Dorado — mahi mahi, lampuga, call it what you like — is the happiest fish in the ocean to catch. Electric gold and green, jumping from the first second of the fight, feeding in schools that can turn a slow afternoon into an hour of non-stop action. If you're bringing family or first-timers aboard, this is the fish that makes the day.
Why Dorado Trips Work for Everyone
- They school: find one dorado and you've usually found ten. Keeping one hooked fish in the water holds the school at the boat — everyone aboard gets a turn.
- They fight on top: acrobatic jumps and colour flashes, all visible from the deck. Kids remember this fish.
- Light tackle friendly: 20–30 lb outfits, no fighting chair needed — the fight is fun, not punishing.
Season & Where We Find Them
Summer through late autumn, with the best action from August to November. Dorado gather under anything floating — current lines, debris, buoys — so we run the offshore lines and watch for birds. They often crash the spread on tuna and wahoo trips too.
Keep Your Catch
Dorado is a fast-growing, sustainable species and superb eating — the classic "catch and cook" fish. Take your catch to a harbourside restaurant in Puerto Colón and it'll be on your table by evening.
Boats & Pricing
Perfect for shared trips from €85/person and family-friendly private charters from €490 on Barco 33 or the No Limits boats. See family fishing in Tenerife for how we run trips with kids aboard.
FAQ
When can you catch dorado in Tenerife?
Summer through late autumn, with August to November as the prime window. They arrive with the warm water and follow floating structure offshore.
Is dorado fishing good for children?
It's the best fishing here for kids: light tackle, visual surface fights, plenty of action when a school is found, and a beautiful fish for photos. Our crews are used to young anglers.
How big are Tenerife dorado?
Most school fish run 3–8 kg; bull dorado over 15 kg show up every season, usually around the biggest floating debris lines.