Tropic Star Black Marlin on the line - need a bigger boat?
Pinas Bay action close aboard
The fight begins with a black marlin in Pinas Bay Panama
Pinas Bay black marlin jumps clear
Tropic Star Lodge Pinas Bay Panama

Panama ▪ 40 Active World Records

Tropic Star Resort - Pinas Bay

Over 250 I.G.F.A. World Records broken!

    Tropic Star was named the best saltwater fishing resort in the world in the 1999 Robb Report. There have been more I.G.F.A. World Records broken in Pinas Bay than anywhere else in the world.

    Discover Panama’s Pinas Bay where black, blue and striped marlin abound in numbers unheard of elsewhere. Pacific sailfish, dolphin, amberjack, snapper, grouper and more. 31’ Bertram yachts with experienced captain and mate. This lodge is only accessible by boat or plane.

    All species of billfish and non-billfish can be caught year-round in the pristine waters off Pinas Bay. The prime black marlin season runs from December into April. The Pacific sailfish start moving in April through June. July brings another run of marlin; many in the five hundred pound range. Most of their fishing is done six to fifteen miles offshore in calm waters.

   Deluxe air-conditioned rooms with private baths and ocean view. Hike jungle paths, snorkel, whale watch from the lodge, comb the white sandy beach, enjoy a massage, swim in the freshwater swimming pool and more. Four-course dinners with wine. The lodge has no telephones, fax machines or television. Thirty-six guests are catered to by over 100 employees. 85% of their business is repeat, so early booking is a must.

Includes: '31 Bertram yacht with experienced captain and mate, first class fishing tackle, deluxe air-conditioned room with private bath and scenic view, full breakfast, boxed lunch and four course dinner with complimentary wine, sodas, bottled water and ice-tea are all included.

Does not include: International airfare, flight and ground transfers from Panama City to lodge (approx. $500.00), alcohol, gratuities, and taxes.

  • 2010 Rates:  April thru September
  • 7-nights and 6-days guided fishing:
  • $3,850.00 Fishing 4 per boat
  • $4,550.00 Fishing 3 per boat
  • $2,250.00 Non-Anglers
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  • Dec. 2010 thru March 5, 2011 Rates:
  • 7-nights and 6-days guided fishing:
  • $5,195.00 Fishing 4 per boat
  • $5,695.00 Fishing 3 per boat
  • $2,550.00 Non-Anglers
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  • March 5 thru Sept. 24, 2011 Rates:
  • 7-nights and 6-days guided fishing:
  • $4,000.00 Fishing 4 per boat
  • $4,700.00 Fishing 3 per boat
  • $2,400.00 Non-Anglers

Tropic Star holds 40 current world records.