Water was so flat, you wouldn’t know you were on the ocean.
Went on an afternoon half-day bottom fishing trip on 20 June 2025. Weather was good. A bit overcast to start the day, which was perfect.
Began with trolling west along the coast in hopes of getting a barracuda strike, or some other species.  Had a few on the Lowrance, but couldn’t entice them to bite.
Made it to where we turned out to sea to hit our bottom-fishing target spots. Got a bite as we dropped the first bait in the water. Lost it on the way up.
Hit a couple spots and got a few smaller Red Snapper in the cooler. Best fish of the day was a 3.7-kilo Red Snapper. Used some fresh squid for bait. 
Captain Pedro and First Mate John (sorry I can’t spell it correctly, João?) were great.  We learned a lot about fishing in this area, and also a lot of cultural/historical info about Madeira as we traveled along the coast.
The fish weren’t quite as interested in us as we were with them. Still, the crew did their best and we did manage to put a few in the cooler, including the afore mentioned Red Snapper. Had it been another day of the week, we’d have taken it to a local restaurant for dinner.
Great day overall. Sure beat working. Would definitely fish with them again.
Thanks, fellas!

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. The trip was good fun and we shared some beers and good conversation. A lot of interesting insight from Pedro on the fishing both in Madeira and surrounding areas which really showed the depth of his expertise.

My only regret was not taking the 7 hour trip in the end! Like I said…next time I’m in Madeira! Thanks for the fun trip :)

I recently had the pleasure of going on a fishing trip with Captain Pedro, and it was an absolutely fantastic experience from start to finish! The boat was in excellent condition, comfortable, and well-equipped with everything we needed for a successful day on the water.

Captain Pedro and his crew were incredibly knowledgeable and accommodating. Their expertise in trolling, jigging, and deep-sea bottom fishing made the trip both exciting and educational. We managed to catch a variety of fish, including amberjack, bonitos, and barracuda. Each fishing technique was explained thoroughly, and their guidance ensured we had the best chance of making great catches.

One of the highlights was when Captain Pedro found a perfect spot where we could have our catch cooked. This thoughtful touch truly made our day, as we were able to enjoy a delicious meal made from the fish we caught ourselves.

I can’t recommend Captain Pedro and his crew enough. Their professionalism, friendly demeanor, and passion for fishing made this trip unforgettable. If you’re looking for an exceptional fishing adventure, look no further than Captain Pedro!

Captain Pedro and his deck hand were amazing! They took out our two teen boys and they had a blast! They caught some small fish and a 14lbs snapper! The boys had the experience of a lifetime! Thank again! Would definitely recommend and book it again!

Captain Pedro and first mate João were fantastic. They taught us a lot about Madeira and made us laugh. We caught fish despite a lull in the action for the season. The views of Madeira from the water were spectacular. Highly recommended!