Great Trip

Anglers' gallery (33)

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  Henry Talbot

  Repeat angler

  

  United Kingdom

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  Member since 2024

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  2 trips

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  5.0

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  Making Dreams come true - Amazing day

  Half day - Family Friends day OFF on August 6, 2025 • 6 adults • 3 children

  Captain Joao and the guys on board made it a day to remember for the rest of our lives. We went out for white marlin in one of the toughest months of the season and we came back with one caught (20/25KG), one fish lost, saw 50+ dolphins and 2/3 pilot whales. Truly great morning out. We had a lovely breakfast laid on for us on arrival that all of us enjoyed. The boat had more than enough cold drinks of every type for us. They were all very knowledgable and spoke great English and spent time explaining all about the fishing and the fish. We had two kids with us (11 and 9) and the youngest felt sea sick so captain gave him anti sea sickness tablets that obviously worked as he managed to sneak off and eat half of the cake we were given for breakfast 🤣. The other boy caught the first fish we hooked and the guys tagged and released it, giving him a certificate that named the fish after him and gave him a memento of the capture that he will never forget. All in all a great trip and cannot recommend more. I’ll definitely be looking to return and go out again with these guys. Thanks Joao and the boys.

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  Response from Charter operator

  August 11, 2025

  Dear Henry, thank you for understanding our job, it’s a requirement on Ocean Fun and Fishing to know all about Ria Formosa and the sea around us as the fishing in Portugal… explain to the anglers what is going on here, what you can fish or what you don’t and the penalties for fishing illegally. The kids/young adults are our future and it’s a great pleasure to have them on board and always do what is on our power to make the experience memorable, as always we'll be ready to welcome you again for another marvelous day of fishing and the seafari, as it was this year but with different species! Thank you Henry and you and the guys and lady always welcome on board. Joao

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  Paula Pfiester

  Repeat angler

  

  Portugal

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  Member since 2025

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  2 trips

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  5.0

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  Unforgettable Fishing Trip in Olhão with Captain João! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

  Half day - Family Friends day OFF on July 27, 2025 • 6 adults

  We had an absolutely amazing morning out on the water with Captain João and his fantastic team in Olhão, Algarve. Our group of six—mostly young adults—had such a fun and memorable experience. The crew were warm, professional, and made us feel welcome from the moment we stepped on board. The fishing itself was great—we caught plenty of fish and had lots of laughs along the way. Captain João shared his local knowledge and really made the trip feel personal and special. The best part? The youngsters took our catch home and grilled it later that day—fresh, delicious, and the perfect end to an unforgettable outing. Highly recommend this experience for anyone visiting the Algarve. Thank you again to João and the team!

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  Response from Charter operator

  July 28, 2025

  Paula and family, thank you so much for your compliments. It is such a pleasure having clients like you on board, turning work to pleasure for all the crew. Next time you return to Portugal, please let us know to welcome you even better. Best regards for all of you and enjoy the vacations!

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  Ricardo Milheiro

  

  Arizona, US

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  Member since 2026

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  5.0

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  Great Trip

  Half day - Reef fishing - Summer on June 24, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child

  Captain and crew were very friendly and welcoming. Went Reef fishing and caught about a dozen fish between the 4 of us. Was hoping for some larger fish but experience was fun overall.

  

  Response from Charter operator

  July 17, 2026

  Dear Ricardo, It was realy a pleasure to have aboard tou and tour family, and for you have a experience that so long you wait for it. I hope you come back to the experience with pelagics like Bluefin tuna, White or Blue Marlin. Best regards e muito obrigado Capt.Joao A Melo

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  Mike Savard

  

  Massachusetts, US

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  Member since 2022

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  4.7

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  Great day on the Water

  Half day - Family Friends day OFF on August 5, 2025 • 3 adults

  My son and brother inlaw wanted to fish offshore in the Algarve, I can't say enough about Joao and his crew. The crew and captain were a class act and very friendly. We will go back next year no doubt. 10 min into the trip, we hooked and landed a large white marlin, awesome day and can't say enough about this boat, Ty again gents, you made our trip

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  Response from Charter operator

  August 6, 2025

  Mike it's always amazing having people like you and your family and friend on board. We are glad you enjoyed our boat as it's one of our top priorities to keep it clean and tidy. And we will welcome you next year, ready for another great day of fishing.

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  Seth Wyatt

  

  Washington State, US

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  Member since 2025

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  5.0

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  beautiful day

  Full Day White Marlin on October 2, 2025 • 3 adults

  lovely experience. knowledgeable captain and crew. would definitely book them again.

  

  Response from Charter operator

  October 5, 2025

  Seth, it was a pleasure having you on board and we are glad you enjoyed the experience. The crew always strives to do their best so your compliments are very welcome. We hope you come back for another trip next year. Thank you and see you soon!