Ocean Fun & Fishing – Big Game

Ocean Fun & Fishing – Big Game Fishing Portugal is a charter company and registered brand created in 2016 by Capt. João A. Melo, dedicated to Big Game Fishing on the Algarve shore, departing from the Olhão Marina.

The "Sal X” is a 36’ Riviera refitted in 2023. It is stable, reliable, and designed for the deep blue ocean. The 370 HP Cummins engines give the boat a cruise speed of 18 knots and a top speed of 26 knots. Amenities on board include a toilet for your convenience, a kitchen to prepare your meals, and a comfortable area for leisure dining. But most important, it comes with a fighting chair, outriggers, downriggers, and all essentials of a fishing machine.

Rods, reels, tackle, lures, and bait are included. The crew is ready to receive you aboard for the offshore fishing experience and will accommodate you and your party in this unique adventure.

If Billfish is your passion, come to Portugal, the best big game fishing location in Europe. The warm waters from the Mediterranean Sea entering the Atlantic Ocean run up to the Gulf of Cadiz, making this area the only place in Europe where it is possible to catch, tag, and release the Billfish and some of the biggest Bluefin Tuna in the world.

Capt. João Melo and his crew welcome anglers of all skill levels, teaching you if needed and helping you reach the climax of having a giant Bluefin Tuna or a Blue Marlin at the end of the line, and it’s a fight of a lifetime. The ultimate big game fishing trips in Algarve.

The big pelagic specimens are tagged and released, and ensuring the best conditions for their survival is a priority, following the guidelines of international associations such as the IGFA and the Billfish Foundation. We also collaborate with scientific researchers from IPMA (Portuguese Institute for Sea and Atmosphere) for the study of various species.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Viaje Privado
    6 Hour Trip – Family Day Off
    Cancelación GRATIS 60 días de aviso
    6 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 9:00 AM
    Viaje de temporada May 4 - Nov 5
    US $1,185
    Enjoy fishing whit your family up to 7 nautical miles offshore. The crew welcomes anglers of all skill levels. We are ready to teach you if needed. Our main targets will be the White Marlin, Mahi Mahi, Skipjack, and Bonito. This is a lifetime experience for you and your kids (the minimum age is 8 years old), and not to be missed! Seasonal.
    Tipos de Pesca
    Pesca Cerca de la Costa
    Técnicas de Pesca
    Equipo Ligero
    Troleo
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Marlin (White)
    White Marlin
    Tuna (Skipjack)
    Skipjack Tuna
    Tuna (Albacore)
    Albacore Tuna
    Bonito
    Bonito
    Tuna (Bigeye)
    Bigeye Tuna
  • Viaje Privado
    8 Hour Trip – White Marlin
    Cancelación GRATIS 60 días de aviso
    8 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 8:00 AM
    Viaje de temporada Jul 1 - Nov 5
    US $1,509
    Discover the blue waters of Algarve up to 20 nautical miles offshore and see, catch, tag, and release White Marlin. You will be releasing all the fish you catch. This trip will provide a lifetime experience you do not want to miss! Seasonal.
    Tipos de Pesca
    Pesca en Alta Mar
    Técnicas de Pesca
    Equipo Ligero
    Troleo
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Marlin (White)
    White Marlin
    Tuna (Skipjack)
    Skipjack Tuna
    Tuna (Albacore)
    Albacore Tuna
    Bonito
    Bonito
    Tuna (Bigeye)
    Bigeye Tuna
  • Viaje Privado
    8 Hour Trip – Giant Bluefin Tuna
    Cancelación GRATIS 60 días de aviso
    8 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 8:00 AM
    Viaje de temporada Jun 1 - Aug 5
    US $1,670
    Enjoy a day of fishing for the giant Bluefin Tuna up to 12 nautical miles off the shore. Catch and release is mandatory. Join your friendly crew and create many unforgettable memories that you will gladly cherish for the rest of your life! Seasonal trip.
    Tipos de Pesca
    Pesca en Alta Mar
    Técnicas de Pesca
    Equipo Pesado
    Troleo
    Targeted fish
    Tuna (Bluefin)
    Bluefin Tuna
  • Viaje Privado
    10 Hour Trip – Blue Marlin
    Cancelación GRATIS 60 días de aviso
    10 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 7:00 AM
    Viaje de temporada Jun 1 - Nov 5
    US $2,263
    Discover the deep blue waters of Algarve up to 40 nautical miles offshore. You will have the chance to catch, tag, and release a Blue Marlin. Seasonal.
    Tipos de Pesca
    Pesca en Alta Mar
    Técnicas de Pesca
    Equipo Pesado
    Troleo
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Marlin (White)
    White Marlin
    Tuna (Skipjack)
    Skipjack Tuna
    Tuna (Albacore)
    Albacore Tuna
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FAQs about Ocean Fun & Fishing – Big Game

