Scrub Island Invitational Billfish Series

Q: Should your fishing team pre-register?

Yes. The tournament staff can assist you in completing all the necessary paperwork and forms for you to be able to legally fish in the waters of the British Virgin Islands

Q: Do you need a special fishing or boat license to compete?

Yes. The tournament staff can assist each team in acquiring the necessary permits and licenses which are required to legally fish in the waters of the BVIs.

Q: Are there charter boats available?

Yes, but they are very limited. The tournament organizers can help coordinate with available boats.

Q: What kinds of fish are found in the waters off the North Drop?

This is primarily a blue marlin fishery although there are occasionally white marlin and sailfish also caught.

Q: What is the minimum size requirement for billfish here?

This is a 100-percent release tournament ; all billfish are released. Blue marlin are scored at 500 points per release , and all other species of billfish (white marlin, sailfish, spearfish) are scored at 100 points per release.

Q: Can teams fish with lures or natural baits?

Teams can use any combination of lures and live or dead baits they wish to use, although non-offset circle hooks are mandatory with any bait or bait/lure combinations.

Fish the iconic North Drop while enjoying the luxurious Scrub Island Resort and Marina in the British Virgin Islands.

Leg 1: August 27-31, 2023

Leg 2: August 31-September 4, 2023

The Scrub Island Invitational Billfish Series is a high-profile two-tournament series featuring an impressive lineup of boats fishing the historic North Drop. The host resort, the Scrub Island Resort, Spa and Marina, provides incomparable luxury back ashore.

Tournament organizers are ready to help facilitate fishing permits and other travel details. Request an invitation to compete in this unique series.

Why Compete in the Scrub Island Invitational Billfish Series

Enjoy an amazing tournament experience in a laid-back, easygoing environment that’s fun for the entire family

The North Drop offers exceptional blue marlin fishing
Scrub Island Resort, Spa and Marina is the most luxurious five-star destination in the British Virgin Islands
Traveling to Scrub Island is convenient, with options to fly into Beef Island via Puerto Rico or St. Thomas
Scrub Island offers a family-friendly environment with a spa and various watersports activities

"We love fishing the North Drop—and have for a long time—for a lot of reasons, but mostly it’s the consistent bite. You can bring the wife and kids along, and if they don’t want to go fishing, they can explore around the island, go kayaking, or visit the Baths on Virgin Gorda."

“It’s a place that will spoil you, that’s for sure. You can go 3-for-4 here on some nice aggressive fish, and it’s just an average day. The consistency is what keeps us coming back. At Scrub, you’re basically 20 to 25 miles from some of the best blue marlin fishing in the world.”

“The combination of red-hot blue marlin fishing just 25 miles offshore and the luxury that awaits back at Scrub Island is pretty unbeatable anywhere in the Caribbean. The North Drop is just one of those legendary fishing hot spots that keeps hardcore anglers coming back year after year.”

Quick Event Info

The Scrub Island Invitational Billfish Series is hosted annually in the marlin-filled waters of the North Drop. Tournament organizers are ready to help facilitate fishing permits, event questions, and other travel details.

Invite Qualifications

Registration Fees

Event Rules

Awards & Prizes

Location & Marina

Invite Qualifications

Registration Fees

Event Rules

Awards & Prizes

Location & Marina

Past Tournament Highlights & Winners

Every year, the Scrub Island Billfish Invitational never disappoints. Check out past winners and highlights from previous tournaments.

Scrub Island Invitational - Leg 1 Highlights

Scrub Island Invitational - Leg 2 Highlights

Tournament News

Fish the Scrub Island Invitational Billfish Series

The North Drop heats up in late summer

Return to the North Drop

A once-familiar destination is making a real comeback

Past Winners

2022: Mon Chari Repeats at Scrub Island

Experience and teamwork pays off big

2019: Scrub Island Invitational Goes to Chouest, Mon Chari Team

The British Virgin Islands produce outstanding blue marlin fishing for the fleet

Tournament FAQs

Find answers to common questions about the Scrub Island Invitational Billfish Series marlin fishing tournament. For more information please visit the event website.

Should your fishing team pre-register?

Yes. The tournament staff can assist you in completing all the necessary paperwork and forms for you to be able to legally fish in the waters of the British Virgin Islands

Do you need a special fishing or boat license to compete?

Yes. The tournament staff can assist each team in acquiring the necessary permits and licenses which are required to legally fish in the waters of the BVIs.

Are there charter boats available?

Yes, but they are very limited. The tournament organizers can help coordinate with available boats.

What kinds of fish are found in the waters off the North Drop?

This is primarily a blue marlin fishery although there are occasionally white marlin and sailfish also caught.

What is the minimum size requirement for billfish here?

This is a 100-percent release tournament; all billfish are released. Blue marlin are scored at 500 points per release, and all other species of billfish (white marlin, sailfish, spearfish) are scored at 100 points per release.

Can participants stay in other locations in the area?

All tournament functions are held at Scrub Island Resort and Marina.

Can teams fish with lures or natural baits?

Teams can use any combination of lures and live or dead baits they wish to use, although non-offset circle hooks are mandatory with any bait or bait/lure combinations.

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