About this tour
When Lily from our team booked this full-day big game fishing tour out of Phuket, we were after proper saltwater action — and the Andaman Sea delivers. You're out on a well-maintained boat for 8 hours hunting tuna, marlin, and sailfish with local guides who know the grounds. The setup suits both first-timers (all gear's provided) and experienced anglers keen for a proper fight. Between casts, you'll spot dolphins, soak in island views, and knock back a solid lunch onboard. It's a proper day on the water, not a scenic cruise pretending to be fishing.
Highlights
- Target tuna, marlin, and sailfish with professional guides steering the action
- All fishing gear, lures, and bait supplied — no hire costs on top
- Lunch and drinks included throughout the full 8-hour day
- Dolphins and marine life sightings between fishing sessions
- Turquoise Andaman waters and island scenery as your backdrop
- Hotel pickup from central Phuket beaches simplifies logistics
- Beginner-friendly structure without sacrificing serious angler appeal
What to expect
You'll be picked up from your hotel around 30–90 minutes before departure, depending on where you're staying. Once onboard, the guide briefs you on tackle and technique — beginners get proper pointers, experienced folks slot straight in. The day alternates between trolling and bottom fishing, with downtime to eat, drink, and scan for marine life. Sea state and weather shape exactly where you go and what you target, so flexibility is key; rough conditions might see the trip postponed or cancelled outright.
Lunch comes mid-day, and you can genuinely relax rather than rush. The pace feels realistic — you're fishing seriously, not just posing. Lily noted the guide's local knowledge made a real difference, spotting deeper channels and current lines where fish congregate. By the finish, you're genuinely tired but buzzing from the day's action.
What travellers say
- Professional guides with real local Andaman knowledge and technique coaching
- All fishing gear and bait supplied — zero hidden equipment rental fees
- Full day of trolling and bottom fishing targets genuine big game species
- Lunch and refreshments included, removing mid-day cost stress
- Hotel pickups from central beaches reduce pre-tour friction
- Weather and sea conditions can cancel trips with no refund, only rebooking
- Early pickups and full-day duration demand serious commitment and fitness
- Solo travellers risk cancellation if group minimum isn't reached
- Back, neck, or joint issues rule you out entirely
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
Proper big game fishing without needing your own boat or years of experience. Lunch and refreshments keep you fuelled, and the guide's expertise raises your odds of a decent hookup. Small-group feel means attention from the crew. Hotel pickups save hassle.
Weather calls the shots — rough seas or poor conditions mean cancellation with no refund, only a rebook. You need at least moderate fitness and shouldn't have back, neck, or joint issues. Solo travellers might face cancellation if numbers don't hit minimum. Transfers from outer beaches (Surin, Bangtao, Kamala) cost extra, and some far-flung hotels add 1200 Baht per group. Early pickup (sometimes 5–6 AM) suits morning types; sleepy heads will struggle.
Swimsuit, sunscreen, sunglasses, towel, change of clothes. No alcohol or drugs allowed. Sign a waiver on arrival. Gratuities aren't included, so budget for tips.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.