Grenada · Grenada Coast
BLACKFIN TUNA FISHING
IN ST. GEORGE'S
St. George's is an outstanding destination for blackfin tuna fishing, with peak season in January, February, March and good catches in May, June, July. Book a charter and target blackfin tuna with local experts.
About Blackfin Tuna Fishing in St. George's
Smaller cousin of the yellowfin but excellent eating and great light-tackle sport.
St. George's is an outstanding destination for blackfin tuna fishing, offering peak season in January, February, March and good catches in May, June, July. The best months to target blackfin tuna here are January, February, March, April.
Scientific name: Thunnus atlanticus
Blackfin Tuna Seasonal Calendar — St. George's
Month-by-month availability for blackfin tuna in St. George's, GD.
How to Catch Blackfin Tuna in St. George's
Techniques & Bait
Consult your local charter captain for the most effective baits and techniques in the area.
Recommended Tackle
Your captain will provide all tackle and gear suited to the target species and local conditions.
Best Deep Sea Fishing Fishing Spots in St. George's
Top spots where local captains target blackfin tuna and other deep sea fishing species.
Grenada Bank Edge
The Grenada Bank's outer edge drops into deep Caribbean water where blue marlin, sailfish, wahoo, and yellowfin tuna patrol the shelf break. The bank extends for miles around Grenada and provides extensive offshore trolling grounds. Grenada is known as the "Spice Island" of sportfishing.
South Coast Drop-Off
The shelf edge south of St. George's drops rapidly into deep Caribbean water where blue marlin, white marlin, and large wahoo concentrate along temperature breaks and current seams. The south coast drop-off is accessible within a short run from St. George's harbor.
Caribbean FADs
Fish Aggregating Devices deployed around Grenada attract mahi-mahi, wahoo, and blackfin tuna to floating structure in deep Caribbean water. Grenada's FAD program is one of the most active in the Eastern Caribbean, providing reliable offshore action year-round.
Kick 'em Jenny Seamount
Kick 'em Jenny is a submarine volcano north of Grenada that rises from the deep Caribbean floor. The seamount's volcanic vents create nutrient-rich upwelling that attracts an extraordinary food chain, concentrating wahoo, yellowfin tuna, and blue marlin along the depth changes surrounding the seamount.
Other Species in St. George's
More fish you can target while visiting St. George's.
Blackfin Tuna Fishing in St. George's — FAQ
The peak months for Blackfin Tuna fishing in St. George's are January, February, March, April, December. During these months, Blackfin Tuna are most active and abundant in the St. George's area.
Blackfin Tuna fishing charters in St. George's are typically deep sea fishing trips. Prices vary by trip duration and group size. Most charters include all gear, bait, licenses, and fish cleaning.
Consult your local charter captain for the most effective baits and techniques in the area.
No — when you book a charter in St. George's, your captain provides all required Grenada fishing licenses as part of the trip.
Blackfin Tuna regulations in Grenada include minimum size limits and bag limits that vary by season. Your captain will know the current regulations and ensure compliance.
While targeting Blackfin Tuna in St. George's, you may also catch Mahi Mahi, King Mackerel, Yellowfin Tuna, Mangrove Snapper, Blue Marlin. Many charter trips target multiple species for the best action.
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