Macaronesia Charter Fishing in Lanzarote (Canary Islands)

The big draw here is the chance to fish Lanzarote’s volcanic waters with a crew willing to change plans when the sea demands it. On one outing, rough offshore water shifted the focus from billfish to near-shore wahoo, tuna, and mahi-mahi, producing a fine wahoo instead of a miserable day bouncing around offshore.

I like the private format for up to six people, which lets your group fish without sharing the boat with strangers. I also like the crew’s record of helping families and first-time anglers, while still offering serious targets such as blue marlin and yellowfin tuna. The catch is never guaranteed, and the charter is non-refundable unless poor weather cancels it, so read the conditions and policy carefully before booking.

Key points

• Private eight-hour charter: Your group of up to six has the boat to itself.
• Departure from Playa Blanca: Meet at Puerto de Playa Blanca between 8:00 and 8:30 a.m.
• Flexible fishing plan: The crew may choose near-shore or offshore water based on sea conditions.
• Wide range of possible catches: Wahoo, yellowfin tuna, mahi-mahi, skipjack tuna, and blue marlin have all been caught.
• Comfortable setup: The Macaronesia has a spacious deck and modern fishing equipment.
• Weather matters: Poor conditions can lead to a new date or full refund, but ordinary cancellations are not refundable.

Setting out from Puerto de Playa Blanca

Your day begins at Puerto de Playa Blanca, on C. Salida a Fuerteventura. The meeting window is early, from 8:00 to 8:30 a.m., and the charter returns to this same point after roughly eight hours.

Playa Blanca is a practical launch point for a full day on the water. It keeps the morning simple: arrive at the harbor, meet the crew, and board Macaronesia without arranging a separate transfer. The port is also near public transportation, useful if you are staying in the resort area and do not have a car.

The departure time matters. An eight-hour charter uses most of the day, so this is not a quick holiday add-on between sightseeing stops. You should plan on giving the fishing trip your morning and afternoon, with the return expected around late afternoon if the schedule runs close to eight hours.

The charter is private, so the boat is reserved for your party of up to six. That works especially well for friends who want to fish seriously, families who need a calmer setup, or a mixed group where some people are keen anglers and others simply want time on the sea.

A private boat for six people

The price is $1,441.83 per group, not per person. For six people, that works out to about $240.31 each. For two people, the cost per person is much higher, so the value improves sharply when you fill most of the available places.

I see the price as reasonable for a full private day, but only if your group actually wants a dedicated fishing charter. You are paying for an eight-hour boat outing, crew support, fishing equipment, and the chance to choose how your group spends the day. You are not paying for a guaranteed trophy fish.

The private setup is one of the strongest reasons to consider this charter. You can fish with your own family or friends, rather than adjusting to a mixed group with different expectations. A family with children can set a more relaxed pace, while an experienced group can focus on larger targets without needing to explain its plans to other passengers.

The boat is described as spacious, with modern equipment. That does not make the sea calm or guarantee constant action, but it matters during a long day. Room to move around is useful when handling a strong fish, and good gear takes some of the strain out of the technical side of fishing.

Choosing between near shore and offshore water

The fishing plan is not locked to one target. Enrique, the owner, has advised groups to stay near shore when the offshore sea was rough, even during the season for blue marlin. That kind of decision can change the character of the trip.

Near-shore fishing can put you in range of wahoo, yellowfin tuna, mahi-mahi, and skipjack tuna. Past trips have produced several of these species, including two yellowfin tuna and a large mahi-mahi weighing 18 kilograms. One group also caught a pair of wahoo after moving away from rougher offshore water.

Offshore fishing offers the more dramatic possibility of a blue marlin. Macaronesia has released blue marlin on previous trips, including repeat catches by anglers who returned the following year. Another blue marlin was lost after a later strike, a useful reminder that even when the fish are there, landing one is never certain.

Your captain’s decision may favor comfort and a better chance of action over a fixed species target. I consider that a strength. A charter that insists on chasing one dream fish in bad conditions can leave you wet, tired, and empty-handed. A flexible plan gives you a better chance of making the day worthwhile.

The tradeoff is clear: you may book with dreams of billfish and end up fishing closer to land for smaller or different species. That is not a failure of the charter. It is simply the reality of sea fishing, especially around changing weather.

What the eight-hour day feels like

The day begins with the crew getting your group settled aboard Macaronesia. The available information does not provide a minute-by-minute schedule, so you should expect the order and length of fishing time to depend on the sea, the chosen grounds, and the action on the lines.

After leaving Playa Blanca, the boat heads toward the fishing area selected for the day. The crew handles the practical work and guides you through the equipment, which makes the trip suitable for both experienced anglers and people hoping to catch their first serious fish.

When a line goes tight, the crew helps you respond. This is important with species such as wahoo and tuna, which can make a catch feel far more demanding than a quiet harbor outing. If the action slows, the crew can adjust the plan rather than leaving you fixed over one unproductive spot.

Past outings have included two bites with one larger wahoo, a very large yellowfin tuna, and a 18-kilogram mahi-mahi. Other days have been slower but still produced a good fish. You should think of the charter as a full day of opportunities, not a guaranteed sequence of strikes.

The boat returns to Puerto de Playa Blanca at the end of the session. Since the departure and return point are the same, you will not need to arrange a second pickup location or figure out where your vehicle is parked after the trip.

