Most of our planet is covered in water, giving fishermen endless opportunities to do what they love. However, to answer the question of whether which country is better for fishing, quite difficult. It all depends on whether you focus on the quality or quantity of fish. In our list, we have collected the 10 best countries for fishing, in which there is an abundance of fish, and its quality is excellent.
10. Kenya
When is it better to catch: during the whole year.
This country is famous not only for excellent safaris and some of the most beautiful lakes in the worldbut also excellent fishing. The waters near the port city of Malindi, on the central coast of Kenya, offer one of the few places on the planet where anglers can catch up to six types of fish in a day:
- blue marlin;
- striped marlin;
- black marlin;
- sailfish fish;
- swordfish;
- and a short-necked spearman.
9. Panama
When is it better to catch: all year round, although the coast can be quite humid during the rainy season.
This hospitable and warm country is home to many excellent fishing resorts and eco-hotels, such as Paradise Lodge Fishing, Sport Fishing Lodge and others. There are different types of boats for different types of fishing.
In the waters of Panama there are amazing golden mackerel, one of the fastest fish in the ocean - the prickly bonito, as well as kubera, ruster, and other types of fish.
Panama is one of the best countries in the world for fishing in terms of the ratio of the quality of service to tourists and the amount of large fish that can be caught.
8. Cuba
When is it better to catch: from April to September. Hurricane season starts in September, which could make fishing a risky sport.
The location of Liberty Island is ideal for fishing: Florida and the Bahamas serve as ecological barriers to the distribution and transit of fish species found in Cuban waters; at the same time, large ocean currents connect with fish migration routes, resulting in a huge variety of local marine life.
On the north coast of Cuba, there are many sailboats, swordfish, tuna and needlefish. Great prospects for anglers open up on the coast of Cayo Guillermo, where Ernest Hemingway once spent many hours doing one of his favorite activities.
By the way, the Ernest Hemingway International Fishing Tournament is held annually in late May and early June in the elite complex Marina Hemingway in Havana. It is dedicated to the sport of blue marlin fishing.
7. Bahamas
When is it better to catch: from March to June. In late summer and early fall, there is a danger that a hurricane will ruin your fishing plans.
The clear waters of the Bahamas archipelago, thousands of coral reefs and a huge biodiversity of the underwater world make the Bahamas a good place for fishing, including deep sea fishing. Here you can find tuna, blue marlin, black marlin, wahoo, sea carp, ray barracuda, etc.
The best fishing spots in the Bahamas are Great Abaco, the second largest island, and Long Island.
The Bahamas has a variety of fishing lodges and resorts that cater to anglers and provide guides who know the most fishing spots. Just keep in mind that only fishing with a fishing rod is allowed in the Bahamas. The corresponding permit can be purchased directly at the customs.
6. Bermuda
When is it better to catch: peak time for catching big fish is from June to August.
Safe, civilized and clean, the country is known for its amazing beaches, incredible diving, golfing, restaurants and of course, excellent fishing conditions.
The waters of Bermuda are home to blue marlins, white marlins, yellowfin tuna, barracuda, squirrel fish and countless other species.
One of the best fishing spots in Bermuda is Whale Bay. It is a secluded beach with pink sand, calm waters and superb sunset views.
5. Belize
When is it better to catch: year-round, however if you are looking to catch a large tarpon, plan your trip from mid-summer to late fall.
Situated in Central America, this country is a paradise for gambling fishermen looking to catch the biggest fly fishing trophies.
Perhaps, no other country in the world has such a high chance of catching a white fox (albula, bonfish), permit or tarpon.
The country jealously guards its vast marine areas, which remain largely untouched by poachers.
The only difficulty for tourists from Russia is getting a visa to Belize. It is issued by the British Embassy, and documents must be submitted several months before the date of the proposed trip.
4. Canada
When is it better to catch: from August to mid-October.
If you are tired of small fish, and want to show off to your friends shots of really large fish, go to Canada for a giant white sturgeon. This "king fish" can grow in length from 2 meters or more, and is the third largest freshwater fish in the world.
Also in Canada, the largest of the Pacific salmon, the chinook salmon, weighs 50 kilograms. Fighting such a giant in its habitat is not a challenge for a fishing enthusiast? To fish for chinook salmon, you can skip the floating craft and throw a spinning rod with bait from the shore. The only thing left is to choose a suitable spinning rod and other fishing tackle in one of the the best fishing online stores in Russia.
3. USA
When is it better to catch: the period from April to December is the most favorable.
There is no shortage of great fishing spots in America. One of them is the state of Louisiana - home of the famous Louisiana swamps, steeped in legend, and rich in fish. They offer a huge population of the red croaker, one of the world's best fly-fishing fish, in an incredibly colorful setting.
Another excellent fishing spot in the United States is Key West, Florida. It serves as the gateway to Dry Tortugas National Park and is set in the midst of world-class fishing grounds where blue waters, reefs and underwater plains attract enthusiasts from all over the world. There are many top-notch guides and coastal charters to be found here, as well as many restaurants serving delicious seafood dishes.
2. Finland
When is it better to catch: between June and August.
In second place in the ranking of the best countries for fishing is our neighbor Finland, nicknamed "the country of a thousand lakes". Luxurious nature, clear water, a large number of fishing bases located on the shores of reservoirs - what else is needed in order to have a great time in silence, tranquility and dreams of such a fish? Maybe buying a local fishing license.
You don't need to buy, but then you can only fish in municipal Finnish water bodies. Also, people under 18 and over 65 are exempt from buying a license. When fishing, they are allowed to use one rod, reel and artificial bait.
There is no better place for fishing grayling than Lake Inari in Lapland.And in Lapland's large lakes - Porttipakhta and Kemijärvi - big pike are caught. If you are looking for such prey as rainbow trout or whitefish, then your path lies on Lake Valkeisjärvi in Western Finland or on the famous trout rapids (Huopankoski, Kapeenkoski, Kärnankoski, Kellankoski and Keskisenkoski) in Central Finland.
1.Russia
When is it better to catch: all year round.
Why go to a distant country for the joy of fishing when everything you need is already at home in Russia? Moreover, even in the immediate vicinity of the Moscow Ring Road, if you live in the capital or its environs.
- The Losiny Ostrov National Park is one of the most fishy places in Russia, but you will have to pay for fishing in local ponds. However, this is more than offset by a large number of fish: carp, catfish, crucian carp, tench, pike - these are just some of the fish species that are found in the waters of Losiny Island.
- If you like the beauty of the harsh North, we recommend fishing on the Kola Peninsula. Here you can enjoy fishing for salmon weighing up to 20 kg, lake char and brown trout, pink salmon, and at the same time admire the unique local nature.
- Another popular place among Russian fishing tourists is the lower Volga in the Astrakhan region. A large number of hotels are at the service of visitors, and most importantly - a huge variety of fish, including sturgeon, stellate sturgeon, beluga and carp.
If, after reading the article, you want to go fishing as soon as possible, you should not hinder this emotional impulse. According to legends, you cannot wish good luck on fishing, so no tail, no scales!