Mandrake Fishing Charters 

4.6/5 (16 reviews)
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 Estrada das 4 Águas 103K, Tavira, FA 8800, Portugal

Mandrake Fishing Charters 

Tavira, FA, Portugal
35 ft
6
4.6/5 (16 reviews)

Mandrake is a big game fishing charter boat operated by Aquasares, with Captain Bruno Sares, and first mate Guilherme Mestre.
A 3 time Nacional Big Game fishing Champions and 2028, and 2 Times winning team of the Tavira Offshore Classic.
Their goal is to make sure their clients/friends get the unique experience of fighting a big fish, either Giant Bluefin Tuna, Big Blue Marlin, or the elusive White Marlin.

The boat is a very well restored Lurs 35' Tournament Flybridge, powered by twin 350HP Caterpillar engines, that cruise at 18kn and have a top velocity of 25kn. This sportfishing vessel has everything you need for a day on the water, and more. You'll find a galley, a private bathroom, a bed, and a fighting chair. Enjoy a spacious deck for your fishing battles.

The trip will take you anywhere from 5 to 15 miles off the coast, where you can target Bluefin Tuna, White Marlin, and all game fish. Eventually, you can set your sights on Blue Marlin and go 45 miles out to Picos Herminios, a seamount offshore that is a 'Pit Stop' for pelagic billfish, a total must when it comes to fishing grounds.

You'll be provided with top-quality equipment from Shimano, Sunrise, Avet, Penn, Fronteira lures, Mustad, Eagle Claw, Iland lures, Squid nation teasers, and others. Your fishing licenses are also covered, as well as soft drinks and light lunch. Feel free to bring your favorite snacks and drinks and don't forget your sun protection.

Mandrake Fishing Charters welcomes you aboard! Start your big game adventure here!

Mandrake is a big game fishing charter boat operated by Aquasares, with Captain Bruno Sares, and first mate Guilherme Mestre.
A 3 time Nacional Big Game fishing Champions and 2028, and 2 Times winning team of the Tavira Offshore Classic.
Their goal is to make sure their clients/friends get the unique experience of fighting a big fish, either Giant Bluefin Tuna, Big Blue Marlin, or the elusive White Marlin.

The boat is a very well restored Lurs 35' Tournament Flybridge, powered by twin 350HP Caterpillar engines, that cruise at 18kn and have a top velocity of 25kn. This sportfishing vessel has everything you need for a day on the water, and more. You'll find a galley, a private bathroom, a bed, and a fighting chair. Enjoy a spacious deck for your fishing battles.

The trip will take you anywhere from 5 to 15 miles off the coast, where you can target Bluefin Tuna, White Marlin, and all game fish. Eventually, you can set your sights on Blue Marlin and go 45 miles out to Picos Herminios, a seamount offshore that is a 'Pit Stop' for pelagic billfish, a total must when it comes to fishing grounds.

You'll be provided with top-quality equipment from Shimano, Sunrise, Avet, Penn, Fronteira lures, Mustad, Eagle Claw, Iland lures, Squid nation teasers, and others. Your fishing licenses are also covered, as well as soft drinks and light lunch. Feel free to bring your favorite snacks and drinks and don't forget your sun protection.

Mandrake Fishing Charters welcomes you aboard! Start your big game adventure here!

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Rating

4.6
16 reviews
4.5
Boat & equipment
4.7
Captain & crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

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Lukas Pauliuscenko
Lukas Pauliuscenko
lt
Lithuania
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Incredible fishing
Blue & White Marlin - Full day on August 19, 20251 adult2 children

What an incredible experience with the Mandrake Fishing team! The crew was professional, friendly, and made the whole trip unforgettable. We were lucky enough to catch 4 marlins – truly the adventure of a lifetime. Highly recommend to anyone looking for the ultimate fishing experience!

Reported catch:
Blue Marlin
White Marlin
Skipjack Tuna
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Response from Captain

Always very awesome to make the best memories.... Fishing days like this last a life time.... And the kids were the best...Will be great fisherman... Toke the higs seas as Big Man.... Congrats.... And see you Next time .

Bruno Wickert
Bruno Wickert
fr
France
Member since 2025
4.7
Verified
August fishing trip
Blue & White Marlin - Full day on August 13, 20252 adults

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Skipjack Tuna
Response from Captain

Thanks.... See you Next time and that fish appears....

Jonathan Powers
Jonathan Powers
Member since 2026
3.0
New
Full day with Captin Bruno
Bluefin Tuna - Full Day on June 18, 2026

First we booked with Bruno but he sent another captin and crew. The fish we're not bitting and that happens. I've been on a lot of fishing trips. But the crew didn't bother changing on thing on an 8 hour trip. The same lures, same speed, the same spot. We were marking fish and lots of bait fish in the area. I was unimpressed with there ability to adapt or try for a different species. We asked multiple times and they were uninterested. I would not recommend them.

Reported catch:
Bluefin Tuna
Response from Captain

hi.... i tried to manage all expectations for the beggining of each Seasson..... because this is fishing!! but just the Next days and all work out very good, same lures, same speed and seme marks, and also when the fisherman were loosing there hope.... BAAAAMMMMM....... DOUBLE STRIKE... Bluefin tuna.... And that is why we are the Champions, we stick to the plan, belive in the knoalage and the skills.... and there you have it.... fisrt fish of the Seasson, earlyer fish ever in the Seasson.... but we Will do better Next time .. thanks and see you Next time ...

