Mad Marlin Sport Fishing Lodge offers a variety of big game fishing trips for anyone looking to test their mettle in Guatemala, one of the best sport fishing destinations in the world. Captain Rick Nelson has more than twenty years of experience under his belt, and he is more than happy to work with both professionals and new anglers looking to learn about this kind of fishing.
You will be fishing aboard the Mad Marlin, which is a 31’ Bertram convertible that’s powered by a pair of 250 HP Cummins engines. In addition to all the necessary safety gear, it is equipped with state of the art electronics that include a 72-mile halo radar, air conditioning, and a fully outfitted kitchen. There’s plenty of space on the boat for up to 6 anglers to comfortably fish.
Depending on where you want to fish, you’ll have different options available to you. Offshore fishing trips are where you’ll find species like Sailfish, Blue, Black, and White Marlin, Mahi Mahi, or Yellowfish Tuna. Inshore trips, on the other hand, are home to fish like Roosterfish, Red Snapper, Cero Mackerel and more. Captain Rick also offers a free billfishing school, so don’t be afraid to go on a trip if you’re a novice.
The price of any trip includes rods, reels, and terminal tackle, as well as having your catch cleaned at the end of the trip. Food, drinks, and beer are also included at no extra cost. Make sure to pack a pair of polarized sunglasses, as well as a camera so you can show off your catch once you’re back home.
Payments for your trip are non-refundable, but in the case of emergency or other complication in your schedule, we can arrange another date for you at your convenience. Trip insurance is highly recommended.
Rating summary
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Appropriate for children
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Friendly captain
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Satisfied with the boat
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Recommend this charter
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United States
Mar 16, 2017
All-Inclusive — 2 Days 3 Nights
I fished two days with these boys and had double digit days. I fish a lot and all over the world and these guys hit out of the park! I will be fishing with Rick and th boys again next year!!
I fished two days with these boys and had double digit days. I fish a lot and all over the world and these guys hit out of the...
Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala
Aug 23, 2018
Full Day Trip - Dock-To-Dock
Eugene, Oregon
Mar 11, 2017
2 Ppl Fish & Stay - 2 Days 3 Nights
My 13 year old son and I fished with Captain Rick and his crew for two days, staying with him at his house. Rick was a good host, and his boat proved a fish finding machine. Crew members made one of the best cheeseburgers we'd had in awhile, which was an unexpected bonus to two good days fishing. Doug Mozan
My 13 year old son and I fished with Captain Rick and his crew for two days, staying with him at his house. Rick was a good host,...
Surrey, British Columbia
Jan 22, 2017
Day Charter 2 people
Fished for 2.5 days, Crew was excellent and we caught lots of sails every day. Most productive sail fish trip ever.
Fished for 2.5 days, Crew was excellent and we caught lots of sails every day. Most productive sail fish trip ever.
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (42)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
100%
United States
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All-Inclusive — 2 Days 3 Nights on March 16, 2017
I fished two days with these boys and had double digit days. I fish a lot and all over the world and these guys hit out of the park! I will be fishing with Rick and th boys again next year!!
I fished two days with these boys and had double digit days. I fish a lot and all over the world and these guys hit out of the park! I will be fishing with Rick and th boys again next year!!
Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala
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Full Day Trip - Dock-To-Dock on August 23, 2018
Eugene, Oregon
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2 Ppl Fish & Stay - 2 Days 3 Nights on March 11, 2017
My 13 year old son and I fished with Captain Rick and his crew for two days, staying with him at his house. Rick was a good host, and his boat proved a fish finding machine. Crew members made one of the best cheeseburgers we'd had in awhile, which was an unexpected bonus to two good days fishing. Doug Mozan
My 13 year old son and I fished with Captain Rick and his crew for two days, staying with him at his house. Rick was a good host, and his boat proved a fish finding machine. Crew members made one of the best cheeseburgers we'd had in awhile, which was an unexpected bonus to two good days fishing. Doug Mozan
Surrey, British Columbia
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Day Charter 2 people on January 22, 2017
Fished for 2.5 days, Crew was excellent and we caught lots of sails every day. Most productive sail fish trip ever.
Fished for 2.5 days, Crew was excellent and we caught lots of sails every day. Most productive sail fish trip ever.