scott Mitchell
5.0
Verified
If You Want to Catch Fish!
Half Day Trip (AM) on September 20, 20254 adults
Abe was a fantastic captain. Although I grew up on the Texas coast and have fished all my life, this was my first tarpon trip. It was fast in the morning and we had a couple monsters spit the hook after a few seconds but the action abruptly ceased. Abe moved us several times and refused to give up. 20 minutes after he should have headed back to the dock I finally got a hit and boated a great tarpon after an exciting fight. Thanks Abe for going above and beyond to get me that amazing fish and fantastic experience.
Review media 0
Reported catch:
Tarpon
1
Iryna Mazur
Iryna Mazur
5.0
Verified
New
great!
Half Day Trip (AM) on January 26, 20262 adults1 child
Thank you so much to our captain for this amazing experience! We even managed to catch a fish, which made the trip extra exciting. Cruising through the lagoon on the boat was absolutely breathtaking and truly unforgettable. I would happily recommend this experience to my friends and anyone looking for a great adventure on the water!
Review media 0
Reported catch:
Tarpon
0
Chris Hill
Chris Hill
5.0
Verified
New
tarpon
Half Day Trip (AM) on February 13, 20262 adults
Had a great time we caught fish when many of the other boats were not catching any tarpon. The captain knew exactly where to go to catch the big tarpon. this young captain did have much experience. All his equipment was good. His knowledge was excellent and extremely friendly and patient with my girlfriend.
Review media 0
Review media 1
0
Patrick Wilson
Patrick Wilson
5.0
Verified
Great trip for our family of 6
Early LURES & Swimbaits Trip on August 4, 20254 adults2 children
Our boys (14 & 10) wanted to doing a fishing trip on our family vacation to PR. We debated between deep sea and backwater tarpon. Ultimately, we chose backwater because of the calmer waters of the lagunas and (hopefully) a solid fight with a good size tarpon. We booked an early AM 5:45 start, so we could be among the first on the water. While things started off slowly, we eventually hooked 3 tarpon, landing 2 of them, along with a snook and a barracuda. All 4 of our kids got in on the action (ages 16 down to 10). We even had a chance to feed Pepe the Pelican off the back of the boat. Our guide, Miguel, clearly knew his stuff, finding us a variety of spots and methods to get some bites. He was engaging with the kids, sharing stories of fishing excursions across PR. He also had a lot of great recos for restaurants and activities to get into while we were in San Juan for the day. All in - a fantastic trip. Well worth the early morning departure and trek across to San Juan.
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Reported catch:
Snook
Tarpon
1

FAQs about Backwater Tarpon Fishing PR

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2009
Restored in
2024
Boat manufacturer
Ranger
Boat type
Bay boat

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots
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