Ready to catch some fish in Playa Flamingo? Bushwacker is here to make it happen!
These waters are known for Roosterfish, Blue Marlin, Sailfish, Wahoo, Striped Marlin, Yellowfin Tuna, Cubera Snapper, Black Marlin, and more – with any luck, they'll make your reel scream. You'll target your catch by spinning, popping, trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Emilio also offers fly fishing, but you may need to bring your own fly gear.
Planning a family adventure? Kids are absolutely welcome! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Don't forget to bring snacks!
Bushwacker is a 42' Bertram tournament vessel rigged to billfish, she’s got custom rods from Fisherman Center in West Palm Beach, custom built Shimano reels, a set of 80’s, 50’s, 30’s, 20’s,15’s and a set of spinning gear. Two expert mates, and the billfishing capital of the world! A 10–20% tip is customary to show your appreciation for their hard work.
The boat has outriggers, downriggers, a fighting chair, everything you need for a productive day on the water. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. What's more, this vessel is wheelchair accessible.
Before coming aboard, it will be necessary to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.
You can't go wrong when you bring sunglasses, a hat, and sunscreen (non-spray). Drinks will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. There will be food and some light snacks for you on board.
Get in touch with Capt. Emilio below and start planning your trip today!
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- US $1,200 per group - Half Day Trip – Inshore (4 hours)
- US $2,000 per group - 3/4 day offshore trip (6 hours)
- US $2,400 per group - Full Day offshore trip (8 hours)
- Toilet
- Air Conditioning
- Fighting Chair
- GPS Two Furuno Tzt 14 & garmin 14
- Fishfinder Furuno DDF bottom machine
- Bed
- Flybridge
- Live Bait Well
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Multimedia System
- Outriggers
- Tuna Tubes
- Ice Box
- Radar Furuno 96 mile radar
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Snacks (Fresh ceviche and more..)
- Drinks (Water, soft drink, and beer)
- First Mate
- Lunch (Hot meal meal )
- Inshore Fishing
- Offshore Fishing
- Reef Fishing
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Popping
- Fly Fishing (Please bring your fly gear.)
- Deep Sea Fishing
- Marlin (Black)
- Marlin (Blue)
- Marlin (Striped)
- Roosterfish
- Sailfish
- Snapper (Cubera)
- Tuna (Yellowfin)
- Wahoo
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The fish you can target
Black Marlin
Blue Marlin
Striped Marlin
Roosterfish
Sailfish
Cubera Snapper
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
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You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 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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