Entry restricted to 100 boats
The CMP Billfish Classic 2027 builds on the momentum of New Zealand’s rapidly expanding billfish tournament circuit, establishing a premier national series that showcases the country’s world‑class game fishing. With participation numbers continuing to rise and international interest growing, the 2027 event is set to be one of the most significant competitive fishing gatherings in the Southern Hemisphere.
Anchored in the marlin‑rich waters of the Bay of Islands, the tournament is supported by the historic Bay of Islands Swordfish Club, a global leader in sustainable saltwater angling. The event also maintains a direct association with the legendary Eldorado Tournament, one of New Zealand’s oldest game‑fishing competitions with heritage links to Zane Grey and his iconic work The Anglers Eldorado.
The CMP Billfish Classic offers New Zealand’s highest levels of tournament prize money and major prizes available. A defining feature of the event is its inclusive prize structure — anglers don’t need to land a fish to win, with substantial lucky‑draw prizes ensuring excitement for all competitors.
As demand grows for expanded competition across the country, the CMP Billfish Classic plays a central role in developing a New Zealand‑wide billfish series, bringing top‑tier tournament fishing to regions with the nation’s highest marlin catch rates.
Coverage of the 2027 CMP Billfish Classic will appear across New Zealand and international media platforms, further cementing its status as a flagship event in the global sport‑fishing calendar.
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