The waters of the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean that surround Saint Martin are extremely fish-rich and specially renowned for being home to the largest blue marlin on the planet. There is even a Marlin Boulevard, a famous spot for these beautiful specimens. The entire zone is incredibly fish-rich and many species can be found here, including barracuda, mahi-mahi, black fin and yellow fin tuna and wahoo.

October marks the start of the mahi mahi and wahoo fishing season, and June and July are the best months to try your luck at catching marlin.

Several operators run day and half-day fishing trips from the French and Dutch marinas, giving you the chance to try the sport and enjoy a pleasant trip out on the seas at the same time.

Each year, the island holds two deep-sea fishing contests, attracting participants from all over the world: The Marlin Cup (May) and The BillFish Tournament (June) which leaves from Marigot waterfront and is renowned throughout the Caribbean (see www.billfish-tournament.com).