Traveling to Ha Long, visitors not only want to go to a place with majestic natural beauty but also want to experience the interesting travel activities here once in their life. One of the most attractive activities on the cruise is night squid fishing. Night squid fishing will bring a very special impression on tourists because it is a very interesting activity and give tourists a lot of fun and experience.
Taking part in the Squid fishing, you will have unforgettable moments with friends and family, a relaxing time, the chance to try your patience, and the opportunity to explore the amazing natural beauty and enjoy delicious dishes made from fresh squid. It is really a great activity that you can’t miss on the Ha Long Bay tour. It is very wonderful when you can see squid swimming then catch it and eat it right on the boat.
Normally, the ideal time to fish squid is from April to around January next year. At the beginning of the season, the squid is very small, so if you want to catch the biggest squid, let’s visit Ha Long Bay during the peak season from August to December, especially in October and November.
Some tips when taking part in squid fishing:
- Should wear life jackets to ensure the safety of squid fishing tour.
- For squid fishing on Ha Long Bay, it is better to go fishing at night without moonlight and rain.
- Your fishing tour has to start at 08.00 pm and finish at 10.00 p.m or 11.00 p.m
- Ensuring your health: Because squid fishing often participates in the night so you should bring lights to avoid getting cold due to the night fog.
In fact, most overnight cruise tours in Ha Long Bay, Lan Ha Bay and Bai Tu Long Bay include squid fishing in their schedule. Please note that this activity is not included in the one-day tour. Here are some of the top cruises for you to go squid fishing in Halong Bay:
Paradise Elegance Cruise
- 5-star cruise in Ha Long Bay
- Departure: Tuan Chau International Port
- Cruise itinerary: Ha Long Bay
- Style: neoclassical design and perfect facilities
- Highlights: A system of restaurants and bars, a high-class spa with rich treatments, a modern Jacuzzi on the deck.
- Number of rooms: 31 cabins
- Squid fishing activities: After dinner on the first day, visitors will be able to participate in squid fishing activities with fishing equipment.
Athena Luxury Cruise
- 5-star Lan Ha Bay cruise
- Departure: Tuan Chau International Port
- Route: Ha Long Bay
- Style: a modern and luxurious design
- Highlights: including three decks, a reception & boarding area, an indoor restaurant and bar, a rooftop sundeck with open bar, coffee lounge, spa and sauna.
- Number of rooms: 21 cabins
- Squid fishing activities: After dinner on the first day, visitors will be able to participate in squid fishing activities with fishing equipment.
Stellar Of The Seas Cruise
- 5-star Lan Ha Bay cruise
- Departure: Tuan Chau International Port
- Route: Ha Long Bay
- Style: a modern and luxurious design
- Highlights: full of finest comforts such as fine dining, the panoramic bar, wine and cigars cellar, golf club, seasonal swimming pool, beauty spa & massage, children playground...
- Number of rooms: 22 elegant spacious rooms.
- Squid fishing activities: After dinner on the first day, visitors will be able to participate in squid fishing activities with fishing equipment.
Squid fishing is considered the most attractive activity in the evening for many cruises. When night falls, after enjoying a dinner on board, those who want to participate in squid fishing activities will be provided with fishing equips such as fishing rods and rackets. Lucky or experienced guests can catch 15-20 squids per night. If you are confident with your lucky fishing experience, do not hesitate to book a cruise tour that includes this exciting activity.