Atlantic Pelagic HorizonsĀ 

5.0/5Ā (3 reviews)
Ā Avenida Dom Manuel I 4, Calheta, MA 9370-135, Portugal–

Atlantic Pelagic HorizonsĀ 

5.0/5Ā (3 reviews)
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Avenida Dom Manuel I 4
Calheta, MA, Portugal

Atlantic Pelagic Horizons welcome's you aboard a 21' Hydrosport with room for 4 fishermen. It comes with all the essentials no fishing machine can run without such as a 1KW transducer, 9' Lowrance HDS Pro, livewell and Ice box.

We created this service for small groups of people who want a raw experience of sportfishing in Madeira waters, we are a fast paced fishing charter, with top speeds of 37knots meaning you will spend less time travelling from spot to spot and more time fishing when it comes to every type of fishing except trolling.

We specialize on fishing with all kinds of artificial lures being the most used and requested the jigging and light jigging, where we mainly target Snapper and 3 different species of Amberjacks.

Atlantic Pelagic Horizons are running things to be as selective as possible and to give the angler the best fishing experience there is with tuning our tackle for the maximum enjoyment with your catch where you can truly feel connected to the fish.

With a sportfishing background captain Ricardo welcome's the catch and release of all caught fishes, depending on depth/fish condition. Also in alternative you can take your catch to cook it wherever you want or you can ask for the captains opinion on prepping and cooking your catch.

The charter includes all the professional grade photos of your catch so that you can have them in full resolution along with videos that might be taken during the trip.

Rods, reels, and tackle are included, along with lures, jigs and bait. Some of this tackle includes a range of different sizes Shimano reels, like Saragosa Sw, Stradic Sw and Twinpower Sw depending on the target species and fishing techniques

There will be a First Mate on board to help your trip run smoothly, drinks like cola, iced tea, water and beer will be present and free of charge during your charter.

The possibilities are immense in Madeiran waters and you will only know them if you come with us to see whats lurking in them šŸ˜šŸŽ£

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5.0
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Anglers' gallery (15)

