Bluefin tuna fishing in Morocco
Bluefin tuna on poppers!
Bluefin tuna fishing in Morocco is a real insider tip for big-game anglers! We have found an experienced partner who has perfected the art of fishing for giant bluefin tuna in Morocco. What makes it special is that we actively fish using poppers and stickbaits. On this exclusive bluefin tuna charter, you have a realistic chance of catching the world’s largest species of tuna with a popper rod. Popping for tuna in particular ensures spectacular fights and unforgettable moments on the water.
Itinerary for the Bluefin Tuna Fishing Trip
Your trip begins with your departure from your home airport. From there, you’ll fly via Madrid to Tangier – one of the absolute hotspots for bluefin tuna fishing in Morocco. After a flight of around six hours, you’ll arrive in Tangier and be taken directly by airport transfer to the hotel at the marina. There, you’ll check into your rooms and get your fishing gear ready for the coming days. Two anglers share a room with two single beds and a private bathroom.
There are numerous restaurants in the immediate vicinity of the hotel where you can enjoy dinner as you wish. Our local partner knows all the culinary insider tips in Tangier and will be happy to help you choose. So nothing stands in the way of a relaxing evening after an exciting day’s fishing.
Bluefin tuna fishing in Morocco using poppers and stickbaits
On this bluefin tuna fishing trip in Morocco, you’ll be targeting trophy-sized bluefin tuna using poppers and stickbaits. Popping for tuna is heavily dependent on the tides. That’s why your fishing days are always tailored to the current tide.
Our experienced local captain knows exactly when and under what conditions the bluefin tuna are active. The schedule for each day’s fishing is therefore planned individually on a daily basis. The bluefin season in Morocco is relatively short. The best months for a successful bluefin tuna charter are May to July, as well as September and October.
What is a typical day’s bluefin tuna fishing like?
Depending on the tide, the fishing day begins either early in the morning or not until late morning. This means you’ll be fishing with poppers and stickbaits exclusively during the prime feeding times. As popping for tuna is physically demanding, it makes sense to fish only under optimal conditions.
Bluefin tuna fishing in Morocco is usually carried out using a technique known as ‘blind casting’. This means that you cast your poppers and stickbaits specifically at current edges and rugged underwater structures. Bluefin tuna in Morocco rarely come right up to the surface or form large baitballs. Although birds occasionally give away the position of the tuna, such situations are rather rare.
Our captain has been fishing for bluefin tuna in Morocco for many years and knows the fish’s habits inside out. Days with four to six bluefins landed are therefore not uncommon. The best fishing day to date even yielded 14 bluefins caught and successfully released. Last season alone, more than 150 bluefin tuna were caught and carefully released.
The fishing day usually ends after eight to ten hours – depending on the fish’s activity and the anglers’ stamina. As the hotel is situated right next to the marina, you can conveniently leave your fishing gear on the boat. You can then round off the evening with a good meal. There are various restaurants near the hotel or the hotel’s own restaurant to choose from. The trip includes accommodation with breakfast, so you remain flexible when it comes to dinner.
Chances of catching giant bluefin tuna in Morocco
The average size of bluefin tuna expected in Morocco ranges from 50 to 150 kilograms. However, every year, genuine monster fish weighing over 200 kilograms are caught. Anyone fishing for bluefin tuna in Morocco should be aware that patience and perseverance are crucial. It often takes some time to locate active fish.
That’s why, when it comes to tuna fishing, the motto is: cast, cast and cast again! The bites often come completely out of the blue and demand the angler’s full concentration. Particularly large bluefin tuna will not forgive any mistakes during the fight.
Return journey
On the day of departure, after an early breakfast, you will leave the hotel and head for the airport. The journey takes about 30 minutes. After checking in, you will board your return flight to your home airport.
Accommodation for Bluefin Tuna Fishing Trips
Your accommodation
Tangire Marokko
Marina Bay City Centre****
The Marina Bay City Centre is just a short walk from the marina and offers comfortable twin-bed rooms with en-suite bathrooms.
The hotel features a swimming pool and an on-site restaurant. There is also a cocktail bar.
The city centre is just a short walk away. There are also many restaurants in the immediate vicinity of the hotel.
Catering:
Meals: Breakfast included, lunch on the boat
Drinks whilst fishing: Water and soft drinks included
Drinks at the hotel: Drinks can be paid for on site as consumed.
