Deep Sea Fishing in Aruba

Deep Sea Fishing in Aruba with Driftwood Fishing Charters departs from Renaissance Marina in downtown Oranjestad. Driftwood currently operates 35-foot Bertram boats, Driftwood I and II, and the 45-foot Hatteras Driftwood III, with private charters accommodating up to six guests.

Charters are available for 4, 6, or 8 hours. Four-hour trips run from 8:00 AM to noon or 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Six-hour trips run from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM, while eight-hour trips operate from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Prices vary by boat and duration, beginning at US$550 for a four-hour charter on Driftwood I or II.

Fishing targets published by Driftwood include barracuda, tuna, kingfish, wahoo, sharks, sailfish, mahi-mahi, tarpon and marlin. Aruba Tourism Authority also identifies barracuda, tuna, wahoo, kingfish, sailfish and marlin among the species pursued on Driftwood’s fishing trips.

Each charter includes a captain, mate, fishing equipment, bait, sodas and bottled water. The eight-hour option also includes sandwiches. Driftwood recommends bringing sunglasses, a hat or visor, sunscreen and light clothing, and guests may bring their own beer for the crew to keep cold onboard.

Driftwood Fishing Charters is based at Seaport Marina in Oranjestad. Guests who want to eat their catch can arrange for Driftwood Restaurant to prepare it; the charter company currently publishes a separate per-person preparation charge for this service.