Tip experience an exciting night of squid fishing with local fishermen at Cham Island Hoi An, Vietnam

If you joined the Cham Island 1 day tour, but have not experienced the service of night squid fishing on Dai Island. You will be personally by local fishermen, how to catch traditional squid methods that have been from generation to generation on the island.

Cham Island fishing tour

For many years, Cham Island squid fishing has been one of the main traditions of the local people. The products from this many diners come to the island to enjoy such as Grilled squid, dried squid, and stir-fried squid… Normally, squid fishing only for a few months in the summer. But catching squid is not as easy as one might think. Let’s explore the Cham Island squid fishing tour.

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The time for squid fishing in Cham Island

Every afternoon, around 4:00 PM, the fishermen prepare their equipment and belongings for a night of fishing with various emotions. If you are a tourist joining in, usually depart at 6:00 PM. As the sun sets behind the mountains, the start of your squid fishing journey on Dai Island

A wooden boat will pick you up at Lang Pier and take you to Dai Island, the squid fishing center on Cham Island. All the lights on board will be turned on to attract squid. The fishermen will prepare their fishing rods, and bait, and provide specific instructions on how to use the fishing equipment and traditional squid fishing techniques

What makes joining a squid fishing tour in Cham Island with local fishermen so attractive?

Experience squid fishing with different emotions: Surprise and extreme joy when you catch your first squid in your life. Or there might be a slight sense of regret when the squid is caught and falls back into the sea

Squid fishing requires a certain amount of time and perseverance. It may take a long time from the moment you cast your line until you catch the squid. You can catch various types of squid such as leaf squid, sewer squid, needle squid, and ink sac squid. When you release the line, the fishermen start lighting the charcoal fire in preparation for cooking and enjoying this delicacy on the boat. It’s a truly amazing feeling

The squid is freshly caught and doesn’t require complicated processing. It is brought up and grilled on the red-hot stove with prepared spices. While grilling the squid, you can enjoy a cold beer and the tranquil atmosphere of the sea… It truly is a perfect combination of wonderful experience

When you enjoy the squid dish, it’s also the time for the wooden boat to return to the Cham Island homestay. After moments of relaxation with the night sea view, savoring the squid dish and showing off the “achievements” with friends and family

Squid fishing Cham Island tour

We offer a Cham Island squid fishing tour specifically designed for tourists participating in the 2 days, except on days with strong winds and big waves. Depending on your requirements and the number of guests, we will prepare the necessary equipment and wooden boats with prices ranging from 800,000 to 1,500,000 VND. It is recommended to book the squid fishing tour at least 7 days in advance to ensure thorough and safe preparation

Joining the squid fishing tour in Cham Island will help you relax, and forget about the daily work pressure, and you will have the experience of being a fisherman. Learn the traditional squid fishing techniques such as: Choosing bait, casting the line, and waiting… It will be the most amazing experience in life that very few people can have

Tip things to note when going on tour squid fishing on Cham Island

When the wooden boat stops at the fishing place, the waves can easily make you seasick. To have the best trip, we recommend taking motion sickness medication 60 minutes before or drinking a few ginger teas when preparing to move. At the same time, limit your movement and walking when the boat is completely stopped

The wind and cold air from the beach can affect your health if you’re not accustomed to it. So remember to bring a light jacket to keep warm as a precaution.