Madeira Fishing Charters – Prime 

4.9/5 (90 reviews)
 Calheta Marina, Calheta, MA 9370-135, Portugal

Madeira Fishing Charters – Prime 

Calheta, MA, Portugal
35 ft
6
4.9/5 (90 reviews)

Madeira Fishing Charters features Prime, that offers exceptional big game fishing experience with a dedicated and experienced crew.

We have a deep knowledge of the best fishing spots and techniques.

The variety of fishing options, including big game trolling for marlin, chasing down Atlantic bigeye tuna, wahoo, mahi-mahi, white marlin, Wahoo and offering excellent bottom fishing, caters to a wide range of fishing preferences.

Prime offers the best gear and top-notch service, as well as accommodating both experienced anglers and novices, reflects a commitment to ensuring a memorable and successful fishing trip for all clients.

The use of Prime, a Cabo 35 Express and the continuous upgrading and maintenance of the fleet, along with the latest electronics for fish locating and structure viewing, further demonstrates a dedication to providing a high-quality fishing experience.

The fact that Captain Simon, as well as the entire crew, are fully licensed by the Portuguese tourist office and adhere to all safety specifications, adds an extra layer of professionalism and reassurance for clients.

Madeira Fishing Charters features Prime, that offers exceptional big game fishing experience with a dedicated and experienced crew.

We have a deep knowledge of the best fishing spots and techniques.

The variety of fishing options, including big game trolling for marlin, chasing down Atlantic bigeye tuna, wahoo, mahi-mahi, white marlin, Wahoo and offering excellent bottom fishing, caters to a wide range of fishing preferences.

Prime offers the best gear and top-notch service, as well as accommodating both experienced anglers and novices, reflects a commitment to ensuring a memorable and successful fishing trip for all clients.

The use of Prime, a Cabo 35 Express and the continuous upgrading and maintenance of the fleet, along with the latest electronics for fish locating and structure viewing, further demonstrates a dedication to providing a high-quality fishing experience.

The fact that Captain Simon, as well as the entire crew, are fully licensed by the Portuguese tourist office and adhere to all safety specifications, adds an extra layer of professionalism and reassurance for clients.

Madeira Fishing Charters
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Madeira Fishing Charters
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Half Day Bottom Fishing (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM
Amberjack
Snapper (Red)
Dentex
Triggerfish (Gray)
+1
US $759
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Bottom Fishing (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 3:00 PM
Amberjack
Snapper (Red)
Dentex
Triggerfish (Gray)
+1
US $759
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Big Game Fishing (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM
Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (White)
Tuna (Skipjack)
Tuna (Yellowfin)
+4
US $934
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Big Game Fishing (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 3:00 PM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (White)
Tuna (Skipjack)
+5
US $934
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Mixed Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Snapper (Red)
+4
US $1,284
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Mixed Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 10:00 AM
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (White)
+3
US $1,459
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Big Game Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 10:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (White)
Wahoo
+2
US $1,751
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Afternoon Sunset trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Apr 30
Tuna (Bigeye)
US $1,751
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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4.9
90 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (93)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
83%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
96%
Recommended
74%
Caught fish

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Royston Baker
Royston Baker
Repeat angler
us
Hawaii, US
Member since 2024
4 trips
5.0
Verified
Modern boat, quality equipment
Full Day Big Game Fishing on April 13, 20261 adult

Captain Simon and his crew provided a quality service. They gave me quick responses to my questions before the trip, were at the meetup location early and started the charter on time. The boat was clean and spacious, their galley was stocked with cold beverages and snacks. The provided lunch was homemade and very tasty. The fishing rods, reels and lures all were in good condition. While no fishes were caught during the trip, its was not for a lack of trying on the captains part

Madeira Fishing Charters
Response from Charter operator

Thank you Roy for your review. much appreciated 😊

Edoardo Malvezzi
Edoardo Malvezzi
Repeat angler
it
Italy
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Good experience
Full Day Mixed Fishing on August 1, 20262 adults

Me and my girlfriend went out fishing with the dream of catching a Marlin, unfortunately it was not the case. Anyways we greatly enjoyed the first part of the day by doing some bottom fishing and catching many triggerfish. The gear provided by the crew was top level and the overall experience has been satisfying.