Ocean Fun & Fishing – Big Game offers the following trips to customers:
  • €1,100 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Family Day Off (6 hours)
  • €1,400 per group - 8 Hour Trip – White Marlin (8 hours)
  • €1,550 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Giant Bluefin Tuna (8 hours)
  • €2,100 per group - 10 Hour Trip – Blue Marlin (10 hours)

When you book a trip with Ocean Fun & Fishing – Big Game, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Baño The bathroom is private. Sink, toilet and shower with hot water, we have moisturizing and sun creams, hairdryer and other details.
  • Aire Acondicionado
  • Silla de combate
  • GPS Raymarine Axion
  • Localizador de peces Hondex - Sonar
  • Cama
  • Flybridge
  • Equipo de snorkel
  • Vivero para la carnada
  • Cocina
  • Refrigerador
  • Equipo Multimedia
  • Outriggers
  • Nevera para la pesca
  • Radar Furuno

Trips booked with Ocean Fun & Fishing – Big Game include:
  • Cañas, carretes y equipo
  • Carnada Viva (We only use live bait on Reef fishing or deep sea fishing, and is included in the price.)
  • Señuelos
  • Snacks (Breakfast )
  • Bebidas (Limited )
  • Marinero (We have in all fishing trips 2 mates, the first mate is focused on fishing and the second is attentive to the needs of customers, drinks, food, etc. Normally the tip is 10% to 15% of the final price of the trip.)
  • Licencia de Pesca (The fishing license we carry on the boat is valid for 24 hours, we need a angler identification number, like passport or drive license.)
  • Almuerzo (Breakfast/Lunch - depending on the fishing trip)

Ocean Fun & Fishing – Big Game offers the following types of fishing:
  • Pesca Cerca de la Costa (From 5 up to 15 nautical miles)
  • Pesca en Alta Mar (From 15 up to 40 nautical miles)

Ocean Fun & Fishing – Big Game offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Equipo Ligero
  • Equipo Pesado
  • Troleo
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing
  • Pesca de Mar Profundo

Top targeted fish species with Ocean Fun & Fishing – Big Game include:
  • Bonito
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Swordfish
  • Tuna (Albacore)
  • Tuna (Bigeye)
  • Tuna (Bluefin)
  • Tuna (Skipjack)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)

Sobre el Charter Operator

Ocean Fun & Fishing – Big Game Portugal
Olhão, Faro District, Portugal
Reportes de Pesca
Identificación y licencia verificadas
6 Opiniones de los clientes
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Miembro desde Enero 2018
João Melo, the Skipper, born in 1969 in Portugal has the passion for the sea and fishing, since he was a child. With a wide professional experience in tourism and events, in 2013 he opened a tourist maritime business activity, focusing on Big Game fishing at the Olhao-Algarve, thus fulfilling the desire to work on what he likes the most. Along with this achievement, he is committed to practice sustainability and protection of the species, by catching, tagging, and releasing them, as well as collaborating with scientific researchers. His motto is: “Protection is Fun” In 2016, Ocean Fun &Fishing Big Game Portugal was created, with the vessel EOLLA III, a Starfisher 840. The continued will to improve services of excellence lead to the current moment: the recent acquisition of the vessel “SAL X”, a Riviera 36 (renovated in 2023), prepared to provide the best experience of Big Game in Portugal.

