Today was the last for Steve Palmo and Mitch Wergiles as well as my last day. I could write a thousand works or more to summarize this trip, but I think the individual daily posts tell the story best. If you want to catch big striped marlin, blue marlin, black marlin, yellowfin tuna, wahoo, and too many other species to count, you need to experience the fishing in the Galapagos.
San Cristobal
The island of San Cristobal has everything you need including great food, rooms, and the friendliest people. The fishing is just one part of the overall experience. You can dive, snorkel, kayak, bike, and loads of other things all on this island. In my opinion, fishermen never need to leave here.
Blue Marlin
Once again Pete Santini promised a shot at a blue marlin and delivered. The fish came up on a green Iland Express from Iland Lures. It was the last fish of the day and the lure was running short and the fish started jumping right in the spread before we ever had a chance to set the hook. It shook itself free in a few moments. It was if the Galapagos fishing gods were waving goodbye to me after my long stay.
Striped Marlin
Striped Marlin – Mitch Wergiles
Mitch caught the first striped marlin no more than 10 minutes after we started trolling. We had seven more hook-ups and Steve pulled the hook on a huge fish that took him down to the backing on a 50lb outfit. The fish were certainly more aggressive than the past two days and once again we saw more than 30.
Wahoo
The bite came on strong at midday and in the midst of it a 70lb Wahoo jumped one the Iland Lures being run directly behind the teaser tight to the boat. The speed of a Wahoo is simply amazing, but it was no match for the 50lb outfit. It tasted great when they prepared it for us at the Miconia for dinner.
Wahoo – Steve Palmo
Marlin, Marlin, and Wahoo (Video)
Steve Palmo scores with a big striped marlin, followed by Mitch Wergiles, and then Steve lands a big Wahoo. Steve is using his new “favorite” Black Magic Belt and Harness. That plate has a unique design that ensures the rod gimbal stays in place throughout the fight. Once he started using this on the trip, we could not get him to give it up and we only had one set.
Learn more about travel and fishing in the Galapagos at Sportfish Galapagos!
Frequently Asked Questions
The report highlights a variety of fish species available for fishing in the Galapagos, including big striped marlin, blue marlin, black marlin, yellowfin tuna, and wahoo, among many others. This diversity makes it a prime destination for anglers seeking a broad fishing experience.
San Cristobal Island offers many activities beyond fishing, such as diving, snorkeling, kayaking, and biking. The island also features great food, comfortable rooms, and friendly locals, making it an ideal all-around destination for visitors.
Pete Santini promised anglers a chance to catch a blue marlin and fulfilled that promise by delivering a blue marlin strike on a green Iland Express lure. Although the fish shook itself free quickly, it showcased the exciting fishing opportunities available on the Galapagos trips.
The striped marlin were very aggressive throughout the day, with the first caught within 10 minutes of trolling start. There were seven additional hook-ups, including a huge fish that tested the tackle, demonstrating the intensity and excitement of the fishing action.
A notable 70lb wahoo was caught midday using an Iland Lure just behind the teaser near the boat. The wahoo’s speed was impressive, but it was successfully landed on a 50lb outfit and was later prepared for dinner, highlighting the quality and sport of the catch.
Steve Palmo's Black Magic Belt and Harness featured a unique plate design that ensured the rod gimbal stayed securely in place throughout fights with big fish. This improved comfort and control during catches, making it his favorite gear for the trip.
Readers interested in travel and fishing in the Galapagos can learn more at Sportfish Galapagos, which provides detailed information and resources about fishing trips and local experiences in the region.
