Two people on a boat holding a large fish they caught, smiling at the camera, with fishing rods and ocean in the background.

About us

Fueled by a passion for fishing, travel, and conservation, Captain Richie and Mallory are the dream team behind Fishing the Planet.

Mallory is the mastermind behind the scenes, handling trip planning, logistics, and travel details with precision. Captain Richie? He's out front, making sure you and your crew have a blast and reel in unforgettable catches.

Ready for the adventure of a lifetime? Reach out and let’s start planning your next epic fishing journey!

Meet Captain Richie & Mallory

Mallory and Richie combine their industry knowledge and their high standards to curate unique fishing experiences. They choose the top locations with the best guides and also provide insight to the best times of year and fishing techniques.


  • Captain

    I was born in South Africa, far from the ocean, but water—and fishing—have always been central to my life. I’ve been fortunate to fish all over the world, competing in freshwater and deep-sea tournaments, chasing personal goals and world records, and making lifelong friends along the way.

    Fishing led me to incredible places, even to meeting my wife. Now, we have two amazing kids who also love the water. I spent over a decade as a sportfishing captain, ran boats globally, owned a charter business, and managed a world-famous lodge.

    To me, the journey is just as exciting as the catch—planning the trip, anticipating the unknown, and finally feeling that line go tight. That moment never gets old.

    I’ve learned from some of the best and love helping others find their passion in the sport. Whether it’s a cane pole under a tree or heavy gear on the Great Barrier Reef, I love it all—and I want to share that excitement with as many people as I can.


  • Owner/Managing Director

    Mallory White is the owner and managing director of Fishing the Planet. Travel has always been a passion of hers—a way to make deep connections with people and places. Close to nine years running a fishing lodge deepened her passion for travel and opened a new avenue to make connections—fishing! Fishing has a way of connecting people like nothing else. Fishing is humbling—a sport that requires deep connections to the people you're with and, most importantly, respect for the nature that surrounds you. Her goal is to create a curated fishing experience from start to finish, so that you can enjoy the people, the place, and chasing that bite.


  • IGFA Central American Representative

    Active in research initiatives with the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation

    Instrumental in Panamanian Ocean Conservation laws from 2015—2024

    Over 20 years industry experience:

    Marlin Captain from 2010 to present

    Lodge Manager and Fishing Director, Tropic Star Lodge 2015—2024

    Master Offshore for 200 tons

Tournaments

  • Read more https://www.marlinmag.com/tournaments/offshore-world-championship-2025-results/

  • Team Triton South Africa member 2007, Bass Fishing, 16th overall

  • Team Luhrs South Africa member (by invitation as a Marlin Specialist)

  • Runner-up of Annual Marlin Club of South Africa Tournament 2010

  • Winner of Annual Marlin Club of South Africa Tournament (Team Luhrs), with a 250 kg black marlin in 2009.

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