Marlin Fishing Bermuda

Fishing in Bermuda

There aren't many places in the world that provide anglers with more than a decent chance of encountering and capturing a 1,000-pound-plus marlin. The list gets even smaller when you're talking about blue marlin and smaller still when you narrow the hunt to the Atlantic Ocean.

There's only one spot in the Atlantic that combines big-fish action offshore, a good number of local, competent charter boats, and a fabulous tourist spot with enough luxury to satisfy the pickiest of spouses, and that's Bermuda. Most of the granders caught in Bermuda were caught in a sliver of water known as "Grander Alley." Bermuda is nearly on the same degree of latitude as Madeira, and you can start fishing deep blue water at four miles out. The island is surrounded by deep blue ocean water with good concentrations of bait like blackfin tuna, yellowfin and skipjacks. Crews here break out the 130s and the big lures and teasers designed to grab the attention of a 1,000-plus-pounder.

Good, skilled crews, excellent onshore amenities and a willing population of giant blue marlin make Bermuda a perfect choice for Marlin University! This is also a great destination to bring a nonfishing guest.

Beyond the Cockpit

Bermuda's popularity as a fishing destination has soared over the past decade, as each year more avid anglers have discovered these beautiful turquoise waters. There is no question that the best way to experience Bermuda is on the water. You can entertain yourself on the water with snorkeling, scuba diving, kayaking, jet skiing, sailing and going on a glass-bottom boat tour offered by several outfits on the island. If you decide to check out Bermuda by land, all the marinas are located in or near Hamilton, Bermuda's main town, and are within walking distance of the shops, restaurants and bars. Venturing farther out of the city, by either taxi or moped (you cannot rent cars in Bermuda) you will find magnificent beaches with pink sand on the South Shore, caves and forts to explore at the east end and golf courses to play from one end of the island to the other. Bermuda is the perfect destination to bring a nonfishing guest, as there are plenty of activities and beautiful beaches to explore.

Bermuda Game Boats

Mako" - Captain Allen DeSilva
56' Sunny Briggs
www.fishbermuda.com

Fishing aboard Make, a 56ft Sunny Briggs is fast and first-class. Mako has caught and released the most blue marlin in Bermuda over the past 22 years and hold Bermuda's blue marlin record, a 1,352-pounder. In 2006, Mako caught two granders within a week of each other.