Nambas Fishing Charters offers various fishing packages onboard a luxury 40' Blackwatch. The boat was custom built to the highest specifications for all levels of game fishing.
"Great day out. It wasn’t far from the marina and the lures are heading out." — Paul,
Manga'asi fishing charters put you on the doorstep of Efate’s famed bluewater. With deep ocean drop-offs just a short ride from shore and strong currents running between the mainland and nearby islands, this corner of Vanuatu offers fast access to productive grounds and minimal travel time to start trolling lures or setting live baits.
Offshore, anglers target hard-fighting pelagics such as Marlin, Yellowfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, and Wahoo. When conditions line up, it’s not uncommon to mix big-game trolling with jigging for dogtooth-style predators around ledges and current lines. Inshore, fringing reefs and bommies hold Giant Trevally, coral trout, and reef-dwelling species that smash poppers and stickbaits—perfect for anglers who love explosive topwater strikes and hands-on action.
Manga'asi’s waters fish well year-round thanks to warm tropical temperatures and quick access to depth. Skippers adapt to the day’s conditions, switching between techniques like trolling, popping, jigging, and bottom fishing to keep rods bending. Sheltered leeward areas provide options when trade winds freshen, while the steep underwater contours concentrate bait and predators even close to the beach.
Whether you’re chasing your first billfish or introducing family to reef fishing, local crews know how to tailor a trip—bringing quality tackle, safety gear, and the regional know-how to find fish efficiently. Many charters also practice tag-and-release for billfish and encourage responsible harvest of table species to help keep this fishery thriving.
If you’re looking for a South Pacific getaway that combines dramatic scenery with serious angling potential, Manga'asi fishing charters deliver. Come for the bluewater, stay for the variety, and experience a destination where trophy pelagics and action-packed reef sessions are both within easy reach.
