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South Cruise Adventures 

4.7
(9 reviews)
 Rua Gonçalo Velho, Povoacao, AC 9650-423, Portugal–
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South Cruise Adventures 

Povoacao, AC, Portugal
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24 ft
4
4.7
(9 reviews)
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*** before any booking send us a message for more details***

South Cruise Adventures is here to show you the stunning waters of Povoacao, and with Captain Miguel Braga at the helm, you'll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide.

These waters are known for Blackfin Tuna, Dogtooth Tuna, Red Grouper, Wahoo, Great Barracuda, Dolphin (Mahi Mahi), Amberjack, Gray Triggerfish, and more – with any luck, they'll make your reel scream.

During the trip you likely to be popping, trolling, jigging, and bottom fishing.

Families making of a day of it will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board.

You'll be casting lines from a 24' Pilothouse with room for 4 passengers. It comes with all the essentials no fishing trip can run without.
Capt. Miguel will provide rods and reels for you, as well as lures.

There's no need to buy a fishing license, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Have in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. If you don't know what to expect, feel free to ask the captain.

Some essentials to bring are sunglasses, bottled water, and sunblock (non-spray). There will be some drinks on offer, but let the captain know if you wish to bring your own. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. There will be some light snacks included on board as well.

Your trip with South Cruise Adventures is just a click away, so why not make it happen?

*** before any booking send us a message for more details***

South Cruise Adventures is here to show you the stunning waters of Povoacao, and with Captain Miguel Braga at the helm, you'll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide.

These waters are known for Blackfin Tuna, Dogtooth Tuna, Red Grouper, Wahoo, Great Barracuda, Dolphin (Mahi Mahi), Amberjack, Gray Triggerfish, and more – with any luck, they'll make your reel scream.

During the trip you likely to be popping, trolling, jigging, and bottom fishing.

Families making of a day of it will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board.

You'll be casting lines from a 24' Pilothouse with room for 4 passengers. It comes with all the essentials no fishing trip can run without.
Capt. Miguel will provide rods and reels for you, as well as lures.

There's no need to buy a fishing license, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Have in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. If you don't know what to expect, feel free to ask the captain.

Some essentials to bring are sunglasses, bottled water, and sunblock (non-spray). There will be some drinks on offer, but let the captain know if you wish to bring your own. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. There will be some light snacks included on board as well.

Your trip with South Cruise Adventures is just a click away, so why not make it happen?

Miguel Braga
Captain
Miguel Braga
responds within an hour
Popular features
Fishing license
You keep catch
Drinks
Toilet
Child friendly
Popular features
Fishing license
You keep catch
Drinks
Toilet
Child friendly

Select date to see availability

Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
SuMoTuWeThFrSa
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
4 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (AM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
Amberjack
Triggerfish (Gray)
Grouper (Dusky)
US $498
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip – Big Game (AM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Oct 15
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Tuna (Bluefin)
Tuna (Yellowfin)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
+3
US $752
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Catch and cook
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (7:30 AM, 2:30 PM)
Amberjack
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Wahoo
Triggerfish (Gray)
+3
US $752
Entire boat: up to 4 people
7 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (AM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
7 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
Amberjack
Seabream (Gilt-head)
Triggerfish (Gray)
Grouper (Dusky)
US $829
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hour Trip – Big Game (AM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Oct 15
Barracuda (Great)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Tuna (Bluefin)
Tuna (Yellowfin)
+5
US $1,106
Entire boat: up to 4 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

4.7
9 reviews
4.4
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

Reviews (9)

  • Anna Platonova
    Anna Platonova
    gb
    United Kingdom
    Member since 2025
    4.7
    Verified

    August fishing trip

    4 Hour Trip – Big Game (AM) on August 1, 2025 • 4 adults • 1 child
  • Angus Willis
    Angus Willis
    Repeat angler
    gb
    United Kingdom
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip

    Catch and cook on July 21, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    There were 2 adults and my grand kid who went out on the trip and Miguel (Captain) and Felipe were excellent. They made sure everyone enjoyed the trip and more importantly caught fish. When we got back to port, they cooked the fish we kept and to say it was delicious would be an understatement. Fresh fish and cooked to perfection. If you are planning on visiting the Azores, book this trip as these guys deserve to be supported. Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant.

  • Luca Maestroni
    Luca Maestroni
    it
    Italy
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    bellissima esperienza

    Catch and cook on August 4, 2026 • 4 adults

    il capitano ci ha portato a provare vari spot fino a trovare quelli in cui abbiamo pescato dei grouper e trigger fish. meravigliosa la grigliata con il pescato preparata sul molo di Povoação. i ragazzi dell’equipaggio competenti, disponibili e molto simpatici

  • Juraj Mráz
    Juraj Mráz
    sk
    Slovakia
    Member since 2023
    4.3
    Verified

    Trip around Povoacao

    4 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (AM) on March 9, 2026 • 1 adult

    The trip was ok. The captian and the crew was great. It was professional and technically equipped. We have strong drift but they did everithing for have good fishing .... thanks Juraj

  • Colin Kane
    Colin Kane
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Highly Recommend This Charter

    4 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (AM) on June 28, 2025 • 2 adults

    This was hands down my favorite fishing charter experience ever. Captain Miguel was incredible — knowledgeable, friendly, and made the whole trip feel relaxed and fun. The first mate was equally awesome, super helpful and great company throughout the day. We caught a ton of grouper and had some really good conversations along the way. Both Miguel and the first mate were genuinely kind and made sure everyone had a great time. If you’re looking for a top-notch fishing trip, this is the one. Can’t recommend it enough!

