Custom fully electric fishing boat·Crater lakesComing soon
Névoa
Silent, fully electric, and rigged for every kind of fishing on the lakes.
- 5.5m
- Length
- 10kn
- Top speed
- 4
- Capacity
- Garmin LiveScope 2
Volcanic lagoons · New
Freshwater Fishing
Inside São Miguel's volcanic craters, calm freshwater holds big northern pike, big perch, and zander. Today we fish them from the shore; boat trips start once Névoa, our electric boat, is on the water. A completely different way to fish the island.
The Trips
A different kind of day on the water
Hidden in the volcanic lakes of São Miguel live giant freshwater predators that anglers around the world dream of catching: pike over 40 inches, huge perch, and impressive zander.
These fish are almost completely untouched. Freshwater lure fishing is still virtually unknown on the island, very few anglers have ever seriously targeted these waters, and many of these predators may never have seen a lure. You would be among the first to fish for them in their natural environment.
The lagoon tripPike & Perch
Half day / Full day · Lagoa das Sete Cidades and Lagoa das Furnas
Topwater lures for the big pike that sit over the grassbeds, then the drop-offs and shorelines for the big perch.
Coming soonZander on the LiveScope
Half day / Full day · Lagoa das Furnas
Use LiveScope sonar to find the largest zander in the lake and target them with precision.
Bass & Trout on Foot
Half day · Lagoa do Fogo, Lagoa de São Brás, and the streams
Get adventurous with us and target largemouth bass or rainbow trout on foot, in spectacular natural surroundings.
Every trip is private and guided; the water and the method are chosen for the day's conditions. Until Névoa launches, every trip is fished from the shore.
What we provide
- A purpose-built electric boat (coming soon)
- State-of-the-art sonar
- Premium tackle from the world's leading brands
- Experienced guides who know these waters
Species
What lives in these waters
Introduced just a few generations ago, these species have now fully adapted and thrive in their natural environment.
Northern Pike
Esox lucius · Lagoa das Sete Cidades and Lagoa das Furnas
Casting big lures and topwater in the shallows to target the fish of a lifetime.
European Perch
Perca fluviatilis · Lagoa das Sete Cidades, Lagoa das Furnas, and Lagoa de São Brás
Find the big schools of record-size perch on the drop-offs.
Zander
Sander lucioperca · Lagoa das Furnas only
Target the record-size zander in the deep water with LiveScope technology.
Largemouth Bass
Micropterus salmoides · Lagoa do Fogo and Lagoa de São Brás
Sight fishing with light gear is the best way to target these fish.
Rainbow Trout
Oncorhynchus mykiss · Lagoa do Fogo and the streams · on foot only
Clever and discreet, the rainbow trout is a rare prize for the angler on foot.
The Lagoons
Four waters, four different ways
All four lagoons are fished from the shore today, and Sete Cidades and Furnas will also be fished by boat once Névoa launches. Each has its own water, access, and season. Rules vary by location and are confirmed before your trip.
Choose a lake on the map, or from the names below
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© Monitotxi · CC BY-SA 2.0 · cropped
Lagoa das Sete Cidades
Shore now, boat soon · pike and big perch · October to May/June
Two interconnected lakes nestled inside a spectacular volcanic crater. The Blue Lake is larger and clearer, the Green Lake smaller and deeper. Depending on the season and the target species, we may fish one or both.
Pike are abundant, including excellent topwater opportunities over the weed beds, and the large perch make these waters a fantastic destination for trophy predator fishing.
Stunning scenery, untouched water, and exceptional freshwater fishing.
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© Ravi Sarma · CC BY 2.0 · cropped
Lagoa das Furnas
Shore now, boat soon · perch, pike, and big zander · October to June
Directly connected to an active hydrothermal system, Lagoa das Furnas benefits from nutrient-rich water that supports a thriving fish population.
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced angler, the pike and perch provide exciting fishing along the shorelines. But the ultimate prize is one of the lake's huge zander.
To target these elusive predators we use LiveScope sonar, which lets us locate them and fish for them precisely.
A unique lake, incredible predators, and the chance to catch a true trophy zander.