Madeira Fishing Charters
Response from Charter operator

😊👍

Matthäus Gorol
Matthäus Gorol
de
Germany
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
BIG FUN WITH A TUNA
Half Day Big Game Fishing (PM) on April 22, 20266 adults

We had a fantastic fishing trip on the boat Prime. Captain Simon explained everything to us first, and then we headed out to sea. At first, it looked like the fish weren't biting. But after about 2.5 hours, our patience was rewarded, and a tuna weighing around 75 kg took the bait. Suddenly, there was a lot of action on board, and after about an hour, we were able to land the tuna in the boat! An amazing experience!

Reported catch:
Yellowfin Tuna
Madeira Fishing Charters
Response from Charter operator

thanks for the 5* review it was a pleasure having you guys on board and being rewarded with a nice fish. well done to both anglers 👏👏

Chad Rogers
Chad Rogers
Repeat angler
gb
United Kingdom
Member since 2025
4 trips
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Simon
Full Day Big Game Fishing on September 25, 20251 adult

Had a great day out trolling onboard Prime. It's a fantastic boat with the best of kit. I was well looked after by Simon and Alfonso, with good chat and a cracking lunch provided by Simon's wife. We hooked up to one fish but unfortunately didn't land it but that is always a possibility when trolling for big fish; it's never a guarantee. I wouldn't hesitate to book up with them again next time I'm in Madeira and would recommend them to anyone considering a trip out from Calheta.

Madeira Fishing Charters
Response from Charter operator

hi Chad, thank you for taking the time to leave the review, very much appreciated. hope we get the big one for you next ttime. 👍😎🎣

Jouni Leppänen
Jouni Leppänen
fi
Finland
Member since 2026
The captain canceled
August 13, 2026
Trip was supposed to happen on August 13, 2026

The charter operator canceled 3 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

FAQs about Madeira Fishing Charters – Prime

Madeira Fishing Charters – Prime offers the following trips to customers:
  • €650 per group - Half Day Bottom Fishing (AM) (4 hours)
  • €650 per group - Half Day Bottom Fishing (PM) (4 hours)
  • €800 per group - Half Day Big Game Fishing (AM) (4 hours)
  • €800 per group - Half Day Big Game Fishing (PM) (4 hours)
  • €1,100 per group - Mixed Fishing (6 hours)
  • €1,250 per group - Full Day Mixed Fishing (7 hours)
  • €1,500 per group - Afternoon Sunset trip (7 hours)
  • €1,500 per group - Full Day Big Game Fishing (7 hours)
When you book a trip with Madeira Fishing Charters – Prime, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Electric flush
  • Fighting chair with bucket harness
  • GPS 3 Raymarine Axiom 9" with Navionics Fishing charts
  • Fishfinder Airmar B256LM 1kw transducer
  • Bed
  • Flybridge Guests welcome
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia system Free WiFi onboard. iPad for mirroring Fishfinder
  • Outriggers
  • Radar Raymarine
Trips booked with Madeira Fishing Charters – Prime include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (all top quality)
  • Live bait (Live bait fishing is sometimes a part of the trip. It depends on the availability of live bait. Live bait is included in the overall process.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Cleaning the fish is included in the price. )
  • Snacks (We offer free Pringle snacks on board. )
  • Drinks (We offer water, beer and sodas on board. It is included in the overall price. )
  • First mate (is a qualified skipper)
  • Fishing license (The boat is fully coveredard to fishing license. It is included in the overall price. )
  • Lunch (included on full day trips)
Madeira Fishing Charters – Prime offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (During our big game fishing trips, we fish no more than 6 miles from the island. When bottom fishing we stay closer to the island. )
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Madeira Fishing Charters – Prime offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Madeira Fishing Charters – Prime include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Dentex
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Spearfish (Longbill)
  • Triggerfish (Gray)
  • Tuna (Bigeye)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)

