Fishing Days and Boat Trips: the 15 Best Worldwide

1.Bering Sea Crab Fisherman’s Tour from Ketchikan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 747 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $249Our pick

Board the 107-foot Aleutian Ballad in downtown Ketchikan for a three-hour cruise through protected Inside Passage waters. Captains David and Ron, Big D, and the crew explain commercial fishing, haul king crab pots, and let you see sea life up close. Hot drinks and rain gear are provided.

“We had an awesome experience on a rainfree day in Ketchikan. Very smoothe boat and the two gentlemen were excellent speakers with great stories. You are in for a splendid surprise on this one!”

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2.Santorini Fishing Private Cruise boat tour – BBQ, Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 354 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $514

Spend about five private hours with Captain Makis and first mate Elias fishing near Santorini’s volcano, swimming, snorkeling, and seeing the caldera from the water. Equipment, snacks, drinks, towels, and a boat-cooked meal are provided, with the day shaped around your group.

“While we didn’t catch many fish, we really enjoyed relaxing and listening to music!! The kids had a blast snorkeling! Bbq was as phenomenal!!”

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3.Reykjavik: Sea Fishing Boat Tour & BBQ with the Day’s Catch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 223 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $141

Join an English-speaking crew from Reykjavík’s Old Harbor for 2.5 hours of sea fishing in Faxaflói Bay. Learn the basics, use provided gear and protective clothing, look for puffins, whales, and dolphins, then grill your catch with potatoes onboard.

“Caught lots of fish and had a great tasting meal immediately after words in the beautiful Reykjavík harbor. My favorite part of my trip to Iceland!”

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4.From Rovaniemi: Snowshoeing and Ice Fishing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 190 reviews · 4 hours · from $135

Travel 20 kilometers north of Rovaniemi for a four-hour Arctic outing with snowshoes, ice fishing, animal tracking, and fire-making. You will walk about 2 kilometers across snowy ground and a frozen lake, with winter clothing, equipment, a guide, and a campfire snack included.

“Very helpful guide and good explanation, information! There's boots and suits if you don't have your own. Would recommend!”

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5.Cartagena: Mangrove Eco Tour & Fishing with Transportation

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 185 reviews · 2 hours · from $55

Travel from Cartagena to La Boquilla for a two-hour mangrove outing led by bilingual local guides such as Yeimy, Jamie, and Andres. Paddle through quiet waterways, visit Fisherman Island, try net and crab fishing, learn about coastal ecology, and share music and dancing with the community.

“Very fun and relaxing! Had fun learning how to fish from a local fisherman!”

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6.Semi – Private Fishing Tour (transportation included)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 179 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $193

Join a small group of up to 10 on a 48-foot wooden fishing boat with guides such as Larry, Elias, Mohammed, Nick, and Anthi. Learn Greek fishing methods, help haul nets, catch fish and octopus, swim at Mesa Pigadia, and eat a fresh seafood lunch with local wine and beer.

“We had an unforgettable experience with Giorgaros Fishing Tours! From start to finish, the crew was friendly, helpful, and incredibly informative. They made us feel welcome and ensured we had a great time. A real highlight was when they grilled the fish we caught and served with them delicious side dishes. The day ended with a stunning sunset over the water, making it all the more special. This trip was the perfect mix of fun, relaxation, and local flavor. We highly recommend Giorgaros Fishing Tours to anyone visiting the area. Don’t miss this trip!”

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7.Reykjavik: 3-Hour Sea Angling Gourmet Experience Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 141 reviews · 3 hours · from $176

Join Jakob and Vigfoss aboard the Jóhanna for a three-hour sea-angling trip from Reykjavik. You will fish Faxaflói for cod, haddock, mackerel, pollack, and catfish, with all gear supplied. The crew cleans and barbecues your catch with potatoes and sauce before returning to harbour.

“wonderful all around, i was a bit confused about the meeting spot so showing up early is helpful”

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8.Hoi An: Cooking Class, Crab Fishing-Basket Boat, Market Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 108 reviews · 4 hours · from $20

Start with hotel pickup and a guided market visit, then ride a bamboo basket boat through Cam Thanh coconut forest and try crab fishing. Finish with a five-course Vietnamese cooking class, extra dishes, and lunch. Small groups of up to 10, with vegetarian menus available.

