Mandrake Fishing Charters
Mandrake Fishing Charters
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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Reviews (19)
Daniel Carlton4.7VerifiedNewBeautiful day on the water, oh and successful.
Blue Marlin Offshore - Full Day on September 25, 2026 • 2 adultsDid not disappoint. Caught plenty of fish. Mahi and Marlin.
Mike Good5.0VerifiedAmazing day with Mandrake charters!
Game Fishing (Mahi-Skypjack-Marlin) on August 14, 2024 • 2 adultsHad 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
Lukas Pauliuscenko5.0VerifiedIncredible fishing
Blue & White Marlin - Full day on August 19, 2025 • 3 adults • 2 childrenWhat 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!
- Benedek SperkaRepeat angler5.0Verified
Mahi mahi and marlin fishing
Game Fishing (Mahi-Skypjack-Marlin) on September 6, 2024 • 2 adultsThe crew was awesome and very helpful, i caught one of my dream fish (mahi mahi)! We couldnt catch any marlin what we really wanted, but the crew tried everything to catch one, so i am really grateful for all of them! Hope next year i can come back for that marlin and with a bigger dream to catch a real monster tuna! Thanks again guys be strong and healthy!!!
Ethan Taylor5.0VerifiedAmazing team!
Game Fishing (Mahi-Skypjack-Marlin) on August 26, 2024 • 4 adults • 2 childrenThe mandrake Captain and crew were amazing people and amazing fisherman. Their skill, their knowledge and their passion combined with friendliness and helpfulness made for an amazing day. My son and myself had a fishing day of a lifetime and hope we can visit again soon.
Kernprojekt Inrichting B.v. Eugene Groen5.0VerifiedAmazing day at sea!
Game Fishing (Mahi-Skypjack-Marlin) on August 10, 2024 • 2 adultsWorthwhile joining this trip. Relaxed, learned a lot about fishing at sea. Catch a lot of fish like tuna, makreel, etc. During the trip we saw hammershark, dolphins, flying fishes. Amazing trip!
Morten BersangRepeat angler3.7VerifiedTrip was changed.
Blue & White Marlin - Full day on September 10, 2024 • 2 adultsOriginaly I booked a trip called Big Game Fishing - duration 6 hrs. The local agent convinced me to book a trip called White Marlin Fishing - duration 8 hrs. We were fishing 8 hrs, but never more than 6 Miles from shore. The Crew spoke to me about High fuel prices. Anyways - no White Marlins sighted but We Saw some Mahi Mahi. Next time we’ll catch fish 🤞🎣
Mario FurgerRepeat angler4.7VerifiedGreat trip with a great crew
Blue Marlin Offshore - Full Day on September 7, 2022 • 2 adultsAfter being fishing in Panama an Mexico I wanted to try some european spot with my girlfriend for big game fishing. Organization and knowlegde were great. Even the conditions were not optimal they did not give up and the result was one white marlin in our boat. Super friendly crew. Especially the young „assistants“ were super experienced and we had super nice conversations!
Jan Steyaert5.0VerifiedFishing for white marlin
Game Fishing (Mahi-Skypjack-Marlin) on August 11, 2022 • 4 adultsWe had an excellent experience and were so lucky to catch a white marlin. The captain and fisherman did their ultimate best to give us a beautiful day ! Thanks Jan and Karen Seppe and kamiel From Belgium
Larry StoneRepeat angler5.0VerifiedAugust fishing trip
Blue & White Marlin - Full day on August 9, 2023 • 6 adults • 1 child
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We set out to catch bluefin tuna, and the day started very promisingly. The conditions looked great until we encountered a pod of orcas that were clearly hunting tuna as well. Seeing them so close to the boat was an incredible experience in itself. Unfortunately, we didn’t catch any fish that day, but the captain and crew were fantastic and took great care of us throughout the trip. Bruno, the captain, is incredibly knowledgeable and experienced, and he was happy to share his insights about fishing and marine life along the Algarve coastline. He never gave up and kept working hard until the very end, constantly searching for fish. Overall, it was a fantastic day on the water, and we’ll definitely be back. Thanks again!
yes... those Orcas toke our fish away.... but we Will go back and get you a Giant Bluefin, just keep training the weigths innthe Gym...and wait for my call.... thanks for everything... From out team.. all the best and see you soon
Did not disappoint. Caught plenty of fish. Mahi and Marlin.
thanks Daniel... was a perfect day... lots of Mahi.. you did managebto Hook your self some Mahi.... and The Marlin did not desapointed .... fun fun fun..... see you Next time....
Wir waren zwei Tage draußen haben dabei einen großen Marlin gefangen. Die Crew war wirklich top.
thanks... wr were thrilld to give you this amazing fish.... it was a Nice air show.. Blue Marlin out of your bucket list, now to get a Nice white Marlin with light tackle... and the the Giant Bluefin tuna.... thanks and see you Next time...
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
Thanks... It has been some awesome Fishing Days here with us..... Always welcome to come fish with us....
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.
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 ...
FAQs about Mandrake Fishing Charters
- €950 per group - Game Fishing (Mahi-Skypjack-Marlin) (5 hours)
- €1,200 per group - Bluefin Tuna - Full Day (8 hours)
- €1,300 per group - Blue & White Marlin - Full day (8 hours)
- €1,600 per group - Blue Marlin Offshore - Full Day (10 hours)
- Toilet WC with showers, toilets and think
- Fighting chair Gibi Tournament
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Bed
- Flybridge
- Live bait well
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Outriggers Gibi 8m
- Ice box
- Radar
- Rods, reels & tackle (Penn, Shimano, Sunrise, Avet...)
- Live bait (Live bait os always better.. but dead bait is always fresh)
- Lures
- Snacks (Soft drink's and snacks are included...)
- Drinks (Water, soft drinks or beer)
- First mate (Tip is customary 10%)
- Fishing license (Portuguese Fishing licence)
- Lunch (Ligth lunch)
- Offshore fishing (From 5 to 45 miles out (we go were the fish is))
- Light tackle (For White Marlin and Game Fish)
- Heavy tackle (For Blue Marlin and Giant Bluefin)
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling (With Bait and teasers or Lures)
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Popping
- Fly fishing
- Deep sea fishing
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Little Tunny (False Albacore)
- Marlin (Blue)
- Marlin (White)
- Shark (Mako)
- Spearfish (Longbill)
- Spearfish (Shortbill)
- Tuna (Bigeye)
- Tuna (Bluefin)
- Tuna (Skipjack)
Your operator
Tavira, Faro District, Portugal
Take a trip with us, a 3 time Nacional big game champion team, with a captain who specializes in big game fishing, trolling and Bait & Switch. we have been targeting these predators since 2007, the begining of the Big Game fishing in Algarve and can show you how to catch them. But for sure we Will find them, fight them and release them....
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You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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.
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Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
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