Gulf of Chiriquí · Panama
World-class fishing awaits.
Yellowfin tuna. Black marlin. Blue marlin. Roosterfish. Cubera snapper. The stuff dreams are made of — from Panama's only private island fishing lodge.
Why Sport Fish Panama
Boutique and curated — a blend of luxury and adventure.
The one-of-a-kind take on the fishing trip of a lifetime, set on a remote private island abutting one of the world's richest fishing grounds.
A private island
Intimate, comfortable and hand-crafted. Fall asleep to the Pacific; fish in paradise.
Expert local captains
English-speaking crews running the finest fleet in the Gulf of Chiriquí.
Tournament-grade gear
Top-of-the-line rods, reels and electronics to land the fish of a lifetime.
A culinary experience
Dedicated chefs meeting mountains of fresh tuna, lobster and shrimp.
5
33′ catamarans in the fleet
24
Anglers, max — boutique by design
5.0
TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice
The fishing
Four reasons to make the trip.
Inshore and offshore, the Gulf of Chiriquí offers perhaps the best combination of fishing in Central America.
About the lodge
Panama's only private island fishing lodge.
Sport Fish Panama Island Lodge makes the Gulf of Chiriquí's world-class inshore and offshore fisheries accessible — and we proudly run the region's finest fleet. Boutique, intimate and well-appointed, we curate every aspect of your experience.
Fall asleep listening to the Pacific Ocean. Leave with a new appreciation of what fresh seafood really means. This is what fishing dreams are made of.
Meet the crew
Captains who know these waters cold.
Our professional, experienced, English-speaking crews know the Gulf of Chiriquí. Each runs a high-performance 33′ catamaran outfitted with the finest gear and tackle.
From live-baiting for marlin to throwing poppers into tuna frenzies to chasing roosterfish and cubera inshore — they are passionate, expert, and ready.
What our guests are saying
Five-star reviews, trip after trip.
"This is the best fishing experience I have experienced or can imagine. It is also a five-star, boutique, curated experience in a remote location abutting one of the world's richest fishing grounds. Amenities, cuisine and drinks are all top notch. Everything was seamless."
Kent S.
Returning guest · February 2025
"I was a little skeptical when I read all the great reviews but after going I realize they were all correct. This is a top notch operation. Boats, gear and crew were top of the line. They worked hard to get us on the fish and delivered on everything advertised."
tnitetx
Father & son trip
"I can't believe how perfect this place was. From the initial experience, to the very comfortable lodging, some of the best food I've ever eaten, and amazing fishing — one of the best experiences I've ever had. Can't wait to go back!"
Damon S.
First-time guest
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