Angler proudly displaying a large Grouper while fishing from a boat in a scenic coastal environment.
Angler holding a freshly caught fish while on a boat, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
A young angler proudly displaying a large fish while fishing on a boat in open waters.
A young angler proudly displaying a colorful fish caught while fishing on a boat.
Angler proudly displaying a large Snapper while fishing on a boat in open waters.
An unclear image showing a marine animal near a rocky shoreline, with no visible fishing activity.
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Joakim StƄlnacke
Joakim StƄlnacke
5.0
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Great experience with Ricardo!
5 Hour Private Trip on March 23, 2026 • 2 adults
We had a great trip with Ricardo! Both Ricardo and Manuel were very friendly and competent, and they were very keen that we would have a good experience. We even stayed out longer than planned on the sea, and fished very actively to find good spots. We could tell these were experienced fishermen who really love what they do! Even though the conditions were not the best Ricardo found us good spots and made sure we had good catch. We caught both barracuda, dusky grouper and comber, all new species to us. We can definitely recommend going out with Ricardo!
Angler proudly displaying a large Grouper while fishing from a boat in a scenic coastal environment.
Response from Captain
April 2, 2026
Hi Joakim! It was a pleasure to have you along with your dad aboard with us! It was a very good time spent on the water, unfortunately fish activity was not up to the quality of fisherman we had aboard, but as we know it's fishing, and i would say that at least your Dad got that dusky grouper wich in my opinion its the most prized fish to catch on our rocky bottoms on artificial lures and it was so unfortunate that the one you hooked up was truly oversized for the gear we were using, only with a miracle a fish of that size would come up in those conditions, otherwise i cannot imagine how amazing the photo would be, there is always next time 😊 My best regards and tight lines. Ricardo Santos
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Catherine Champalbert
Catherine Champalbert
Marseille, France
5.0
Half day fishing with Ricardo
3 Hour Private Trip on February 22, 2026
This was definitely one of the best fishing trips I have ever experienced. As,soon,as we arrived we were greeted by Ricardo and Joao with joy and professionalism. The boat was ready and we left immediately spotting a very rare monk seal right at the exit of the Harbour. As we headed out they explained us alot about the island and its stories from the coastal view, they really know their island well. As soon as we started fishing we quickly all caught a barrucuda....followed throughout the morning of several other fish using different fishing techniques. I can't remember the names of the fishes but Ricardo knew them all. He is such an expert..and he was just as enthusiastic as we were with every catch. You can't go wrong with somone as passionate as Ricardo. I will definitely go on the same trip with Ricardo everyrime I go to Madeira..it was really the highlight of my vacation.
Angler holding a freshly caught fish while on a boat, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
A young angler proudly displaying a large fish while fishing on a boat in open waters.
A young angler proudly displaying a colorful fish caught while fishing on a boat.
Angler proudly displaying a large Snapper while fishing on a boat in open waters.
An unclear image showing a marine animal near a rocky shoreline, with no visible fishing activity.
Reported catch:
Dentex
Dusky Grouper
Response from Captain
March 10, 2026
Hello again Cathy and thank you so much for your very kind review! We get really happy to know that you loved our trip, and excited for what next time might bring us! What a joy it was meeting you and your boys! By the way the names of the fish was barracuda, snapper, triggerfish, the orange one was a lizard fish, and some smaller blacktail comber that were released back to their home. My Kindest Regards. Ricardo Santos
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Wouter Buijze
Wouter Buijze
5.0
Verified
Hooked
3 Hour Private Trip on February 19, 2026 • 2 adults
We had an absolutely fantastic fishing trip with Ricardo and his co-captain João. We were lucky with perfect weather, the ocean was as flat as a mirror, but what truly made the day exceptional was the crew. Ricardo and João are incredibly skilled at reading the water, navigating to the right spots, and positioning the boat perfectly for different techniques and target species. You immediately feel you're in expert hands. We visited several locations and fished exclusively with lures. Since we usually fish with bait, it took us a little time to adjust to this more active style. But after the very first strike (even though we didn't manage to hook that barracuda!), we were hooked ourselves. It's such an engaging, hands-on, and genuinely fun way to fish, exciting from start to finish. After giving our shoulders quite the workout, we had a short break while trolling with two lures on the way to the next spot. That's when we successfully hooked and reeled in a large barracuda, an unforgettable fight and an amazing reward. We later added two beautiful red snappers and a grouper through light jigging. Altogether, we caught the freshest fish imaginable, enough to prepare delicious lunches and dinners for the rest of the week of our holiday in Madeira (we even made great use of the public BBQ facilities, see photos!). Ricardo and João were warm, patient, and generous with their knowledge, answering all our questions along the way. Their experience and professionalism truly stand out, but they also make the whole experience relaxed and fun. We couldn't have asked for a better day on the water. Highly, highly recommend!
Freshly filleted fish laid out on a cleaning station, showcasing the catch from a recent fishing trip.
Three freshly caught fish displayed in a bowl on a kitchen countertop, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
A freshly prepared meal featuring a whole fish, potatoes, and lettuce, showcasing a culinary experience after a fishing trip.
A selection of freshly caught fish including a Barracuda and Snapper displayed on a wooden table, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
Two anglers aboard a boat, enjoying a day of fishing with scenic coastal views in the background.
A serene sunset view over the water, showcasing the silhouette of a boat and the surrounding mountainous landscape.
Reported catch:
European Barracuda
Dentex
Response from Captain
March 6, 2026
Thank you so much for the appreciation! It was a true pleasure on our behalf to have you two aboard our charter. Next time the big barracuda is making a closer visit to the boat 😁 Thank you once again šŸ™Œ
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Rating

5.0
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Boat & equipment
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Captain & crew
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Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (15)

Angler proudly displaying a large Grouper while fishing from a boat in a scenic coastal environment.
Angler holding a freshly caught fish while on a boat, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
A young angler proudly displaying a large fish while fishing on a boat in open waters.
A young angler proudly displaying a colorful fish caught while fishing on a boat.
Angler proudly displaying a large Snapper while fishing on a boat in open waters.
An unclear image showing a marine animal near a rocky shoreline, with no visible fishing activity.
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All reviews (3)

