Fishing in Cape Verde is a dream come true and has to be ticked off your bucket list today. You’ll want to book a trip with Big Game Maio to get away from the crowded tourist areas. The wild beaches and incredible nature will make you feel like you’ve stepped back in time.
The team of Big Game Maio also run a fishing center where they offer both trips offshore and in the surf. They work with the government to tag and collect DNA from every shark you catch, before releasing it back into the wild. Your awesome fishing adventure capturing Sharks will be heightened knowing that you are also helping with the preservation and knowledge of the species.
For the other trips, you’ll go via boat offshore. The boat is a 27’ catamaran that can comfortably fit 4 anglers. With twin 150 HP Yamaha engines, you’ll be on the fish before you know it. There is also a fishfinder on board to help you stay on top of the fish all day long.
Depending on which trip you choose and which season it is, you can expect to target Blue Marlin, Sailfish, Yellowfin Tuna, Nurse Shark, Lemon Shark, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Amberjack, and more. You will mostly be trolling, jigging, and popping for these fish.
Everything you need for the day will be provided. You’ll use top quality rods and reels that won’t let you down, whether you are going after a trophy fish or personal best. The live bait and lures are included in the trip price, as well as your fishing license for the day. Even your drinks and snacks are supplied.
There is no better time to book. Join the team of Big Game Maio today and see why fishing here is so amazing. You are sure to come back time and time again.
About the Captain
36 Fishing Reports |
Member since May 2014 |
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Boat specs
Africa (Catamaran) originally built in 2013. Powered by 2 150HP Yamaha engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 25 knots.
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Cancellation policy
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 60 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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When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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:


FAQs about Big Game Maio – Cape Verde
- €250 per person - Shark Fishing – Surf Casting (6 hours)
- €500 per group - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
- €900 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Ice Box
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Snacks
- Drinks (Soft drinks & water)
- Fishing License
- Nearshore Fishing
- Offshore Fishing
- Reef Fishing
- Wreck Fishing
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Jigging
- Deep Sea Fishing
- Amberjack
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Marlin (Blue)
- Sailfish
- Shark (Lemon)
- Shark (Nurse)
- Snapper (Cubera)
- Tuna (Yellowfin)
- Wahoo