Fast Fish, Big Fun: Curaçao Wahoo with Hey Swa Curaçao Fishing
Wahoo is one of the most fun fish to catch. They are lightning-fast and put up a thrilling battle. They are also one of the tastier fish in the sea. The waters of the Caribbean are one of the best places to find and reel in Wahoo.
Hey Swa Fishing Charters, located on the beautiful island of Curacao, is your choice for extreme fishing. Captain Dirk, or as he is known, Deckie Dirk, is an experienced captain who has been fishing the waters off Curacao for over 20 years. He may not be a true local, but he knows these waters as well as anyone. He is the perfect choice for those who want to fight with one of the most ferocious fish in the Caribbean.
Deckie Dick might take you to some local wahoo hotspots around the deeper drop-offs or underwater structures. Curaçao’s clear waters and vibrant reefs are ideal hunting grounds for Wahoo.
Wahoo are torpedo-shaped fish with incredible speed, reaching speeds of over 60 mph. They shine in the sun with iridescent blue and black stripes and silver bellies. They have razor-sharp teeth known to bite through fishing lines and anglers, too, if they are not being careful. They are powerful and strike your bait suddenly, leading to thrilling fights. Reeling in one of these fish will test your skills and stamina, and there will be no need to take a trip to the gym that day.
Wahoo fishing is a year-round experience in the Caribbean, but the best time is in the cooler months of late fall and winter. Deckie Dirk knows when the best time to reel them in is and where the best spots are to find them.
Fishing on the Hey Swa is different from most fishing charters you have been on. To go fishing with Deckie Dirk, you really need to be experienced because there are no deckhands, so you have the opportunity to handle everything by yourself, from baiting your hook to bringing in your fish. If you do need assistance, of course Captain Dirk is there to help.
The Hey Swa is 25 ft. Panga that is built for one thing: fishing. It is smaller than other boats that go out to the sea, but don’t let the size fool you, it is the perfect boat for an incredible day on the water.
It is big enough for up to three anglers, each with their own fighting chairs. In addition to the chairs, the Hey Swa comes with two custom-designed Tuna Tubes and the best navigation and fish-finding equipment.
Deckie Dirk also wants his guests to have the best in rods, reels and tackle. He has Penn Battle III 8000 reels with Ugly Stik Big Water rods for your use.
The best way to catch Wahoo is by trolling at 7 – 15 knots at high speeds. This is the most effective way to target these fish. Using lures like deep-diving plugs, weighted skirted lures, or ballyhoo rigs works very well.
When fishing for Wahoo, you need to use heavy-duty lines and wire leaders to keep the Wahoo’s razor-sharp teeth from ruining your day by slicing through your line.
Curacao is a vacation destination, and when on vacation, a day on the water fishing is a great way to pass the time. Fishing with Deckie Dirk aboard the Hey Swa is the best on the island and the best way to have an epic day reeling in Wahoo and other fish like Tuna, Mahi Mahi and even some giant billfish.
Wahoo have the reputation of being one of the hardest fish to catch but also some of the most delicious, making them one of the most sought-after trophy fish. Come aboard the Hey Swa for an experience you will never forget and brag about to all your friends and family.
Captain Dirk is very passionate about the local culture and supports the local fishermen who fish with hand lines from small boats. He gives them any catches over 11 lbs. Any fish under that weight can be released back or if it meets regulations, can be taken home by the clients. And, of course, the big billfish and sharks are strictly catch-and-release as Hey Swa Fishing Charters follows good conservation practices.
Hey Swa Curaçao Fishing
- Sint Willibrordus, Curaçao
Captain Dirk Ost, known as Deckie Dirk, has over 20 years of experience fishing Curaçao’s waters. His custom-built 25ft Panga, Hey Swa, offers hands-on deep-sea fishing adventures targeting wahoo, tuna, and mahimahi. Dirk’s passion and expertise ensure an engaging experience for all anglers.
