Tuesday, September 27, 2011

There's Loads Of Joy To Be Found With Guatemala Sportfishing

By Ben Pate


Anglers beware. If you love to fish and you enjoy the wonders of Central America, you might become addicted to Guatemala sportfishing. Many are familiar with the geography of Guatemala. It is surrounded by the Caribbean, the Pacific Ocean, Belize, Mexico, the Honduras and El Salvador. Fewer people are aware that it is the best place in the world for sailfish, black marlin, tuna, and more.

Marlin Fishing

Tackling something like a marlin can be the favorite fantasy of many fishermen. They're huge, weighing many hundreds of pounds and they're fighters. Many use rigged dead bait and cause it to swim or skip across the water. There are others who use live bait because it can be very attractive to smaller marlin. However, with live bait, it's a good idea to make sure you don't end up with a shark on the line.

Tuna Fishing

Tuna is quite popular, too, because as they grow older they become quite large. Sit for a moment and picture yourself with a 400-pound tuna on the line,flipping and thrashing. Then imagine that you are more determined than the fish and before you know it, you might have a story to tell that will beat anything that people read in fiction.

Boat And Lodging Packages

In Guatemala, you'll be able to find packages for boats and Guatemala sportfishing lodges that are completely centered around sportfishing. Everything from the boat to all necessary equipment will be supplied and all you'll need to do is show up and fish. Your fishing trip can be private or you can join a group of like-minded fishermen and make a party of it.

Explore Guatemala

It will be important to remember that you're visiting a foreign country but you can find the details you'll need to know online or in brochures. You'll have to have your passport and your flight will be more than two hours, depending on where you start out. The good news is when you arrive, an English-speaking representative from your lodge will probably be waiting for you. He'll drive you to your accommodations and answer any questions you may have.

Fishing Is Serious

Guatemalans take their fishing seriously and they know you do, too. Of course, it's important to stay sharp while you're visiting a foreign country. However, there are no known reports of a visiting angler having trouble. Lodgings and boats are secure and there is a strong police presence in the country. You'll be safe.

Other Fish To Catch

The abundance of billfish, mahi maji, marlin, tuna and more is because of the coastline and the ecosystem in the area. Be sure to check the season for the fish you want and get there at the right time. The waters will be full of fish waiting for your line.




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