Sobre este listado

Especies de Interés

Bonito Bonito
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue) Blue Marlin
Marlin (White) White Marlin

Especificaciones del barco

Riviera (Sportfishing) construido en 1999, y restaurado en 2023. Impulsado por 2 370HP Cummins motores, con una velocidad máxima de crucero de 18 nudos.

Longitud
36 ft
Capacidad
6 personas

Tipos de Pesca

Pesca Cerca de la Costa
From 5 up to 15 nautical miles
Pesca en Alta Mar
From 15 up to 40 nautical miles

Técnicas de Pesca

Equipo Ligero
Equipo Pesado
Troleo
Popping
Drift Fishing
Pesca de Mar Profundo

Servicios

Baño
The bathroom is private. Sink, toilet and shower with hot water, we have moisturizing and sun creams, hairdryer and other details.
Aire Acondicionado
Silla de combate
GPS
Raymarine Axion
Localizador de peces
Hondex - Sonar
Cama

El Viaje Incluye

Cañas, carretes y equipo
Carnada Viva
We only use live bait on Reef fishing or deep sea fishing, and is included in the price.
Señuelos
Snacks
Breakfast
Bebidas
Limited
Marinero
We have in all fishing trips 2 mates, the first mate is focused on fishing and the second is attentive to the needs of customers, drinks, food, etc. Normally the tip is 10% to 15% of the final price of the trip.
Licencia de Pesca
The fishing license we carry on the boat is valid for 24 hours, we need a angler identification number, like passport or drive license.
Almuerzo
Breakfast/Lunch - depending on the fishing trip

Política de Cancelación

Cancelación gratis hasta 60 días antes del viaje

Los clientes pueden cancelar o modificar su reserva hasta 60 días antes de la fecha del viaje sin cargo. Si el viaje se cancela o modifica después, o en caso de no presentarse, se cobrará el 100% del depósito.

Políticas

Traslado no incluído
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Se permiten niños
Older than 8 years
Se permite captura y liberación
TBF's Tag & Release Program

Pago

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

Cuando el capitán confirme tu viaje, FishingBooker cargará a su tarjeta de crédito un depósito del 10% para garantizar la reserva.

El saldo restante se pagará directamente al operador del charter en la fecha del viaje o antes en uno de los siguientes métodos de pago:

Efectivo
Visa
Mastercard
PayPal
Transferencia Bancaria
Al pagar el saldo restante con tarjeta de crédito, habrá un cargo adicional del 1.5%

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Opiniones de los clientes

Calificación general
Excellent
4.9 / 5
de 5 estrellas de 6 reseñas
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Fotos de clientes (6)
Great crew and boat
Great crew and boat
Great crew and boat
+3
Calificación del pescador
6
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Opinión de los pescadores
Buena experiencia
100%
Capitán amigable
100%
Recomienda este charter
100%
Apto para niños
75%
Satisfecho con el barco
100%
Atrapé lo que quería
67%
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Frank B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Beautiful day at sea

VERIFICADO   6 Hour Trip – Family Day Off on Octubre 11, 2023
From begin until end all 100% perfect Nice people and also nice foods and drinks. The fishing this day is perfect,...
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David A.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Very good
4.0 / 5
En general

Great crew and boat

VERIFICADO   6 Hour Trip – Family Day Off on Octubre 1, 2023
My wife and I booked a six hour big game trip $1300 CAD (blue/ white marlin, skipjack, bonito).  Four man crew who were very...
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Maude W.
Baden, ON
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Fishing with Joao

VERIFICADO   6 Hour Trip – Family Day Off on Septiembre 21, 2023
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James D.
Dublin, Ireland
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Day for Blue fin tuna

VERIFICADO   Day trip on Julio 23, 2022
2 absolute gentleman on the boat myself and 3 pals went out for the day .. they couldn’t have tried any harder we had a great...
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Hugo M.
Funchal, Portugal
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Best day ever!

VERIFICADO   White Marlin - Half Day on Septiembre 2, 2019
The Captain and first mate are just wonderful guys! The boat and all equipment is top notch. They prepared great snacks and...
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