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Joakim StƄlnacke
Joakim StƄlnacke
5.0
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Great experience with Ricardo!
5 Hour Private Trip on March 23, 2026 • 2 adults
We had a great trip with Ricardo! Both Ricardo and Manuel were very friendly and competent, and they were very keen that we would have a good experience. We even stayed out longer than planned on the sea, and fished very actively to find good spots. We could tell these were experienced fishermen who really love what they do! Even though the conditions were not the best Ricardo found us good spots and made sure we had good catch. We caught both barracuda, dusky grouper and comber, all new species to us. We can definitely recommend going out with Ricardo!
Angler proudly displaying a large Grouper while fishing from a boat in a scenic coastal environment.
Response from Captain
April 2, 2026
Hi Joakim! It was a pleasure to have you along with your dad aboard with us! It was a very good time spent on the water, unfortunately fish activity was not up to the quality of fisherman we had aboard, but as we know it's fishing, and i would say that at least your Dad got that dusky grouper wich in my opinion its the most prized fish to catch on our rocky bottoms on artificial lures and it was so unfortunate that the one you hooked up was truly oversized for the gear we were using, only with a miracle a fish of that size would come up in those conditions, otherwise i cannot imagine how amazing the photo would be, there is always next time 😊 My best regards and tight lines. Ricardo Santos
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Catherine Champalbert
Catherine Champalbert
Marseille, France
5.0
Half day fishing with Ricardo
3 Hour Private Trip on February 22, 2026
This was definitely one of the best fishing trips I have ever experienced. As,soon,as we arrived we were greeted by Ricardo and Joao with joy and professionalism. The boat was ready and we left immediately spotting a very rare monk seal right at the exit of the Harbour. As we headed out they explained us alot about the island and its stories from the coastal view, they really know their island well. As soon as we started fishing we quickly all caught a barrucuda....followed throughout the morning of several other fish using different fishing techniques. I can't remember the names of the fishes but Ricardo knew them all. He is such an expert..and he was just as enthusiastic as we were with every catch. You can't go wrong with somone as passionate as Ricardo. I will definitely go on the same trip with Ricardo everyrime I go to Madeira..it was really the highlight of my vacation.
Angler holding a freshly caught fish while on a boat, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
A young angler proudly displaying a large fish while fishing on a boat in open waters.
A young angler proudly displaying a colorful fish caught while fishing on a boat.
Angler proudly displaying a large Snapper while fishing on a boat in open waters.
An unclear image showing a marine animal near a rocky shoreline, with no visible fishing activity.
Reported catch:
Dentex
Dusky Grouper
Response from Captain
March 10, 2026
Hello again Cathy and thank you so much for your very kind review! We get really happy to know that you loved our trip, and excited for what next time might bring us! What a joy it was meeting you and your boys! By the way the names of the fish was barracuda, snapper, triggerfish, the orange one was a lizard fish, and some smaller blacktail comber that were released back to their home. My Kindest Regards. Ricardo Santos
1
Wouter Buijze
Wouter Buijze
5.0
Verified
Hooked
3 Hour Private Trip on February 19, 2026 • 2 adults
We had an absolutely fantastic fishing trip with Ricardo and his co-captain João. We were lucky with perfect weather, the ocean was as flat as a mirror, but what truly made the day exceptional was the crew. Ricardo and João are incredibly skilled at reading the water, navigating to the right spots, and positioning the boat perfectly for different techniques and target species. You immediately feel you're in expert hands. We visited several locations and fished exclusively with lures. Since we usually fish with bait, it took us a little time to adjust to this more active style. But after the very first strike (even though we didn't manage to hook that barracuda!), we were hooked ourselves. It's such an engaging, hands-on, and genuinely fun way to fish, exciting from start to finish. After giving our shoulders quite the workout, we had a short break while trolling with two lures on the way to the next spot. That's when we successfully hooked and reeled in a large barracuda, an unforgettable fight and an amazing reward. We later added two beautiful red snappers and a grouper through light jigging. Altogether, we caught the freshest fish imaginable, enough to prepare delicious lunches and dinners for the rest of the week of our holiday in Madeira (we even made great use of the public BBQ facilities, see photos!). Ricardo and João were warm, patient, and generous with their knowledge, answering all our questions along the way. Their experience and professionalism truly stand out, but they also make the whole experience relaxed and fun. We couldn't have asked for a better day on the water. Highly, highly recommend!
Freshly filleted fish laid out on a cleaning station, showcasing the catch from a recent fishing trip.
Three freshly caught fish displayed in a bowl on a kitchen countertop, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
A freshly prepared meal featuring a whole fish, potatoes, and lettuce, showcasing a culinary experience after a fishing trip.
A selection of freshly caught fish including a Barracuda and Snapper displayed on a wooden table, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
Two anglers aboard a boat, enjoying a day of fishing with scenic coastal views in the background.
A serene sunset view over the water, showcasing the silhouette of a boat and the surrounding mountainous landscape.
Reported catch:
European Barracuda
Dentex
Response from Captain
March 6, 2026
Thank you so much for the appreciation! It was a true pleasure on our behalf to have you two aboard our charter. Next time the big barracuda is making a closer visit to the boat 😁 Thank you once again šŸ™Œ
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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
21 ft
Year built
2024
Boat manufacturer
Hydrosport
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 115HP
Max cruising speed
38 knots
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