The fish you might target

The range of catches gives this charter appeal for different kinds of anglers.

Wahoo are a realistic near-shore target when conditions favor them. One group arrived hoping for a large fish and landed a beautiful wahoo after the captain recommended staying closer to shore. That is the sort of result that can rescue a day when an offshore plan is not sensible.

Yellowfin tuna have also featured strongly. Several outings produced yellowfin, sometimes alongside mahi-mahi and skipjack tuna. A yellowfin can provide the excitement of a powerful fish while also giving your group a possible dinner catch, depending on the arrangements made with the crew.

Mahi-mahi offer another appealing possibility. The 18-kilogram catch mentioned from a family outing shows that a day with slower action can still end with a substantial fish.

Blue marlin is the headline target for serious anglers. The charter has released blue marlin, including a return visit that produced another release. Still, this is the least predictable goal. You may get a strike, lose a fish, or spend the day targeting other species instead.

That variety is valuable, but you should be honest about your priorities before booking. If your only acceptable result is a blue marlin, this is a high-risk choice. If you would be happy with wahoo, tuna, mahi-mahi, or a day learning the ropes, the charter makes more sense.

Help for beginners and families

You do not need to arrive as an expert. The crew has worked with children and first-time anglers, and past outings included a parent and daughter treated with care throughout the day. The crew’s role is not just to steer the boat. It is also to help you use the gear, respond to bites, and handle the fish safely.

Families should still remember that this is a long fishing day. Eight hours on a boat can feel very different from a short harbor cruise, especially if the sea turns rough. The ability to stay near shore in poor offshore conditions helps, but it does not remove the chance of motion or fatigue.

For a family group, I would make the booking only if everyone is comfortable with a full day organized around fishing. Children who love the idea of catching a big fish may have a wonderful time. Children who need constant variety may find a slow fishing period difficult.

Experienced anglers will appreciate the opportunity to pursue larger fish with a crew that has handled blue marlin, wahoo, and tuna. The charter also suits a group of friends who want to fish together without giving up the comfort of a private boat.

Food, drinks, and comfort aboard

Food and drinks have been provided on past outings, which is a useful touch during an eight-hour charter. The available details do not specify a fixed menu or exactly what is included on every booking, so I would confirm the arrangements directly before you sail.

The spacious deck is another practical benefit. Fishing takes room, especially when more than one person is active or when a strong fish needs to be brought aboard. A roomy boat also gives non-anglers a better chance to remain comfortable during quieter periods.

Do not confuse comfort with luxury. This is a working fishing charter, not a sightseeing yacht. The main attraction is access to the fishing grounds and support from the crew. The boat’s comfort helps you manage the day, but the sea and the catch remain the main event.

Weather, cancellations, and the main risk

The charter requires suitable weather. If the operator cancels because conditions are poor, you can choose another date or receive a full refund. That is fair protection for a sea-based activity and should reassure you if the forecast looks questionable.

Your own cancellation is different. The booking is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or request an amendment, the amount paid is not returned. Check your schedule carefully before paying, and avoid booking too early if your plans are uncertain.

The biggest practical risk is not the boat or the crew. It is the combination of weather and fishing luck. Rough water can force a change of target, and calm conditions do not guarantee bites. One outing had slow fishing but still ended with a major mahi-mahi. Another group lost a marlin after getting a strike.

I would book with the right mindset: the crew can improve your chances, provide the equipment, and make sound decisions, but nobody can order the fish to cooperate.

Is Macaronesia worth booking?

I would choose Macaronesia if you have a group of up to six and want a private, full-day fishing charter from Playa Blanca. It is particularly well suited to mixed groups, since beginners and children can receive help while experienced anglers still have access to serious targets.

The strongest reasons to book are the flexible fishing plan, spacious boat, helpful crew, and broad catch possibilities. Enrique’s willingness to move near shore when offshore water turns rough is a practical sign that the day is being managed around real conditions rather than a rigid promise.

I would hesitate if you want a cheap outing for one or two people, need a guaranteed blue marlin, or may need to cancel. At $1,441.83 per group, the value is best when six people share the cost and everyone genuinely wants a full day on the water.

For the right group, this is a good way to trade a standard beach day for a more active look at Lanzarote’s volcanic fishing grounds. Book it for the chance of a wahoo, tuna, mahi-mahi, or blue marlin, not for a promise of one.

FAQ

Where does the Macaronesia fishing charter start?

The charter starts at Puerto de Playa Blanca, C. Salida a Fuerteventura, 35580 Playa Blanca, Las Palmas, Spain.

Where does the charter finish?

The activity ends back at the meeting point in Puerto de Playa Blanca.

How long does the fishing trip last?

The charter lasts approximately eight hours.

How many people can join the private charter?

The price covers one private group of up to six people.

What is the price?

The listed price is $1,441.83 per group of up to six people.

What fishing species might be caught?

Possible catches include wahoo, yellowfin tuna, mahi-mahi, skipjack tuna, and blue marlin.

What time does the charter operate?

The listed meeting window is 8:00 to 8:30 a.m., Monday through Sunday, during the operating period from August 1, 2025, through March 28, 2026.

Is the charter suitable for beginners and children?

Most people can participate, and past outings have included children and first-time anglers. The crew provides guidance during the fishing.

What happens if bad weather cancels the trip?

If poor weather causes the operator to cancel, you can receive a full refund or choose a different date. Personal cancellations and requested changes are non-refundable.