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Saltwater Fishing in Phuket and the Andaman Sea

If you dream of spectacular battles with Sailfish,
the fastest fish in the sea, Phuket should
definitely be on your list of places to visit.

Sailfish are present all year round, and the name
"Sailfish Capital of Asia" refers to the huge numbers
around Racha Yai, in the rainy season (June - July - August),
and high season (November - March) around Racha Yai,
Racha Noi, Ko Rok, Ko Adang and the Similan Islands.

Sailfish


Jumping Sailfish


In high season, visiting anglers can furthermore
encounter “The Ultimate Fighter”, the Black Marlin.
The normal size in Phuket waters is 200 - 300 lbs,
but every year specimens around 500 lbs are caught.
The local record is 508 lbs landed on
"Andaman Hooker" in the year 2000.

Other species in Phuket waters include: Wahoo,
King Mackerel, Barracuda, Giant Trevally, Cobia,
Blue Finned Trevally, Dorado, Rainbow Runner,
Queenfish, Tuna and several species of Sharks.

It should be said, that any “Share Charter” fishing trip
is an introduction to Big Game Fishing, where the target is
a lot of fish, and the day is therefore, often spent trolling baits.

King Mackerel
Record Marlin


An "Exclusive Charter" is like a tailor-made trip, where
you can decide what to target and with what technique.
All boats are open for suggestions and you are welcome
to bring your own equipment and lures.

If saltwater fly fishing has your interest,
please note that it is available only on request and
you must bring your own fly fishing equipment and flies.

Destinations like Ko Rok, Similan Islands and
the Andaman Islands are long-range trips, and are
therefore only available on "Multiday Charters".

Similan Islands

Giant Trevally.

This gives you the advantage of spending more time on
the fishing grounds, plus a chance for night
bottom fishing or shark fishing, absolutely free of charge.
It is also possible to stop fishing during the day,
if you wish to swim /snorkel or dive* on some
of the world's most beautiful reefs.

Thai Fishing Guide, as a member of
The Billfish Foundation, strongly encourages
the practice of “Catch and Release
of Marlin, Sailfish and Sharks.

*If you wish to dive, you must have a valid diving certificate
(P.A.D.I. open water).

Note: Should you have any special requests (dietary,
special equipment, etc.) kindly e-mail us prior to your charter.
We will do our best to grant your requests.


See why you should book with Thai Fishing Guide.



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