What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Oranjestad for the first time?

Book a longer trip. 4hrs is not quite enough time for me, but we had plenty to clean in our short 4hr trip. We got lucky and the mahi found us while bottom fishing. So happy there is not a ton of sharks eating everything we caught.

Fishing is fishing. Sometimes you get a catch, sometimes you don't. The morning sun wasn't too bad but around 10am the sun starts to really hit you. The waves weren't too crazy but hit it just right and the boat will rock. We didn't catch anything today Aug 4th but I would go again if I had the time. Never know what you can get.

Plan ahead and book ahead because it's a small fleet and I was on the mahi-mahi 42 ft Hatteras and it was a wonderful trip but I raided not for children because the seas are anywhere from 5 to 15 ft and I mean all the time.

Great trip! It was less wavy than expected with windy conditions and we stayed within sight of the shore. We did take gravol/wrist bands to mitigate sea sickness and would definitely go for another fishing excursion!

I am a novice. But, worked sailboats. We trolled. Did not do bottom fishing. I like the ease and quickness of trolling. It is windy and a bit rough in April. If you do not have sea legs, take anti nausea medications and do not drink night before heading out.

Our particular fishing day was a little slow. The ocean was a bit rough due to the constant wind. We heard there were 5 charter boats out that day. There were only our two catches, and one other from another boat. Not sure if that's the norm this time of year.

Great crew. Helpful and I know it’s not their fault for not finding the fish. I didn’t even get a bite. Perhaps they shouldn’t stay at the same spot too long. Should offer discount or refund on bad days.

Fishing is Fishing! Get your rod hrs in. Don't expect to much. It's all about right place right time!

Don’t get your hopes up too high. Fishing is better at certain times of the year. Be happy with any fish you catch ?

Research when the preferred season is for the fish you want to catch. Otherwise you'll have to get lucky.

Fishing is good this time of year but with the water temperature being at its warmest, it can be hit or miss.

Bone fishing was good and easily accessible. Caught bones and Blue Runners on the flats near downtown.

Although the fishing is a little slow this time of year, I would definitely recommend this captain and crew. Definitely worth the money

November and December are the best times if you are coming to Aruba to fish. For those coming for other purposes, adding a fishing trip is always great.

Winter months are supposedly much better but seas are much rougher. Swells were 8-10 feet in June. Our guide said swells could be upwards of 20 feet in winter months. Something to consider

Suntan lotion, a hat, and be prepared for potentially rough water (Choppy and rollers - it's the wind, right)

Call the company first to find what is better at the time. AM or PM fishing. Certain times are better for a specific fish depending if you are looking to catch.

Sometimes target fish aren’t running when you’re here . Try to plan your trip when your target fish are known to be active in aruba. Search for charters before your trip and ask questions.

Pack a few snacks and tell the Capt. What you want to do. I personally hate offshore trolling so we stayed inshore and picked away at bottom fish.

Captains stories and humor made up for fishes lack of appetite. Not their fault. But thank them profuciously as the Weems Sisters are now oil tankers tycoons! Would go again without a d doubt.

Taking some bonine prior to the trip is not a bad idea. The waves get pretty high in some of the fishing grounds on the windward side of the island and around the point.

Go in October that is marlin season. July is more for a learning experience. But still a fun trip for the whole family!!

There are fish out there. We hooked (but lost) two Mahi. We brought in several tuna of different sizes. Not huge, but it was delicious tuna.

The sea state was a bit rougher than I expected but the experience was still phenomenal. Great job by the crew!

This is a great trip for novices and experienced fishers. They provide everything you need, give lots of great information and are so helpful and nice.

just research it first. so you have a better understanding of the place and the fishing

Normal seas for them on a good day is 4-6 ft swells. Not for the fair weather fisherman!

Be patient. The waters are warm but the crew of the Dorothy will make sure you catch.

Great fun! Not a lot biting our day... We hooked 9, mostly bonito. We will definitely go again!

Just book your trip. These Captains and Crew have the experience you are looking for.