“We absolutely loved this tour. Our guide was very well informed and learned lots about the different foods in Vietnam and how to cook with them. The cooking experience was fantastic and we ate some of the best food we have had all holiday! The basket boat was also great fun! Our only regret was we forgot to take a copy of all the recipes with us!”

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9.Urban Adventures Amsterdam Bike Tour, Graffiti and Magnet Fishing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 105 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $59

Ride a Dutch bike from Oosterdoksstraat through Westerpark, the Jordaan, Prinseneiland, and Amsterdam-Noord. You’ll cross by ferry, see graffiti at NDSM, try magnet fishing, and may finish with a local brewery drink. The tour is in English and can be led by Lloyd.

“Fantastic and so interesting ! A secret island, trendy clubs, takes from the hotel, two ferries, lots of graffiti art, led by the lovely Lloyd, all finished off with a drink from a local brewery.... loved it !”

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10.Bergen: Guided Fishing Tour with Outdoor Cooking

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 96 reviews · from $253

Travel from Bergen to Syltøy in Øygarden, then fish for cod, mackerel, shrimp and crab with an English-speaking guide. After about 90 minutes on the water, return to a historic sea house to prepare the catch with a chef. The menu changes with the day’s haul.

“Guide was super, we tried to catch and he showed his catching tricks and traps as well as introduced local nature and salmon farms. Weather was rainy and one member of our group rushed to catch the plane. Otherwise after fishing I would have rented also sauna somewhere near to warm up. cooking and eating session were nice but some service design can be added - some fish snacks available while waiting, not paper plates etc.”

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11.Nessebar: 4-Hour Boat Tour incl. Fishing, Lunch & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 87 reviews · 4 hours · from $104

Cruise the bays around Nessebar, Ravda, or Pomorie on a four-hour boat trip with swimming, sunbathing, fishing gear, lunch, snacks, and an open bar. An electronic guide covers the coast and Nessebar Old Town. Morning departures may replace afternoon trips in rough weather.

“We had a fabulous afternoon on the Black Sea as we wanted Very hospitable Skipper and crew. Fresh fish lunch cooked on board was very enjoyable. VIP Sliven gave excellent customer service”

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12.Rovaniemi: Ice Fishing and Snowmobile Tour with Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 86 reviews · 5 hours · from $169

Join StayLapland for five hours of snowmobiling and ice fishing in a secluded area near Rovaniemi. You’ll receive winter gear, safety instruction, fishing equipment, snacks, and warm drinks by the fire. English guiding is standard, with limited French, Spanish, Portuguese, and Finnish on request.

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13.Aruba Private Luxury Boat Tours – Sail, Snorkel, Fishing and More

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 81 reviews · from $256

Charter a private boat for up to 10 people off Palm and Eagle Beach, for 2 to 8 hours. Captain Chris, Jonathan, Sergio, and Gino have led memorable outings, with snorkeling, bottom fishing, drinks, beach stops, and the Antilla Wreck on the menu.

“This was our favorite excursion we did on our cruise. Our captain and first mate were so friendly and helpful! They were knowledgeable about where the best places were to snorkel to see all kinds of fish and sea turtles.”

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14.Typical lunch on beach, mangrove tour & fishing with natives

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 79 reviews · 4 hours · from $84

Leave Cartagena for a four-hour visit to a coastal Afro-descendant community with guides such as Jamie or Yeimy. Paddle through mangroves, visit Fisherman Island, try casting a net and setting crab pots, hear drums, and eat fried fish, coconut rice, patacones, salad, and soup by the sea.

“Great activity which was good value for money with really informative and accommodating guides”

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15.Reykjavik’s Finest Catch: Guided Sea Angling Tour for All Levels

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 78 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $181

Meet Jakob and Julian at Hlésgata 1 for a three-hour sea-angling trip suited to beginners and experienced fishers. The small crew supplies equipment, coffee, cookies, and help at the fishing grounds. Catch cod, haddock, pollock, or other species, then eat your fish with potatoes, coleslaw, and skyr sauce.

“We have been to Iceland 4 times and this was hands down one of the best things we have done in Reykjavík! We had to postpone our trip by a day because of the weather, and the crew could not have been kinder or more helpful - they got us rebooked right away. What I loved most is how genuine this tour felt. It’s a small local company (run by two brothers), and that makes such a difference. The group was tiny compared to the big operators, which meant more space, more attention, and just an overall relaxed vibe. The crew clearly love what they do (shoutout to Jakob and…”

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