Spicing it up in Vanuatu!
Vanuatu is a nation of beautiful people, spectacular scenery and sensational fishing. It was my third fishing trip to Vanuatu as I was lucky enough to return after nearly a ten year break.
I returned with my good friend Peter to find the same quality fishing was still avaliable, except with a twist, we were introduced to extreme jigging and popping ! We experienced some unbelievable fishing in some of the most exotic locations in the world. Massive dogtooth Tuna, Giant Trevally, Marlin, Yellowfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo and the list goes on. Our skipper Andrea kept mixing thing up to keep us on the fish as much as possible. We trolled out to seamounts which rise out of the deep blue to with 100m from the surface, once there we continued to troll until the fishing began to slow, then we stopped to jig the seamount. Our jigs were regularly slammed by fish with immense speed and power so we continued to jig until our arms could no longer hack the pace. Then we would return to trolling to the next destination. Andrea took us to some magnificent reef systems to cast poppers and stick baits for Giant Trevally, Red Bass and other pelagics.
The fishing was spectacular and the scenery was just as impressive. Large mountains climbing steeply from the depths up to the clouds above, lava rocks covered with the bright green dense jungle.
After each day`s fishing we were greeted upon arrival by Angele and a cool wet towell to wipe away the sweat and refresh our sun beaten faces. After a quick swim we`d enjoy a nice shower in our well appointed accommodation then venture down to the bar area for a cool ale.
The catering provided is excellent with a great selection of beer, wine and spirits is available at very reasonable costs. Angele would serve platters made from local produce, tasty, fresh and vibrant in colour. Then when we were all ready for dinner we would relocate to the foreshore dinner setting and watch the sun go down. There we enjoyed generous servings of restaurant quality meals having excellent presentation. The hosts and staff of Oceanblue fishing are very friendly, proffessional and accommodating allowing us to enjoy an experience to remember.
Thank you Anthony, Angele, Andrea and Tony for such a memorable fishing holiday.
Nick Davi, South Australia
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Love your resort….so peaceful, beautiful and staff (especially Jeanine, she was so nice and nothing was ever a trouble.) Helen Gates
It has hands down beat all our expectations. Jeanine has absolutely gone out of her way to make it special and I have never seen anyone who works as hard as she does. Her attention to detail and every guests whim goes beyond anything we have ever seen before. Oh I almost forgot the food […]
Just finishing up a great trip with Oceanbluefishing in Vanuatu. We caught some cracking fish and everything we brought in was distributed amongst the local villages. I couldn’t have asked for more in regards to service and hospitality. If you are looking for a fishing destination, this is the place. Martin Richards
We’ve been twice now and both times have been incredible! Jeanine and her team at the lodge are so accommodating and friendly, making sure you’re relaxed and looked after! Our guide & deckie were knowledgeable and put us into some incredible fish, while being super friendly and giving us some good tips along the way. […]
The staff take exceptionally great care of you, especially Jeanine who goes that extra mile to make sure you are well looked after. The location, the fishing, the accommodation, and the meals are all amazing. Definitely a bucket list place to tick off!! Just come back from my third trip in three years…never disappoints, and […]