Honduras International Billfish Tournament 2026 starts in…….
Honduras International Billfish Open
The Honduras International Billfish Open is a tournament organized by the Club de Pesca del Caribe which over the years has established itself as the most important sport fishing event in Honduras.
2011
El año que el HIBO fue elaborado por primera vez
40+
Over 40 vessels participate every year in the HIBO, with participants from over 15 countries.
500+
Over 500 billfish have been released in the country since the implementation of this new fishing modality.
Lps 12,000,000+
Have been invested directly and indirectly into the economy of the adjoining comunities thru all editions.
This tournament aims to encourage sustainable sport fishing among all fishermen in our region, uniting and creating ties within this community through its 3 days of events, thus promoting tourism development in the areas of Omoa and Puerto Cortés. Lastly, and perhaps the objective that will leave a significant impact throughout all its editions, is the social component that was added to the tournament since its inception. The form and mechanism with which this event was designed has allowed the Club de Pesca del Caribe to generate resources that year after year serve to support organizations and schools in great need within our country. All of the above would not be possible without the great support of all our sponsors and participants who are part of this great event every year.
Sustainable Sport Fishing
The Honduras International Billfish Open was the first 100% “Catch & Release” tournament in the country. This means that no Billfish can be sacrificed, regardless of its weight or size. From this measure, all other tournaments followed this same line of conservation and implemented this modality.
Gracias a esta iniciativa, a través de los años se ha alcanzado el objetivo de crear una conciencia de conservación de estas especies, no solo durante los torneos, sino que también durante otros viajes de pesca recreativa. En los últimos 14 años de torneos nacionales y días recreativos de pesca, se calcula que tanto los miembros del Club de Pesca del Caribe, al igual que otros pescadores participantes de esta y otras zonas del país han liberado más de 500 billfish, los cuales hubieran sido sacrificados de no haber iniciado esta conciencia de pesca deportiva sostenible.
Promote Development
Promote fishing as a form of tourism in our country. Managing to generate financial growth in the population living in the surrounding areas where the tournament is held. By investing in projects related to fishing such as restaurants, hotels, marinas, charters and many more.
These new projects will create new direct jobs and countless indirect jobs, which will generate wealth and population growth. Allowing them to grow in their professional aspirations and being able to better provide for their families.
Social Responsability
Help some of the most needy areas of the society in our country. For this reason, every year a big portion of the funds are destined to help different charitable organizations.
In our first edition we were able to donate L. 50,000 to a single organization. In this short time we have grown to the point that we can now donate L. 500,000 between several organizations in a single edition. To date we have donated more than 4.5 million lempiras and we have helped more than 30 different organizations such as: orphanages, schools, hospitals, children with special needs, cancer centers, day care centers, help lines and many more.
Billfish Points Category
Blue Marlin, White Marlin, Sailfish and Spearfish are the only species that qualify for this tournament. The Billfish Division winner is defined by the sum of points awarded for the official release of one or more properly recorded and reported Billfish species..
First Place
The boat that reaches first the highest accumulation of billfish points will get $17,500.00 in cash, plus prizes.
Second Place
The boat that reaches the second highest accumulation of billfish points will get $10,500.00 in, cash, plus prizes.
Third Place
The boat that reaches the third highest accumulation of billfish points will get $7,000.00 in, cash, plus prizes.
Rodeo Category
Wahoo, Dolphin, Kingfish and Tuna are the only species that qualify for this tournament. Any catch must weigh at least 20 Lbs to qualify.
First Place
The boat with the highest weighing fish will obtain a prize of $4,000 in cash, plus prizes
Second Place
The boat with the second highest weighing fish will obtain a prize of $2,400 in cash, plus prizes
Third Place
The boat with the third highest weighing fish will obtain a prize of $1,600 in cash, plus prizes
Children’s Category
Tuna, Wahoo, Dolphin & Barracuda are some of the species that qualify for this category. Any species of fish qualifies regardless of their weight. 12 years is the maximum age for a child to participate in this category.
First Place
Goes to the participant with the highest weighted fish.
Second Place
Goes to the participant with the second highest weighted fish.
Third Place
Goes to the participant with the third highest weighted fish.
OTHER CATEGORIES
Special Awards
TOP TAGGER
The boat that manages to TAG the most billfish during the event will receive a special award.
TOP LADY ANGLER
Prize for the fisherwoman who obtains the most points by adding the points from the Billfish and Rodeo category.
REGISTRATION
Siga las instrucciones de registro, una vez registrada la embarcación, recibirá un correo electrónico con la confirmación del registro. Ahora podra proceder a hacer el pago en linea de la inscripcion. Favor tener en mente que esta confirmación deberá ser presentada en la reunión de capitanes para poder recibir todo el material, brazaletes y demás regalías que se le entrega a cada embarcación participante. Así mismo recibirá una invitación al grupo de WhatsApp HIBO-2026, en donde se estará enviando el codigo de la bandera de cada dia, asi como otra información importante relacionada al torneo.
Normal Price
Early Bird Price*
$1,500.00
$1,300.00
* Only applies to all vessels that register and pay before 25 de Febrero del 2026. Cualquier registro/pago despues de esa fecha se cobrara $1,500.00 por embarcacion.
Les recordamos que el registro al HIBO 2026 solo puede hacerse en linea. No one will be able to register in person. We also remind you that registration payment can only be made online. It is worth mentioning that it is the responsibility of the participating vessels to have their permits, licenses and registration in order with the local authorities.
Reglas Honduras International Billfish Open 2026
Schedule of Events
Captains Meeting
Thursday 5 de Marzo del 2026
4:00 pm
Distribution of materials, bracelets, and welcome package.
6:00 pm
Captains meeting at The Marine Restaurant & Marina
First day of Fishing / Cocktail
Friday 6 de Marzo del 2026
5:30 am
Flag distribution at the Marine Marina
5:55 am
Random selection of the Day 1 official code.
6:00 am
Lines in. (Fishing begins)
4:00 pm
Cocktail begins at the marina
5:30 pm
Lines out (end of fishing)
7:00 pm
Weighing station closes. Time limit for uploaded videos.
Second day of Fishing / Award Ceremony
Saturday 7 de Marzo del 2026
4:30 am
Flag distribution at the Marine Marina
4:55 am
Random selection of the Day 2 official code.
5:00 am
Lines in. (Fishing begins)
5:00 pm
Tournament ends. Weighing closed. Video upload closing time.
6:30 pm
Award ceremony and party.
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