1. Guatemala

Fishing in Guatemala

Fishing in Guatemala includes Pacific saltwater fishing and freshwater fishing inland. Offshore pelagic species are a major draw.

Types of species in Guatemala

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Biggest catches in Guatemala

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Guatemala fishing reports

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Pacific crevalle jack

Canal de Chiquimulilla

15 in · 2 lb

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Pacific crevalle jack

Canal de Chiquimulilla

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Pacific crevalle jack

Canal de Chiquimulilla

18 in · 3 lb 6 oz

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Banded tetra

Río Juan Vicente

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Threadfin shad

Río Juan Vicente

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Blackbelt cichlid

Río Juan Vicente

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Fat snook

Río Juan Vicente

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Dog Snapper

Laguna El Corchal

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Pampa El Carrizal

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Mangrove snapper

Brazo Río Achiguate

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FAQ about fishing in Guatemala

🐟 What are the best fish species to catch in Guatemala?
Some of the most popular species anglers target in Guatemala include Snapper, Bass, and Snook. The best species often depend on season, water type, and location within the country.

For more detailed, real-time insights, the shows which species are being caught near you and what baits are working best across Guatemala.
🌊 Where are the top fishing spots in Guatemala?
Some of the most popular fishing spots in Guatemala include Salinas Santa Rosa, Laguna Majagüal, and Zanjón Marrueco. Anglers across the country fish a wide range of waters, with opportunities varying by region and season.

With the , you can explore local hotspots anywhere in Guatemala, see recent catches, and find out what's working near you.
🎣 What are anglers currently catching in Guatemala?
Recent catches logged in Guatemala include Pacific crevalle jack, Banded tetra, and Threadfin shad, with active reports coming in from waters like Canal de Chiquimulilla and Río Juan Vicente. What's biting changes week to week depending on weather, water temperature, and season.

Open the to see the latest reports from Guatemala in real time — including bait, conditions, and exact locations.