Our Top 13 Dominican Republic Fishing Trips

1.Santa Elena Fishing Charters in Punta Cana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 98 reviews Our pick

Fish from a private boat with Captain Miguel and crew members Elena and Alex on a four-hour Punta Cana charter. Choose four hours of trolling offshore, or split the trip between deep-sea fishing and a lagoon stop where your catch may be grilled. Drinks are included, and the boat holds up to seven people.

“We had a fantastic experience on this friendly charter. Elena, was exceptional. She was very organized, had everything meticulously planned, and kept us updated on weather and pickup times through frequent communication. UnfortunatelRead more”

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2.Punta Cana Private Fishing Charter on 39 Foot Boat with Bevarages

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews

Fish the Atlantic from a private 39-foot boat for up to six people, with hotel pickup, licenses, bait, heavy tackle, drinks, and a captain plus first mate. The crew targets mahi mahi, tuna, sailfish, marlin, and barracuda. Choose four to nine hours, then swim or snorkel from the boat if conditions allow.

“The captain was very knowledgeable and nice. He made our trip very pleasant and helped us all catch great finds- mahi mahi and a big blue marlin!”

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3.FISHING PRO CHARTERS – Boat Excursion – Divina

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 47 reviews

Book a private Punta Cana fishing trip for up to six people, with hotel pickup, gear, bait, beer, rum, soda, and an English- and Spanish-speaking captain and mate. Crews such as Primo, Ariel, Kiko, and Nelson troll offshore for mahi-mahi, wahoo, barracuda, tuna, sailfish, and marlin.

“I had concerns as the hotel beach club team priced the trip at $800 and told me that i would not find it cheaper. i wanted a 4 hour trip on our own as a family. we were picked up from our hotel on time taken 25 mins straight to the boatRead more”

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4.Punta Cana Private Fishing Charter boat Fortuna 42′

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews

You’ll fish offshore from Punta Cana aboard the private 42-foot Fortuna motor yacht with a captain and two crew members. The four-hour trip includes hotel pickup, drinks, bait, professional tackle, and room for up to eight people. If fishing slows, you can request snorkeling, swimming, beach time, or coastal sightseeing.

“Great experience and captain and crew were extremely accommodating! Special shout out to Eddy who loves his job and loves to fish!!”

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5.Private Punta Cana Six Hour Fishing Charter

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 43 reviews

Big Marlin Charters takes your private group of up to five offshore from Punta Cana for six hours of sport fishing. Captain Yustas and crew members such as Eddy help beginners and experienced anglers target blue marlin, sailfish, tuna, mahi mahi, wahoo, and barracuda. Lunch, alcoholic drinks, pickup, and snorkeling gear are included.

“Eddie and the Captain were excellent but the seas were to rough for us. They tried everything to make it an enjoyable experience but it was too rough.”

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6.4 hour deep sea fishing experience from punta cana

★★★★★★★★★★3.4 · 41 reviews · 1 day · from $100Best value

You’ll leave Punta Cana by van for Cabeza de Toro, then spend four hours trolling offshore for mahi-mahi, tuna, wahoo, bonito, sailfish, and seasonal marlin. The English- and Spanish-speaking crew supplies rods, bait, drinks, and hands-on help. Expect shared turns at the rods, open-sea views, and possible diesel fumes or rough water.

“Transportation to the venue was good, although ensure you are ready to be collected from 7am onwards. No notice was given before hand. The fishing trip itself was pretty good, the boat and equipment were very old and there was a really strong smell of diesel smoke that you had to endure the whole trip. The fishing was frantic at times but we caught fish. This is not fishing though it’s just catching. Get a bite, sit in the chair and reel in as quick as you can while moving. Then repeat with another customer. Caught 10 fish between 5 of us. Mainly Dorada. Prepare for it to be rough…”

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7.FISHING PRO CHARTERS – Boat Excursion – Mar-Quesa

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 41 reviews

Fish Punta Cana’s Atlantic waters aboard Mar-Quesa with a captain and mate, targeting Mahi Mahi, Barracuda, Marlin, Tuna, Wahoo, and Sailfish. Your private group of up to eight gets rods, reels, bait, drinks, licenses, and pickup. Some trips include sandwiches and fruit, while rough seas can be a real test.

