Madeira is famous for its larger-than-average Blue Marlin, with most of those hooked in the area weighing between 500-700 lbs. Most years seen at least one 'grander' (fish weighing over 1000lbs) caught off Madeira, with the first grander to be caught in European waters supposedly caught here by Dr Antonio Ribeiro, a pioneer of Blue Marlin fishing on the island. Due to the island's steep drop off close to shore it is possible to catch Blue Marlin just 1 km away from the marina. The main fishing grounds are on the protected south coast of the island, with lure fishing the most common method used.
Madeira Blue Marlin Fishing Charters
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Funchal
Winter Big Game Fishing 7h
+5
If you're visiting the incredible Madeira between October and the end of May, this exciting 7-hour trip will give you the opportunity to experience some of the best game fishing at a discounted price! The main stars of this trip will include heavy-weights such as Tuna, Wahoo, Mahi, Marlin, and many other prestigious species.
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Price for up to 6 people
US $1,502
Blue Marlin Fishing in Madeira
- Size200 to 400lbs
- Food ValueGood
- Game QualitiesExcellent
- HabitatsOffshore
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Seasonality
Blue Marlin fishing in Madeira varies moderately throughout the year. High season is May to August. Low season is January to March and October to December. There is no closed season.
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What anglers said about Blue Marlin Fishing in Madeira
Samantha A.
Reviewed Big Game Fishing – 4h (AM)
Fantastic day out with Captn Anders and his crew
5/5
Beautiful boat beautiful people and we ended the day with them helping my 17 year old land a blue marlin all on his own. What else could you ask for! Kind generous people with terrific equipment and the ability to teach people without experience with big game
Bob B.
Reviewed 8 Hour Trip – Big Game
Top rate
5/5
Co captains Adriane and Gonzalo provided the ultimate experience. They were meticulous from boat to the spreads and even lunch. I planned on writing this review compared to my experience in Funchal two days earlier with or without a hook up as local fishing had been spotty at best. No need 700 plus blue marlin. No matter where in Madeira you are I highly recommend Calheta and Boca Raton.
David P.
Reviewed Full Day Trip
7hr big game trip on our mary
5/5
Unbelievable!! Captain Jose had us into a 750lb blue marlin within 15 mins of the harbour!! 1hr and 20 mins later we got her to the boat then released! Incredible experience, fantastic lunch, fabulous crew! I know we were lucky and this doesn’t happen every trip but I’ll take it every time! Thanks guys, we’ll be back soon!
Brooke B.
Reviewed Big Game Fishing 4h (AM)
Half day morning with Solomon and Anabal
5/5
Solomon, the first mate was great and experienced. He and Anabal had us hooked up with a blue marlin by 11:20. Trip started at 10:00. Approx 400lbs. Only a mile from shore. Wonderful flat seas and perfect weather. Would hire these guys again. Thanks guys.
Marie P.
Reviewed Deep Sea fishing
Alex and Lucy are a great team
5/5
Very helpful before the trip with clear information about what was included and directions to the marina and their quay. Lovely snacks and sandwiches / drinks provided by Lucy. Only a few tiddlers caught on our 4 hour trip but that’s fishing for you !!
