Phu Quoc Island Fishing Guide

Here is a fishing guide for Phu Quoc Island: Best Time • Season: November to September is the dry season, with sunny weather and calm waves, making it suitable for fishing. The weather is the coolest and most comfortable from December to February, and fish are active. • Tides: The days around the 1st, 2nd, 17th, and 18th of the lunar calendar are the spring tide period, which is a good time for fishing. The best time to fish is at dawn, dusk, high tide, half tide, low tide, and half tide. Recommended Locations • South Island: This is a beautiful and less developed area of Phu Quoc Island, with abundant fish in the surrounding waters. The nearby waters of Wild Pigeon Island, Finger Island, and Butterfly Island are suitable for snorkeling and fishing. • Phu Quoc Island Pier: This is a convenient location to rent a boat for fishing, with professional fishing boats providing supporting services. • Offshore Area: This area is far from the shore and has deep water, with large fish. It is suitable for experienced anglers, but safety should be a priority. Essential Equipment • Fishing Gear: Choose a steel or carbon fiber fishing rod over 2.5 meters, with suitable fishing lines, hooks, sinkers, floats, etc. Use thick lines and large hooks for large fish. • Auxiliary Tools: Prepare a fishing net, fish guard, scissors, pliers, etc., for easy fish retrieval and line cutting. • Safety and Other Equipment: Bring a life jacket, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, waterproof backpack, windbreaker, etc., and some seasickness medicine. Fishing Methods • Boat Fishing: Rent a professional fishing boat to reach the deep sea and catch more and larger fish. Professional guidance is available on the boat. • Shore Fishing: Fish on the beach, rocks, and other shore locations. This is suitable for beginners and can catch small fish, such as sardines and groupers. • Night Fishing: Phu Quoc Island has abundant squid resources. You can fish for squid on a boat or shore at night, using special squid hooks and lights. Precautions • Understand Local Regulations: Comply with the fishing laws and regulations of Vietnam and Phu Quoc Island, and do not illegally catch protected fish. • Pay Attention to Weather and Sea Conditions: Check the weather and sea conditions before traveling, and avoid fishing in bad weather. • Follow Instructions: If you join a fishing group or rent a boat, follow the instructions of the captain and staff to ensure safety and correct operation.