“We had a wonderful time and even caught Mahi Mahi that we at for dinner that night. The guides were wonderful and they were especially helpful when one person in our group felt a little seasick. I highly recommend this!”

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8.4-Hours of Deep Sea Fishing in Punta Cana

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 35 reviews · from $120

Start at 7:30 am for four hours of sea fishing off Punta Cana with GY Excursiones Tours. Equipment, support, and Dominican drinks with or without alcohol are included. The boat can carry up to 15 people, and catches may include dorado, barracuda, and Spanish mackerel. Confirm your pickup point carefully and bring motion-sickness medicine.

“They never showed up to pick me up. I will dispute the charge. I waited for 45 minutes and was so disappointed. Texted them for confirmation twice, no response, number disconnected.”

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9.Punta Cana Offshore Deep Sea Fishing Charter

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 35 reviews

Book the 37-foot Riviera for a private four-hour trip from Punta Cana. Captain Willie, Miguel, and first mates including Eddie and Daniel have worked these waters for marlin, sailfish, tuna, mahi-mahi, wahoo, and barracuda. Fishing gear, snorkeling equipment, drinks, pickup, and a comfortable cabin are included.

“My family and I had an amazing time. Transportation was on time. The van was clean. All the staff were friendly. The captain and first mate were awesome. We caught some huge fish… a four foot mahi! Highly recommend”

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10.Private Fishing Charter Punta Cana (Orion)

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 32 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Spend about four hours fishing off Punta Cana with a private group of up to seven. Hotel pickup takes you to Jellyfish Beach, where Louie, Luis, Manuel, or Emanuel may help troll for mahi-mahi, tuna, barracuda, bonito, and marlin. Drinks, snacks, and fish prepared as ceviche are included, with longer outings available.

“Marlins weren't biting but we had a great day with Louis and Emanuel bringing in a few barracuda. Very friendly crew who worked hard to make it a positive experience. Went with my 2 sons and 73 yrs old father-in-law. The boarding and unloading of the boat was a little challenge for him as there is no dock. The boats are anchored just off shore. He managed and was happy to have come along!”

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11.Deep sea fishing in Punta Cana and Bávaro.

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 23 reviews

Meet the crew at Jellyfish Beach after hotel pickup from Punta Cana or Bávaro. Spend about four hours fishing offshore for mahi-mahi, tuna, barracuda, bonito, or blue marlin. Captain Luis and the crew provide rods, bait, drinks, fruit, sandwiches, and help preparing ceviche from your catch.

“Louis was amazing. He made sure the entire experience was awesome. We caught 6 Mahi Mahi. Louis then made fresh Mahi ceviche using one of our caught fish. It doesn’t get fresher than that! The attention to detail was impressive. After eRead more”

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12.Deep Sea Fishing Tour by Boat with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 19 reviews · 4 hours · from $139

Leave your Punta Cana hotel for a four-hour offshore fishing trip with Power Adventures. Your captain supplies rods, bait, and tackle, while beer, soda, and water keep you refreshed. The boat holds no more than seven people, but shared rods may be rotated, so ask how fishing time is divided before you book.

“Everything was very nice, we were lucky enough to catch 15 fish, it was a good day!”

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13.Punta Cana offshore private fishing charter “Sherlock” 39 ‘

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 2 reviews · 6 hours

Join Captain André’s local crew aboard the 39-foot Sherlock for a private six-hour offshore fishing trip from Punta Cana. You’ll fish with Penn or Shimano gear for blue marlin, sailfish, tuna, mahi mahi, wahoo, and barracuda. Hotel transfers, fuel, licenses, bait, drinks, and an English-speaking first mate are included.

“We had a nice day at sea. The crew provided good and friendly service. We caught 5 mahimahi and 2 barracuda.”

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