Game Fishing

Whether your interest is big game fishing or recreational, the waters of Fiji promise a thrill. Pristine waters, great all year round conditions, endless options and abundant catches have established the Fijian Islands as one of the most productive fishing grounds in the South Pacific.

Fishers can choose a number of options for fishing - on overnight charter to catch every possible fishing opportunity, a day trip from your resort, or dropping a line from the resort boat as you bob up and down and watch the sun set. You may catch a monster marlin, a giant trevally, a sweet lip on the reef's edge, or an amazing yellow fin tuna.

Species	Local Name	Season	Best Month
Black Marlin	saku voro waq	July-Nov	July-Nov
Blue Marlin	same as above	Mar-Aug	July-Aug
Striped Marlin	same as above	June-Aug	July
Sailfish	saku	almost all year round	anytime
Wahoo	Wahoo	June-Aug	July-Aug
Dolphin fish	mahimahi	almost all year round	Nov
Tanguige	walu	Jan-Mar-Oct-Dec	Feb
Barracuda	Ogo	Jan-Mar/Oct-Dec	Feb
Giant Trevally	Saqa	Jan-Mar/Oct-Dec	Feb
Yellow Fin Tuna	Atu or Matu	May-July	June
Dog Tooth Tuna	same as above	June-Oct	July
Skipjack Tuna, Kawakawa	same as above	May-Aug

Best Wahoo Season: May - August
Best Billfish Season: March-April, July-August,
October-November
Best Tanguige Season: Feb-April, July-August,
October-November
Best Tuna Season: April - July
Sailfish occur through the year - possibly best in August

To whet your fishing appetite, below are two speciality fishing trips that are available within the Fijian Islands:

Matava Resort
Matava Resort operates a 17ft British built Warrior fishing boat for exclusive charter to guests of the resort. The Great Astrolabe reef and nearby continental shelf drop off offers superb reef and 'Stand up and fight' blue water game fishing. Anglers can sport fish the various pinacles and bommies within the reef system on Penn International 30lb class rods and reels or, weather permitting, head out through one of the barrier reef passages and step up to Penn International 50lb and 80lb class gear and fish the nearby continental shelf drop off for billfish.

Anglers chartering the boat for sport fishing on 30lb class gear can expect to catch wahoo, walu, barracuda, trevalli, mahi mahi, dogtooth and yellowfin tuna.

For the keen bill fish angler or those wishing to experience big game fishing for the first time, the boat can be on the 1,000 metre Pacific drop off within 15 minutes trolling for black marlin, blue marlin, striped marlin and Pacific sailfish.

The resort operates a policy of 'Catch and Release' on all billfish and other game fish not destined for the dinner plate.

The boat is equipped with sonar, GPS, marine VHF radio and spare engine. Aboard is suitable safety equipment such as life jackets, EPIRB, flares and fire extinguisher. There are no toilet facilities but packed lunches and drinks can be supplied for longer trips. The resort is always delighted to take requested digital photos for guests and email them with our compliments.

Mundace Sailing and Fishing Seafari
S.V. Mundaca is an example of the great coastal trading ships that frequented the oceans during the last century. Following this tradition the vessel still retains its cargo hold. This effectively divides the boat into two separate areas. The forward quarters can accommodate up to six guests. The dormitory style is traditional however comfortable double beds are available. In the cargo hold we have a full size shower with hot water and easy to flush eco-sound amenities. Aft you will find the main salon, a fully equipped galley, your Captain's quarters and the all important navigation station. Choose to eat indoors or venture out - the flush cockpit allows for a large table with ample seating and a barbecue off the stern provides you Al Fresco dining. The bow and bowsprit netting create an intimate space to lounge. During the day choose to sun yourself on deck or in a hammock. At night watch the sunset with a cocktail on the bow and count the falling stars.

Type of Transportation: 72' Steel Schooner.

Game Fishing: Fishing is the Captain's passion. We have state-of-art rods and reels; a huge choice of new lures; new carbon-fibre out-riggers, and a great gaff! Recent catches include: yellow fin tuna, mahimahi, wahloo, walu and GT. We are very happy to serve your catch immediately as sashimi, sushi, kokonda, or BBQ

Activities Complimentary: Fishing, Sailing, Beach walks, BBQ, "Happy Hour", Sunset cocktails, Swimming, Snorkelling, Whale/dolphin watching.