Rapanui Sportfishing
+10If you're ready to start fishing in Hanga Roa, book a trip with Rapanui Sportfishing. Your guide for the day is Captain Atamu, which allows you to benefit from years of sportfishing experience.
These waters are known for Yellowfin Tuna, Yellowtail Amberjack, Black Marlin, Blue Marlin, Striped Marlin, Dolphin (Mahi Mahi), Wahoo, Bigeye Tuna, Bigeye Trevally, Bonito, and more – with any luck, you'll hook into a few! During the trip you might be spinning, popping, trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area. For the more adventurous among you, there's spearfishing.
Thinking of bringing the whole family? Kids are absolutely welcome! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. And, you can't go wrong with snacks so that everyone stays happy and energized!
Your trip begins aboard a 26' Starline Chile fishing boat that holds up to 6 passengers. It comes with a fighting chair, and all the essentials. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, along with lures.
You will need to get a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be off limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.
Don't leave home without a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen (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, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. There will be some light snacks provided on board.
You could keep reading this, but wouldn't you rather be fishing with Rapanui Sportfishing?
Captain
Atamu Pacomio
Highlights
Plan your trip
FAQs about Rapanui Sportfishing
What are the trip rates for Rapanui Sportfishing?
Rapanui Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
- US $250 per person - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
- US $350 per person - Full Day Trip (7 hours)
- US $400 per group - Night Fishing Trip (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Rapanui Sportfishing?
When you book a trip with Rapanui Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- Fighting Chair
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Snorkeling Equipment
- Spearfishing Equipment
What's included in the trip price with Rapanui Sportfishing?
Trips booked with Rapanui Sportfishing include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Lures
- Snacks (We offer nuts, water, gateroda and some times raw fish (ceviche) from the local fish tuna or wahoo.)
- Drinks (Water, Gatorade, juice.)
What types of fishing does Rapanui Sportfishing offer?
Rapanui Sportfishing offers the following types of fishing:
- Inshore Fishing
- Offshore Fishing (From 3-5 miles depend of the fish we are going to target )
What fishing techniques does Rapanui Sportfishing offer?
Rapanui Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Popping
- Handline
- Spearfishing
- Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Rapanui Sportfishing?
Top targeted fish species with Rapanui Sportfishing include:
- Bonito
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Marlin (Black)
- Marlin (Blue)
- Marlin (Striped)
- Trevally (Bigeye)
- Tuna (Bigeye)
- Tuna (Yellowfin)
- Wahoo
- Yellowtail Amberjack
Meet your captain
Hanga Roa, Chile
Capt. Atamu runs trips out of Hanga Roa aboard 26' Starline Chile Center console. Keep your eyes peeled for Black Marlin, Red Snapper and Bonito as you try your hand at bottom fishing, spinning, popping, trolling, jigging, and more. For special requests, such as spearfishing, message Capt. Atamu.
Fish you can target
Your boat
Where you can fish
Inshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
From 3-5 miles depend of the fish we are going to target
How you can fish
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Handline
Spearfishing
Deep Sea Fishing
What's on board
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling Equipment
Spearfishing Equipment
Included in the price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Snacks
We offer nuts, water, gateroda and some times raw fish (ceviche) from the local fish tuna or wahoo.
Drinks
Water, Gatorade, juice.
How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip
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.
Listing policies
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
Children are allowed on the tour if the conditions allow it and the type of fishing we do preferably 5 years or older
Crew Keeps Catch
How to pay
Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
PayPal
Bank Transfer