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Cayman Islands International Fishing Tournament 2023
April 25, 2023 - May 2, 2023
The Cayman Islands International Fishing Tournament (CIIFT) is the Islands’ premier sportfishing experience for over 25 years and will be held on April 25 – May 2, 2023. The tournament features a mix of local and international anglers competing for cash and prizes in various categories.
Eligible species include Wahoo, Yellowfin Tuna, Dolphin, and Billfish. Base entry fee is US$500 per boat, this makes teams eligible for over US$65,000 in cash prizes. The Cayman National Jackpot entry is US$3500 per boat and payout is estimated at over US$100,000.
The Tournament Rules, Prizes and the Schedule of Events can be seen below. Interested anglers can also register online to participate by clicking here.
Be sure to follow @caymanislandanglingclub on Facebook and Instagram for member and tournament highlights!
For more information on the tournament please email info@fishcayman.com.
Schedule of Events:
Registration, Captains meeting & kickoff party
Tuesday, April 25: Begins at 6:00 pm, George Town Yacht Club & Captain’s Table
Bimini Start
Thursday April 27: Bimini Start, 7:30 am, George Town Harbour & South Side Channel
Fishing Hours
Thursday, April 27: 7:30 am – 4:30 pm
Friday, April 28 – Sunday, April 30 6:00 am – 4:30 pm
Weigh Station
During Tournament Days: 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm, George Town Yacht Club & Channel Wharf
Tournament Control
During Tournament Days: Radio Hours – 6:00 am – 6:30 pm, VHF Ch 28 or 916-0179
Awards Presentation
Tuesday, May 2 – 7:00 pm (Location TBD)