Giant Catfish Fishing Thailand

The most famous lake in Thailand, fishing for some of the world's largest freshwater species.

Normally, you wouldn’t associate the land of giants to any Asian country. You typically associate that to Africa, with animals like the elephant and the rhinoceros. But you do not find giants in Asia on land, you find them in the water, in Thailand, part of the Southeast Asia peninsula. Bung Sam Lan, just outside Bangkok, is one of the most extraordinary fisheries in the world. It is a lake of about twenty acres and was converted seventeen years ago from a swamp. It is stocked with a huge variety of native Thai and imported fish: Giant Mekong Catfish from 15 kg to 100 kg, Striped Catfish from 5 kg to 15 kg, Chaophraya Giant Catfish from 2 kg to 30 kg, Giant Siamese Carp from 20 kg to 100 kg and Amazonian Arapaima from 110 kg to 200 kg.

Each day you will be fishing from one of our Thai Style huts along with your guide. We fish two anglers to one guide per hut. All fishing tackle and bait is provided, your guide will set up the tackle depending on what you wish to fish for. To Catch the Mekong Giant you fish a simple method feeder loaded with a special recipe of bread, coconut milk and spices.

During the long days at Bung Sam Lan we have the full use of our own private huts for safe storage of all your equipment and relief from the hot sun. Facilities include a kettle for boiling Giant Catfish Fishing water for a refreshing cup of tea; running water and 240 Volt electricity for that well needed fan.

What our customers have to say: "As a single angler the trip suited me just fine as I not only got to have great fishing I also made many good new fishing friends and for that I thank you all." Robert Wylie "Just a simple thank you for a dream trip, what next?" Paul Devaney "Made many new friends an caught more fish than i could imagine....and could manage I might add." Barrie Lacey

 

 

 

 

Bung Sam Lan Lake Bungalow. (Day use)

R/O

At Bung Sam Lan boarded lakes you will have your own private hut for safe storage of all your equipment and relief from the hot sun. Facilities include a kettle for boiling water - perfect for a cup of tea. All bungalows have running water, 240 Volt electricity, which is ideal to plug in a well needed fan. There is a small room for a short nap, but why would any serious angler even consider this? More importantly, fishing is done on a private wooden platform attached to the bungalow. What more can you ask for?

An Angling Direct Holiday guide will be with each hut and will accompany you for the duration of your stay and be on hand to provide you with all the local fishing knowledge you require. Relax as we take all the hassle of arriving at your destination away for you. All clients are transferred to and from the airport on arrival and departure. All transportation to and from the fishing locations is provided in well appointed air conditioned vehicles.

Citichic Hotel Bangkok

B/B

The creativity, sensitivity  and  charm  of the Thai way  of life  skillfully  presented  in a  bright  colourful  Twenty- First century  idiom with a service  and distinctly personalized  touch to match.

Situated  in the very heart  of  Bangkok’s most  popular  and  vibrant  downtown  area,  Citichic is in a forward-looking genre  of its  own. Guests  enjoy a unique sense  of inner-city  seclusion, ultra swish surroundings  and a level  of  care  and  attention to the physical  and ethereal  elements  that can only be  found  in a small   boutique  of  this  distinction.

Intelligent  styling  to  the  living  space  creates  an ease of practical  functionality  that  is masterfully disguised  by the  luxuriously  contemporary  appointments.  The  interior design of citichic is  best  described  as  a blend  of  cutting   edge technologies, artistic touches   and  a  creative  blend  of  textures complimented  by  light  and  shadow  to  complete  an  ambience  of  fashionable  sumptuousness. A  large  LCD TV  provides  a  futuristic  window  to  entertainment and  information   whilst  Wi-Fi ensures you stay in touch with the outside world.

Live  the  life  most  can  only  dream   of!  The  coolest  and  calmest  of  surroundings, Yet in the very  centre  of  the action.  Take  in  the  impressive Bangkok skyline  whilst you enjoy  en  early  morning  dip  in  our  rooftop  swimming  pool, or  savour one of  our  chef’s  delectable  specialties  of the  house  or  tasty  treats  after a relaxed  evening beverage  in  the  smart  contemporary  ambiance  of  our  stylish  coffee  shop.

Royal President (Optional Upgrade of hotel in Bangkok)

B/B

A perfect blend of contemporary living and old-world charm greets every guest at the Royal President, where the warm ambience of our executive apartments provides a haven of tranquility that belies our location at the heart of Bangkok's bustling city streets. There are 186 spacious studios, suites and rooftop penthouses that combine the comforts of home with the facilities and service of a deluxe hotel. Located within easy access to business districts, shopping and entertainment venues, convention and exhibition centers, as well as adjacent to Bangkok's clean, safe, and swift SkyTrain and subway public transport network, Royal President is unrivaled when it comes to making your stay in Bangkok both memorable and stress-free. Experience the ultimate in lifestyle and convenience during you trip to one of Asia’s most vibrant cities with a stay at Royal President

Sanctuary in a Private Oasis
Whether in the Park Wing, Court Wing, or Garden Wing with a choice of studio, one or two-bedroom suites and roof-top penthouses, your stay as our guest at Royal President promises to be a rewarding and satisfactory experience. Each room is carefully and thoughtfully designed to provide a dining area, sitting room and study desk.

