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Challenger Bank
Wahoo hotspot15 km SW
North America · Fishing World Guide
Bermuda.
Fishing in Bermuda 2026 — Licenses, Regulations & Best Spots
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target species
No
license needed
May–Oct
best season
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Do you need a license?
License
No.
Free. Fishing trips can be booked through providers.
›All license details
- Where to apply?
- No fishing license required for tourists. Charter boats have commercial licenses.
- Cost
- Free. Fishing trips can be booked through providers.
- Validity
- Not applicable
- Available online?
- No
Bermuda doesn't require a fishing license! The island is located in the middle of the Atlantic (1,000 km off the US coast) and is surrounded by deep water with big game fish. Wahoo capital of the world! British Overseas Territory with British charm.
When to go?
The season at a glance.
Best season
Wahoo: October-May (peak: Nov-Jan). Marlin: May-October. Possible year-round.
Where to fish?
The top waters.
02 ·
Argus Bank
Big GameMarlin
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South Shore Reefs
Reef fishingSnapper
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North Rock
BarracudaAmberjack
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Bermuda Triangle
Deep wateranything possible!
What's biting?
Your target species.
The rules.
Four things you need to know.
Closed seasons
Closed seasons
No general closed seasons. Lobster: September-March.
Catch limits
Catch limits
Moderate limits. Wahoo: 4/boat/day. Marlin: C&R recommended.
Prohibited methods
Prohibited methods
Spearfishing with breathing apparatus prohibited. Nets prohibited.
Catch & release
Catch & release
Increasingly practiced for marlin. Wahoo is traditionally kept.
What does it cost?
0 €
License
NO license required — completely free!
800-1,200 USD
Guide per day
Half day: 800-1,200 USD. Full day: 1,200-2,000 USD. Bermuda is expensive!
200-400 USD
Daily budget
Budget difficult: 200-400 USD. Big game: 400-800 USD/person.
Bite times
The best fishing times — free.
Best fishing times
·Bermuda32.32°, -64.76°
🎣 Live catches in bermuda
5 verified catches
When are they biting?
24-hour bite time · bermuda
Based on: 5 verified catches
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Catch statistics
Top catch species
Blue Marlin
3 · 60%
Wahoo
1 · 20%
Snapper
1 · 20%
Best conditions
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All the details
The fine print.
License in detail
No fishing license required for tourists. Charter boats have commercial licenses. — Bermuda doesn't require a fishing license! The island is located in the middle of the Atlantic (1,000 km off the US coast) and is surrounded by deep water with big game fish. Wahoo capital of the world! British Overseas Territory with British charm.
Rules in detail
Bermuda is THE wahoo destination in the world! The Bermuda Triangle also offers blue marlin, yellowfin, and sea turtles (protected!).
Freshwater
No freshwater bodies (small island).
Saltwater
Right in the middle of the Atlantic! Deep water (1,000m+) just a few km away. Wahoo paradise!
Equipment
Charter boats provide top equipment. Tackle shops in Hamilton.
Guides
Half day charter: 800-1,200 USD. Full day: 1,200-2,000 USD. Premium!
Getting there
Direct flights from USA (2h), UK and Canada. Scooter/bus on the island. No rental cars!
Safety
Very safe. Expensive island. Sun protection. Watch for offshore currents.
Customs & fish export
British Overseas Territory. No visa for EU citizens. Fishing equipment allowed.
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All information without guarantee. Always check with the official local authorities. Not legal advice. Last updated: April 6, 2026
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