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THE BIG BLUES

FISHING ADVENTURES IN SE ASIA

Freshwater fishing holidays in Thailand

THE BIG BLUES

offers to its guests incredible fishing action around Thailand with some of the biggest and strongest freshwater fishes in the world.

We have access in fact to various venues in the countryside around Bangkok and Phuket, to the Chaophraya and Maeklong rivers and to breathtaking reservoirs around the country such as Cheow Lan Lake in the Khao Sok National Park (not far from Phuket) or the Khao Lam Dam in the Kanchanaburi region which will provide you with memorable fishing experiences.

Among these venues Bungsamran is a twenty acres converted swamp which today is one of the most extraordinary fisheries in the world which can be fished in full comfort even in a break while touring Bangkok or for one or more days, 24 hours a day.
Giant Mekong Catfish from 15 kg to 100 kg, Striped Catfish from 5 kg to 15 kg, Chao Phraya Giant Catfish from 2 kg to 30 kg, Giant Siamese Carp from 20 kg to 100 kg, Amazonian Arapaima from 110 kg to 200 kg, Pacu from 2 kg to 9 kg, Giant Snakehead from 4 kg to 15 kg, Rohu from 2 kg to 10 kg, Small Scale Mud Carp from 1 kg to 10 kg, Hoeven's Slender Carp from 1 kg to 8 kg and many more Thai species can be found here.

We can also organize fishing trips in other private lakes and in the Chaophraya and Maeklong rivers always in the Bangkok region for some of the strongest and biggest freshwater fishes in the world such as the Giant Freshwater Stingray, Arapaima, Red Tail Catfish, Aimara and Alligator Gar.

Other venues instead will provide some action on light spinning or fly fishing targeting mainly Pacu, Barramundi and the elusive Giant Snakehead.

For the first two the action is fast and furious and can be literally non-stop. As far as the Giant Snakehead is concerned, for those who love sight fishing there is really nothing else to compare it with.

In this regard The Big Blues can organize as well incredible fishing guided trips for spinning or fly fishing enthusiasts around the country, where you will fish in an extraordinary environment sleeping either on board of bamboo floating bungalows or in private huts in full contact with the surrounding nature.

The Big Blues can arrange fishing trips to these waters which include a private English speaking local guide, transport and accommodation and will give you the opportunity as well to visit some unusual and out of the track spots in Thailand.

Please note anyway that as far as fly fishing is concerned all customers are requested to bring along their own fishing gear.

Finally please note as well that all our freshwater fishing venues are strictly "catch and release" only.

Check out our rates and programs and you will get a memorable fishing experience.

The Big Blues freshwater fishing rates (Thai Bath x angler)

• The above prices include the following: VAT tax, fishing licence for 1 rod per angler, catch guarantee, transport from/to the hotel in Bangkok, full assistance of The Big Blues English speaking guide and of course lures and the use of first class fishing gear (not for fly fishing).
• The Barramundi ponds are located just a short forty minute journey from Bangkok. The complex is situated in a rural area and surrounded by lush farmlands. The ponds consistently produce large 15-30 fish hook-ups of hard fighting Barramundi to all anglers fishing with us at this venue. A daily fishing trip for Barramundi in Thailand is the perfect option for lure anglers and fly fishing enthusiasts staying in Bangkok with short time at their disposal for fishing.
• On request fishing for Snakehead in the nearby ponds can be arranged as well, depending on the season; in this case additional charges apply.

• The above prices include the following: VAT tax, fishing licence for 1 rod per angler, catch guarantee, transport from/to the hotel in Bangkok, full assistance of The Big Blues English speaking guide and of course lures and the use of first class fishing gear (not for fly fishing).
• The pond is located about 1 1/2, 2 hours from Bangkok. There is one main pond of 10 rai where the exotic species are kept and two little canals on the side where the local species like the giant Snakehead are kept. As usual is a strictly catch and release venue and thus all lures must have their barbs pinched out to avoid injuring the fishes.

   

  Number of anglers	1	2	3	4
  B1. Light spinning for Giant Snakehead - 1 day Reservoirs - Chomburi	9000	7000	8200	9800
  B2. Light spinning for Giant Snakehead - 3 days 3 nights Khao Laem Dam - Kanchanaburi	28500	14500

   

  • Package B1 is for 1 day and includes the following: VAT tax, transport from/to the hotel in Bangkok and fishing boat (long tail) with guide, full assistance of The Big Blues English speaking guide and of course lures and the use of first class fishing gear.
  • Alternative packages are available with overnight.
  • Two hundred and eighty kilometers North West of Bangkok deep into Kanchanaburi province lies Khao Laem national park. Khao Laem national park host to an abundance of flora and fauna and habitat to countless species of animals. Khao Laem National Park is a place of immense natural beauty with various rivers, waterfalls and magnificent limestone peaks reaching in the excess of one thousand eight hundred meters. With a length of over sixty kilometers at its longest section and over twenty five kilometers at its widest Khao Laem Dam is a wonderful location to fish and a truly magical destination.
  • Package B2 is for 3 days/3 nights and includes the following: VAT tax, transport from/to the hotel in Bangkok, fishing boat (long-tail) with guide, full assistance of The Big Blues English speaking guide, accommodation in a floating bungalow and of course lures and the use of first class fishing gear.
  • Alternative packages are available for a minimum of 2 days 2 nights.