Combining both comfort and utility, all suites are fitted with stylish and warm parquet flooring and carpets, and offer a large kitchen layout with refrigerator, microwave oven, hot plates, hot water boiler, and for your added convenience some suites provide a washer/dryer which is a particular favourite of longer-term residents.

Bathrooms feature modern, specially designed lighting and are equipped with shaving mirrors, hairdryers, and clothes lines for drying your more delicate items. As part of Royal President's commitment to the environment, each room is fitted with energy-saving devices to lessen the impact of modern living on our vital natural resources.

For a more leisurely evening in your room, relax and unwind with your in-room home theater and music system, bringing you television, movie, and news channels from around the world, as well as DVD players for the latest Hollywood releases.

Wireless internet access is now de-rigueur within the business world, and at Royal President we are pleased to offer 24-hour internet access for your comfort and convenience. Communicating with your friends, family or business associates are now easier with internet access from the privacy of your own room

In-room Features and Services

• 184 studios and suites (one and two bedrooms)
• Two two-bedroom rooftop Penthouse Suites
• Daily maid service
• Fresh linen service on alternate days
• Electronic door locks and personal electronic safe
• Refrigerator, microwave oven, electric hot plates, and hot water boiler
• Dining and kitchenware with cutlery and glassware
• Cooking utensils (available on request)
• Same-day laundry and dry-cleaning service
• Direct telephone line with bathroom extension
• High-speed Internet access
• Home theater and DVD players, more than 30 satellite television channels from around the world, including CNN, BBC World, ESPN, and NHK-Japan, and in-house movie channels

Suggested Itinerary

This is a suggest itinerary which can be changed if you so wished to suit your requirements personally

9 - Days / 4- Days Full Fishing

Day	Activity
1	Depart LHR with British Airways PM
2	Arrive BANGKOK (BKK) PM On arrival you will be met by our Angling Direct Holiday's representative, who will then transfer you to the hotel accommodation of your choice. Overnight accommodation: hotel of your choice, Bangkok B/B
3	Free day to relax or explore, alternatively take an option of an additional days fishing (If you still have the energy?). Overnight accommodation: hotel of your choice, Bangkok B/B
4 to 7	Breakfast is served at the hotel from 6am. Pick up for private transfer to Bung Sam Lan boarded lake, Daytime accommodation in one of the private Thai style huts with your own large fishing pontoon. Full day assistance of your own private guides. Return transfer back to your Hotel. Overnight accommodation: hotel of your choice, Bangkok B/B
8	Free day to relax and explore. At around 8 PM you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred back to BKK international airport. Note: You have your room until it is time to depart.
9	Depart BANGKOK (BKK) with British Airways AM Arrive LHR AM

Departure Dates & Prices

9 - Days / 4- Days Full Fishing

Dates	Prices
All Year	From £1,640

Note: The above prices are per person and have been based on a minimum of two people sharing accommodation, transfers, and fishing. These prices are for guide purposes only.

What's Included & Excluded

Options Business Class Flight Upgrades Additional Fishing Days River Fishing

What's Included International return flights Airport private transfers 7 nights accommodation B/B 4 Days use of Thai style hut on Bung Sam Lan boarded lakes 4 Days fishing with private guide at Bung Sam Lan boarded lakes. All required fishing permits (2 rods per angler: 1 for catfish and 1 for either giant carp or preditor species) All fishing tackle provided rods, reels etc if requested. (If you prefer light or fly tackle to try for the Barramundi please bring your own) All required baits and rigs Ice, mineral water, coffee and tea, fruits of the season.

What's Excluded Food and drinks while at Lakes or hotel. (Food and drinks are available at the lakes at inexpensive prices) Holiday insurance Personal items Local Tips (Non Compulsory)

Enquiries & Bookings

Once you have an idea of what destinations and duration of the holiday you would like, contact one of our consultants on 01603 407596 who will be pleased to assist you with any questions and additional literature you may require to help you finalise your holidays itinerary, availability and prices.

When you are ready to book your holiday, our consultants will take down all particulars and take a deposit payment, please make sure that before making any booking that you have read our terms and conditions. At the time of the booking we will ask you to correctly spell the first and last name of each traveling member, as some flights will need to be ticketed at the time of booking and due to airline regulations no name changes can be made, once a ticket has been issued. On receipt of the deposit we will send the lead booker a “Booking Form” and a deposit receipt invoice which becomes the legal contract between Angling Direct Holidays and your party.

Tackle Required
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All fishing tackle is provided.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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