Deep Sea Fishing in Abu Dhabi

The strategic location along the coast of Persian Gulf permits Abu-Dhabi to offer its visitors with an extraordinary fishing experience. Being an island, the fishing enthusiasts can revel in the pleasure of fishing in the deep waters to catch some big fish. Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara set in the beautiful ambience of Sri Bani Yas Island is one of a kind with limitless options among Abu Dhabi beach hotels for an ideal fishing vacation.

The bristling sun and the ever-existing salty breeze is the aroma that all fishing and non-fishing enthusiasts can enjoy while catching open-ocean fish species like king fish, sail fish, tuna, dorado and queen fish just off the shore of Abu-Dhabi. However, venture out to the deep seas with your fishing gear to catch some big game fish such as blue and white marlin, wahoo, shari, cobia, giant trevally, spanish mackerel and grouper fish.

Fishing in Abu-Dhabi doesn’t disappoint you throughout the year. Yet, the official season is from October to May and the anglers along with fishing experts claim that November to February is the best time to fish. Thus, delight yourselves with a fishing excursion guided by a local fishing expert in order to add a local touch to your experience as well as to find the best fishing spots!

Moreover, the fishing experience in these seas is colourised by varied coastal sceneries. It is assured that the landscape that you would mesmerise you with its charm and wilderness. Likewise, do not forget to admire the sun dipping below the horizon in early evenings on your fishing excursion!

Sport fishing in the deep waters of Abu-Dhabi provides ideal conditions for all anglers, regardless of skill, experience or the kind of challenges sought. You can chose to throw back the fish you catch or take it out to your hotel to make your meal! However, be aware of the fishing regulations in Abu-Dhabi before venturing out on a fishing trip and May the adventure of game fishing entice you!

Deep Sea Fishing in Abu Dhabi

Imagine a holiday where you can fish in the warm blue oceans of the Arabian Gulf in the Middle East and enjoy the best of hospitality and great times. All this and more is what awaits you in Abu Dhabi.

If it is catching big fish in the deeps seas or waiting patiently till you know for sure that your catch is hooked to your bait, that excites you and get your adrenaline rushing, one of the must do activities during a holiday to the Middle East to go on one of the much popular deep sea fishing trips. It is undoubtedly one of the most popular places amongst serious fishing enthusiasts.

For those who are keen on game fishing or even those who are keen to learn this exciting sport, Abu Dhabi is definitely a great place to try out this activity. There are numerous service providers who will not only take you to the best of fishing sites around the island, but also make sure that you catch some of the best underwater specimens of your life! What is more, there are many options ranging from state-of-the-art yachts to small boats to choose from for your fishing trip and varying trips ranging from half a day fishing trips to full-day adventures.

Even if you are new to this sport, there is nothing to worry as there are many lessons that you can take and with the expert guidance of the staff, you are sure to have a great time engaging in deep-sea-fishing in Abu Dhabi.

It is important to note that the government does not allow fishing without a license and you can avoid the hassle of getting a licence for a short period by using one of the service providers who already have the necessary licences.

Many hotels and resorts have facilities for these activities or have contacts of service providers. If you are staying at an Abu Dhabi Resort, or one of the Abu Dhabi Beach hotels such as the Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara, make sure you make use of this great opportunity to catch the game you always wanted.

 

Jayani Senanayake is a writer who dabbles in travel and all things exotic. Under the pseudonym of Caliope Sage, she writes of the allures that must simply be discovered.

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