Game Fishing in Andaman Islands

Fishing is one of the sports that combine the sense of adventure and surprise in one, and what’s a better place to fish and angle than the deep and enticing seas of Andaman Islands.

The virgin sea biodiversity of the islands are home to fishes of various species that sometimes exceed more than 50 kgs in weight and upto 3.1 meters in length, which fishing enthusiasts already know is hard to find anywhere else.

The waters are so abundant with sea creatures that you will never face a no-game situation and will have to stop only to catch a breath, thanks to the Andaman Admins catch-release policy to keep the population thriving.

Here is a game fishing experience shared by Stu Walker:

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Types of Fishes usually found near Andaman and Nicobar:

• Blue Marlin
• Black Marlin
• Sailfish
• Dorado
• Dogtooth Tuna
• Yellow Fin Tuna
• Various other Fish species.
  

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Places to Game/Sport Fish in Andaman:

Game Fishing trips are usually done for the whole day and will take you to some very unique places in the isles, not visited by other tourists.

There are 4 places from where you can easily book the complete fishing trip and enjoy long hours of fishing and calmness:

1. Havelock Island
2. Port Blair
3. Cinque Island
4. Rutland Island

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Best Locations for Game Fishing in Andaman Islands:

The most famous locations for game fishing in Andaman Island is Barren Island which is also the only active volcano in South Asia.

Other locations include:

• Incredible Bank
• Invisible Bank
• Long Island
• Hut Bay
• Mayabunder

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Best time for Game Fishing in Andaman:

Fishing season in the Andaman Islands start from October and lasts all the way through May every year. Other season are also decent for game fishing apart from the date range when fishing operations are suspended. Fishing operations in Andaman remain suspended from June to August every year due to heavy monsoon season.

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How it Works?

• You can select a boat from the three options available and get ready for the adventure.
• You will be given some instructions on how to operate the fishing rods, if you are new to the game.
• Fishing Rods, Baits and other necessary stuff will be provided by us.
• Next, we will take you on the boat to spots known for abundance of fishes including the uninhabited islands of Cinque where you can indulge yourself in fishing.
• You will also get to explore islands and areas that are not opened for tourists and aren't discovered by much people.

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Game Fishing Packages in Andaman:

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Package 1:

• Duration: 1 Day
• Location: Around Barren Island Volcano or Incredible Bank
• Cost: Rs.1,20,000 + permit charges
• Techniques: Popping, Jigging and Trolling.
• Species Targeted: GT, Yellowfin Tuna, Dogtooth, Jobfish, Grouper, Snapper, Marlin etc.

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Package 2:

• Duration: 1 Day
• Location: Around Havelock and Neil Island
• Cost: Rs.75,000 + permit charges
• Techniques: Popping, Jigging and Trolling.
• Species Targeted: GT, Yellowfin Tuna, Dogtooth, Jobfish, Grouper, Snapper, Marlin etc.

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Package 3:

• Duration: 3 Days
• Location: Barren Island, Incredible Bank, Havelock Island
• Cost: Rs.3,15,000 + permit charges
• Techniques: Popping, Jigging and Trolling.
• Species Targeted: GT, Yellowfin Tuna, Dogtooth, Jobfish, Grouper, Snapper, Marlin etc.

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For any details about any of the packages, please contact us.