   

  Number of anglers	1	2	3	4
  C1. Light spinning for Giant Snakehead, Stripped Snakehead, Hampala Barb, Thai Mahseer - 4 days 3 nights Cheow Lan Lake - Khao Sok National Park, Phuket area	32000	17000	12000	15000

   

  • The above package is for 4 days/3 nights and includes the following: VAT tax, transport from/to the hotel or airport in Phuket, 1 fishing boat (long-tail, max 2 anglers) with guide, full assistance of The Big Blues English speaking guide,transfer by boat to/from floating bungalows, accommodation in local floating bungalows, 3 meals x day and of course lures and the use of first class fishing gear.
  • Alternative packages are available starting from a minimum of 2 days/1 night.
  • Great experience in a unique location for adventurous anglers! Cheow Lan Lake is located inside Khao Sok National Park. approximately 2/3 hours drive from both Phuket and Krabi. This man-made lake (160 sq km) with its floating raft houses is surrounded by huge limestone mountains of over 1000 meters, the oldest evergreen rain forest in the world, amazing wildlife (wild elephants, otters, deer, wild boar, macaque, gibbon, langur monkeys, water buffaloes, bears, Asian wild dog, leopards) and flora (i.e. the world's largest flower Rafflesia which reaches over 80 cm in diameter). The lake was made by flooding a huge valley and has a depth in some areas of more than 100 meters. The trees submerged in this lake have created a great habitat and structure for a large population Big Toman (Giant Snakehead) Featherback, Rohu and Hampala Barb. The jungle base camp consists of basic floating raft houses made from locally obtained sustainable materials so there is no TV or air-conditioning. A great fishing experience targeted at adventurous anglers who are prepared to stay without the daily comforts for a few days! The beauty of the location at the base camp with the sounds of the jungle around you and of the Gibbons is an experience that you will never forget!

   

  Number of anglers	1	2	3	4
  C2. Phuket Extreme Fishing, 60 exotic fish species from all over the world 1 day from 0800 till 1900 Reservoir - Phuket/Krabi/Khao Lak area	5885	11770	17655	23540

  C3. Phuket Extreme Fishing, 60 exotic fish species from all over the world Half day from 0800 till 1230 Reservoir - Phuket/Krabi/Khao Lak area

  4280

  8560

  12840

  17120

  C4. Phuket Extreme Fishing, 60 exotic fish species from all over the world Half day from 1300 till 1900 Reservoir - Phuket/Krabi/Khao Lak area

  4815

  9630

  14445

  19260

   

  • The above prices include the following: VAT tax, fishing licence with one carp rod and one bait rod per angler, full assistance of English speaking local guide, use of a lakeside shelter, coolers, ice and of course and a sensible amount of bait and the use of first class fishing gear.
  • This reservoir is a 10 acre lake located at the base of some of the most beautiful limestone karsts formation in southern Thailand.
  • In this case anglers will have the chance to fish a great variety of species almost unbeatable here in Thailand such as Arapaima to 150 kg+, Mekong Catfish to 100 kg+, Alligator Gar and Wallagoo Lieri over 50 kg, Giant Siamese Carp, Chao Phraya Catfish, Wallagoo Attu, Juliens Golden Price Carp, Black Shark Carp, Piraiba and Jau Catfish, Amazon Redtails, Tiger Shovelnose Catfish, Yellow Cheeked Carp and Chinese black Carp, Vundu Catfish and Nile Perch.
  • Fully catered food is available at lakeside throughout the day.
  • In case of package C2, C3 and C4 although transportation from/to your hotel is not included we'll be able to offer you this additional service at very competitive rates.
  • Fly fishing is possible (even for the Arapaima) but you will need to pay an extra and to bring your own equipment which must include min a 12 ft rod.
  • In the event that a large Arapaima or Pirarucu is caught the fishes will not be weighed or removed from the water under any circumstances after capture due to their delicate and fragile nature and will be released after having completely recovered from the stress of the capture.
  • Fishing of course is strictly catch and release with the use of barbless hooks.
  • Non fishing guests are going to be charged 500 THB each.
  • Discounts are available for large groups and extended stays ,depending on availability; also available are "family specials" for one parent and child/children fishing together.