Mike Good
Mike Good
ca
Port Elgin, ON, Canada
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Amazing day with Mandrake charters!
Game Fishing (Mahi-Skypjack-Marlin) on August 14, 20242 adults

Had an awesome experience with Mandrake Charters yesterday . Started out with non-stop action on Mahi a few miles out and after loading the box headed out 10-12 miles for White Marlin. After a couple hrs of fish just having a look at our teaser spread we found the feeding birds and had Two double hook ups in a row! We landed 3 of the 4 on the double ups and had multiple more strikes landing one more awesome fish estimated at 130lbs. Truly a dream trip out of Tariva , the crew comprised of family and friends on the Mandrake was a joy to spend the day with and i will never forget the experience of a lifetime . Regards, Mike Good

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
White Marlin
Response from Captain

Thanks... It has been some awesome Fishing Days here with us..... Always welcome to come fish with us....

Troy Gregory
Troy Gregory
us
California, US
Member since 2025
4.7
Verified
Giant tuna fishing
Bluefin Tuna - Full Day on June 16, 20251 adult

I showed up, knowing that I was about a month early to catch any tuna. My goal was to learn about the fishery and how the locals have learned to catch these giant tuna over the last seven years. Guillermo, my captain, was extremely knowledgeable and willing to share his local secrets. We had a great time and I learned a ton! I have a recommend mandrake fishing and Captain Guillermo.

Response from Captain

Now you know that we can provide with several figths on One day.... With Giant Bluefin... That show up every year like a clock... Neste time in July you Will have the figth of your life... Thanks and hope to see you again

Trip availability and prices

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Game Fishing (Mahi-Skypjack-Marlin)
5 hour trip starts at 8:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Aug 10 - Oct 31
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US $1,023
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Blue & White Marlin - Full day
8 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
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Jul 15 - Oct 31
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US $1,364
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Bluefin Tuna - Full Day
8 hour trip starts at 8:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 10 - Aug 15
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US $1,364
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Blue Marlin Offshore - Full Day
10 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 15 - Oct 31
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US $1,648
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

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Rating

4.6
16 reviews
4.5
Boat & equipment
4.7
Captain & crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (44)

All reviews (16)

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Showing 15 of 16 reviews
Lukas Pauliuscenko
Lukas Pauliuscenko
lt
Lithuania
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Incredible fishing
Blue & White Marlin - Full day on August 19, 20251 adult2 children

What an incredible experience with the Mandrake Fishing team! The crew was professional, friendly, and made the whole trip unforgettable. We were lucky enough to catch 4 marlins – truly the adventure of a lifetime. Highly recommend to anyone looking for the ultimate fishing experience!

Reported catch:
Blue Marlin
White Marlin
Skipjack Tuna
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Response from Captain

Always very awesome to make the best memories.... Fishing days like this last a life time.... And the kids were the best...Will be great fisherman... Toke the higs seas as Big Man.... Congrats.... And see you Next time .

Bruno Wickert
Bruno Wickert
fr
France
Member since 2025
4.7
Verified
August fishing trip
Blue & White Marlin - Full day on August 13, 20252 adults

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Skipjack Tuna
Response from Captain

Thanks.... See you Next time and that fish appears....

Jonathan Powers
Jonathan Powers
Member since 2026
3.0
New
Full day with Captin Bruno
Bluefin Tuna - Full Day on June 18, 2026

First we booked with Bruno but he sent another captin and crew. The fish we're not bitting and that happens. I've been on a lot of fishing trips. But the crew didn't bother changing on thing on an 8 hour trip. The same lures, same speed, the same spot. We were marking fish and lots of bait fish in the area. I was unimpressed with there ability to adapt or try for a different species. We asked multiple times and they were uninterested. I would not recommend them.

Reported catch:
Bluefin Tuna
Response from Captain

hi.... i tried to manage all expectations for the beggining of each Seasson..... because this is fishing!! but just the Next days and all work out very good, same lures, same speed and seme marks, and also when the fisherman were loosing there hope.... BAAAAMMMMM....... DOUBLE STRIKE... Bluefin tuna.... And that is why we are the Champions, we stick to the plan, belive in the knoalage and the skills.... and there you have it.... fisrt fish of the Seasson, earlyer fish ever in the Seasson.... but we Will do better Next time .. thanks and see you Next time ...

Mike Good
Mike Good
ca
Port Elgin, ON, Canada
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Amazing day with Mandrake charters!
Game Fishing (Mahi-Skypjack-Marlin) on August 14, 20242 adults

Had an awesome experience with Mandrake Charters yesterday . Started out with non-stop action on Mahi a few miles out and after loading the box headed out 10-12 miles for White Marlin. After a couple hrs of fish just having a look at our teaser spread we found the feeding birds and had Two double hook ups in a row! We landed 3 of the 4 on the double ups and had multiple more strikes landing one more awesome fish estimated at 130lbs. Truly a dream trip out of Tariva , the crew comprised of family and friends on the Mandrake was a joy to spend the day with and i will never forget the experience of a lifetime . Regards, Mike Good

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
White Marlin
Response from Captain

Thanks... It has been some awesome Fishing Days here with us..... Always welcome to come fish with us....

Troy Gregory
Troy Gregory
us
California, US
Member since 2025
4.7
Verified
Giant tuna fishing
Bluefin Tuna - Full Day on June 16, 20251 adult

I showed up, knowing that I was about a month early to catch any tuna. My goal was to learn about the fishery and how the locals have learned to catch these giant tuna over the last seven years. Guillermo, my captain, was extremely knowledgeable and willing to share his local secrets. We had a great time and I learned a ton! I have a recommend mandrake fishing and Captain Guillermo.

Response from Captain

Now you know that we can provide with several figths on One day.... With Giant Bluefin... That show up every year like a clock... Neste time in July you Will have the figth of your life... Thanks and hope to see you again

FAQs about Mandrake Fishing Charters

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
35 ft
Year built
2002
Restored in
2019
Boat manufacturer
Lurs
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Caterpilar
Powered by
2 x 350HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots
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