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Maroni/Marowijne
Border riverAimaraPayarahuge!
South America · Fishing World Guide
French Guiana.
Fishing in French Guiana 2026: Permits, Best Spots, Charters & Costs
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target species
Yes
license needed
Jan–Dec
best season
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Do you need a license?
License
Yes.
Carte de Peche: From 15-30 EUR. Similar to France.
›All license details
- Where to apply?
- At DEAL Guyane or local fishing clubs. French system!
- Cost
- Carte de Peche: From 15-30 EUR. Similar to France.
- Validity
- Daily or annual permits (French system)
- Available online?
- Yes
French Guiana is a French overseas department — so EU territory right in the middle of the Amazon rainforest! The rivers are home to Payara, Aïmara (Wolf Fish) and exotic species. European standard of living, but jungle right on the doorstep!
When to go?
The season at a glance.
Best season
August-December (dry season). Aimara: September-November peak. Rainy season: January-June.
Where to fish?
The top waters.
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Approuague
Aimara up to 30 kg!rainforest
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Sinnamary
Tucuxi ReservoirTucunarePiranha
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Oyapock
Border river to BrazilPayara
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Coast near Cayenne
TarponSnook
What's biting?
Your target species.
›+1 more species
Aimara (Wolf Fish bis 30 kg!)
The rules.
Four things you need to know.
Closed seasons
Closed seasons
No general closed seasons. Observe nature reserves.
Catch limits
Catch limits
French regulations. Moderate limits. Aimara: C&R recommended.
Prohibited methods
Prohibited methods
Dynamite, poison prohibited. French fishing law applies!
Catch & release
Catch & release
Increasingly for Aimara and Payara.
What does it cost?
15-30 €
License
Carte de Peche: 15-30 EUR (French system).
200-400 €
Guide per day
200-400 EUR/day. French prices!
80-150 €
Daily budget
Budget: 80-150 EUR (French prices, expensive!). Jungle tour: 200-400 EUR/day.
Bite times
The best fishing times — free.
Best fishing times
·French Guiana3.93°, -53.13°
Plan your trip.
Everything in one place.
All the details
The fine print.
License in detail
At DEAL Guyane or local fishing clubs. French system! — French Guiana is a French overseas department — so EU territory right in the middle of the Amazon rainforest! The rivers are home to Payara, Aïmara (Wolf Fish) and exotic species. European standard of living, but jungle right on the doorstep!
Rules in detail
97% rainforest! French Guiana has some of the most pristine waters in the world. The Kourou space center is located here — rockets and jungle fishing!
Freshwater
Amazon rainforest rivers with Aimara, Payara and exotic species. 97% forest cover!
Saltwater
378 km Atlantic coast. Tarpon and Snook. Little developed.
Equipment
Little available locally. Tackle shops in Cayenne. Bringing your own robust equipment is recommended.
Guides
Jungle guide: 200-400 EUR/day. Pirogue (jungle boat) + guide can be organized.
Getting there
Flights to Cayenne (via Paris — Air France!). Pirogues on the rivers. Hardly any roads inland.
Safety
Rainforest! Snakes (anaconda, fer-de-lance!), caimans. Malaria inland. French medical care in Cayenne.
Customs & fish export
FRENCH DEPARTMENT = EU territory! No visa for EU citizens. Euro as currency!
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All information without guarantee. Always check with the official local authorities. Not legal advice. Last updated: April 12, 2026
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