Madeira Fishing Charters

25 fishing charters

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Top Fishing Charters in Madeira

Madeira: 25 fishing charters available

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Angler's choice

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27 ft

Up to 4 people

Grand Holiday Tours

5.0/5 (54 reviews)
Calheta
Let Grand Holiday Tours create an unforgettable atmosphere of coastal fishing in the water of the Atlantic Ocean near island Madeira.

" Wir hatten heute ein fantastisches Erlebnis beim Big Game Fishing auf Madeira mit Alex und seiner Frau Lucy." —⁠ Ronny,
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US $581
Trips from
US $581
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29 ft

Up to 4 people

Flipper II Madeira

4.9/5 (110 reviews)
Calheta
Flipper II Madeira wishes you a warm welcome to Calheta, Madeira, one of Portugal’s prime angling destinations.

"It was a great half day trip on the water -  the lure spread looked amazing, the captain and crew did everything perfectly (Micky was fantastic with my 3 year old son) and the view of the island from the water added to my appreciation of the beauty of the island." —⁠ Tarus,
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US $291
Trips from
US $291
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22 ft

Up to 4 people

Fishing Family - Ponta Calhau II

4.7/5 (28 reviews)
Funchal
Book your next trip with Fishing Family and find out what makes the fishing in Funchal so unique. With Captain Antonio and crew at the helm, you'll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide.

"This morning my family.and I went fishing with fishing family." —⁠ Timothy,
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US $418
Trips from
US $418

Angler's choice

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22 ft

Up to 4 people

Native Crew – Fishing & Tours

4.9/5 (87 reviews)
Funchal
Native Crew has a trip with your name on it along the stunning waters of Madeira Island.

"Had a great time on a shared fishing trip with Pedro. The big fish weren’t biting but we still got some nice Barracuda and other fish." —⁠ Ian,
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US $418
Trips from
US $418
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35 ft

Up to 6 people

Madeira Fishing Charters – Prime

4.9/5 (67 reviews)
Calheta
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.

"We had combo sport fish and bottom fish excursion. Captain and crew fantastic." —⁠ James,
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US $697
Trips from
US $697
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33 ft

Up to 6 people

Madeira Marlin Charters - Balancal

4.8/5 (40 reviews)
Funchal
Madeira Island is known as one of the top billfishing destinations in the world. If you’re looking to explore these bountiful waters with the help of the best of the best, Madeira Marlin Charters should be at the top of your list.

"The crew and boat really made this an awesome introduction to Madeira." —⁠ Ariana,
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US $814
Trips from
US $814
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31 ft

Up to 8 people

ODF - Ocean Dive & Fishing LDA

4.7/5 (28 reviews)
Machico
Come and discover our fishing boat, the "Black Pearl", a 28’ Boston Whaler Outrage sport fishing vessel, with a length of 9.20 meters, two Suzuki engines, each with 300 HP, and a cruising speed of approximately 25 knots.

"We had a great morning with the crew on the boat. Weather was wonderful and sea calm." —⁠ Andrew,
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US $581
Trips from
US $581
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35 ft

Up to 6 people

Sorted Madeira Marlin Charters

4.9/5 (5 reviews)
Calheta
Are you a hardcore angler looking for another exciting pursuit? Or a complete novice desiring something different than typical tourist activity? Madeira Marlin Charters invites you to experience fishing aboard “Sorted.

"My two young sons and I spent a couple of days fishing for Blue Marlin on ‘Sorted’." —⁠ Andrew,
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US $151
Trips from
US $151
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30 ft

Up to 8 people

Freed´em Fishing

4.8/5 (21 reviews)
Funchal
Madeira Sea Fishing welcomes you for a fun and enjoyable fishing adventure in Portugal. Starting out of Funchal, Madeira, Skipper Nuno Gouveia can take you both inshore and offshore, to reefs and wrecks, and help you have a lovely day on the water.

"I wanted to find a professional but fun company to take my family fishing with." —⁠ Lassi,
Trips from
US $814
Trips from
US $814
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25 ft

Up to 6 people

Salatia Yachts – SeaScape

Caniçal
Book your next trip with Salatia Yachts and find out what makes the fishing in Caniçal so unique. Your guide for the day is Captain Hernani, which allows you to benefit from years of local experience.
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US $755
Trips from
US $755

Top deep sea fishing trips in Madeira

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Top-rated family fishing trips in Madeira

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Half-day fishing trips in Madeira

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Top Targeted Species in Madeira

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Top Types of Fishing in Madeira

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Top Fishing Techniques in Madeira

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fishing Charters in Madeira

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fishing Charters in Madeira

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Fishing in Madeira

Madeira is hands down one of the best places in the world to go fishing. Located some 500 miles off the coast of Morocco, this Portuguese island features in bucket lists for gander Blue Marlin fishing all over the internet. Madeira fishing, quite simply, is epic.
 
What makes fishing in Madeira so great? For starters, the fish get really big. Blue Marlin aside, everything from Bigeye Tuna to Bluefish hit incredible sizes here. You don’t have to travel far to find them, either. Even on a half day trip, you have plenty of time to turn your arms to jelly. And if you’re just out for a fun day at sea and a few fish to show for it, you can catch a boatload of delicious table fare with the dramatic cliffs of Madeira as your backdrop. There’s something for everyone on “the Pearl of the Atlantic'.”

Types of Fishing

 

Offshore

The big game fishing Madeira is famous for draws in the world's top sportfishers. The seafloor drops almost vertically from beach to bedrock, so you can catch bluewater species just a couple of miles from land. And there are plenty to choose from. Blue and White Marlin, Bluefin, Albacore, and Bigeye Tuna, Longbill Spearfish, Mahi Mahi, and Wahoo all show up over the course of the year.
 
