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Wish and Fish 

5.0/5 (3 reviews)
 Marina De Albufeira, Albufeira, FA 8201-918, Portugal
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Wish and Fish is a family owned business, run by Captain Saúl Cruz, a 3rd-generation fisherman. He started fishing with his father and grandfather when he was 4 and he never stopped. He loves meeting new people, helping them to catch fish, and giving his best for them to have an amazing day on the water.

On this adventure, you’ll board a 45’ custom built boat that’s licensed for 12 guests. It’s a state-of-the-art vessel, which has every conceivable sport and gamefishing option fitted. The boat is spacious and comfortable, offering a lot of shade, seating, bathroom facilities, and at the back it also has a ramp and access for a wheelchair.

Reef fishing trips are the best option for a family trip, especially if you have little kids. You’ll target a variety of local fish, such as Dentex, Grouper, Seabream, Common Pandora, and many more. Shark Fishing can be outstanding off the Algarve coast. Blue Sharks are by far the most targeted but you can also catch Mako Sharks. Big game fishing promises a full day of action. You’ll have an opportunity to catch Blue Marlin, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, and more.

Note that some fish have to be released, such as Sharks and most of the offshore species. You can keep the rest of your catch or let the captain donate it to charity.

The captain will provide your rods, reels, lures, and live bait. Fishing licenses are not included and they cost €5 per person. You can purchase them at the marina, right before the trip, so bring your ID as well. Feel free to bring any food and drinks you like and you can also purchase drinks at the bar on board.

Let Wish and Fish show you the beauties of the Algarve coast and let them create an astonishing day for you!

Saúl Cruz

Captain

Saúl Cruz

42 years of experience
 responds within an hour

Highlights

 Live Bait
 You Keep Catch
 Toilet
 Child Friendly
 Rods, reels & tackle
 Fighting Chair

Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 3 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (3)

60th birthday fishing trip
60th birthday fishing trip
Great fishing trip - Definitely recommend!

Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

100%

Caught fish

100%

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Christine F.
Christine F.

United Kingdom

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

60th birthday fishing trip

VERIFIED

3 Hour Reef Trip on June 1, 2021

Family trip -12 people of mixed ages had a fantastic time reef fishing. We managed to catch a wide range of fish from mackerel to scorpion fish to squid! Alberto and Saúl were very friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend.

Family trip -12 people of mixed ages had a fantastic time reef fishing. We managed to catch a wide range of fish from mackerel to scorpion fish to squid! Alberto and Saúl were very friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend.  

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 Christine F. recommends Wish and Fish
2 persons find this review helpful

Helen R.
Helen R.

Tavira, Portugal

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing with Saúl

VERIFIED

3 Hour Reef Trip on June 8, 2021

 

 Helen R. recommends Wish and Fish
7 persons find this review helpful

Peter C.
Peter C.

Albufeira, Portugal

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great fishing trip - Definitely recommend!

VERIFIED

3 Hour Reef Trip on July 17, 2019

Had never fished before but the crew were friendly, helpful and experienced, and we were all catching fish very quickly, was great fun - would definitely recommend!

Had never fished before but the crew were friendly, helpful and experienced, and we were all catching fish very quickly, was great fun - would definitely recommend!  

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 Peter C. recommends Wish and Fish
4 persons find this review helpful

FAQs about Wish and Fish

What are the trip rates for Wish and Fish?

Wish and Fish offers the following trips to customers:

  • €500 per group - 3 Hour Reef Trip (3 hours)
  • €600 per group - 4 Hour Reef Trip (4 hours)
  • €700 per group - Shark Trip (5 hours)
  • €1,350 per group - Light Game Trip (6 hours)
  • €1,550 per group - Big Game Trip (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Wish and Fish?

When you book a trip with Wish and Fish, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • Toilet Private
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Outriggers
  • Radar
What's included in the trip price with Wish and Fish?

Trips booked with Wish and Fish include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle (Shimano, Precision rods)
  • Live Bait (Shrimp)
  • Lures
  • First Mate (Tips are appreciated)
What types of fishing does Wish and Fish offer?

Wish and Fish offers the following types of fishing:

  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
What fishing techniques does Wish and Fish offer?

Wish and Fish offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Heavy Tackle
  • Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Wish and Fish?

Top targeted fish species with Wish and Fish include:

  • Common Pandora
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Gilt-head (Seabream)
  • Grouper (Dusky)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Shark (Blue)
  • Shark (Mako)
  • Tuna (Bluefin)

Meet your captain

Saúl Cruz

Albufeira, Faro District, Portugal

3 Customer reviews
Member since May 2019

Captain Saúl comes from a family of fishermen. He has been fishing on the water all his life. Saúl had a different company before, but he decided to pursue this dream instead, and devote his time and energy into fishing. He enjoys teaching customers all about the sport, so families and kids are more than welcome. The best part of the job would be meeting new people and helping them make amazing memories. Wish and Fish is a family run business, and they deeply care for their customers and safety.

Fish you can target

Common Pandora
Common Pandora
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gilt-head (Seabream)
Gilt-head (Seabream)
Dusky Grouper
Dusky Grouper
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Blue Shark
Blue Shark
Mako Shark
Mako Shark
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna

Your boat

Boat Image
Boat category
Headboats
Capacity
12 persons
Boat length
45 ft
Year built
2001
Boat manufacturer
Custom Built
Boat type
Headboat

Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
1 x 430HP

Where you can fish

Nearshore Fishing

Offshore Fishing

Reef Fishing

How you can fish

Heavy Tackle

Deep Sea Fishing

What's on board

Toilet

Private

Fighting Chair

GPS

Fishfinder

Flybridge

Outriggers

Radar

Included in the price

Rods, reels & tackle

Shimano, Precision rods

Live Bait

Shrimp

Lures

First Mate

Tips are appreciated

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child Friendly

Min. age is 3 for reef fishing; 7+ for other trips

You Keep Catch

Catch and Release Allowed

Catch and Release Mandatory

Sharks, Billfish, offshore fish

Disabled Accessible

How to pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

 Cash

 Bank Transfer

What’s biting in Albufeira right now

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gilt-head (Seabream)Gilt-head (Seabream)
Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
Shark (Blue)Shark (Blue)
Shark (Mako)Shark (Mako)
Tuna (Bluefin)Tuna (Bluefin)
2 people are looking at this charter.