Boat Fishing In Sesimbra

- Boat fishing in areas between 3 miles and 5 miles from the Sesimbra’s harbour at depths of between 30 and 80 meters.

- Target species to be caught: white and black seabream, red snapper, gild-head bream, european conger and grouper.

- Minimum number of participants: 5

- For other schedules contact info@bolhastours.com

Included:

• Boat rental with crew
• Insurance for all participants
• Fishing assistant

Daily transfer Lisbon/Sesimbra/Lisbon: from €29 per person

Useful advises

Comfortable shoes and attire suitable for the time of the year.

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Gather your friends and prepare for an action-packed day filled with exhilarating catches aboard one of our expertly equipped boats!

Our sport fishing tours run year-round along the coastal areas of Lisbon and Sesimbra, ensuring an exciting experience regardless of the season. During this reef fishing tour, target species include seabreams, snapper, gilt-head bream, conger, and groupers.

We prioritize responsible fishing practices, adhering to legal regulations and mandatory minimum catch and weight limits to promote sustainable fish stocks.

For special group rates and custom boat fishing events, please contact us.

THE MAIN SPECIES OF SESIMBRA

• White seabream (Diplodus sargus): This is an abundant species in Sesimbra, which can be found at different depths, but is most commonly caught at depths of up to 50 meters off the coast. As an adult, it has 1 black vertical stripe on the caudal peduncle and 9 alternating dark and light vertical stripes on the sides, while juveniles have only 5 darker stripes. Its combativeness when casting is an attractive feature for sport fishing.
  Minimum legal catch size: 15 cm.
• Black seabream (Spondyliosoma cantharus): This species thrives abundantly in Sesimbra and inhabits various depths, with its primary catch zone typically extending to depths of up to 50 meters along the coastline. As adults, they exhibit distinct markings, including a single black vertical stripe on the caudal peduncle and nine alternating dark and light vertical stripes along the sides. In contrast, juveniles display only five darker stripes. Their spirited resistance when hooked adds an enticing element to sport fishing pursuits.
  Minimum legal catch size: 23 cm.
• Axillary seabream (Pagellus acarne): This species commonly resides in sandy and algae-covered beds and is plentiful along the Sesimbra coastline. It's often found in significant numbers, with specimens occasionally exceeding 500 grams, particularly in the Cabo Espichel and Sesimbra regions. When active, it aggressively strikes at baits. Adult individuals possess a distinguishing characteristic: a dark spot at the base of the pectoral fins.
  Minimum legal catch size: 18 cm.
• Red snapper (Pagrus pagrus): This fish species ranks among the top targets for anchored fishing, prized for its significant commercial and culinary worth. Its capture guarantees deep-sea anglers a challenging battle, owing to its formidable strength and resistance upon being hooked. In its juvenile stage, it favors shallow, sheltered areas, typically found at depths of up to 60 meters. As adults, they inhabit depths ranging from 10 to 250 meters. Around the age of 3, they undergo a sex change, with females transitioning into males upon reaching sexual maturity. Characterized by a pinkish hue and silvery sides adorned with a distinct lateral line of scales extending to the caudal fin.
  Minimum legal catch size: 20 cm.

OCEAN CONSERVATION INITIATIVE

At Bolhas Tours, we advocate for responsible deep-sea sport fishing practices, emphasizing selective capture and adherence to minimum size regulations and total catch limits. Join us in our commitment to conserving and sustaining marine species.

FAQs

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Bolhas Tours promotes the maintenance of healthy fishing stocks as well as the practice of Catch & Release whenever the species caught have no relevant food value or are not aim for alimentation purposes.