Fish the world famous Pemba channel aboard Broadbill,
a 46 foot twin diesel sportfisher, or Kamara, a 32 foot
custom sportfisher. Blue, Black and Striped Marlin,
Sailfish, Yellowfin tuna, Dorado, Kingfish, Wahoo, Mako
and Tiger shark are regular catches.
Kenya is also probably the most consistent location
for Broadbill Swordfish in the world. Combine this with
a game viewing safari for the vacation of a lifetime.
Situated at Turtle bay, alongside the Watamu marine
national Park, is Hemingways Resort. Named after the
man himself, Hemingways is no ordinary hotel though.
It combines five star luxury with some of the best fishing
to be found anywhere in the Indian Ocean. Owner Dickie
Bird and Managing director Gary Cullen are regular competitors
in fishing tournaments along the Kenya coast aboard
Hemingway’s boats.
You can choose one of the twin diesel engined sportfishermen,
including White Bear once owned by Lady Delamere of
‘White Mischief’ fame, or fast twin outboard
powered craft for chasing the tuna shoals and light
tackle fishing.
Blue, black and striped marlin, sailfish, yellowfin
tuna, wahoo, dorado and giant trevally are all present
at various times of the year, as well as hammerhead,
tiger and hard fighting mako sharks. There are also
a host of smaller species and broadbill swordfish are
a regular catch on overnight trips to the North Kenya
bank some fifty miles offshore.
Diving, watersports and big game viewing safaris are
all available through the hotel.
Renowned Australian Captain Peter Bristow is now based
in Madeira. Operating a 40 foot Nelson sportfisher,
the Katherine B., he fishes the rich waters around the
island for giant Atlantic Blue Marlin, Bluefin and world
class Big eye Tuna (largest to date 375 lb). Incidental
catches include White marlin, Dorado, Yellowfin tuna
and Wahoo.
Madeira was once a centre of the whaling industry and
he also runs trips to view the whales and dolphins which
have now returned to their traditional feeding grounds.
Captain Bristow has caught almost 2000 Black Marlin
including 49 over 1000 lb during his 38 year career.
The largest? 1323 lb. It's safe to say that you're in
good hands aboard the Katherine B.
British skipper Ron Cowling has fished the waters of
Madeira since 1990, running boats on behalf of their
owners. He made one owner very proud indeed in 1995
by winning the coveted marlin world cup with a fabulous
blue marlin of 953 lb.
In 1999 Ron brought his own boat, the Our Mary, from
England. A 31 foot diesel powered Mitchell sportfisher,
she is fully equipped with 30lb / 50 lb / 80 lb and
130 lb Penn International and Shimano tackle.
Together with mate Russell Housby, Ron has formed one
of the most successful crews in Madeira, their largest
blue marlin of 2000 was estimated at 1100 lb before
being released. Spearfish, white marlin, big eye and
bluefin tuna as well as wahoo of staggering proportions
have come aboard, along with dorado and many smaller
tuna species.
To find out more about fishing with one of Madeira’s
top crews contact Captain Ron Cowling.
The Republic of the Maldives lies in the Indian Ocean
some 300 miles off the South-West coast of the Indian
sub-continent. There are 1190 coral islands, many of
them uninhabited.
The Blue Horizon company operates two live aboard vessels,
Horizon and Niru, for both diving and fishing safaris.
You can troll if you seek action with Blue marlin, sailfish,
wahoo, yellowfin tuna and dorado, or try flyfishing
for bonefish, permit and trevally.
If you want to sample some heavy duty rod bending action
though, try casting surface poppers towards the reefs,
start your retrieve and hang on tight... giant trevally
and big dogtooth tuna will provide you with a workout
you’ll remember for a long time.
If you’re looking for wild nightlife the Maldives
aren’t for you. But if you you’re looking
for a laid back tropical paradise with some excellent
untapped fishing then get in touch with Blue Horizon.
