Game Fishing
Plentiful stocks of tropical fish
Life in the Maldives is centered on the surrounding waters of the Indian Ocean, which are renowned for plentiful stocks of tropical fish.
The country is made up of 26 natural atolls - low, coral islands surrounded by a lagoon – that break down into hundreds of islets, which means the water is never far away.
The economy of the country has been reliant on the skills of its fisherman for centuries, which over time have developed handcrafted multi-purpose sail boats, called a dhonis, to get the best catch.
Today, almost a third of the country's workforce is employed in the fishing industry, so for holidaymakers really wanting to get a feel for the Maldivian lifestyle then fishing is a thing to do.
If you want to try your hand at catching the larger, more exciting varieties of ocean dwellers, then a popular activity for holidaymakers is 'big game' fishing.
Among the fish you can expect to catch are yellow fin tuna, wahoo, barracuda, snapper, sail fish and marlin, and in many cases the fishing boat captain will offer advice on when to go out and what to use to lure your catch.
The two most popular times the boats leave are either at dawn, which is the traditional time the dhonis go out, or at night.
If you are a serious angler, then there are cruises available that include game fishing excursions, we organize fishing adventures on game fishing speed boats and game fishing dhonis (a cheaper alternative) accompanied by our luxury live-aboard. The best way to explore the Maldives fishing spots is on a dedicated live-aboard boat.
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Mv Cobia – crewed charter boat Mv Cobia, based in Male, is the most reputable live-aboard available year-round to explore the Maldives popular fishing spots. Up to 12 guests are attended upon 'hand and foot' by 5 professional crew. Come aboard Mv Cobia and live the game fishing adventure in unmatched comfort and service. |
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Mv Cobia Trip Itinerary
Inclusive with the package
-Continental Meals, (east meets west style) Local style meals available on request.
-Unlimited Tea and coffee with short eats.
-17 ft Dingy powered with 40 HP Outboard.
-1 bottled mineral water (1.5 liter) per person per day.
-Barbecue Dinner on an uninhabited island is provided according to weather condition and the trip schedule.
-Basic Fishing equipment.
-Basic snorkeling equipment.
-Separate dhoni (local style boat with basic fishing gear).
-For honey moon couple one bottle of wine and a surprise event is offered free of charge.
-For birthday and wedding anniversary calibration one cake and a bottle of wine is offered free of charge.
-Night fishing (local style) on request.
-Fishing at dawn (local style) on request
-Fishing at sunset (local style) on request.
-Snorkeling, in accordance with the trip schedule and weather condition.
-Island hopping, in accordance with the trip schedule and weather condition.
-Resort visiting, in accordance with the trip schedule and weather condition.
-Fishing, in accordance with the trip schedule and weather condition.
-Visiting sand banks, in accordance with the trip schedule and weather condition.
-Excursions to uninhabited islands, in accordance with the trip schedule and weather condition.
-Excursions to inhabited islands, in accordance with the trip schedule and weather condition.
Other Charges
The Atolls covered with this package:
South Male Atoll, North Male Atoll, South and North Ari Atoll and Vaavu Atoll.
Other than the mentioned Atolls extra fuel surcharge per trip are as follow:
1.Up to Lhaviyani, Baa & Meemu Atoll – USD 750.00 return.
2.Up to Noonu , Raa , Shaviyani , Haadhaalu , Dhaalu , Thaa , & Laamu Atoll – USD 1100.00 return.
3.Up to Haa Alif , Gaafu Alifu & Ghaafu Dhaalu Atoll - USD 1150.00 return.
4.Up to Fuahmulaku & Addoo Atoll – USD 1250.00 return.
Airport Handling, Transfer and Bed Tax
1.Meet and assist at Male International Airport on arrival and departure USD 10 per person.
2.Transfer to boat USD 150.
3.Government bed tax USD 8 per person per night.
