Going out to sea when the sun goes down is an amazing experience. It’s not all about fishing and the size of your catch; it’s about the view, the atmosphere and the experience of a lifetime. For Maldivians fishing is a way of life and it has been the main source of income for locals for centuries. The local community considers it a very respectable trade.
Out to sea at nightfall
This is one of the best excursions in Maldives where you get the satisfaction of a great catch but also enjoy the breathtaking view of fishing at night. Night fishing usually starts after 6pm. Snappers, emperors, barracuda, squirrelfish, and jacks are best caught during night sails. You can take a speedboat, a private yacht or a traditional dhoni for your excursion. You need not be an expert fisher all you need is to enjoy the complete experience. It’s always best to go with an experienced fishing guide and your hotel will help to locate one. Hotels like the Adaaran Select Meedhupparu offers plenty of fishing excursion options for their visitors.
Things to remember
Even though you need not be an experienced fisher, it’s important to be mindful of local laws and norms. In the Maldives, it is strictly prohibited to hunt whales and dolphins according to the state law. When you travel with local guides, they will ensure to abide these laws and make sure you have a problem free excursion.
It’s not all about fishing
Night fishing is not all about catching fish but also enjoying the breathtaking view and listening to the rhythmic sound of the waves and the gentle breeze amidst nature’s grandeur. Lying under the starlight and enjoying the salty wind on your face is a beautiful experience that people don’t get to experience in their lifetime. This is one reason night fishing is so popular in the Maldives.
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