Capt Andy had yet another amazing season down in the Galapagos chasing down marlin, tuna, wahoo, and much more while fishing with the Sportfish Galapagos charter operation. Here are the videos from the trip. Click here to see all the daily reports, photos, and videos from the expedition.
Check out the videos from all of the trips. Scroll down in the posts listed below to see the videos!
NEW! – Striped Marlin – Melissa Stevens
NEW! – Striped Marlin – Billy Ronk
NEW! – Yellowfin Tuna – Tim Reese (includes rod breaking during the fight)
Round 1– Yellowfin Tuna & Wahoo – Tim Reese
Round 2 -Yellowfin Tuna – Paul Michele, Brain Stensland, and Shaun Ruge
Round 3– Yellowfin Tuna – Billy Ronk (includes incredible field test of Penn Carnage jigging rod)
Round 4 – Marlin – Mitch Wergiles & Steve Palmo (includes exploding reel on 400lb blue marlin)
Round 5 – Marlin and Wahoo – Steve Palmo, Mitch Wergiles
550lb+ Blue Marlin – Brian Stensalnd – Purple Iland Express (shown)
The Galapagos fishing expedition targeted a variety of species including marlin, tuna, wahoo, and striped marlin. These species are known for their strength and size, making the trip an exciting challenge for anglers.
Videos, daily reports, and photos from the Galapagos fishing trips are available on the provided neangling.com links, specifically under the category 'traveling angler' for the Galapagos 2011 expedition. These resources offer detailed insights and footage from each day of fishing.
The fishing charters in the Galapagos are operated by Sportfish Galapagos, a charter operation specializing in targeting big game fish around the Galapagos Islands with experienced guides and top equipment.
Several notable incidents during the trips include a rod breaking during a yellowfin tuna fight by Tim Reese and an exploding reel on a 400lb blue marlin caught by Mitch Wergiles and Steve Palmo. These moments showcase the intensity and challenge of big game fishing in the area.
Yes, some videos highlight specific fishing gear, such as the incredible field test of the Penn Carnage jigging rod during a yellowfin tuna catch by Billy Ronk. These provide enthusiasts insight into the equipment's performance under extreme conditions.
A blue marlin weighing over 550 pounds was caught on the Purple Island Express by Brian Stensland. This catch illustrates the size and quality of fish available during the Galapagos expeditions.
The fishing expedition lasted for 15 days, with daily reports and videos covering multiple days of fishing action, providing a comprehensive view of the experience throughout the trip.