Fishing in Fuerteventura

You don't have to go far to find the 1000 m depth and in the west of the island there are areas with up to 3700 m of water ideal for Fishing in Fuerteventura.

The island of Fuerteventura, like Lanzarote or El Hierro for example, has not been subjected to urban and tourist exploitation as Gran Canaria and Tenerife. Like all the islands of the Canary archipelago, Fuerteventura emerged from the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean by lava emissions millions of years ago. Geographically speaking, the island has an irregular relief both on the island and under the sea surface.

Fuerteventura Fishing Trip

Its privileged geographical location, its subtropical climate and ocean currents make Fishing in Fuerteventura has abundant marine life in its waters. There are a large number of sedentary species that are fished all year round, such as Grouper, Sierra (Bonito), Silverside (Anjova or Tallahams), Bicua (Barracuda), Medregal (Lemon fish, Amberjack) etc.. But it is also a passage zone for many migratory fish. In January, February the Tuna arrive such as Big Eye (Big Eye), Barrilete (Thunnus Alalunga) until March, April and at the end of June the Samas and the big Medregal begin to appear. Whether you practice spinning, jigging, coastal trolling, bottom fishing or deep sea fishing. The Fishing possibilities in Fuerteventura are immense and so are the possibilities for very good fishing.

Jigging in Fuerteventura

The rocky bottoms with some sandy areas, are a real luxury for jigging fans. Wherever you go, there are pebbles, rocks and wrecks that are a real oasis for jigging because they attract lots of fish. During the whole Season you can practice this vertical Fishing and you can catch Bonitos, Sierras, Groupers, Wahoo, Amberjack, Amberjacks, Barracudas, Samas, Dentex, etc. Of course, you must be able to count on a good Fishing charter and a good Guide who knows the area and has his marks. When jig fishing in Fuerteventura, it is important to know the tides and currents, you must know where to drop the jig, what time of day, what kind of jig to use, etc.. Otherwise, the chances of catching something are greatly reduced.

Light trolling in Fuerteventura

Fishing light trolling with 20 - 30 pound rigs and small lures you can spend unforgettable fishing sessions in Fuerteventura. Depending on the season you can catch different Species such as Sierra, Snapper, Wahoo, Bonito, Barracuda, Sama, Amberjack, Bluefish, Tuna (Red and Yellowfin), Dorado, etc.

Big Game Fishing in Fuerteventura

Fishing in Fuerteventura is ideal for deep sea fishing because, as we have indicated above, there are important depths just a short distance from the coasts. This means that, as soon as you leave the port, you can start fishing (in the Mediterranean you often have to sail for more than an hour to reach the high seas).

Blue Marlin, king of deep sea fishing, white marlin, dorado (Llampuga) and different types of tropical tunas visit the waters of Fuerteventura from June to the end of October. Fishing in Fuerteventura for Bluefin Tuna is during autumn and winter as this species approaches these waters at this time.

Gran Tarajal International Big Game Fishing Open

Every year, usually in September, is held in the port of Gran Tarajal the International Big Game Fishing Tournament. This event attracts Anglers from around the world is an event that takes part in a large number of boats and that makes this fishing competition in Fuerteventura in one of the most crowded of all those held in the Canary Islands. Fishing with natural bait you can also fish for example the Hammerhead Shark.

One of the best areas for shark fishing is perhaps an area called Bajo de Amanai, where the seabed rises from hundreds of meters deep to as little as 17 meters. Normally you can't fish here due to adverse weather conditions; it's about 20 miles from Fuerteventura and the wind and heavy swell make it an inhospitable place for much of the year. September and October are good months to go fishing in Fuerteventura.

Autumn and winter

Fishing in Fuerteventura during autumn and winter is practiced anchored or drifting. Fishing is also done bottom fishing. Fishing with natural bait we fish all kind of rockfish, big skate and half waters Sierra (it is the Canarian name for Atlantic Bonito, in Latin Sarda Sarda). With live bait (Mackerel, Choco or Squid for example) you can fish Medregal (Serviola), Sama.

In winter we usually catch bluefin tuna, big eye tuna and albacore. They are fished by trolling with big bonito lures or with natural bait. Tuna can also be drift fished with natural bait.

Spring and summer

Fishing in Fuerteventura from spring onwards a warmer water current arrives from the south to the Canary Islands. This current arrives first to La Gomera and then reaches the other islands of the archipelago. Consigo brings abundant nutrients for small fish such as mackerel, sardines, sardines, sardines, etc.. At the same time the preferred food for wahoo, albacore, skipjack tuna, bonito, white marlin and especially blue marlin. The "picudos" visit the island from July to November, although the best months for Marlin Fishing in Fuerteventura are the months of September and October.

At this time of the year almost all the Boats are trolling: at a speed of about 6-8 knots all kinds of artificial lures such as Octopus or Squid made of rubber or feather are dragged. Fishing is done on the surface and the lures usually come out of the water, creating a bubble trail that attracts predators even more.

The vast majority of Anglers practice responsible fishing: once they have enjoyed the fight with an animal that can weigh more than 1000 pounds (almost 500 kg), it is released again safe and sound.

Apart from fishing in Fuerteventura, you can also enjoy the area by biking or mountain biking, wine tasting, snorkeling or diving, sailing, windsurfing and kitesurfing at Sotavento beach from the René Egli center or at Glass beach in Corralejo, surfing in Cotillo, walking and hiking, and much much more.

Discover the local customs and food in the hundreds of bars and restaurants in the area.

Fishing in Fuerteventura requires a fishing license. Remember that Fishing charters usually already have a collective fishing license so you don't need to buy one if you are hiring a Boat.

Depending on the Boat and the Duration of your Fishing trip, you will pay more or less for the trip. The Price for a 6 hours Fishing trip in Fuerteventura on a shared Boat is 70€-90€ per person.

A half day trip with a private charter is 600€, while an 8 hours Fishing trip will cost you around 900€.

What is included in the Price?

The Price usually includes the Captain, fishing tackle, fuel, bait and lures, drinks and licenses. A small sandwich is usually offered as well. If you want you can bring your own food as well.

Once you have made your Booking, the Captain will contact you to arrange the meeting point and time of departure. In addition, we recommend that you contact the Captain a couple of days before the excursion to confirm the weather forecast.