Isabela Island, the crown jewel of the Galápagos, is the largest island in the archipelago—stretching 62 miles in length and spanning 1,791 square miles. Home to just 3,000 residents, it remains wild and unspoiled, with towering volcanoes and sweeping Pacific views. Offshore, its waters are among the richest in the Eastern Pacific, teeming with tuna, bonito, and squid that attract massive schools of blue and black marlin. For anglers, this means prime feeding grounds lie just 8 miles from port, with runs rarely exceeding 20 nautical miles—putting some of the world’s largest billfish within easy reach.
Quick Facts - Isabela Island
Rates: Packages start at $7,098 p.p. (based on party of four)
for 7 nights / 6 days guided fishing.
Location: 600 miles off the coast of Ecuador in the Pacific Ocean
Season: January through June for peak blue and black marlin
Billfish: Blue, Black, and Striped Marlin (catch-and-release)
Other Species: Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo, Grouper, Almaco Jack, Bonito, and Squid.
Methods: Trolling, light tackle, heavy tackle, bottom fishing, and the IGFA-endorsed method for targeting billfish on the fly. Short runs to banks and drop-offs; productive grounds just 8 miles offshore.
Boats: 38 ft. Sportfishers, twin 600-HP outboards, 3-person crew + up to 4 anglers
Lodging: Iguana Crossing Hotel, a boutique eco-hotel, oceanview rooms
Season: The season runs from January through June, the peak time for striped and blue marlin. Species: Striped marlin, blue marlin, and black marlin. Anglers can also pursue yellowfin tuna, wahoo, grouper, and almaco jack (longfin yellowtail). Methods: Sportfish Galapagos Expeditions (SFGE) offers both fly and conventional fishing, inshore and offshore. Group Size: Fishing packages are available for private groups of one to four anglers. Each booking is exclusive—groups are not combined—so you’ll enjoy a personalized experience with your own party.
The Fishing Program
Boats: You’ll fish from 38-foot Sportfishers custom-built in Ecuador and powered by twin 600-HP outboards. Each vessel has an enclosed restroom, a salon, a flybridge, outriggers, a fighting chair, stand-up gear with harnesses, and all safety equipment required by the Ecuadorian Navy. Professional three-member crew and up to four anglers. Fishing Equipment: Packages include the use of custom-built trolling rods, spinning rods, conventional rods, Shimano reels, and tackle. Fly anglers will have access to TFO rods paired with Mako reels. Our confirmation packet includes a detailed packing list. Fishing License: All required fishing permits are included in the package. IGFA Billfish on the Fly: Starting in January 2026, SFGE will be the exclusive outfitter in the Galapagos for the IGFA Billfish on the Fly program. Designed for saltwater fly anglers, this program teaches the effective technique of landing large billfish while following IGFA rules, using a maximum 20-pound tippet. Most IGFA record holders for billfish on the fly have trained at Jake’s Billfish Schools.
A Typical Fishing Day: 6:00 a.m. – Fresh coffee available at the hotel. 6:50 a.m. – Your host meets you in the lodge lobby for the short transfer to the water taxi dock. 7:00 a.m. – Fishing departure. Breakfast and lunch are served on board. 4:00 p.m. – Return to the dock, just in time for the daily cocktail hour by the pool. Evening – Your host coordinates dinner plans for the group, either at a favorite local restaurant or in the hotel’s dining area.
Grouper Fishing
Isabela Island Sailfishing
The Beautiful Galapagos
Yellowfin Tuna - Isabela Island
Wahoo - Isabela Island
Iguana Crossing Hotel
Iguana Crossing, an award-winning boutique eco-luxury hotel in Puerto Villamil, is known for its unique oceanside location along a path frequented by marine iguanas. Blending sustainability with comfort, the hotel was built using local materials and features modern amenities, spacious rooms, and breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, wetlands, and the nearby volcano. This award-winning hotel focuses on farm-to-table dining, plus easy access to guided nature tours.
Farm-to-Table Dining
Locally sourced ingredients highlight Galapagos cuisine. Fresh fish and tropical dishes with exotic fruits. You'll take a packed breakfast and lunch on the boat. In the evenings, you'll enjoy delicious appetizers and dinners at the hotel. Alcohol: The package includes beer and liquor, which is provided on the boats. A nightly poolside pre-dinner cocktail hour with beer, wine, and liquor is also included at Iguana Crossing. Any alcohol beyond that is charged per drink on a nightly tab. Liquor can be pricey in the Galapagos, so we recommend purchasing your liquor duty-free before clearing customs in Guayaquil. You are allowed to purchase up to three liters of your choice of duty-free liquor.
