Captain
Diogo Nóbrega

Member since June 2026 Funchal, Portugal
Background
Benefit from Captain Diogo’s extensive knowledge of Madeira’s local fishing grounds and enjoy a memorable fishing trip in Funchal. Using techniques such as bottom fishing, drifting, jigging, and more, you’ll have the opportunity to target species like Atlantic Mackerel, Goliath Grouper, and Gag Grouper. The best way to learn is to join him on the water and experience Madeira’s fishing traditions firsthand.

Hey, I'm Captain Diogo Nóbrega

Funchal, Portugal
Background
Benefit from Captain Diogo’s extensive knowledge of Madeira’s local fishing grounds and enjoy a memorable fishing trip in Funchal. Using techniques such as bottom fishing, drifting, jigging, and more, you’ll have the opportunity to target species like Atlantic Mackerel, Goliath Grouper, and Gag Grouper. The best way to learn is to join him on the water and experience Madeira’s fishing traditions firsthand.
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Xavelha Ocean Roots

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(3 reviews)
Funchal
 Last booking: 10 hours ago
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Trips from US $173

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 3 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (4)
Cery nice morning trip.
Cery nice morning trip.
Cery nice morning trip.
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Gareth R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Lovely crew of three, great traditional boat and fantastic experience!

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hr – Traditional Fishing Escape on July 23, 2026
We really enjoyed our fishing trip. The crew did everything possible to make it as enjoyable as possible. They really did do...
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Jan S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great authentic fishing trip!

VERIFIED   4 Hr – Traditional Experience - 2:00 PM on July 3, 2026
Very nice family fishing trip. Nice authentic an colorfull boat. Crew very kind, helpfull and experienced. Top coastal views...
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Maciej M.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Cery nice morning trip.

VERIFIED   4 Hr – Traditional Experience on July 3, 2026
Very friendly and professional crew. We had a great morning and we caught some fish. Nice experience I can recommend.
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