Fishing Holidays runs well-organised fishing trips in Sal with a professional, respectful approach. No guaranteed trophies — but strong local knowledge, great treatment and a real experience. When the ocean plays along, the memory is hard to beat.
When fishing doesn’t sound like an inflated promise
In Sal, plenty of activities live on the “let’s see if we get lucky” factor. And then there are the ones where, even before you begin, you can tell someone knows exactly what they’re doing. Fishing Holidays usually falls into that second category. Not because of marketing — they hardly need it — but because of something rarer: unanimity.
Because yes, however much you look, there are no negative reviews. And on the internet, that’s information in itself.
What it really is, without heroic decoration
Fishing Holidays offers fishing excursions that focus on the real experience, not on showmanship. No “guaranteed catch”, no trophy promises. It treats fishing as what it is: local knowledge, technique, patience… and respect for the ocean.
The name that appears in almost every review is Jacopo. Not as a sales figure, but as a hands-on guide, present throughout, with an obvious command of Sal’s waters.
It works for experienced anglers, curious beginners, and — surprisingly often — families. It doesn’t feel exclusive, but it’s also not a tourist ride with a hook on top.
What you actually do, and why people talk about it so much
The repeated experiences are clear: shore spinning, surfcasting, shark fishing — always with release — and outings that feel well run. People mention quality gear, easy logistics, and the steady feeling of being looked after.
Yes, there are big catches: sharks over two metres, rays, amberjacks, mahi-mahi. But the interesting part isn’t the list — it’s the approach. Many reviews insist that even when the “dream fish” doesn’t happen, the day still feels worth it.
There’s also a less common note: people who’ve fished worldwide placing this experience on another level — not for a record, but for the professionalism and the way they treat you.
No one promises you a catch. They promise to do it properly.
Rhythm, service and atmosphere
The overall tone is calm and controlled. No pointless rushing, no pressure to “land something at all costs”. You can get involved if you want, things are explained, and the atmosphere is looked after.
Some details say a lot: hot food brought to the fishing spot, a pace that works for kids, and even help organising other trips when it isn’t directly their service. That isn’t fishing. That’s how you carry yourself.
When it doesn’t work… or when it simply doesn’t bite
The only recurring “warning” — and it doesn’t come as a complaint — is something the team seems to state clearly: this is fishing, not catching. Big fish aren’t guaranteed. And still, nobody seems to feel misled.
There are no stories of chaos, bad attitudes, or poorly handled risk. The closest thing to a “but” is the honest reminder that the ocean decides.
A few ideas before you go
If you have a very specific target in mind, say it from the start. If you’re going with kids, the pace here often fits surprisingly well. And if you’re after the photo, you’ll get it — but it usually comes after a proper fight with the ocean, not before.
The ending that explains the unanimity
Fishing Holidays doesn’t get perfect reviews because every day turns out the same. It gets them because expectations are set properly from the beginning. You fish when you can, you respect what you catch, and you treat people well.
In a place where tourism can slip into “anything goes”, that’s exactly why nobody seems to leave disappointed.