  • Tim Waldeck
    Tim Waldeck
    de
    Germany
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Miguel

    4 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (AM) on August 29, 2025 • 3 adults
  • Kryštof Doležel
    Kryštof Doležel
    cz
    Czechia
    Member since 2025
    4.7
    Verified

    August fishing trip

    4 Hour Trip – Big Game (AM) on August 16, 2025 • 1 adult
  • Mike Kodack
    Mike Kodack
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2024
    4.7
    Verified

    Great Trip

    4 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (AM) on September 7, 2024 • 3 adults

    Aggressive to find fish for us to catch. Always baited the hooks and took care of everything. Provided water and spoke English very well.

  • Stephan Neuhauser
    Stephan Neuhauser
    at
    Austria
    Member since 2025
    4.0
    Verified

    Friendly Crew but no fish

    4 Hour Trip – Big Game (AM) on August 5, 2025 • 4 adults

    even pur staff was great with breakfast and coffee we did not catch a single fish, this is no one’s fault but still disappointing

FAQs about South Cruise Adventures

South Cruise Adventures offers the following trips to customers:
  • €450 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (AM) (4 hours)
  • €680 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Big Game (AM) (4 hours)
  • €680 per group - Catch and cook (6 hours)
  • €680 per group - Catch and cook - 2:30 PM (6 hours)
  • €750 per group - 7 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (AM) (7 hours)
  • €1,000 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Big Game (AM) (8 hours)
When you book a trip with South Cruise Adventures, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Enclosed wc
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Kitchen
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with South Cruise Adventures include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Drinks (Water, juice and beer )
  • First mate (The first mate is always available )
  • Fishing license (The costumer fishing license is included in the price )
South Cruise Adventures offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Up to 15nm )
South Cruise Adventures offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Handline
Top targeted fish species with South Cruise Adventures include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Bonito
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Dusky)
  • Little Tunny (False Albacore)
  • Triggerfish (Gray)
  • Tuna (Albacore)
  • Tuna (Bigeye)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Miguel Braga
Miguel Braga
Povoacao, Azores, Portugal
6 Fishing Reports
9 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since September 2023
I started fishing when I was 8 years old, I'm a grandson of the best captain I ever met, my grandfather, he was a Captain of a crew of 14 men.
Our Team
José M.
José M.
Captain
Miguel Braga
Miguel Braga
6
reports
9
reviews
2023
member since
~1h
response
I started fishing when I was 8 years old, I'm a grandson of the best captain I ever met, my grandfather, he was a Captain of a crew of 14 men.
The crew
José M.
José M.
Captain

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Bonito
Bonito
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dusky Grouper
Dusky Grouper
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Gray Triggerfish
Gray Triggerfish
Albacore Tuna
Albacore Tuna
Bigeye Tuna
Bigeye Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Bonito
Bonito
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dusky Grouper
Dusky Grouper

Real catches by this captain

  • An angler proudly displaying a large eel while fishing from a boat in a scenic coastal environment.
    Juraj M.
    Juraj M.
    The trip was ok. The captian and the crew was great. It was professional and technically equipped. We have strong drift but they did everithing for have good fishing .... thanks Juraj
  • A young angler joyfully displaying a freshly caught fish while fishing on a boat, surrounded by open water and a clear sky.
    Fish 1
    Gray Triggerfish
    Anna P.
    Anna P.
  • A variety of fish including a red grouper and a mackerel stored in a cooler after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Another slow day, but qe had a lot of fun! We lost a couple fishes bigger then this ones! But thats the game!
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Grouper while fishing on a boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Broomtail Grouper
    Today was a slow day, jigging from less than a mile from shore, today we caught a couple blacktail comber fish and some triger fish! It was a such a nice day out here, no wind, no current and no waves!
  • Three anglers proudly displaying their catch of fish after a fun day of fishing, likely targeting yellowfin tuna, near their boat.
    Fish 1
    Little Tunny (False Albacore)
    Trolling for tuna today! We lost 3 yellow fin tunas, 2 of them we had it on the leader and saw the fish! But still lots of fun and fighting, we brought 4 bonita tunas for dinner!
  • A group of young anglers proudly displaying a large tuna catch on a boat, celebrating a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Yellowfin Tuna
    This cool group of friends came for some fun and fighting and they had it!
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Yellowfin Tuna on the deck of a sportfishing boat, showcasing a successful offshore fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Today we had a father and son on a beautiful day of big game fishing! They always wanted to catch a big fish together and with the good weather conditions, good energy we got that goal completed! +150Lb!!
  • A large mixed catch of multiple fish neatly arranged across the deck of the Braga III fishing boat in Ponta Delgada.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Gray Triggerfish
    This was a beautiful day! Calm ocean, good friends, good music and food! Check us out!

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
1996
Restored in
2021
Boat manufacturer
Astinor
Boat type
Pilothouse
Engine model
Yanmar
Powered by
1 x 170HP
Max cruising speed
15 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Popping
Handline

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Enclosed wc
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Snorkeling equipment
Kitchen
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Drinks
Water, juice and beer
First mate
The first mate is always available
Fishing license
The costumer fishing license is included in the price

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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.
More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child friendly
We have the safety vest for the kids and small rods for fishing
You keep catch
Crew keeps catch
Catch and release allowed
Disabled accessible

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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

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