The Peninsula of Azuero of Panama is located almost exactly between two of the most renowned fishing locations in the world – Piñas Bay and Hannibal Bank off Coiba Island.

Although these destinations can easily be reached by boat from the Azuero Peninsula, it is not necessary since Marlin, Sailfish, Dolphinfish, Grouper, Snapper, Wahoo and Snook are all available just off the beaches – In addition to the ever-present schools of yellow fin tuna that caused this stretch of coast to be named “The Tuna Coast“.

Imagine you’re on a boat in the Pacific Ocean off the west coast of Panama. You are taken in by the beauty of a tropical islands. Enjoying the pristine waters, when one of the reels starts streaming out line and the mate yells fish on then hands the rod to you. Your heart start pounding. You are wondering what you have on the line. Is it a marlin, sail fish, or a large yellow-fin tuna. Or if you are inshore Azuero Fishing the fish may be a rooster fish, snapper, grouper, or amberjack.

The crews of Azuero Fishing can make this happen for you. They have many years of fishing in their blood and have fished these Panama waters all their lives.

Panama is one of the consistently productive fisheries in the World. So come experience the thrill of catching a world class fish with Azuero Fishing.

From the hot action of Isla Iguana to the super grand slam of Hannibal Bank the consistent quality of Panama‘s offshore and inshore fishing continues to attract anglers to this special place.

Panama Fish Species

Estuary Fish: Estuary fish congregate in deep holes. Fishing the low and rising tide in these areas is good for good catches.

Slope Fish: Slope or bottom fish are fish types that live deep in the water and off the continental shelf of Panama.

Demersal Fish (Bottom feeding fish): Demersal fish type is of commercial interest and are mostly located to the upper 200m. Demersal fish is mostly located in the near shore rocky bottom areas of the Panama gulf coast. Some of the demersal fish you will find in a panama gulf sport fishing charter are groupers, sappers, jacks, pompanos, corvine among others.

Pelagic Fish (Surface feeding or free swimming fish): Pelagic fish are usually fish that live alone or in schools at or near the surface or the shallower areas of the continental waters of the Gulf of Panama. Some of the pelagic fish found in the Gulf of Panama are Barracudas, Amberjacks, Roosterfish and Sierras among others.

What to bring?

When it comes to clothing, you can pack light for Panama’s tropical climate . A washer and dryer are available and the staff can also do your laundry. 

We suggest you bring the following:

• Long pants and sport shirt (with fish on it!) for your air travel and when in Panama City.
• Two pairs of fishing shorts and two fishing shirts (long pants and long-sleeve shirts are advisable fishing attire for anyone with fair skin).
• Alight weight rain jacket for fishing (April to December).
• Your lucky fishing cap or a broad-rimmed “Panamanian” style fishing hat.
• Finger tape for added comfort when battling big game fish.
• Other items to pack include a swimsuit, passport, sun block, sun glasses, lip balm, deck shoes, camera, favorite lures and flies, any movies or CD’s you enjoy, reading material, extra prescription glasses, and any personal items you might need.

Internet and phone service are available in case you need them.

FAQs

Q: What happens in the event of a storm?

A: Every morning the weather is checked before going out on the boat. If a storm is in the forecast, the trip will be cancelled and you will have the option of rescheduling the trip.

Q: Does the crew speak English?

A: Yes.

Q: Is hotel pickup provided?

A: Yes, roundtrip transportation from your hotel to the fishing pier is provided, on your arrival you can decide the time that you will be pick up.



Q: What time do the boats leave?

A: 45 minutes after you are picked up at the hotel.

The full-day charter includes the use of the boat, fuel, lunch, fruit, soft drinks, water (6 bottles), beer (1 case), equipment, and your captain and mate. The boat has an Ipod deck.

For a complete list of lodging options in the Azuero Peninsula please view our article:

“Destination: Pedasi and the Azuero Peninsula”

Vacation packages are available in the area which include several days of fishing and local culture and folklore tours. For more information, please contact us.

Reserve this boat: info@panamatravelgroup.com

+507-399-9830 (Panama)   |    1-786-539-4731 (USA)