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August 08, 2026 Olhão 3 videos
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Trip Summary

Yesterday, August 8, we went to Picos Hermínios (35nautical miles offshore) for the Blue Marlin fishing trip and we had two hooked, for the aspect were between 600lbs and 800lbs but unfortunately for the anglers they released the hook 0/2. We did not have the chance to release and TAG them. Still there for the next trip...
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Ocean Fun & Fishing – Big Game Portugal
Olhao, Faro District, Portugal
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Ocean Fun & Fishing – Big Game Fishing Portugal is a charter company and registered brand created in 2016 by Capt. João A. Melo, dedicated to Big Game Fishing on the Algarve shore, departing from the Olhão Marina. The "Sal X” is a 36' Riviera refitted in ...

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