Thailand is one of the most extraordinary freshwater fishing destinations on earth — and the species list is the reason why. Nowhere else in the world can you walk up to a lake and realistically target an Arapaima the size of a man, a Giant Mekong Catfish that could fill a bathtub, a hard-charging Amazon Redtail Catfish, and a surface-smashing Giant Snakehead all in the same day. Bangkok's fishing parks and wild reservoirs hold an incredible mix of native Thai giants and exotic imported species that draw serious anglers from every corner of the globe. Whether you have one day or one week, a target species in mind or just an appetite for something extraordinary — Thailand will deliver. Here's what's waiting for you.
Reservoir Fishing
If fishing in the wild is your preference, I can take care of that too. With the closest reservoir only about two hours away, anglers can enjoy a day trip to one of the beautiful reservoirs in Thailand in search for Jungle Perch or Giant Snakehead. Though the reservoir can be fished year round, productivity is best when the water is at the lowest levels which is between April and August. The rainy season also provides great fishing since it is the fry season for Giant Snakehead and they are ferocious when they are guarding their fry. Due to the popularity of the Giant Snakehead through various media outlets, the forgotten fish that provides just as much fun while hitting lures like a freight train is the Jungle Perch. A tiny one could certainly make you feel like you got a big one on and I'm sure you would be asking for more Perch once you get the first one.
Approximate Travel Time: 2 hours
Sample Itinerary:
5:00 am - Pick up from hotel
7:00 am - Arrive reservoir and fish
12:00 pm - Lunch break
14:00 pm - Fishing continues
18:00 pm - Pack up and depart reservoir
20:00 pm - Arrive back to hotel
All inclusive package includes:
- Transportation to and from hotel
- All fishing fees
- Equipment and lures
- Lunch
- Beverages (except alcoholic)
- Guide
- Boatman
