Sea Fishing in Marbella

A few years ago, Oscar changed its home port of Benalmadena, for Puerto Banus. Besides being a flagship port, the main reason for this move to Banús, was that the port is located just 15 minutes by boat to the best fishing areas around Malaga. While the seabed off the coast of Benalmadena is mainly sandy, here in Puerto Banus there are a wide range of rock formations, ridges and wrecks. For example, less than two miles from the port is an area called "Las Bóvedas", where the seabed rises from 70 meters to only 19 meters. Clearly these seamounts generate tremendous currents and attract a lot of fish. In addition, only 20 miles away is the Strait of Gibraltar, a real nursery, which feeds the area with large predators such as the pink dentex, amberjack or grouper...
Banús is just outside the "funnel" in the Strait of Gibraltar, which does not suffer the harsh weather of the Strait. Many are the days when the weather prevents fishing in the Strait, but there are no problems in the area of Banús.

The captain is highly experienced in all types of fishing techniques, but completely recommended deep sea fishing and deep sea trolling. It is the surest way to catch fish, and at the same time catch nice specimens such as dentex, red porgy, amberjack, Moroccan dentex, red hind and other large predators.
For those that prefer big game fishing, we can asure you that Oscar is the best for the job. The possibilities of catching tuna, Mediterranean marlin, swordfish, and other large types of marlin are great when you are with this guy.
The seabed in the area near Malaga and Benalmadena is relatively flat and sandy. To find depths of 100 meters or more, you have to go out several miles from the coast. In front of Marbella and Puerto Banus, however, el marine bottom is rocky with depths that are clearly marked. It’s a paradise for fishing, as there is an abundance of fish. There are areas, such as ‘Las Bovedas’ for example, where the marine bottom rises from 70 meters to only 19 meters in depth. It is clear that these underwater mountains generate tremendous currents and attract lots of fish.
Deep sea fishing and deep sea trolling are widely practiced to catch amberjack, Pink dentex, grouper or dentex, among others. At sea, you can fish for bluefin tuna, swordfish, marlin and the Mediterranean marlin.

There are daily direct flights from the main European and US airports to Malaga Airport.

The boat is a STARFISHER LUNA 10.60 7 2007 with two 260 hp Yanmar engines; it is fully prepared for big game fishing and deep sea fishing.

It is one of the best equipped Charters that we have seen. It has GPS, plotter, sonar (2000 meters), radar (48 mile range antenna), phone with two radio stations, auto pilot, video camera, fighting chair, hard top, double fly bridge cockpit, hot water, outriggers, 10 rod holders, wc, shower, life raft for 10 persons, solarium on the bow for three people ...

The boat is in perfect condition, everything is tidy and shiny. The skipper is such a perfectionist that the engines and bilges cannot have any spots of rust or oil.

No wonder that every four years, when he puts his boat for sale, it takes less than a week to sell it.

The Captain

Undoubtedly, Oscar and his boat Luna are the best option to enjoy a fantastic day of fishing. A part from the fact that Oscar is a wonderful person who treats his customers like kings, he has 15 years experience of absolute dedication. He only does one thing: Fish. And each time he goes out, he demonstrates that he is the best at what he does.

He has fished in Senegal, Mauritius and Miami where he has learned countless techniques.

He won the Big Game Fishing Contest in Malaga three times, twice came in second in the same contest in Benalmádena also got second in the Big Game Fishing Contest in Estepona.

There is the possibility of competing with the boat Luna 7, for example, in the International Fishing Championship to be held in Benalmádena August 2010 or the Prince of Asturias Cup which will be organized in Marbella this September 2010.

15 pound rods with Daiwa BG 90 reels for deep sea trolling which is very poplular in Málaga especially for catching dentex, sea bass, Pink dentex, amberjack, etc..

We use 30 pound rods and reels for trolling. For chumming we use 80 pound rods and 130 pound Shimano reels. Also Shimano 50 pound reels.

Melia Marbella Banus: Rooms at Meliá Marbella Banus come with a 32-inch plasma-screen TV and a terrace with swimming pool views. Guests have free access to the sauna, Turkish bath and jacuzzi. The Meliá Banus features 3 swimming pools, including special areas for children. The main outdoor pool is equipped with waterfalls and surrounded by gardens. Guests can play tennis or paddle tennis, and enjoy buffet meals at the restaurant.
Hotel Pyr: The Pyr Marbella is in the centre of Puerto Banús, 300 metres from the beach. It has 2 swimming pools. The Pyr Marbella offers studios for up to 3 people, with 2 beds, a sofa bed and a terrace or balcony with table and chairs. A kitchen area has hobs and fridge, allowing you to prepare your own meals. Wi-Fi is available on request.
Hotel Guadalpin Banus: The Guadalpin Banus has direct beach access and is a 15-minute walk from the centre of Puerto Banus. It offers free Wi-Fi internet and large rooms with a plasma TV. There is a beach club and a sunbathing terrace surrounding the large outdoor swimming pool. For children there is a kid's club. You can also enjoy a free sauna.

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