Cayman Islands International Fishing Tournament
April 30 – May 3, 2020
When you think of the Cayman Islands, you think of tropical land surrounded by pure, blue water. Whether you would rather be on land or at sea, there is an unlimited amount of things to do. Cayman is known for their great fishing opportunities, and anglers love to take full advantage of what the ocean has to offer!
Every year, the Cayman Islands International Fishing Tournament graces the waters of the Caribbean. Fishermen travel from all over the world to compete! Participants have a few days to catch fish based on the prize categories before visiting the weigh station and attending the closing ceremony.
Prizes for the Cayman Islands International Fishing Tournament change every year, but as the competition grows, the prizes get better and better. Prizes are awarded based on categories; in the past, the main cash prize has been over $100,000! Smaller past prizes have included a Rolex, smaller cash prizes, and more.
If you are planning to participate in the Cayman Islands International Fishing Tournament, make sure you pre-register. Registration usually occurs a few days before the tournament begins. You must be pre-approved before you participate.
The fish eligible for the Cayman Islands International Fishing Tournament are billfish, yellowfin tuna, dolphin, and wahoo.
It costs $500 per boat to enter the main competition. Each boat is allowed up to 4 anglers. If you are interested in the Jackpot that is worth more than $100,000, the entry fee is $5,000 per boat. This jackpot is based on the team that releases the most billfish during the competition.
For more information, go to www.fishcayman.com/home.html