Oceanview Bedrooms
Your stay includes an ocean-view room with a balcony at the Iguana Crossing Hotel. Communications: Starlink Wi-Fi is available at the hotels and on the boats. Most international cell phone carriers work with local roaming carriers.
View from the Hotel
Non-Angler Activities and Tours: • Snorkeling, kayaking, and diving with sea turtles, penguins...
• Tours to Sierra Negra Volcano and other land excursions.
• Horseback riding, hiking, beaches, and conservation-focused experiences.
38 ft. Boats for up to Four Anglers
Getting to Isabela Island:
Quick Summary: You’ll fly to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) in Guayaquil, Ecuador, the primary Gateway to the Galapagos Islands. After an overnight stay at a hotel in Guayaquil, you’ll take a short domestic flight (under two hours) the following morning to the Galapagos Islands.
From Guayaquil, you’ll take a one-hour and 55-minute flight to Baltra Island. You’ll then take a 35-minute island hopper flight from Baltra Island to Isabela Island. This is the quickest way to get to Isabela, and the charter flight is included in the package. Travel Summary:
• Fly to Guayaquil (GYE), Ecuador.
• Overnight in Guayaquil (Hotel Oro Verde or Hotel del Parque).
• Next morning, fly to Isabela (domestic flights included).
• Two hotel nights in Guayaquil are required and included (arrival and departure).
2026 Packages
Our advice is free. We never charge more than the Lodges we represent. Season: January through June.
2026 USD Rates:
7 nights / 6 days guided fishing
4 angler party - $7,098 per person
3 angler party - $8,613 per person
2 angler party - $9,780 per person 6 nights / 5 days guided fishing
4 angler party - $8,548 per person
3 angler party - $10,480 per person
2 angler party - $12,123 per person 5 nights / 4 days guided fishing
4 angler party - $9,996 per person
3 angler party - $12,353 per person
2 angler party - $14,445 per person 4 nights / 3 days guided fishing
4 angler party - $11,445 per person
3 angler party - $14,210 per person
2 angler party - $16,670 per person Request a Galapagos Islands Information Packet.
The Packages Include:
• English-speaking host throughout the trip
• First and last night hotel stay in Guayaquil
• All necessary ground transfers in the Galapagos
• Guided land tour upon arrival
• Two hotel nights—upon your arrival and departure from Guayaquil
• Breakfast at the hotel in Guayaquil
• Roundtrip flights between Guayaquil and Isabela
• Lodging at Iguana Crossing Hotel
• Starlink Wi-Fi
• Dinner at the hotel
• Breakfast, lunch, snacks, beer, and liquor while fishing
• Poolside cocktail hour with beer, wine, and liquor
• Guided fishing on a custom boat with a captain and crew
• Use of custom-built trolling rods, spinning rods, conventional rods, Shimano reels, TFO fly rods with Mako reels, and tackle
• All required fishing permits
• $200 Galapagos National Park Entrance fee per adult
• INGALA Transit Control Card
• Global Rescue coverage, $139 value
The Packages Do Not Include:
• International airfare to and from Guayaquil, Ecuador
• Meals/drinks in Guayaquil (except hotel breakfast
• Optional excursions and tours not listed in the itinerary
• Additional drinks beyond the boat and cocktail hour
• Gratuities to boat crew and arrival team
• Travel insurance
• Fuel surcharges may apply
• Anything not mentioned under inclusions.
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Sportfishing Galapagos Expeditions Policies:
Deposit Policy: A 50% deposit is due immediately at the time of booking to secure boats, available lodging, and tours. The final payment is due 90 days before the departure date of your trip. Cancellation Policy: Full refund if you cancel in writing 121 days or more from your trip start date, less a $1,000.00 per person cancelation fee which can be used as a credit towards a future booking if booked within 18 months of your cancelation date. If you cancel for any reason within 120 days of your trip start date, then all payments will be non-refundable. As a courtesy we will do our best to work with you on rescheduling your trip on a space available basis but there is no guarantee. Many of our vendors have cancelation policies that we have no control over. For this reason, we highly recommend trip cancellation insurance.
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