Your operator

Madeira Fishing Charters
Madeira Fishing Charters
Madeira Fishing Charters

Calheta, Madeira, Portugal

54 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
90 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since May 2016

Our charter company was founded in 2012 and is owned and operated by Captain Simon Alford. Madeira Fishing Charters has developed to be one of the most successful and appreciated charter boats in Madeira. Thousands of happy clients have been fishing with us since 2012. Captain Simon and renowned Claudio have more than 40 years of fishing experience ranging from fly fishing in the UK Big Game fishing in Florida, Mexico, South America and the coasts of Africa. Welcome to Madeira Fishing Charters and to Madeira Island! tightlines Capt Simon

Our Team
Simon A.

Simon A.

Captain

54 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
90 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since May 2016

Our charter company was founded in 2012 and is owned and operated by Captain Simon Alford. Madeira Fishing Charters has developed to be one of the most successful and appreciated charter boats in Madeira. Thousands of happy clients have been fishing with us since 2012. Captain Simon and renowned Claudio have more than 40 years of fishing experience ranging from fly fishing in the UK Big Game fishing in Florida, Mexico, South America and the coasts of Africa. Welcome to Madeira Fishing Charters and to Madeira Island! tightlines Capt Simon

Our Team
Simon A.

Simon A.

Captain

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Dentex
Dentex
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
White Marlin
White Marlin
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Longbill Spearfish
Longbill Spearfish
Gray Triggerfish
Gray Triggerfish
Bigeye Tuna
Bigeye Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Dentex
Dentex
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin

Real catches by this captain

  • Perfect trip!
    Stefan F.
    Stefan F.
  • June fishing trip
    Graham W.
    Graham W.
  • BIG FUN WITH A TUNA
    Matthäus G.
    Matthäus G.
  • Knowledge and Commitment
    Jeff S.
    Jeff S.
  • Lifetime ambition achieved! 800lb blue marlin
    Joseph Q.
    Joseph Q.
  • Great Experience - Mixed Trip
    Jan G.
    Jan G.
  • The Perfect day!
    Stefan F.
    Stefan F.
  • Amazing morning fishing
    Monika M.
    Monika M.
  • 2 Half-day Trips with Capt. Anders
    Henry B.
    Henry B.
  • January fishing trip
    Thomas K.
    Thomas K.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
35 ft
Year built
1996
Restored in
2023
Boat manufacturer
Cabo
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Caterpillar
Powered by
2 x 435HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
During our big game fishing trips, we fish no more than 6 miles from the island. When bottom fishing we stay closer to the island.
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Electric flush
Fighting chair
with bucket harness
GPS
3 Raymarine Axiom 9" with Navionics Fishing charts
Fishfinder
Airmar B256LM 1kw transducer
Bed
Flybridge
Guests welcome
Live bait well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Multimedia system
Free WiFi onboard. iPad for mirroring Fishfinder
Outriggers
Radar
Raymarine
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
all top quality
Live bait
Live bait fishing is sometimes a part of the trip. It depends on the availability of live bait. Live bait is included in the overall process.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Cleaning the fish is included in the price.
Snacks
We offer free Pringle snacks on board.
Drinks
We offer water, beer and sodas on board. It is included in the overall price.
First mate
is a qualified skipper
Fishing license
The boat is fully coveredard to fishing license. It is included in the overall price.
Lunch
included on full day trips

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

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

Child friendly
We do not have any age limits on board. Kids are welcome.
You keep catch
can be prepaired by a restaurant in the marina
Catch and release allowed
Catch and release mandatory
for all billfish

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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

 Bank transfer

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Calheta right now

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (White)Marlin (White)

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