Black marlin fishing

Black marlin (Istiompax indica) are slightly larger than blue marlin. They can reach a length of 4.5m and weigh more than 750kg. They belong to the family of billfishes: marlin, swordfish and imperial marlin.

This fantastic fighter feeds mainly on fish, octopus and squid. It is usually caught trolling offshore, using artificial lures or natural bait (bonito, mackerel...).

Top Black marlin Fishing destinations

Black marlin inhabit the tropical oceans: Indian Ocean and Pacific Ocean. They prefer temperatures between 15 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Fishing in Cairns, Australia, Kona, Hawaii, Madeira, Portugal, Cabo San Lucas (Mexico), Panama and Costa Rica.

How to fish Black marlin

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Can you eat Black marlin?

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Regulations for fishing Black marlin

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Species similar to Black marlin

The best fishing charters for Black marlin

Renatalia

Renatalia

San José Del Cabo, San José del Cabo

37,89 ft 37,89 ft 5
From US$440
Non-refundable deposit
High Risk

High Risk

Cabo San Lucas

33,00 ft 33,00 ft 6
From US$899
Non-refundable deposit
Paille en Queue 2

Paille en Queue 2

Grand Baie, Mauritius Island

50,00 ft 50,00 ft 6
From US$743
FREE cancellation with 3 days notice
Scorpion

Scorpion

Ponta Delgada, Azores

39,37 ft 39,37 ft 8
From US$2116
Non-refundable deposit
Dr Pescado 1

Dr Pescado 1

Cabo San Lucas

21,00 ft 21,00 ft 4
From US$300
Non-refundable deposit
Gaelle

Gaelle

Nosy Iranja, Madagascar

26,25 ft 26,25 ft 3
From US$615
Non-refundable deposit
CSF-2

CSF-2

Cancun

26,00 ft 26,00 ft 5
From US$440
FREE cancellation with 3 days notice
Bluefin Tuna

Bluefin Tuna

Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, Mexico

25,10 ft 25,10 ft 4
From US$569
Non-refundable deposit
Top End Sportfishing

Top End Sportfishing

Darwin, Australia

30,00 ft 30,00 ft 6
From US$970
Non-refundable deposit