The blue waters of the sea teeming
with marine life allow one to take
a go for fishing in the Maldives.
Fishing is a major activity in the
country and is also an important
sector. Therefore, tourists who
come here for holidays can bring
their fishing rods and embark on
this adventure filled with fun on
a holiday in this country.
Fishing is one of the main industries
of the country’s economy.
In fact, fishing is the main occupation
of most of the country's population.
The government has taken a number
of measures to develop this sector,
such as the establishment of the
Advisory Council on Fisheries in
1979.
Fishing in the Maldives is filled
with fun and excitement. Tourists
can take a "dhoni 'and go to
many places of fishing, or simply
sit on the beach and see fishermen
take their boats in the middle of
the Indian Ocean and return safely.
The two mechanized vessels and fishing
vessels are used in traditional
fishing.
The best time to go fishing is during
the early hours of morning. If the
weather is good one can expect a
good catch at this time of the day.
Tourists can also go fishing at
night. This type of fishing is very
popular among tourists, especially
those who are interested in adventure.
One can find other varieties of
fish in the waters of Maldives.
The most common varieties that are
available include little tuna, dolphin
fish, runner rainbow, Jack, trevally
and barracudas. Night fishing is
ideal for special varieties of fish
as grouper, snapper, emperors, jacks,
squirrel fish and other types of
reef fish.
Moussons are the best time to go
fishing in the Maldives. The Hulhangu
season and the season Iruvai are
the best seasons when we can expect
a good catch. The season usually
extends mid-June to July.
Most resorts have facilities for
fishing. You can go for recreational
fishing during holidays in this
country. The resorts provide international
boats and fishing rods for tourists.
There are also well-trained and
experienced personnel to assist
passengers on this activity. Thus,
one need not be an expert in fishing.
Trained personnel can help you in
this adventure activity and make
sure you have a great time.
