Fishing in Lanzarote

There are large numbers of sedentary species, but this area experiences a lot of transit by many migratory fish stocks. Whether you practice spinning, jigging, coastal trolling, night fishing, bottom fishing or deep sea fishing, the fishing possibilities offered off the coasts of Lanzarote are enormous ... and so are the chances of catching the fish of your life, too.

Jigging in Lanzarote

Here, the rocky seabed with its sandy zones is a real treat for fans of jigging. Wherever you go, you'll find lots of drop offs, rocks and wrecks; an oasis for jigging fanatics.

Throughout the season you can practice jigging and can catch bonitos, sierras (the Canarian name for Atlantic Bonito), groupers and wahoos. To go jigging in Lanzarote, you’ll need a good charter fishing boat and a good guide who knows the area and its secrets.

Don't forget the exclusive the national park of La Graciosa in the north: only a few boats can access this paradise for sport fishing lovers! La Graciosa is great for slow jigging, dead bait fishing, spinning. And always catch & release! Fishing trips in La Graciosa can produce large amberjack, dentex, grouper, wahoo and many other rock fish.

Light tackle trolling in Lanzarote

You can enjoy unforgettable fishing in Lanzarote with light trolling using teams of 20 to 30 pounds and small lures. Depending on the season, it is possible to find different species such as sierra, red snapper, wahoo, bonito and sea-pike.

Deep sea fishing in Lanzarote

The Blue Marlin (the king of deep sea fishing), white marlin, dorado (dolphinfish) and different types of tropical tunas visit the waters of Lanzarote and Fuerteventura from June to late October. Bluefin tuna approach the islands in autumn and winter. Here, you can also catch the hammerhead shark by fishing with natural bait.

Is fishing good in Lanzarote?

Yes, fishing can be good in Lanzarote, as the island is surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, Lanzarote is known for its diverse and rich marine life. Some popular fishing spots in Lanzarote include Playa Blanca, Puerto del Carmen, and Costa Teguise. Depending on the season, you can catch a variety of pelagic fish species, including tuna (bluefin, albacore, bigeye, yellowfin, skipjack...), wahoo, dorado, marlin, and more. Year round there's pink dentex, grouper, amberjack, snapper and red scorpion fish.

Autumn and winter: Anchored or drifting, the best technique for fishing in Lanzarote during the autumn and winter is bottom fishing. With natural bait you can catch all kinds of rockfish, big stripe and sierra. With live bait (mackerel, choco or squid, for example) you can fish for amberjack or pink dentex.

During winter and early spring, migrating bluefin tuna, big eye tuna and albacore visit the area. They are caught trolling larger lures & artificials or natural dead bait. You can also fish tuna chumming sardines and mackerel drifting.

Spring and summer: In the summer, mackerel, sardine, "lacha" (the favourite food of wahoo), albacore, bonitos, white marlin and above all, the blue marlin can be found. The billfish visit the island from early July to November, but the best months for fishing in Lanzarote are the months of September, October & early November. This time of year most boats fish trolling with big game fishing tackle (80lb or 120lb).

What fish do you catch in Lanzarote?

Blue Marlin

Blue marlin are caught trolling lures offshore, between June and November. Many fishermen say that in Lanzarote, the blue marlin actually starts when you reach the 500m isobath. This doesn't mean they can't be found closer to the coast since it would not be the first time that a Marlin attacking the bait just when we are walking out the port in just 70m.

The best time for fishing blue marlin in Lanzarote is from June to November.

White marlin

White marlin usually move in small groups in waters more than 100m deep. The white marlin feeds on all kinds of fish, cephalopods and crustaceans. The best time for fishing white marlin in Lanzarote is from July to November, just like the blue marlin.

Amberjack

From November to January the big amberjacks (30-50 kg), or medregal as they are called in the Canary Islands, relieve the "picudos" at the top of the food pyramid. Lanzarote fishing with live bait requires a fisherman who knows this technique to perfection. You can fish to the drift or by trolling. Fishing medregal in Lanzarote is also one of the most desired activities for practicing jigging.

Bigeye Tuna

Big eye tuna can be fished with artificial lures and sometimes with natural bait. The peak season for tuna in Lanzarote usually is February, March, April and May.

Grouper

The grouper is found in rocky areas where it is well camouflaged by its brown and white spots. The best way to catch the grouper is using natural bait (squid, mackerel or choco for example) to the drift or by trolling. It can also be fished with jigging. Once it is caught, it is important to try to "raise it" from the seabed, because if he has the slightest possibility, he will escape into a hole where it is virtually impossible to get to him.

Apart from fishing in Lanzarote you can also go cycling, kite surfing, mountain biking, wine tasting experience, snorkelling & diving, sailing, hiking and much much more.

Enjoy the local food in the hundreds of bars & restaurants in Costa Teguise, Playa Blanca, Puerto Rubicion, Puerto Calero and Orzola. Visit the islands of La Graziosa and Alegranza.

A fishing license is required to fish from the shore or in a boat. The fishing charters normally have the fishing license included in the price, so you don't need to buy one if you're chartering a boat.

Do you need a license to fish in Lanzarote?

Yes, a fishing license is required to fish in Lanzarote. Fishing without a license can result in fines and penalties. The license can be obtained from the local authorities, such as the Cabildo de Lanzarote or in the local tackle shop. You can buy one on-line on the official website of the Gobierno de Canarias.

Depending on the charter fishing boat and on the duration of your fishing tour, you’ll pay more or less for the tour. The price for a shared half day trip in Lanzarote is 85€ per person, usually these trips are from 09 am to 1 pm. A half day 4-hour private charter costs €450 in Orzola, while an 8 hour private trip will cost you €1000.

What does the price include?

The price usually includes the captain, fishing tackle, fuel, bait & lures, drinks and licenses. Most charters also include a small sandwich; feel free to bring extra food if you want.

Some fishing charters also offer (free) pick-up and transportation from and to the hotel. The transportation service is only for hotels and B&B relatively close to the port.

Once you’ve made a booking, the captain will contact you to arrange the meeting point and the departure time. Also, we recommend you contact the captain a couple of days before the tour to confirm the weather forecast.