Goa is an ideal place for all those who wish to have some unique and interesting high voltage action outdoors. Goa is covered by worlds beautiful beaches. It is one of the favorite tourist destinations. The nightlife, famous delicious coastal cuisine, beautiful beaches, water sports, Goa has it all to enchant the visitors. Goa has more than 40 estuarine, 8 marine and about 90 reverie islands. A trip to an exotic destination and a “quiet hunt” there – that is what you will remember forever! Goa offers a great fishing experience to all enthusiasts. A goa vacation gets all the more delightful if you opt to experience the allure of fishing.
Local people often catch fish with nets from their boats, and the larger rigs are used rarely for these purposes. Nothing can beat the charm of the option of dropping the net and waiting for the catch over a chilled glass of beer. Hold your fishing rod tight and keep the fingers crossed for a big catch. Over the past few years, Angling and fishing have established themselves among the most popular adventure activities in India. Fishing at the beaches in Goa is an exhilarating experience given the variety of catch that one is exposed to including guitarfish and stingray.
Here in Goa so many tourist companies provide you different packages for a great fishing experience. You will experience Sports fishing, Spear, Offshore & Inshore. Sports fishing is aimed at making a profit, with the help of a professional guide you can learn techniques of angling which include Popping, casting, trolling, Bottom and Fly fishing. On the other hand, here will allow you to become a happy inhabitant of past centuries who had no idea about the city noises and everyday stress. The out of the world experience is worth every penny spent. Goa holiday packages sometimes include fishing or you can opt for it separately.
Below is a brief yet comprehensive guide for a great experience in Goa:
- The tourists are usually offered to take the “fishing excursion” which is mainly organized in Baga, Calangute and Candolim areas. There are areas in Goa that are specifically known for Particular Fishing. Panjim is one of the famous places for sports fishing. A variety of fish are found here since Goa has a coastal line which stretches up to 110km.
- At the Candolim Beach, you can hope to have a great catch that includes King Mackerels, Groupers, Barracudas, Red snappers, among the other fish. Here, boats will take you midstream and you will get ample time to fish.
- Goa has some of the best diving spots that hold a huge variety of fish. The water here will offer great visibility. For the Fishing lovers ” Spear” also offers a great experience. Its an ancient art of fishing that can be indulged in at the Grand Island. You get to ride a boat to sail the waves and spot Dolphins on the way.
- The best time to visit Goa for fishing is from October to January. This is the time when the water is pretty warm so you won't require a wetsuit as compared to the other days in cold water when a wetsuit is indispensable.
- The guides for this trips will provide you with all the essential fishing gear like fins, mask etc. Hire professional crew for a great fishing experience, they will take care of all fishing needs. The water of beaches is crystal clear, so one can see the fishes coming and kissing the toes quite clearly.
- Offshore & Inshore fishing will also offer a great experience. There are some areas that offer stunning views of the natural landscape. Cabo Bay, Mormugoa Bay, Amee shoal, George Island, River Zuari, River Mandovi are some spots that are ideal for offshore and inshore fishing.
- Fishing for crabs isn't exactly a thing for those obsessed with hygiene. It is done with the help of a handmade trap which is called “Cobllem”. This trap is usually set up during high tides when the chance of catching a crab increases.
- Another form of fishing in Goa that can be enjoyed by hiring a boat is known as ” Boat Shipping”. It includes two forms of fishing known as trolling and Bottom fishing.
To Plan a wonderful fishing trip, set a target in your mind, it may require real dedication at the expense of a balanced holiday. One boat can accommodate about 3-4 people, so you can take an exciting adventure with your family and/or friends. Wherever you go, as with any fishing trip you will learn from your tour and the learning will help improve your catches in future. The best tip for beginners is to maintain patience and confidence.
Martin Wynn