Your Bluefin Tuna fishing boats!
The boat
During your fishing trip, you will have a 31-foot offshore motor catamaran at your disposal. The boat is fitted with two 200 hp engines.
Motor catamaran
Aida Phonix
Your fishing boat for the bluefin tuna charter in Morocco has been specially built for local conditions. The boat is 31 feet long and is fitted with two 200 hp engines. The hull combines the advantages of a catamaran with a V-keel, ensuring excellent stability at sea. Four anglers can cast comfortably from the bow and stern at the same time.
The boat is equipped with a chart plotter, radar, depth sounder and radio. It also features a tuna tower, which makes the search for bluefin tuna much easier.
You'll need this fishing tackle for bluefin tuna fishing!
Tackle Talk
Due to the enormous size of the fish, only heavy big-game tackle is used. When fishing for bluefin tuna, you shouldn’t even think of using a rod rated below PE10. It’s best to take rods rated PE10–12! The setup is combined with a Stella or Saltiga reel (size 18,000 or larger) and 80–120 lb braided main line.
- Tuna: PE10-12
- Thuna: 18k-30k, min. 350m min. 80lbs braided line
You'll need this fishing bait for tuna in Morocco!
Popper / Stickbaits
Poppers with smaller heads, between 150 and 200 mm, are particularly suitable as lures. It is important to use a lure that is heavy enough to be cast far enough. Poppers weighing between 100 and 140 g are best! Good tuna poppers include the Halco Haymaker, FLC Epipop and Yozuri Mac Popper. The Souls Air Matic 205 120g has already caught tuna weighing over 200kg in the field.
Heavy stickbaits measuring between 150 and 200 mm and weighing 100–140g are also used. When spin fishing for tuna in particular, casting distance is often the deciding factor in success. The Tacklehouse Britt or Flitz are good tuna lures. The HOWK Tunastick 150 is also well suited, as is the Souls Hibiki 175 95. Slightly cheaper stickbaits such as the Tailwalk GUNZ can also work.
The best lines and leaders for bluefin tuna!
Leader & main line
For spin fishing for bluefin tuna, you’ll need at least a PE10 line (100lb breaking strain).
For leaders, we recommend at least a 220lb shock leader from Varivas or Fisherman.
As you always have to expect to catch huge bluefin tuna, it’s best to go for a slightly heavier line here.
Many bluefin tuna have been lost in the past due to leader breakage or line snap!
Terminal Tackle
Hooks, split rings and snap rings
There can be no compromises here. Please bring only BKK hooks. You should bring GT-Rex hooks in various sizes! The hooks should be matched to the size of the lures!
Snap rings and solid rings should also be matched to the bait size. Owner Super-Heavy-Duty snap rings and solid rings (solid rings #6–#9) (snap rings #8–#11) are a good choice here.
Useful tools for your fishing trip
Other fishing tackle
In general, it’s a good idea to bring a decent pair of snap-ring pliers. We can recommend the hPa Game Plier. With these, you’ll have no trouble opening even the strongest snap rings.
A good, waterproof tackle bag is also recommended. Zeck Fishing has a few excellent bags on offer. We recommend the Tackle Container Pro or the Tackle Container Pro Catfish!
As you’ll often be popping for several hours at a time, we recommend bringing a pair of good gloves.
As it can get warm in Morocco, we recommend UV-protective shirts, a sun hat and SPF 50 sun cream! You can order our expedition UV shirts directly from us!
A good pair of polarised sunglasses is essential for fishing. We recommend sunglasses from the Gloryfy brand. The best polarised sunglasses for anglers currently available are also virtually indestructible!
You can take a closer look at Gloryfy polarised sunglasses for anglers here: Polarised sunglasses for anglers!
How much does a fishing holiday to catch bluefin tuna cost?
Tour price
Included in the price
- English-speaking captain
- 7 nights in a 4* hotel, double room, bed and breakfast
- 6 days of fishing, 4 anglers per boat
- Lunchbox for when you're out fishing
- Drinks whilst fishing
- Airport and boat transfers
Not included in the price
- Tips for guides & crew* (€180)
- International flights & visas
- Travel cancellation insurance*
- Excess baggage and oversized baggage charges*
- additional meals/drinks
- Dinner
- Popper rental (€80/day)*
- Minimum number of participants: 4
Price per person
3499,-€
Extras
on request
Booking status
Morocco – Bluefin tuna fishing
2027
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