Mount Gay Marlin Tournament

Annual · Bridgetown Harbour · Premium

Rating: 4.8 / 5

A long-running Barbados billfish tournament sponsored by Mount Gay, the oldest commercial rum distillery in the world. Fished out of Bridgetown Harbour with blue marlin as the headline species, it draws serious crews from across the Caribbean competing for cash prizes — and of course Mount Gay rum. One of the most prestigious dates on the regional sportfishing calendar, and a good week to be on the waterfront even as a spectator.

Highlights: Mount Gay Sponsor · Blue Marlin · Cash Prizes · Prestige

Contact Information

Address: Bridgetown Harbour, St. Michael

About fishing in Barbados

Barbados sits on world-class deep sea fishing grounds just 15 minutes offshore. Blue marlin up to 500lbs, mahi-mahi, wahoo, and yellowfin tuna are caught year-round. The flying fish — the national symbol — peaks November to June. Over 17 charter boats operate from Bridgetown Harbour with half-day trips from

75. Shore fishing is free from any pier or coastline, no licence needed. Annual tournaments including the Barbados Game Fishing Association competitions offer serious prize money. The Oistins fish market sells the freshest catch daily, straight off the boats. This is the complete Barbados fishing guide — charters, tournaments, species, seasons, and spots.

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