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Whether on the coast, in the mountains or in the jungle, Peru is the perfect setting for fishing enthusiasts.
Fishing is one of the most relaxing activities you can do, but it is not an easy task as it seems... you will need patience, skill and, above all, a lot of effort. The Peruvian Sea is one of the richest in biodiversity and its rivers are no exception. So, if you dare to fish, whether for sport or to find your next lunch, you will have many opportunities for a successful experience on the coast, mountains or jungle.
On Fisherman's Day, which is celebrated every June 29 in Peru and that coincides with the celebrations of St. Peter and St. Paul, we present some of the best places where you can cast a bait and have an exciting experience.
Experiential Fishing in Lake Titicaca
Visiting the world's tallest navigable lake is already a unique experience. Thanks to experiential tourism tours, you can also experience life on Taquile Island - located inside the lake - and have an unforgettable trip. One of the activities you can do will be – precisely - experiential fishing. Catch trout in front of the spectacular view of the lake, where even sport fishing competitions are held.
Cabo Blanco Cove
The north of Peru and its heavenly beaches could not be missing from this list. The Cabo Blanco Cove in Talara - Piura is famous for its fishing championships and is even said to have inspired the book The Old Man and The Sea by the remarkable American writer Ernest Hemingway. It is one of the few places in the world that has a fishing season that spans every month of the year and includes fish such as Black Marlin, Swordfish, Big Eye Tuna, Striped Marlin and Sailfish.
Amazon River
The world's largest river and its tributaries are home to nearly 3,000 species of freshwater fish, almost a third of all species in the world. This has made it one of the main tourist destinations on the planet for sport fishing. The activity that is carried out here is the catch and release. This means that the fish are caught, usually photographed and then released. This is a conservation practice that allows to protect the fauna of the Amazon.
Recommendations
- Eat local products, harvested by our fishermen.
- If you go fishing, take care of the beaches and do not pollute them.
- Boat rides can cause a lot of seasickness to some people, we recommend you to take precautions.
General information
Date:
June 29th.Essentials:
Fishing kit, and bring as accessories line, medium rods and some hook lures.
