La spearfishing –or spearfishing– It is one of the most extreme, challenging and fun fishing adventures for lovers of this sport.
En Cádiz fishing with this modality is very well received and highly practiced by fans and experts alike. Counting on excellent areas where you can do a profitable underwater fishing session.
Let's review some of the most visited spaces and also review some important techniques and tips before diving into the rich waters of Cádiz.
Spearfishing areas in Cádiz
Trafalgar and Caños de Meca are the #1 areas to practice spear fishing in Cadiz. If you want to carry out true professional sessions or you are getting into this interesting style, we will recommend some ideal spaces in this sector for your spearfishing.
enguaero
The cliffs in the area will serve as the main landscape before plunging into the sea. This wonderful sector is located in front of Las Cortinas. It is ideal for beginners, since many diving schools choose this space for their practices. Fishing possible? Bonito, grouper, sea bass, sea bass and many more. Depth from 17 to 30 meters.
The Oil
The underwater beauty is one of the best you can find. Close to the Trafalgar Tombolo, this space is perfect for intense scuba diving and if you add some spear fishing, much better. depth from 2 to 25 meters.
Other diving spaces towards the Palmar area are also excellent Conil.
Let us also list some that are highly visited by all the diving schools and groups in the province and very close to Palmar:
- Zahara
- Zahara slabs
- pigeon point
- The heads
- Bologna
10 practical tips for spearfishing
- Check in advance the state of the climate and the waters in the sector you choose for fishing.
- Try to rest well the night before and never fish with a hangover or under the action of alcohol or another hallucinogenic substance,
- Keep in shape. This is very especially for freediving. Constant exercise, especially cardiovascular exercise, is essential for a safe practice.
- Never do the activity alone and always report your location.
- If you do not have a certification or course, take one first, at least basic so that you know all the techniques and care that you must have.
- Before your spearfishing session, eat light. High-carbohydrate foods and sweet fruit are especially recommended.
- Take with you all your necessary implements and check them beforehand before diving into the water.
- If you go in a group, always keep eye contact with them.
- Always carry out sustainable fishing and in view of the ecological. Remember that the challenge is your own underwater diving practice. In addition, appreciating the environment is a fundamental part of the art of fishing.
- Know your limits. Never go beyond what you think, and less if you have not practiced or have gradually advanced in the immersion. Remember first and foremost that this is a recreational experience and hunting a fish is not worth risking your own life.
