San Blas fishing charters 2025
- Click and Sailing | PanamĆ” Boat Charter
- Sep 6, 2024
- 3 min read
Updated: Jun 14
š£ We Take You to the Best Fishing Spots in San Blas
San Blas, Panamaās Caribbean paradise, offers not just dreamy beaches š“ but also one of the worldās most authentic fishing experiences. With crystal-clear waters teeming with marine life and expert guidance from the indigenous Guna people, fishing here becomes a unique cultural and ecological adventure.
Check out this related article: š£ Ultimate Fishing Guide Panama 2025

In this article, youāll discover:
ā 3 legal fishing methods in Guna Yalaā Banned practices (avoid fines up to $5,000!)šļø 2025 fishing seasons/closures for San Blasš Iconic fish species you can catchš 5 secret spots only accessible with local guides
With Click&Sailing, youāll enjoy this experience legally, sustainably, and memorably! āµ
š Why Fish in San Blas?
The Guna Yala archipelago boasts:
365 islands with pristine reefs
200+ marine species (from snappers to mahi-mahi)
100% artisanal fishing (legally sustainable)
āThe Guna have fished here for centuries using ecosystem-friendly techniques.āā ARAP Panama
š£ Legal Fishing Methods in San Blas
1. Fishing with Guna Guides (the only legal way) š¶
How it works:
Only indigenous people can fish professionally
On Click&Sailing catamarans, they guide guests using provided gear
Techniques used:
Handline fishing (traditional method)
Lobster traps
Surface spearfishing (no SCUBA)
2. Sportfishing (catch & release only) š£
Allowed in designated zones
Target species: Wahoo, Barracuda, Mahi-mahi
3. Subsistence Fishing (for local consumption) š
Practiced by Guna families
Small hand nets only
ā ļø Whatās BANNED in San Blas?
Method | Fine | Reason |
Motorized fishing | $3,000+ | Noise pollution |
Industrial nets | $5,000+ | Overfishing |
Night fishing | $1,500+ | Coral protection |
š Source: Guna Yala Laws
š 2025 Fishing Closures in San Blas
Species | Closed Season | Notes |
All shellfish | Apr 1 ā Jun 30 | Caribbean-wide ban |
Queen conch | Jul 1 ā Sep 30 | Guna-only consumption |
Goliath grouper | Year-round | Protected species |
š” With Click&Sailing, get real-time closure updates.
š Star Species of San Blas
Reef Fish š”
Red snapper (Lutjanus campechanus)
Black grouper (Mycteroperca bonaci)
Pelagic Fish š
Mahi-mahi (Coryphaena hippurus)
Wahoo (Acanthocybium solandri)
Invasive (Catch them!) šÆ
Lionfish (Pterois volitans) ā Help control them
š“ 5 Secret Fishing Spots (Guna-guide only)
Dutch Cays šļø
Why: Giant barracuda schools
Isla Perro Grande š¦
Secret: Deepwater tuna currents
NarganĆ” Zone š
Specialty: Snapper at sunrise(Reveal the last 2 spots when booking with Click&Sailing)
āµ Why Fish with Click&Sailing?
ā Only authorized for Guna-guided fishing
ā»ļø Eco-friendly gear (circle hooks, biodegradable lines)
š± Live data app (tides, closures, maps)
š£ Onboard Fishing Experts: Our Edge
We donāt just have Guna guidesāwe also offer:š¹ Specialized crew:
Captains with 10+ years of Caribbean sportfishing experience
Sailors skilled in:š£ Handline fishing𤿠Spearfishing (in permitted zones)š Species/breeding ground IDš¹ Angler-optimized fleet:
Catamarans equipped with:
Ergonomic fishing stations
High-tech gear (fish finders, Penn International rods)
Fish processing areas
āOur āPro Anglerā catamaran has a 95% success rate in dorado season.āā Captain Ernesto (crew since 2018)
š” Passionate angler? Ask about our specialty tours with:
Onboard technique lessons
Satellite fish tracking
Night fishing (in approved zones)
āWe only fish 20% of our zones to ensure sustainability.ā ā Our pledge
š Conclusion: Legal & Authentic Fishing
San Blas offers a world-class fishing experience where Guna culture and conservation unite. With Click&Sailing:āļø Access exclusive zonesāļø Learn ancestral techniquesāļø Guarantee 100% legal fishing
Ready to cast off? Book at clickandsailing.com/san-blas-fishing š£
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š£ San Blas fishing charters 2025
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