Popping

Pop fishing or "popping" is one of the most exciting ways to fish as you can witness all the action close to the surface of the water.

This style of fishing involves dragging a lure known as a popper across the surface of the water with a short sharp retrieving action. The lure slaps against the water creating a popping sound and fires up nearby fish.

Popping

Equipment required for Popping

To target fish using the popping technique you will require a rod that has the ability to cast long distances, a reel that can retrieve the popper with speed and standard line to suit your fishing environment.

The lure used is known as a popper, as thanks to its unique shape at the front of the lure, it is able to create a unique and enticing sound for nearby fish.

Species to target when Popping

There are a lot of species to target: Pike, Black Bass, GT, Dentex, Bluefish, Kingfish, Tuna, Saratoga, Barramundi, Striped Bass and any fish species that are often found close to the top of the water surface.

Best Places to try Popping

Any area that has either rock structure, a wreck close to the surface or a reef environment is great for using a popper lure to target fish species.

Locations such as New Zealand, Australia, Fiji, United States, Zanzibar and Papua New Guinea are great areas. 

Best Popping Fishing Charters

Aqua Adventure I

Puerto Armuelles, Panama (Panama)

32,81 ft 32,81 ft 4
From 1899€
Deposit non-refundable

Expense

Paitilla, Panama (Panama)

26,25 ft 26,25 ft 5
From 949€
Deposit non-refundable

Chasing Blue

L'Hospitalet de l'Infant, Tarragona (Spain)

25,00 ft 25,00 ft 5
From 1350€
Deposit non-refundable

Wahoo 1

San Sebastian (Donostia), San Sebastián (Spain)

37,73 ft 37,73 ft 10
From 845€
Deposit non-refundable

Mucho Fisho

Quepos (Costa Rica)

26,25 ft 26,25 ft 4
From 427€
Deposit non-refundable

Coiba's Spirit

Montijo, Panama (Panama)

25,00 ft 25,00 ft 4
From 332€
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice

Zizal

Dubai

39,00 ft 39,00 ft 12
From 438€
Deposit non-refundable

Outcast

Ga. Maamendhoo, Maldives

24,93 ft 24,93 ft 6
From 1139€
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice

Maverick Sea

Port de Sóller, Mallorca (Spain)

45,28 ft 45,28 ft 12
From 895€
Deposit non-refundable