Fresh Jamaica Fishing Reports

We were told that because of the heat, the afternoons are better for catching fish when you get a little wind. We intend to go back before we leave and will book an afternoon trip.

You are always search for schools of fish and following birds not a lot of structure holding fish..

Highly recommend planning your fishing trip with Island Dog and their crew! Professional, excellent, lifetime experience!

Seas are calm in the morning and busier in the afternoon as the wind picks up.

Don’t go with a low budget outfit under $600 for 1/2 day. Make sure you are clear on what you want: trolling vs deep dive. If you want to keep the fish, make sure that is allowed and that the crew will clean it. Avoid outfits that offer snorkeling and drinking if you really want to catch fish.

Go on Captain Criag's Magic Reel trip! We didn't catch much the day we went, it was rough and a bit rainy, but we had a fun and memorable trip.

Take care of the Capital we don’t tip the Captain in the states just the mate

Go the full 8 hour charter if you can, it may take the first 4 hours to find & get on the fish!

Only caught one fish but it was a good one. Water is a little rough so recommend motion sickness patch/pill.

Remember to troll closer along the shorelines of Och Rios if thrtes little action in the ocean. The 8 rivers dump into the ocean there and stir up activity. Especially when the ocean water is warmer, as in August.

The crew of Reel Magic were great with our first timers. Bring sun screen and a good attitude. The rest will be fantastic!