Based in the North of this beautiful island, Sportfisher
charters run a fleet of seven beautifully maintained
42 foot twin diesel sportfishing craft . Blue and Black
Marlin, Yellowfin Tuna, Hammerhead and Mako sharks are
regularly caught, along with Dorado, Wahoo and World
record Skipjack Tuna.
First class tackle from Fenwick and Penn International
is supplied on all boats.
Rodney Caughman's Pro Team Sportfishing operate from
Mazatlan on Mexico's Pacific coast.
Their fleet of 29 foot twin diesel Robalo sportfisher
and 26 foot Super Panga with English speaking crews
will put you on fish whatever the time of year. Blue,
Black and Striped marlin, Sailfish, Wahoo, Dorado are
all caught at varying times of the year, whilst inshore
species include Pargo, Jacks, Sierra, Snook and Roosterfish.
Fully equipped with downriggers, full electronics,
Chaos rods and Penn International reels, Pro Team practise
catch and release on all billfish except potential records.
Rodney can also offer accommodation at his beautiful
Casa Marlin lodge, or a number of other options to suit
all pockets.
Mazatlan is a cosmopolitan city with excellent beaches,
shopping, restaurants and nightlife. There's something
for everyone here. You'll love it, we do.
Beautiful Cabo San Lucas, at the very tip of the Baja
peninsular, is the base for the 35 foot Bertram Cabo
Magic.
Tommy & Lori Garcia your hosts and owners of Cabo
Magic arrange fishing trips and adventures to make your
sportfishing dream come true!
Pangas to 76' Luxury Cruisers are available in addition
to Cabo Magic, their 35 foot Bertram Sportsfisher, a
beautifully maintained boat. Fully equipped with top
line electronics and Penn International tackle she fishes
both the Pacific and the Sea of Cortez for Blue, Black
and Striped marlin, Sailfish, Wahoo, Dorado, Yellowtail
and the hard fighting Roosterfish.
Vacation rental accommodations are also available.
Economy to first class luxury accommodations. Something
for everyone's taste, and everyone's budget!
Contact them today for reservations and information.
Guerita is a 28 foot tournament rigged Luhrs sportfisher
owned by Jacqueline Lee and Captain Efren Zamora. Based
at Cabo San Lucas on the tip of the Baja peninsular,
she fishes both the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortez
as the season dictates.
Blue, black and striped marlin, swordfish, sailfish,
wahoo, dorado and various species of tuna are available
offshore, while the inshore fishing for roosterfish,
jacks and snapper is superb, there’s always something
to catch!
Whether you prefer bluewater trolling, saltwater flyfishing,
casting jigs to hungry jacks, or livebaits to free swimming
striped marlin you will find Captain Efren’s knowledge
and skill invaluable, and his ability to find fish will
never cease to amaze you.
Whether you want just a charter or a full package including
flights and accommodation, be sure to get in touch.
Captain Jorge Schulz fishes the fertile waters around
Cabo aboard the 38 foot Hatteras ‘No Problem’.
Powered by twin diesel engines and equipped with full
electronics, Penn International tackle and two fighting
chairs she targets blue, black and striped marlin, sailfish,
wahoo, roosterfish, dorado and yellowfin tuna.
Both lures and livebaits are used and ultralight tackle
is available if you really want to test your angling
skills!
Way down in the South-west corner of Mexico, backing
onto the Sierra Madre mountains, lies the beautiful
fishing village of Zihuatanejo. This little known location
boasts almost year round fishing for big pacific sailfish
together with consistent runs of blue, black and striped
marlin, wahoo, dorado and tunas. The inshore fishing
is nothing short of spectacular either, with big roosterfish,
snook and some serious yellowtail jack.
Captain Lenny Alvarez runs the Marias II, a 31 foot
twin diesel powered custom vessel capable of cruising
at 27 knots. With full electronics, Penn international
tackle, tuna tubes and a live well, the Marias II is
fully equipped to let you take advantage of the incredible
fishing opportunities in this fabulous location.
