Pesca Grossa Hard and Play Fishing 

 Marina da Calheta, Calheta, MA 9370, Portugal

Pesca Grossa Hard and Play Fishing 

Calheta, MA, Portugal
34 ft
6

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Make some memories in Calheta and go fishing with Pesca Grossa Hard and Play Fishing. With Captain Frothy at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands.

Amberjack, European Barracuda, Dusky Grouper, Atlantic Mackerel, Blue Marlin, White Marlin, Almaco Jack, Red Snapper, Longbill Spearfish, Albacore Tuna, Bigeye Tuna, Wahoo, and more could be biting if conditions are right.

On these trips, you can expect to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle. Capt. Frothy also offers fly fishing, but you may need to bring your own fly gear. For the more adventurous among you, there's spearfishing.

Families making a day of it will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Don't forget to bring snacks to maintain your energy throughout the trip!

Your vessel for the day is a 34' Rodman with space for 6 passengers. It has outriggers, downriggers, a fighting chair, and 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. Capt. Frothy will provide rods and reels for you, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

Trips are run with the help of a First Mate. Mates work hard to make your trip count, so a 10–20% tip is customary.

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.

A few items to bring include sunblock (non-spray), and sunglasses. 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 food and some light snacks included on board.

Make some memories in Calheta and go fishing with Pesca Grossa Hard and Play Fishing. With Captain Frothy at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands.

Amberjack, European Barracuda, Dusky Grouper, Atlantic Mackerel, Blue Marlin, White Marlin, Almaco Jack, Red Snapper, Longbill Spearfish, Albacore Tuna, Bigeye Tuna, Wahoo, and more could be biting if conditions are right.

On these trips, you can expect to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle. Capt. Frothy also offers fly fishing, but you may need to bring your own fly gear. For the more adventurous among you, there's spearfishing.

Families making a day of it will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Don't forget to bring snacks to maintain your energy throughout the trip!

Your vessel for the day is a 34' Rodman with space for 6 passengers. It has outriggers, downriggers, a fighting chair, and 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. Capt. Frothy will provide rods and reels for you, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

Trips are run with the help of a First Mate. Mates work hard to make your trip count, so a 10–20% tip is customary.

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.

A few items to bring include sunblock (non-spray), and sunglasses. 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 food and some light snacks included on board.

Frothy De Silva
Captain
Frothy De Silva

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Trip availability and prices

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4 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 1 - Nov 30
US $1,102
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip – Inshore Trolling
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 10:00 AM
US $1,102
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip – Premium Big Game
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
8 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 10:00 AM)
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 31
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (White)
Tuna (Yellowfin)
+4
US $2,089
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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FAQs about Pesca Grossa Hard and Play Fishing

Pesca Grossa Hard and Play Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • €950 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (4 hours)
  • €950 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore Trolling (4 hours)
  • €1,800 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Premium Big Game (8 hours)
  • €1,800 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Premium Big Game - 10:00 AM (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Pesca Grossa Hard and Play Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna tubes
  • Spearfishing equipment
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Pesca Grossa Hard and Play Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • First mate
  • Fishing license
  • Lunch
  • Fly fishing equipment
Pesca Grossa Hard and Play Fishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Pesca Grossa Hard and Play Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Fly fishing
  • Spearfishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Pesca Grossa Hard and Play Fishing include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (European)
  • Grouper (Dusky)
  • Jack (Almaco)
  • Mackerel (Atlantic)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Spearfish (Longbill)
  • Tuna (Albacore)
  • Tuna (Bigeye)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Frothy De Silva
Frothy De Silva

Calheta, Madeira, Portugal

Typical response within 24 hours
Member since February 2026

Benefit from Capt. Frothy's extensive knowledge of the local fishing areas and ensure a memorable fishing trip for your group in Calheta. The crew will demonstrate techniques such as bottom fishing, spinning, trolling, jigging, fly fishing, or something unique to the area. For special requests, such as spearfishing, message Capt. Frothy.

Frothy De Silva
Frothy De Silva
2026
member since
~24h
response
Benefit from Capt. Frothy's extensive knowledge of the local fishing areas and ensure a memorable fishing trip for your group in Calheta. The crew will demonstrate techniques such as bottom fishing, spinning, trolling, jigging, fly fishing, or something unique to the area. For special requests, such as spearfishing, message Capt. Frothy.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
European Barracuda
European Barracuda
Dusky Grouper
Dusky Grouper
Almaco Jack
Almaco Jack
Atlantic Mackerel
Atlantic Mackerel
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
White Marlin
White Marlin
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Longbill Spearfish
Longbill Spearfish
Albacore Tuna
Albacore Tuna
Bigeye Tuna
Bigeye Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Amberjack
Amberjack
European Barracuda
European Barracuda
Dusky Grouper
Dusky Grouper
Almaco Jack
Almaco Jack
Atlantic Mackerel
Atlantic Mackerel

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
34 ft
Year built
2007
Restored in
2026
Boat manufacturer
Rodman
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Volvo
Powered by
2 x 280HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Fly Fishing
Spearfishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Fighting chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Snorkeling equipment
Live bait well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Outriggers
Tuna tubes
Spearfishing equipment
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Snacks
Drinks
First mate
Fishing license
Lunch
Fly fishing equipment

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed
Disabled accessible

How you can 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

 Bank transfer

What’s biting in Calheta right now

Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (White)Marlin (White)
Tuna (Albacore)Tuna (Albacore)
WahooWahoo

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