The Maldives is not famous for bonefish fishing but they are certainly around and you can sight fish for them in some flats. I spotted splashes quite a distance away and slowly waded towards that direction. I wasn’t really expecting bonefish as it was nearly waist deep waters and was quite a commotion. When I […]
E.U. INVASION! Maldives Live-Aboard 2019 Fishing Trip
There are trips where you have a memorable catch or two and then there are trips where you’ll always remember the fish you lost! This trip was one of the latter, for JW, as he lost a few good fish due to various factors (or excuses!). There are however good moments and catches to take […]
Food Feast | What Do We Eat On Maldives Live-aboard Trip?
Food lovers amongst you will take note of this post. Having said that, I think food and experiencing different food elsewhere is an integral part of traveling. Do you agree? What more during a fishing trip where we are often super hungry after each hard day of fishing! If you’ve ever wondered what are some […]
A Stranger and a Few Trevally On The Maldives Flats
I was alone one morning on one of Maldives’ flats while the rest of the group has spread out to find fish when a boat from a resort nearby cruises slowly past me with a lone angler. I must admit I was a bit annoyed as they might have spooked fish nearby. Anyways, the guy […]
Monster Titan Triggerfish in Maldives with Nautilus X and Winston III Plus
NO HOLDS BARRED I don’t remember ever fighting a fish on fly like the way it all went down with this big triggerfish. I’ve caught some big fish and even a couple of triggerfish before. But this is one I will not forget anytime soon. It feels like a violent brawl on the flats, in […]
Maldives Fly Fishing Trip Packing Checklist
Things to bring Passport Flight tickets Quick-dry clothing Short tights underwear for wet wading Flats Wading boots Waterproof/water-resistant wading bag / backpack able to carry drinking water Polarize sunglasses Caps Buffs/facemask/sungaiter Gloves Sunblock Seasick pills Pliers Camera Chargers/Batteries Bug repellent (in case of sand flies) Medication Rain jacket Bath towel Toiletries Fly fishing gear 7-12wt […]