Galápagos Islands, Ecuador

Sportfish Galapagos Expeditions: Marlin Trips

Offshore expedition · Conservation-led billfishing5 target species

The experience

Sportfish Galapagos Expeditions at a glance

Sportfish Galapagos Expeditions is the offshore fishing operation featured in BlackBone’s Galápagos collection.

Review the trip overview and discuss your marlin fishing goals, island base and travel plans with BlackBone before confirming an itinerary.

Destination
Galápagos
Fishing style
Offshore expedition · Conservation-led billfishing
Season
Striped marlin throughout the season; blue and occasional black marlin opportunities are described for April through June.

From $15,000 USD

5 days / 6 nights of action packed pelagic fishing action

Talk to a specialist (561) 718-6381

Fishing species & experiences

Legendary Waters

Fish one of the most unique marine ecosystems on the planet.

GUIDED BY SCIENCE

A dedicated onboard naturalist joins every expedition, educating guests on the Galápagos’ marine life, ecosystems, and ongoing conservation research.

Catch & Release

A fully catch-and-release billfish fishery focused on long-term conservation.

Marlin Tagging

Active tagging initiatives helping scientists track marlin movements across the Pacific.

Marlin Research

Active tagging & tissue sample programs help the scientists at Stanford University better understand marlin movements and migration patterns throughout the Pacific.

Accommodation & lodge life

Accommodations & Stay

Two Islands. Two Operations. One Goal... Catch Billfish. Guests can choose to stay on either Isabela Island or San Cristobal Island in the Galapagos. The Iguana Crossing Hotel or Hotel Indigo offer the guests everything that they need to unwind from a long day on the water.

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San Cristobal: Hotel Indigo

Isabela Island: Iguana Crossing Hotel

GETTING TO THE GALAPAGOS

Fly commercial or private through Guayaquil or Quito, Ecuador. Multiple daily connections from major North American cities available .

From mainland Ecuador, short flights connect anglers directly to the Galápagos Islands where the operation begins.

Once on the islands, guests board the vessel and begin exploring one of the most remote billfishing environments in the world.

International TravelIsland TransferThe Expedition Begins
June 02, 2026
At BlackBone Outfitters, we look for destinations that deliver more than just good fishing. We look for operations that offer consistency, credibility, safety, and an experience worth traveling across the...

Fishing seasons & trip timing

Striped marlin throughout the season; blue and occasional black marlin opportunities are described for April through June.

Published season guide

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Published seasonal guidance. Confirm your dates and target species with the planning team.

Galápagos fishing seasons and trip highlights

Seasonal Swings

Striped marlin are present throughout the season, while blue and black marlin peak from April to June, with blue marlin appearing far more frequently. Other pelagic opportunities including tuna, dolphin, and wahoo are available throughout the duraton of the entire season.

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Fishing packages & pricing

Published package references, not live availability. Your itinerary and final price will be confirmed before booking.

Published package

Sportfishing Galapagos 2027 Season Package

$15,000 USD

5 days / 6 nights of action packed pelagic fishing action

per person · + tax

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