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© Monitotxi · CC BY-SA 2.0 · cropped
Lagoa do Fogo
On foot · largemouth bass and rainbow trout
Considered one of the purest lakes on São Miguel, Lagoa do Fogo is fed year round by 15 natural streams.
After a scenic 30-minute hike you reach its pristine, crystal-clear water, perfect for sight fishing for largemouth bass and rainbow trout on light tackle.
Wild, crystal clear, and truly untouched. Access depends on the rules in force.
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© Krack30 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · cropped
Lagoa de São Brás
On foot · largemouth bass and perch
São Brás is the smallest lake we fish from the shore, but it holds a healthy population of largemouth bass and perch.
We explore the entire shoreline, casting into different areas to locate and tempt the predators hiding in its water.
A small lake, wild surroundings, and plenty of predator action.
The Boat
Purpose-built for the lagoons
The crater lakes call for a very different boat from the ones we use in the Atlantic. We're developing an electric, quiet, shallow-draft boat specifically for these waters.
Aboard
- Fully electric motor
- Garmin LVS44 LiveScope 2 sonar
- Garmin bow motor
- GPS · Wi-Fi
Rates
One price for your group
Every trip is a private, full day with a guide. Prices are per group of up to four, not per person.
Freshwater
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Freshwater shore fishing Full day · 8 h · on foot Per group €750
Pike, perch, largemouth bass, trout, and carp, on foot where they're feeding that season.
- From the shore €750 ≈ €188 per person with 4 anglers
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Freshwater charter fishing Full day · 8 h · on board Névoa Coming soon Per group €1,000
Pike, perch, zander, and carp, from the electric boat on the spots you can't reach from the shore. Opens once Névoa is on the water; ask on WhatsApp and we'll tell you the first dates.
- On board Névoa €1,000 ≈ €250 per person with 4 anglers
What's included
- Eight hours of private, guided fishing, planned around your group.
- High-end fishing gear.
- A full meal on the shoreline, with local snacks and drinks.
Good to know
- Up to four anglers per trip.
- Return transfers from your accommodation to the meeting point can be arranged on request.
Questions
Before you fish the lagoons
Do I need a license to fish the lagoons?
Yes. Fishing the lagoons needs a regional freshwater fishing license. Visitors can get a tourist license, valid for 30 days anywhere in the Azores, from the nearest regional Forest Service post. Tell us your dates when you enquire and we'll help you sort it out before the trip.
What is included in a freshwater trip?
All trips include the guide, the tackle, and the terminal gear for the method you are fishing, plus drinks and local snacks. We confirm all the details once the booking is made.
Do I need experience?
No. None of our freshwater trips ask for prior fishing experience. The guide walks you through how to rig, cast, and read the water throughout, so you have the best chance at the fish of a lifetime.
Is the fishing catch and release?
Rules differ per species and per lagoon, and the guide applies whatever is in force on the day. Whenever there is a choice, the fish goes back.
When do the boat trips start?
Névoa, our electric lagoon boat, is still being finished, so for now every freshwater trip is fished from the shore. Ask on WhatsApp and we'll tell you as soon as the first boat dates open.
Can I fish without a boat?
Yes. Lagoa do Fogo and Lagoa de São Brás are fished on foot for largemouth bass, with perch at Lagoa de São Brás, and Lagoa do Fogo and the island's streams hold rainbow trout. Those trips are guided from the bank.
When is the best season?
The best overall season for freshwater fishing is October to June, but great fishing is also possible outside those months. On São Miguel, conditions matter more than the calendar. Tell us when you are on the island and we'll recommend the most realistic and rewarding option for the conditions at the time.
Contact
Tell us when you're on the island
We sail from Ponta Delgada and from Vila Franca do Campo. Tell us your dates and we'll help you choose the trip, boat, and departure point that make the most sense.
Departure points
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Ponta Delgada
Marina de Ponta Delgada · Portas do Mar
Galáxia
Avenida Infante Dom Henrique
9500-769 Ponta Delgada Open in Maps ↗ - 02
Vila Franca do Campo
Marina de Vila Franca do Campo
Frontino · Sensei
Rua Eng.º Manuel António Martins Mota, S/N
9680-909 Vila Franca do Campo Open in Maps ↗