Koh Samet - Thailand
NIGHT SQUID FISHING
Just a 2.5 hour drive from Bangkok, Koh Sament welcomes
visitors with year-round sunshine, turquoise water, and the warm
sea breeze. This is not only a suitable place for those who seek
tranquility and impeccable beauty but is also an ideal island for
diving and water sports.
As a peaceful small town, Koh Samet is makes a great getaway for
contemplating the sunset while walking on the beach. It only takes
a few minutes to travel from the resort to the beach. From Sai Kaew
beach, visitors can get on a long-tail motorboat to explore the green
island, Koh Samet. The water is so clear that you can see the fish
below. The blue sea and sunshine are what comprise Koh Samet’s
stunning beauty. Soaking in the cool water seems to be familiar to
all, but sunbathing on Koh Samet is an unparalleled experience.
The smooth sandy beach is perfect for relaxing and tanning.
Sunset is the time when lively activities take place. Enjoy fresh
seafood at the seaside restaurants. Unwind with friends at bars.
Walk along the beach, or join in the unique local dances.
For a truly special experience, take part in the squid fishing tour
at night. You will be provided a bamboo pole, hooks and reflective
fishing tackle. When the hooks are cast into the sea, the sparkling
light lures squids. According to the ship’s owner, the squid are
attracted to the light given off by live and artificial shrimp alike, so
there’s no need for live bait. Wait for the right time, the ship owner
will use a hand net to catch the sparkling squids - the best booty a
tourist fisherman could wish for.
For a truly
special
experience,
take part in
the squid
fishing tour
at night.
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TRAVELLIVE
Itinerary:
ü You can travel with a
16-seat car from Victory
Monument Station in Bangkok
to Rayong ferry terminal for
200 baht. From the ferry
terminal, take the ferry or
a wooden boat to Koh
Samet. Wooden boat: 100
baht/round trip, 45 minutes.
Speed canoe: 300baht/turn,
20 minutes.
Hotel:
ü You can book a room via
agoda.com, booking.com or
smartbooking hotel. Rates
vary from 40 to 100USD
Activities:
ü night squid fishing, visiting
Koh Samet, diving, exploring,
taking pictures of the sunset,
and having dinner on the
beach.
Cuisine:
ü The two signature dishes
here are crepe and grilled fish
with salt. Sold on pushcarts,
the crepes with chocolate
covering smell delicious. You
can find grilled fish at the
small restaurants along the
beach in the late afternoon
and evening.