SD2OR:
I just found out I'll be vacationing to the DR this coming January.
I was wondering if anyone knew of any Kayak fishing guides there? I'll be staying in Punta Cana.
My internet research only turned up one result, a company called Scubaquatic. They rent fully outfitted Outbacks, complete with fish Finders with GPS waypoints. The website isn't super informative, I plan on emailing them soon, was just curious if anyone knew of other options.
I'll post a full report upon my return.
Thanks in advance for any info or advice.
Dungydog:
Looks amazing! Have you fished in tropical waters before? If so, what did you catch?
I've caught quite a few barracuda and smaller fish from different PB's throughout Central America, would be a heckuva experience in a yak.
Scubaquatic says "We always practice fishing without death".....I assume for both the fisherman and the fish.
Can't wait to hear about your trip.
SD2OR:
I have yet to eally kayak fish in tropical waters.
Was supposed to do Hawaii last year, had a Kayak guide lined up, to go for tuna, mahi, ono, but covid canceled my plans.
I grew up fishing all around Baja, but always on pangas, cruisers, or from shore. Have caught 4 marlin I think, but all lil guys, under 100#. Caught numerous sailfish, including a 120# er on 20# test, that was amazing. Lots of dorado, tuna. One wahoo, only about 20#, but it almost yanked my dad's gold two speed reel and tuna stick, out of my hands a couple times. Only the thought of what my dad would do to me if I sent it down to Davey Jones, kept me hanging on.
I can only imagine what fun it is to catch any if those species in a Kayak. Hopefully I'll find out in January!
[WR]:
From my time working on the other side of the island, take mosquito resistant clothes, bug screens for your head and plenty of DEET .
Has the guide service given you a Must Have List, yet ?
SD2OR:
I appreciate those tips!
I've been so busy lately, I've yet to contact them. Need to do that tomorrow, find out if they provide Tackle. I have a travel baitcast combo, that's fairly heavy, 10-20#, and pretty stiff. I've caught some decent tuna n Mahi on 20". I'm for sure bringing that.