   

  Number of anglers	1	2
  D. Giant Freshwater Stingray from 50 to 400 kg adventure - 2 days 2 nights Maeklong River and Ban Pakong River - Bangkok area	31000	16000

   

  • Fishing for Giant Freshwater Stingrays in Thailand is one of the last frontiers of freshwater fishing as it has been described as the world's largest freshwater fish.
  • Anglers will be fishing in the stunning locations of the Maeklong River in Samut Songkran and the Ban Pakong River in Chachoengsao province.
  • The above package is for 2 days/2 nights and includes the following: VAT tax, transport from/to the hotel in Bangkok, one large fishing boat and an additional smaller one for bait placement and support, full assistance of The Big Blues English speaking local guide and other 4-6 local guides, accommodation in a 3* hotel nearby the fishing area and of course baits and the use of first class fishing gear (rods 80-130 lb with Shimano and Accurate reels).
  • Alternative packages are available with a minimum of 1 day/1 night.
  • It is mandatory to be physically in good shape to fight these giants since usually fights last several hours.
  • Full moon lunar phases seems to be the most productive times to fish.
    
  • Since the fishing happens only during the peaks of the tide, it is advisable to fish during the weekend so to have the opportunity to visit the local floating markets and the always amazing surroundings during the breaks of the fishing.

   

  Number of anglers	1	2	3	4
  E. Special lure & fly fishing and/or live-dead bait for Arapaima up to 60 kg, Alligator Gar, Red Tail Catfish (20-30 Kg), Pacu, Barramundi, Giant Snakehead - 1 day Reservoir - Bangkok area	11000	9000	8500	8000
  F. Special Arapaima or Piracucu up to 80 kg, Red Tail Catfish, Alligator Gar, Pacu on bait - 1 day Reservoir - Bangkog / Hua Hin area	11000	8100

   

  • The above prices include the following: VAT tax, fishing licence for 1 rod per angler, transport from/to the hotel in Bangkok, full assistance of The Big Blues English speaking local guide and of course baits (free 5 kg)/lures and the use of first class fishing gear.
  • In case of package E anglers will have the chance to fish with lures or flies in the morning for species such as Arapaima, Giant Snakehead, Barramundi, Alligator Gar and Redtail Catfish. Later in the afternoon anglers are permitted to change over to bait fishing with either live or dead baits which are then free lined or float fished; anyway while the live bait is free, dead bait is charged 80 THB per kg.
  • In case of package F the lake also has a good stock of other predatory species such Chao Phraya Catfish from 30 to 50 kg, Redtail Catfish up to 40 kg and small Giant Freshwater Stingray up to 60 kg. For those interested in chasing the big catfish and carp another pond is available nearby but additional charges will apply.
  • In case of package F in the event that a large Arapaima or Pirarucu is caught several guides are required to assist in the landing, releasing of the fish. The fishes will not be weighed or removed from the water under any circumstances after capture due to their delicate and fragile nature and will be released after having completely recovered from the stress of the capture.
  • In case of package F anglers will experience the amazing sight of numerous large Arapaima or Pirarucu of well over two meters long which regularly surface at various intervals round the lake! Anglers will be equipped with one rod with a Shimano Baitrunner reel loaded with 60lb braided mainline. Heavy fluorocarbon shock leaders are used then in conjunction with Owner Circle hooks or live bait patterns with various live baits or dead baits mounted or hair rigged onto the hooks.
    

   

  Number of anglers	1	2	3	4
  G. Giant Mekong and Stripped Catfish - Daytime, Bungsamran - Bangkok	9000	6300	5350	4900
  H. Giant Mekong and Stripped Catfish - Nightime, Bungsamran - Bangkok	10150	6900	7000	6200
  I. Giant Mekong and Stripped Catfish - 24 hours, Bungsamran - Bangkok	15300	11200	12000	10800
  L. Giant Siamese Carp and Mekong Catfish "Special Big Specimen" - 2 days/ 1 night Bungsamran - Bangkok	23800	17200	18300	16400

   

  • Bungsamran Lake is a twenty acre commercial fishery located on the outskirts of Bangkok in the bustling urban district of Ban Kapi. It has a rectangular shape with variable depths of 25 ft. Anglers have the option to fish off the boardwalk that cuts through the middle of the lake of rent out one of the many private bungalows on the side.
  • The above prices include the following: VAT tax, fishing licence for 1 rod per angler, bait, transport from/to the hotel in Bangkok, full assistance of The Big Blues English speaking local guide, catch guarantee and of course the use of first class fishing gear.
  • In case of package H , I and L a Thai style bungalow with a double room with air condition, toilet and cable TV is included.
  • In case of package L, 2 packs of chumming are included.
  • Non-fishing guests welcome free of charge - with the exception of extra accommodation if required.
  • Food and drinks are cheaply available at the local restaurant and coffee bar and delivered directly to your private bungalow; fishing gear, extra bait and chum can be purchased over there as well.
  • Alternative packages are available on request.

   

   

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