Sailfish fishing
The sailfish (Istiophorus) is one of the most desired species in the sport fishing world. Often described as the fastest fish in the sea, the sailfish can weigh up to 90kg and measure 3 meters in length.
Known for its distinctive dorsal fin, this species inhabits the tropical and subtropical waters of the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian Oceans. They prefer the high seas and deep reefs. It can usually be observed at the surface, where they seek warmer waters.
Fishing is trolling with lures or natural bait (bonito, mackerel...). Fly fishing is perhaps the most spectacular way to catch them. Once it has bitten, it usually starts a fast and frantic fight with many spectacular jumps.
Top Sailfish Fishing destinations
Sailfish live in the warm and temperate waters of the Atlantic Ocean, Pacific Ocean, Indian Ocean, but not in the Mediterranean. The best fishing destinations for sailfish are Mexico, Florida, North Carolina, California, Costa Rica, Panama, Guatemala, Dominican Republic, Brazil, Senegal, Maldives, Seychelles (Farquhar Atoll), Madagascar, India, Sri Lanka and Australia among others.
Species similar to Sailfish
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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.
MORE INFO >Black marlin
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The Blue Marlin(Makaira nigricans) is probably the most iconic species for sport Anglers. This fantastic fighter feeds mainly on fish, octopus and squid. It is usually caught trolling offshore, using artificial lures or natural bait (bonito, mackerel...).
MORE INFO >Blue Marlin
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Also known as llampuga(Coryphaena hippurus), the dorado has its very peculiar shape with its flattened head, a long dorsal fin and its vivid colors ranging from dark blue and green on the top and yellow on the sides.
MORE INFO >Dorado
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The imperial marlin (Tetrapturus) is a generic name for several subspecies. This billfish inhabits the tropical and subtropical waters of the Atlantic, Pacific, Indian and Mediterranean Oceans. They can reach almost 2 meters in length.
MORE INFO >Imperial marlin
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The striped marlin(Kajikia audax) is the smaller brother of the blue marlin and is characterized by light blue vertical stripes. It can weigh up to 180kg and measure more than 4 meters. Highly sought after for sport fishing, it inhabits the temperate and tropical waters of the Pacific and Indian Oceans.
MORE INFO >Striped marlin
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The swordfish (Xiphias gladius) is probably the most desired species in the world. It lives in tropical and subtropical waters of the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian Oceans, and also in the Mediterranean Sea. Swordfish can be more than 3 meters long and weigh more than 600 kg.
MORE INFO >Swordfish
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The white marlin(Kajikia albida) is a beautiful fish that can be caught offshore in temperate and tropical waters. This fantastic electric blue fighter feeds mainly on fish, octopus and squid. It is usually caught trolling offshore, using artificial lures or natural bait (bonito, mackerel...).
MORE INFO >White Marlin
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The best fishing charters for Sailfish
