Locals celebrate their independence throughout the month, culminating in a masked Carnival on the 27th. Meanwhile, surfers and kiteboarders fight for the title of Master of the Ocean.

White Marlin are around all year in DR, but from March onwards things hit a whole new level. Hundreds of these guys can be found right along the shoreline, and even a half day trip is a serious workout.

White Marlin hit their peak in April, and boats crowd the eastern coastline for a slice of the action. There are plenty to go around, don’t worry. Lucky anglers can get 20+ releases in a single day!

May is the calm before the storm in Dominican Republic, and we’re not just talking about the weather. Blue Marlin madness hasn’t kicked off yet, so it’s a great time to hit the reefs for Snapper and Grouper.

Blue Marlin start to show up in larger numbers around the northern FADs, just as the White Marlin migration pushes north. The heavy tackle season has officially begun, so strap in and have fun.

Blue Marlin really hit their stride in July. This is some of the best Billfishing on the planet, with huge numbers of fish swarming the FADs in search of a colorful teaser or well-placed fly to jump at.

If you somehow get bored of big game sportfishing, head down to Santo Domingo to enjoy the Merengue and Caribbean Rhythms Festival. Expect great music and dancing well into the night.

September is the hottest and wettest month of the year, with tropical storms and crippling heat putting anglers to the test. This is also the best time of year for Blue Marlin, so it’s well worth it.

The Blue Marlin season draws to a close in October, but that doesn’t mean the end of the Billfishing. The Sailfish have just gotten started and will get better and better as time goes on.

Inshore fishing picks up in November, with better catches of Tarpon, Permit, Snook, and Bonefish. Offshore, Sailfish, Wahoo, and Mahi Mahi offer awesome trolling or fly fishing action.

Can’t face the crowds, clouds, and carols this year? Head to the Caribbean to enjoy warm weather, sandy beaches, and world-class Sailfishing instead. Sounds like a Merry Christmas to us!