Spearfishing at Porto Moniz

Last week my spearfishing buddy and I had a go at Porto Moniz as the weather conditions were favorable.

The drive out to Porto Moniz took longer than usual as with the recent floods some of roads were washed away and one had to take alternative routes. Porto Moniz is located on the north side of the island and waters there are usually very agitated meaning that there is good fish when diving conditions are favorable.

We wasted no time in getting equipped and within 30 minutes we were in the water. The water temperature was around 18º something that I am not accustomed to so it took a little time adapting. Furthermore visibility was down to 5 meters making it difficult to spot fish.

After three hours of searching in vain for good fish we decided to head back. Claudio my dive buddy still managed to get a nice size sea bream and a medium sized grouper.

Summer will be coming soon and with it come good sized Amberjacks. Something to look for. ..

 

Photo by  Jean & Nathalie

Spearfishing on Madeira Island

Madeira Island offers great spearfishing conditions for amateur and pro spearos. The water is often clean and warm during the Summer months with water temperature averaging 22 degrees and in Winter dropping to 18 degrees.

Spearfishing permits are required and can be obtained in Funchal´s Captania. One can opt for an express licence which costs €10.00 or a standard licence costing €5.50 but has a waiting period of two days.

Below are some of the basic regulations for spearfishing on Madeira 

• 5 fish catch per day
• No scuba equipment whilst spearfishing
• No pressurized spearguns
• Capture of Dusky grouper is illegal

I will be posting some of the best spearfishing spots I have found over the next couple of weeks along with some images. For now enjoy this video on youtube from jovemrafa2

Madeira Big Game Fishing

The Island of Madeira is situated in the Atlantic Ocean surrounded by clear blue waters. The same waters that come to life in the summer with Blue Marlin, White Marlin, Dorado and Tuna Fish. All these big game fish make Madeira an ideal place for big game fishing holidays.

Fishing Charters

There are a variety of charter companies that operate out of the Funchal and Calheta marinas. All offer big game fishing trips which are usually full or half day trips. Some charters include a lunch and complimentary drinks. All charter companies provide anglers with fishing equipment and instructions for beginners.

Big Game Fishing Species

The best months for fishing Blue Marlin, White Marlin and Dorado are during May through to end of September with a good chance at having a go at a 1000lb Blue Marlin.

The best months for Tuna fishing are March and April and provides anglers with the opportunity of catching big Yellow Fin Tuna.

Bottom Fishing Species

If you fancy some bottom fishing there are a few charter companies that offer trips. The targeted species are Dusky Groupers, Amberjacks, Yellowjacks and the common Red Snapper. One of the Madeiras best kept fishing secrets is its quality sting ray fishing. Madeira has a healthy population of these giants. Anglers have been known to catch rays weighing at 200 pounds and more.

So now you what species are available for fishing on Madeira. All that remains visit Madeira and experience Madeira Big Game Fishing at its best.