May through October is the peak Billfish season. Show up in September, and you can catch the full range of big game species on offer here. But you can catch huge Wahoo even in the middle of winter and Albacore live here all year round. There’s never a bad time to fish offshore in Madeira.
 

Nearshore

There’s never a bad time to fish the reefs, either! Huge Snappers are reeled in every month of the year, and resident Amberjack hit incredible sizes on the island’s deep-water reefs. Grouper, are always around, too, although they’re not nearly as common as Snappers. If you want to add some extra fight to your day, monster Bluefish hunt around the island’s rocky nearshore waters.
 

From Shore

More interested in variety than size? Shore fishing in Madeira can be a great way to bag a variety of fish. You can hook Bluefish and Barracuda from shore in many spots, alongside weird and wonderful species like Ornate Wrasse and Canary Damselfish. If you’re fishing from the rocks on Madeira’s north shore, you should watch out for the high winds and swells that batter the island during much of the year.

Fishing Techniques

Madeira Marlin fishing focuses almost exclusively on trolling. Fast-trolling with lures is the most popular tactic here as it lets you cover more ground on the hunt for big fish. Most boats use heavy trolling rods and reels, hoping for the island’s next grander. You can sometimes find kites flying above bigger boats, especially when they’re targeting big Tunas.
 
Up for something with a bit more finesse? There are a few specialist charter companies which offer everything from saltwater fly fishing for White Marlin, Tuna, and Almaco Jacks to spinning and popping for monster Bluefish. You won’t find much finesse on bottom fishing trips, though. Not with the size that Amberjack and Snapper reach here!
 
If you’re fishing from shore, you can pick up great baits at the local fish market. If you prefer artificial baits, be careful–Pufferfish can and will take a chunk out of anything that comes their way, so leave your favorite soft plastics in the box.

Need to Know

 

Getting there

Most charters operate out of the region’s capital, Funchal, or the beach resort of Calheta, a 40-minute drive up the coast. Flights from London take around 4 hours and can cost as little as   €110 return, even in the middle of Marlin season. Flights from Lisbon take less than half that and cost about the same. You can get direct flights from cities all over Europe, but you’ll need to change in London if you’re flying from the US.
 

Budget

Madeira fishing prices vary greatly depending on the style of angling you’re after. A half day on the nearshore reefs will bag you a ton of tasty fish for around €350-400. Full day trips targeting Marlin, Tuna, and other deep sea species cost anywhere from €1000-1300. Boats vary from center console-style vessels to large sportfishers with outriggers, tuna tubes, fighting chairs–the works. If you’re looking to land a grander Marlin, it’s well worth the extra money to get a good boat.
 

Rules & Regulations

Anglers planning on fishing from shore will need to buy a Sport Fishing License (Licença de Pesca Desportiva) before they can even think about making a cast. Get these by contacting the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries. By all accounts, this can be a bit of a nightmare as a foreigner. The good news is that you don’t need a license to fish aboard Madeira fishing charters, as you will be covered by the boat’s operating license.
 
Madeira is the ultimate island escape. Stunning scenery and great weather meet deep waters and some of the world’s best sportfishing. This is a popular vacation spot for people in Europe, even without the angling. Throw in the chance of a grander Marlin or a record Amberjack, and you wonder why you’d go anywhere else!

Madeira

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Based on 29,146 reviews by FishingBooker anglers

Madeira Fishing Seasons

January

Wahoo season ends as the year starts, so head out and bag these bluewater bullets before they move on. Otherwise, there are a ton of different bottom fish to go after.

February

It’s Carnival in Madeira! This week-long festival brings a storm of color and music to the streets of Funchal. There’s plenty of fun on the water, too, with Snappers, Amberjack, and so much more.

March

Bigeye Tuna explode onto the scene in March, kicking off an 8-month season of huge, tasty fish. There are plenty of monsters on the reefs, too, with Grouper, Snapper, Amberjack, and more.

April

The first few Marlin start to show up in April. Head out in search of these monsters, and you could also run into Bigeye and Albacore Tuna. As always, the reefs are full of tasty fish!

May

Blue and White Marlin arrive in huge numbers around Madeira in May, joined by the often-overlooked Longbill Spearfish. If you’re after a Billfish Grand Slam, this is a good time to try.

June

Madeira celebrates these incredible waters with the month-long Atlantic Festival. Enjoy everything from roots and arts events to pyromusical shows. Don’t let it distract you from the ocean itself, though!

July

All over the world, pro sportfishing teams head offshore to take part in the Blue Marlin World Cup. Madeira has won this event more than once in the past. Are you feeling lucky?

August

August is the hottest month of the year in Madeira, so expect the beaches to be busy. There’s plenty of space out at sea, though, if you don’t mind fighting Marlin for it! 

September

Every big game species is biting hard in September. Blue and White Marlin, Bigeye, Albacore, and Bluefin Tuna, Longbill Spearfish, Wahoo, Mahi Mahi–they’re all here and they’re all going crazy!

October

October is your last chance to catch Marlin in Madeira, and the Bigeye Tuna are about to move on, too. Don’t miss your chance–get out there and battle some sea monsters!

November

The Billfish may have moved on, but Wahoo, Albacore, and Bluefin Tuna are still around in force. The reefs never go quiet here, either. Just take your pick and enjoy. 

December

Christmas in Funchal is a wonderland of colorfully-lit streets and seasonal joy. Hit the reefs to catch some delicious bottom fish and bring home a real Christmas feast!

Madeira Fishing Calendar

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What anglers said about fishing in Madeira

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