Tipped to be one of the most breathtaking fishing venues not only in Asia but in the world at large the island archipelago of Maldives is a dream come true for angling enthusiasts across the globe. Blessed with sunny skies and azure oceans that stretch on for hundreds of nautical miles the island collective is a globally recognized fishing hub frequented by seasoned anglers and sport fishing enthusiasts all year round. A veritable hotbed for diverse marine species fishing fans will find wahooos, marlins, sailfish and swordfish among the many varieties of game fish up for grabs.
Those who wish to engage in traditional “Pole and Line” fishing method can head off on a conventional fishing vessel used by Maldivian fishermen for generations known as a Dhoni. Some of the prized catches include dogtooth tunas, marlins, giant trivially, red snappers, yellow-fin tunas, wahoos, sail-fish, dorados and barracudas. Fly fishing enthusiasts will also find plenty to write home about on a fishing excursion in the Maldives as the shallow sandy banks around islands provides the perfect conditions to secure catches using sea worms as well as artificial bait fish.
Trolling is another popular sport fishing method used in the country. Typical catches on a trolling trip include marlins, dogtooth tunas, dorados and sailfish which are caught using bait such as flies. Reef casting is another frequently used sport fishing method in the Maldives. A reef casting tour of Maldivian oceans yields barracudas, rainbow runners giant travallys and rainbow runners. Night fishing excursions are unique to the Maldives and are reserved for angling enthusiasts with a flair for adventure and intrigue. Traversing the outer fringes of the atoll reefs once the sun goes down is also a tranquil experience despite the thrills of finding snappers, squirrelfish, jacks and emperors at the end of one’s line.
Travellers in search of a luxury Maldives island resort should look to Adaaran Prestige Vadoo for all their accommodation needs. Offering guest a breathtaking hideaway in Asia’s paradise archipelago this Maldives resort offers guests an unforgettable holiday complete with all contemporary amenities and facilities.
Thanuja Silva is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Auburn Silver. She has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world. Google+