Whether you want just a charter or a full package including
flights and accommodation, be sure to get in touch.
If the idea catching a 120 kg (265 lb) shark from the
beach appeals to you maybe you need to make the journey
to Namibia in Southwest Africa.
Mola mola Safaris offer fully guided trips to this
remote area where you will fish the cool Atlantic waters
of the legendary Skeleton coast.
Travelling by four wheel drive vehicle and fishing
with heavy action surf rods you have the opportunity
to catch big bronze whaler sharks, sand sharks, kob
and stenbrass.
Excellent accommodation and wonderful hospitality will
make you want to return to Namibia again and again.
email: molamola@leadertec.com
Portugal
Esmeralda Azul — Monte Gordo
Fishing the waters of the Eastern Algarve, Esmeralda
Azul is a 33 foot Aquabell sportfisherman. Owned by
IGFA World record holder Paul Delsignore, Esmeralda
Azul is fitted with Lee outriggers and equipped with
30 lb, 50 lb, and 80 lb class Shimano tackle.
She specialises in trolling during the summer months
for Blue and White marlin (the Algarve Blue marlin record
stands at over 1300 lb), Bluefin and Skipjack tuna.
In the spring and Autumn Blue and Mako sharks move in,
and there's great bottom fishing for corvina, snapper
and pargo all year round.
Fourteen European and world line class records have
been set aboard Esmeralda Azul. Will you set the next
one?
Great food, excellent wine and one of the best Blue
Flag beaches in Europe makes this a great place to take
the family while getting in a little fishing!
Between July and September each year large numbers
of white marlin move along the Algarve coastline. When
the white marlin are running 8 —10 shots a day
is not uncommon, but you’ll need to be a skilful
angler to hook up with these tricky fish.
Other species present at this time of year include
blue marlin, bluefin tuna, spearfish, skipjack tuna,
dolphin, bluefish; blue, mako and hammerhead sharks
and broadbill swordfish.
Launched in 2006, Reefcat is a 12 metre custom catamaran
powered by twin Yanmar diesels. Rigged with Reelax outriggers
and fighting chair, top of the range Raymarine electronics
and a full range of Shimano tackle she is fully equipped
to fish the offshore marks in safety and comfort.
Her initial sea trials in late 2006 coincided with
the annual white marlin run and in just a 6 week period
Reefcat took the prestigious European Billfish Challenge
award for most white marlin tagged and released!
Marlin are summer visitors to Algarve but there’s
great fishing all year round and Reefcat’s huge
deck area and stable catamaran hull also make her the
perfect platform for exploring the superb drift and
bottom fishing along the coast.
Contact Captain Bob Pearson to find out what’s
biting now.
One of the finest boats on the Algarve is the 45 foot Canadian built Guimond “Jose Batista”. She is skippered by Rui Mendonça and fully equipped with Shimano tackle, fighting chair, Lee outriggers and modern electronics and safety equipment.
Based at the modern Albufeira marina just 40 minutes from Faro airport she fishes the inshore reefs for corvina, snapper, bass and grouper and is also ideally located to fish the canyons and drop offs for blue and white marlin, tuna, swordfish; blue, hammerhead and mako sharks during the summer months.
How do you fancy a 53 lb Wahoo on fly? If that sounds
like your sort of fishing you need to meet Captain Franco
Gonzales.
Captain Franco operates the 28 foot Bertram ‘Fly
By’ from the port of Vieques, Puerto Rico.
He specialises in light tackle trolling and saltwater
flyfishing and in season he can take you offshore for
blue marlin (June — September ), white marlin
(December — March ), wahoo (October — February
), or a mixed bag of yellowfin tuna and dorado (December
— April ).
Alternatively you could move inshore to try for tarpon,
or wade the inshore flats with him for the large schools
of bonefish which are present all year round.
The superb fishing and friendly people will make you
want to return over again.
