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Deep-Sea Fishing
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Water SportsSpanish Water

Deep-Sea Fishing

Big-game fish in the deep leeward water

DifficultyBeginner_to_advanced
DurationHalf day or full day
Price$500-1200 per charter (shared options available)
Type
Water Sports
Difficulty
Beginner_to_advanced
Duration
Half day or full day
Price
$500-1200 per charter (shared options available)
Group size
Private or shared charter (up to 6)
Best season
Year-round; species vary by season
Fitness
Moderate
Rating
4.6/5
Physical req.
Moderate. Fighting a big fish takes strength and stamina, and the open water can be rough. Not ideal for those with severe motion sickness or back problems.
The experience

Deep-Sea Fishing

Head offshore from Curaçao's leeward coast for big-game fish. Deep blue water sits close to shore here, so charters reach mahi-mahi, wahoo, and tuna fast.

Curaçao's leeward coast shelves off into deep water remarkably close to land, which makes it a strong base for deep-sea fishing. A charter clears the shallows within minutes and is soon trolling the blue water where the island's big-game species feed, so you spend more of the trip with lines out and less of it travelling.

The usual targets are mahi-mahi (dorado), wahoo, and tuna, with sailfish, marlin, and barracuda possible depending on the season and conditions. Charters supply the rods, reels, tackle, and bait, and the crew handles the technical work, so the trip suits both seasoned anglers and complete first-timers. Trips run as half or full days, with the longer option reaching the most productive grounds.

What a charter offers

  • All fishing gear, tackle, and bait provided.
  • An experienced captain and crew who know the local grounds.
  • Half-day or full-day trips out of the leeward marinas.
  • A catch policy set by the operator, often catch-and-release for billfish.

Boats depart from marinas near Spanish Water and Willemstad. Take motion-sickness tablets in advance if you are prone to seasickness, bring sun protection and a hat, and book the boat as a private or shared charter to suit your group.

At a glance

What to know before you go

Good for
✓Groups
✓Couples
✓Anglers
✓Adventure Seekers
Included
✓Boat, captain, and crew
✓All rods, reels, tackle, and bait
✓Fishing licence where required
✓Drinking water on board (with most charters)
What to bring
✓Motion-sickness tablets
✓Sun protection and a hat
✓Sunglasses with a strap
✓Light jacket or windbreaker
✓Water and snacks
✓Cash for tips
Good to note
✓Seasickness is common offshore; prepare in advance.
✓Follow the crew when fighting and landing large fish.
✓Strong sun and wind exposure offshore raise sunburn risk.
✓Stay seated and hold on when the boat is moving fast.
Plan it

Plan this experience

The essentials for booking Deep-Sea Fishing and getting there.

Best season
Year-round; species vary by season
Group size
Private or shared charter (up to 6)
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Good to know

Frequently asked questions

The usual targets are mahi-mahi (dorado), wahoo, and tuna, with sailfish, marlin, and barracuda possible depending on the season and conditions. The deep blue water sits close to the leeward coast, so charters reach the grounds fast.