Today was another thrilling day aboard the Big Eye 2 with Captain Franklin Araya in the beautiful waters of Quepos Costa Rica. We set out early in the morning with the sun barely peeking over the horizon and the anticipation of the day’s catch was palpable amongst the crew and our enthusiastic guests. The main […] The post “Big Catch: Four Tuna an...

Today’s sport fishing expedition on the Big Eye 2 was another thrilling adventure on the azure waters off the coast of Quepos Costa Rica. As a professional sport fishing captain I Franklin Araya am excited to share the details of our successful outing. We set sail early in the morning heading 30 miles offshore. Our […] The post “Sailing for Sailfi...

Another exhilarating day out on the waters of beautiful Quepos Costa Rica aboard the Big Eye 2 Sportfishing charter. As your experienced captain Franklin Araya I am delighted to share with you the thrilling experiences and catches of the day. We set sail early in the morning with our loyal clients who have been fishing […] The post “Double Blue Ma...

Today was yet another exciting day aboard Big Eye 2 Sportfishing in Quepos Costa Rica. The sea was calm the weather was perfect and the fish were biting. My good friend Bill Morris joined us today for a day of sportfishing adventure. Bill an experienced angler was eager to experience the thrill of Costa Rican […] The post “Bill Morris’ Sailfish Ha...

GORDO BANKS PANGASJanuary 11th 2026 Wind played a big factor for most part of the week. Hard to trust the forecast as some days were expected to be rough and ended up being calm and vice versa. We did have some … Continue reading →

From what I heard most reports said the best fishing was on Friday and Friday night. Saturday when the wind switched NW it slowed down except for some action between 3:00 pm and 6:00 pm. Overnight and this morning were slow.  Almost everyone had some action at some point. This week will be spent getting […] The post January 11th 2026 first appeare...

Fantastic fishing day we release a lot of sailfish a blue marlin mahi mahi and yellowfin tuna

Why do I say lure size matters in winter? Well here’s the down low. In the Glades when the water cools larger forage  move out offshore. Smaller critters like shrimp crabs and glass minnows fill in the gap. At Marco Island Fishing Guide this means down sizing presentation. Jigs soft plastic in the 3 inch […] The post Lure Size Matters In Winter ap...

Hey There Ocean Adventurers! So if you’re gushing about the idea of a springtime getaway loaded with thrilling marine encounters let’s dive deep into the captivating world of whale watching in Cape Cod marine tours! Seriously all you have to do is picture this: the sun is shining bright salty air dancing around you and […]

The Thrill of Spring in Cape Cod Ah springtime in Cape Cod—it’s like waking up from a long nap. The air turns crisp the sun starts peeking through the clouds and the waters gradually warm up inviting everyone out for some fun. And what does spring mean for fishing enthusiasts? You guessed it: it’s striped […]

Welcome to the Wonderful World of Spring on Cape Cod Ah spring! That glorious time of year when the world wakes up from its long winter nap and starts to burst with color and life. If you haven’t experienced spring landscapes on Cape Cod yet where have you been hiding? The moment the days start […]

Welcome to the World of Striped Bass Fishing! Hey there future anglers and striped bass enthusiasts! If you’ve ever dreamed of casting your line into some of the most beautiful waters in the U.S. you’re in for a treat. Cape Cod fishing especially around the charming town of Chatham is a hot spot for striped […]

Whale Watching Season in Chatham: What You Need to Know Hey there ocean lovers! It’s that time of year again when the whales return to the stunning waters off Chatham Cape Cod. Unlike the rest of the seasons that may leave you huddled indoors spring welcomes a whole new world—the epic whale watching season! There’s […]

Gear Up for an Epic Spring Fishing Adventure Let’s dive into all the essential gear you’ll need for an epic spring fishing adventure with Magic Fishing Charters in beautiful Cape Cod! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a newbie angler gearing up for striped bass fishing is all about being prepared and comfortable. It’s like […]

Spring Fishing: Transitioning from Striped Bass Fishing to Bluefish Fishing Hey there anglers! As the weather warms up and the days get longer we can all feel the excitement building here at Magic Fishing Charters in Chatham Cape Cod. Late spring brings a good deal of buzz around the fishing community as we transition from […]

Spring Striped Bass Fishing: A Cape Cod Adventure Hey there fellow fishing enthusiasts! As spring rolls around it’s time to shake off that winter chill and get excited about striped bass fishing on Cape Cod. Picture this: the sun warming the water fish coming to life and you out on the boat reeling in those […]

What a season AGAIN! When you think it can’t get better Mother Nature surprises you and gives you another INCREDIBLE SEASON. Everything started later this season but when the fish arrived they came in numbers. We had by far the best tuna season ever. The numbers of bigeye tuna were just OUT OF THIS WORLD […] The post PRIME DATES AVAILABLE FOR 2026...

Tuna 6 of 35- 20- 50 pounds Mahi Mahi 1 of 18 pounds

Vertical Winter Fishing on Lake Guntersville I believe we are finally seeing the tough wintertime bite; yes; it’s here and we will be taking on this cold winter bite for a month or so but we must adjust There are certain keys to fishing the cold of winter understanding the key elements and how they... Read more » The post Vertical Winter Fishing o...

Enjoying my Birthday with family and 3 Generations of Gamboa's. Took the family to one of my honey holes and caught over 40 fish at least a dozen different species. Now going to have Miso Happy cook up our fish!   @yamahaoutboards | @garminmarine |@contenderboatsofficial | @nomadtackle_usa | @fish_shimano_north_america | @costasunglasses | @ownerh...

North Alabama is experiencing historic cold weather however the bass are biting great due to current and water color. Most anglers think weather is the primary factor that effects bass behavior but it absolutely is not. At Christmas it was 75 degrees and the fish are biting better now in freezing cold weather. Water color is a primary factor that...

OFFSHORE- Another week of scattered sailfish action; with boats trolling up to the north picking away at a few sails and the live baiters getting chances south of Jupiter Inlet. A few dolphin have been mixed in with the sailfish along with the occasional wahoo and blackfin tuna. Most of the live bait action has been from the Juno Beach Pier to Jupi...

Spring Yellowfin Tuna Fishing in Venice Louisiana Why spring offers some of the most consistent offshore yellowfin tuna fishing conditions of the year https://youtu.be/IoOMgJoozIY Short spring yellowfin tuna action offshore of Venice Louisiana Spring yellowfin tuna fishing in Venice Louisiana offers some of the most consistent offshore opportuniti...

Pre-Spawn Bass Fishing on Lake Guntersville Pre-spawn bass fishing occurs when the bass begin their movement from the deep water where they have been holding for the winter and then moving toward the shallow spawning zones. Their bodies are not fully ready for the spawn; they have not fully committed to the beds but movement... Read more » The pos...

Key West fishing report for January 28 2026 is a chilly one. The Florida Keys in Key West are experiencing one of the coldest winters since 2010. Air temps down into the low 50s and with the north west and north winds over 20 kn can bring the wind chills down to the 40s. Not exactly Chamber of Commerce weather and there is more to come this coming...