Rock & Reel Land Based Fishing Adventures

If you’re up for some fishing off the coast of Portugal, Rock & Reel has got you covered! Guide Cristian Pérez will take you along the fisherman’s track of Costa Vicentine Natural Park, where you’ll enjoy fishing on foot with some incredible coastline views.

Getting to the fishing spots can take up to 20 minutes, and then the real adventure starts! Capt. Cristian was born into a fishermen family, and he’s spent his entire life on the water, so you can be sure of his ability to make your trip as fun and productive as possible.

You’ll use mostly Daiwa rods and reels. Your main target will be Sargo (White Seabream), but you’ll also come across Gilt-head and European Seabass as well. You’ll be sight fishing, and the crew will introduce you to the traditional fishing techniques used in the Algarve.

If you’re keen on tasting your catch, you can take it home with you. If you want to learn how to clean, process, and cook your fish, the crew will be happy to teach you and share their recipes with you. It is time to make yourself comfortable on the beach, take a little break, and share your amazing experience! The fishing license will be taken care of by the crew.

Kids older than 10 are welcome to come on this adventure if you’d like to make some amazing memories with them. They can enjoy some of the most beautiful natural views while learning how to fish in these pristine, rich waters.

The crew will provide coolers, and you’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks to stay energized. Make sure to wear rain gear and waterproof shoes in the fall and winter, and bring some sun protection in the warmer months, so that you can fully enjoy your trip.

Join Rock & Reel, get out of your comfort zone, and go on a new adventure in one of the last wild fishing paradises in Europe!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Shared trip
    Rock Fishing Half Day – Shared
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 10:00 AM
    US $190
    Come on this trip and share the cost with a few friends. Explore the pristine waters of Portugal, and experience some productive fishing. You'll be fishing from the beach, rocks, or cliffs, and testing your skills against species like Sargo, Seabream, and Seabass. The crew will provide all the fishing equipment, just bring some food, drinks, and sunscreen, and get excited about this new fishing adventure!
  • Shared trip
    Island Adventure Half Day – Shared
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 10:00 AM
    US $256
    Are you ready for a proper adventure? Swim to pristine islands, fish your own dinner, explore the deep pools full of marine life, enjoy the stunning scenery, and realize that it wasn't a dream! Up to 5 Adventurers 5 hours Includes equipment Includes fishing license. Included fishing tackle, fishing licence, bait and guiding. It does not include a wetsuit.
  • Private trip
    Rock Fishing Half Day – Private
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 10:00 AM
    US $475
    This is a private trip that'll have you spending 4 hours fishing the inshore waters off the coast of Portugal. You'll be fishing from the beach, rocks, or cliffs. Your main targets will be Sargo, Seabream, and Seabass. All the fishing gear will be provided by your guide, just pack some food, drinks, and sunscreen, and you're ready to explore the beautiful Portuguese nature!
  • Private trip
    Island Adventure Half Day – Private
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 10:00 AM
    US $533
    Are you ready for a proper adventure? Swim to pristine islands, fish your own dinner, explore the deep pools full of marine life, enjoy the stunning scenery, and realize that it wasn't a dream! Up to 5 Adventurers 5 hours Includes equipment Includes fishing license. It doesn't include a wetsuit.
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FAQs about Rock & Reel Land Based Fishing Adventures

Rock & Reel Land Based Fishing Adventures offers the following trips to customers:
  • €89 per person - Rock Fishing Half Day – Shared (4 hours)
  • €120 per person - Island Adventure Half Day – Shared (4 hours)
  • €445 per group - Rock Fishing Half Day – Private (4 hours)
  • €500 per group - Island Adventure Half Day – Private (4 hours)

When you book a trip with Rock & Reel Land Based Fishing Adventures, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS Sat phone
  • Ice Box Coolers

Trips booked with Rock & Reel Land Based Fishing Adventures include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Mostly Daiwa)
  • Fishing License

Rock & Reel Land Based Fishing Adventures offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing

Rock & Reel Land Based Fishing Adventures offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing (Traditional)

Top targeted fish species with Rock & Reel Land Based Fishing Adventures include:
  • Scup (Porgy)
  • Seabass (European)

Meet the Captain

Cristian Pérez
Aljezur, Faro District, Portugal
ID & license verified
18 Customer reviews
Response time 2 hours
Member since November 2019
I was born in a rock fisherman family, where I learned about the sea and how to respect it. My grandpa taught me the old fishing tricks. My passion for anything happening in the seashore kept me searching and learning during the last 35 years. You can find me rock fishing, picking seafood, surfing, snorkeling, cooking my catch in front of the sea or even better sharing all of this with friends. My fishing partner got intensely into fishing all over Australia. From then on she never left a country behind on her travels without trying to catch a fish. We have been fishing on 5 continents but finally decided to stay in the Costa Vicentina Natural Park. It's one of the last wild fisheries in Europe, where you can enjoy a pristine fishing spot just by yourself.

About this listing

Targeted species

Scup (Porgy) Scup (Porgy)
Seabass (European) European Seabass

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Reef Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Traditional

Amenities

GPS
Sat phone
Ice Box
Coolers

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Mostly Daiwa
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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
Ages 10 and up
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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
PayPal
Bank Transfer

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 18 reviews
Equipment
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Appropriate for children
67%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
88%
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Sascha K.
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Best fishing experience ever

VERIFIED   Rock Fishing Half Day – Shared on February 1, 2024
And captain Cristian is the best guide I’ve ever went on a fishing trip with. He picked an awesome location, patiently showed...
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Tom M.
Rinchoa, Portugal
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Most incredible fishing experience!

VERIFIED   Rock Fishing Half Day – Shared on August 24, 2023
What an incredible day! Cristian took us to a beautiful rock island just offshore. He took time to explain all the proper techniques...
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SERGEI I.
Porches, Portugal
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Fishing with Cristian

VERIFIED   Island Adventure Half Day – Shared on July 25, 2023
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David W.
United Kingdom
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Rick Fishing Experience

VERIFIED   Rock Fishing Half Day – Shared on September 16, 2022
Rock fishing with Cristian and Marzena was a wonderful experience. We travelled to a truly beautiful stretch of coastline and...
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Half day trip of rock fishing

VERIFIED   Rock Fishing Half Day – Shared on June 8, 2022
The trip started out with a walk to the fishing spot. Cristian took us through impressive scenery so that just the arrival...
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