Atlantic Blue Marlin of gigantic size are found in the months from May through October. Average size is 6-700 lb. World records are taken on a regular basis. We recommend you join the I.G.F.A. and read the ’Rule Book’ before you come fishing. (http://www.igfa.org/) We support ’tag and release’ and use Bill fish foundation tags on all Bill Fish. (You can join the Bill Fish Foundation http://www.billfishfoundation.org/) and support conservation efforts and tag research). Broadbill Swordfish, Mako Shark, Skipjack, Amberjack can also be taken.
Blue Marlin. Broadbill Swordfish, Mako Shark, Skipjack and Amberjack can also be taken.
About Madeira Madeira is a part of Portugal located in the Atlantic Ocean at 32†North Latitude and about 250 miles west of Casablanca, Morocco. The island is the tip of a gigantic mountain sticking up out of the ocean floor. Needless to say the island is mountainous. Due to the steepness of the mountain itself the ocean reaches a depth of 2000 metres (6500 feet) a very short distance from the shore. The fishing lines can be put out as the boat is leaving port
Captain Peter Bristow Capt. Peter Bristow has a total of 45 years experience of commercial and sport fishing. In 1968 he moved to Cairns, Australia. By 1991 he had boated 51 Blacks over 1000 lb.(Largest 1323 lb). He had tagged, boated or released almost 2000 Giant Blacks and accrued numerous World and Australian records.Because he is at heart a big game fisher,he shipped the Katherine B to Madeira to start a sport fishing venture.He has since formed FISH MADEIRA -
The Katherine B The Katherine B is based upon a Nelson 40. This is a Nelson Mark I hull built by Halmatic on the Isle of Wight in the U.K. Originally built and commissioned by the Royal Navy as a gun boat for use in Abu Dhabi.Standard equipment 4 x 130 Penn International with extra 80, 50, and spinning gear. We supply all the lures and use a full range of Big T, Dustin Foo, Moldcraft,Bart Miller and Gary Eoff/Marlin Magic.You can bring your own favourite lures.
The Fishing
Atlantic Blue Marlin of gigantic size are found in the months from May through October. Average size is 6-700 lb. World records are taken on a regular basis. We recommend you join the I.G.F.A. and read the ’Rule Book’ before you come fishing. (http://www.igfa.org/) We support ’tag and release’ and use Bill fish foundation tags on all Bill Fish.(http://www.billfishfoundation.org/) and support conservation efforts and tag research).
Broadbill Swordfish, Mako Shark, Skipjac
The Madeira weather during summer is very mild. The climate is very temperate. Temperatures range from a minimum in January of 13 C (55F) to 26 - 27 C (79F) in July, August and September.
For fishing I recommend a light jacket, shorts and/or slacks, as it can get a little cool particularly in the evening. Ashore the same gear is generally in order as long as you look decent. A jacket and shirt with tie should also be packed. For the ladies some more dress up clothing might be in order.
Madeira has a typical Mediteranean climate* with winter rain in December, January and February. Bring a raincoat at this time. This great climate is why the grapes do so well and the wine is so good! Polaroid sunglasses or clipons are a must. With them you may see a Marlin behind the lures as well as the crew (that will take a while!).*If you happen to be familiar with the Med, Madeira’s weather is better but the cafe life, not so stimulating. Dress a la St. Tropez and be the center of att
For the non-fishing members in your party or family, there really is plenty to do and see.
* Lovely shopping * Museums and Monuments
* Golf (2 courses). * Levada Walks in the mountains (Madeiras waterways) * There are 2 cable cars available (Monte &Botanical Gardens)
* Madeiras Wine Lodges (tours and tasting).
* The famous Wickerwork of Camacha village (well worth a visit). * Very beautiful embroidery
* The Toboggan ride from Monte. * The Botanical Gardens * The Ferry goes to Port
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