Rodman 1100
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36,09 ft
Cascais, Portugal (PT)
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Fishing in Portugal
Continental Portugal has a 943 km coast line, no wonder fishing in Portugal is very popular. The bottom of the Atlantic Ocean is marked by deep submarine canyons. The ...
Read more..Continental Portugal has a 943 km coast line, no wonder fishing in Portugal is very popular. The bottom of the Atlantic Ocean is marked by deep submarine canyons. The landscapes alternate between rough cliffs and fine sand beaches. Magnificent beaches like Praia do Guincho near Lisbon are protected by impressive cliffs.
The Algarve is known for its tourist-friendly sand beaches. Up to 200 different species of fish can be found in these atlantic waters including 460kg (1000lb) marlin, tuna and other big predators.
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Wow! What an experinece! Those guys know how to fish! It was our first time fishing in the ocean and we all liked it a lot! Plus we got 10 fish, that we later grilled.
Thank you for your friendliness and greatness! Such a cool guys to spend hours in the ocean!
Thank you!
Kelly Nevolihhin
we had a great day ! we had bit unlucky weather that day but the guide was very nice and experienced and his brand new boat is fantastic ! we definately come back in september for a second run !
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Reef Fishing and Sea Fishing in Portugal
You can organize short fishing trips from ports like Cascais or Sesimbra if you want to go fishing in Lisbon, Portimao, Vilamoura or Tavira in Algarve, Sines in the Alentejo, Nazaré, etc.
Normally the fishing guides do bottom fishing or trolling along the coast. Wile bottom fishing you fish for sea bream, guilthead sea bream, sea bass, mackerel, conger eel, sole and other smaller fish with natural bait (octopus, squid, sardine, worms, etc). You can also catch bigger predators like the Dentex, grouper, amberjack and corvina with life bait.
Big Game Fishing in Portugal
Portugal is a premium Big Game Fishing country. Madeira and Azores are first class Blue Marlin destinations; but lets not forget that the bill fish and the tuna also visit the waters of the Algarve.
Situated at 45 nautical miles from Portimao (Algarve) the Picos Herminios are THE hotspot for large Blue Marlin, White Marlin, Swordfish, Tuna and shark. Compared to the Azores and Madeira, anglers believe that there's more Blue Marlin around the islands, but the marlin caught in Picos have a much higher average weight.
Top sport fishing species in Portugal
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Mahi Mahi (Coryphaena hippurus) are also commonly referred to as dorado, dolphin or dolphinfish. They are recognizable by their bluntly shaped heads, long dorsal fin and their bright colouring, dark blue and green on their dorsal side and yellow on their sides and underside.
MORE INFO >Dorado
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The Blue Marlin (Makaira nigricans) is probably the most wanted fish in the sport fishing world. The magnificent fighter usually feeds during day time on fish, octopuses and squids. Blue Marlin is mainly caught trolling with artificial lures or with dead bait (bonito, mackerel...).
MORE INFO >Blue Marlin
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The Bluefin Tuna (Thunnus thynnus) is a pelagic fish that can grow up to 500kg (1000lb). The biggest Bluefin Tuna ever caught was 780kg (1496lb). These great fighters can be caught trolling, jigging, casting or drifting; mainly off-shore.
MORE INFO >Bluefin Tuna
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The Albacore (Thunnus alalunga) has large eyes and long pectoral fins. This is why this species is also known as longfin tuna. The largest Albacore can reach up to 140 cm (4.6ft) and weigh up to 40 kg (90lb).
MORE INFO >Albacore
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The White Marlin (Kajikia albida) is a very nice predator which can be caught off shore in warmer waters. This powerful fighter usually feeds during day time on fish, octopuses and squids. They can be caught trolling with artificial lures or with dead bait (bonito, mackerel...).
MORE INFO >White Marlin
FISHING SEASON IN Portugal
The Blue Marlin fishing season starts towards the end of june, when the ocean starts to warm up. They stay till the end of october. White marlin stay till end of november. Blue fin tuna can be caught between april and august. Other great sportfish are albacore, dorado, spear fish, skipjack and amberjack. Blue sharks are the most common shark but you can also catch Mako and Hammerhead sharks. There are yearly marlin fishing tournaments run from Vilamoura marina and Tavira.
LEGISLATION / REGULATIONS
You need a fishing license to fish in fresh water and salt water. The fishing charters in Portugal normally have the fishing license included in the price, so you don't need to buy one if you're chartering a boat.
Other boats sell a daily fishing license for 5€ on board.
How much does it cost to rent a boat to fish in Portugal?
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 private 4 hour Portugal fishing trip is 350€. An 8 hour private trip will cost you 1200€.
What does the price include?
The price usually includes the captain, fishing tackle, fuel, bait & lures, taxes and fishing licenses. On every listing we indicate whether drinks and food are included.
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.
Key takeaways
| Avg Capacity: | 6 people |
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| Popular fishing techniques: | Jigging, Bottom Fishing, Tuna fishing |
| Average price: | $0 per day |
| Low season price: | $256 per day |
| High season price: | $2122 per day |
| Included: | Fishing tackle, Fishing License, Bait & lures |
Frequently asked questions about fishing in Portugal
According to our customers, some of the most popular fishing charters in Portugal are:
Rodman 1100
Seriole
Mare Nostrum I
Safio
Rodman 1100
Seriole
Mare Nostrum I
Safio
Depending on the boat, a fishing charter in Portugal can accommodate up to 12 passangers, although most charters are for 6 people.
Typically in a charter in Portugal, a fishing boat charter will include the use of the boat, Fishing tackle, Fishing License, Bait & lures. Some charters may also include Snacks and Drinks, while others may allow you to bring your own.
Renting a fishingboat in Portugal costs on average $152 per hour. Many factors influence the price of a boat charter, such as the duration of the trip (and distance to the fishing grounds), the size of the boat or the fishing technique. Prices can range from $171 for 4 hours and 4 people to $2122 for 12 hours and 5 people.
The types of fish you can catch on a fishing charter in Portugal will depend on the time of year. Some common fish species that can be caught in Portugal include: Bluefin Tuna, Blue Marlin, White Marlin, Albacore, Bigeye Tuna, Dorado.
In Portugal you can do a variety of fishing methods including Jigging, Bottom Fishing, Tuna fishing, Trolling, Marlin fishing, Deep sea fishing. Regulations and restrictions vary depending on the species.
