Trolling

Trolling involves fishing from a moving boat, a technique renowned for its effectiveness in covering vast stretches of sea space.

By maintaining the appropriate speed, the bait takes on a natural appearance. The movement speed and bait placement necessitate careful calibration, ensuring each lure operates at a specific depth and distance from the boat, while also aligning with the rise and fall of waves. Crafting a successful combination of lures, such as wobblers, octopuses, and icelanders, tailored to distinct horizons proves to be a specialized skill. In our arsenal, we showcase cutting-edge American and Japanese innovations, including heavy octopuses designed for trolling sharks, handcrafted octopuses catering to sailboats and marlins, and versatile icelanders. We're equipped with lurex for high-speed marlin fishing (reaching up to 20 knots), streamers for sailboats and tuna, gear for employing natural baits like mackerel and bonito, diverse modifications of attractors, as well as wobblers suited for various fish species.

Trolling primarily targets pelagic fish residing within the water column; however, it's not uncommon to also land bottom-dwelling fish that rise in pursuit of prey. An aspect of our pride lies in the integration of a parachute kite alongside traditional trolling methods. The kite descends from the boat at a significant distance, bearing a live bait that continually attempts to submerge itself. Periodic kite-induced resurfacing entices even the most cautious and sizable fish, making for an innovative and effective fishing approach.

Casting

Casting involves utilizing a spinning rod to catch fish through casting.

When engaging in ocean spinning, it's advisable to employ a robust spinning reel classified under Shimano's 8000 series. This technique revolves around casting an artificial lure, such as a popper or wobbler, to the targeted fishing spot. When employing a popper, rapid retrieval is essential. To maximize effectiveness, quick retrieval should alternate with moderate-speed retrieval. When using a wobbler, the retrieval method mirrors that of freshwater fishing equipment, adhering to a standard approach.

The Seychelles offers a myriad of diverse locations for such fishing endeavors. From the breathtaking lagoons on remote islands to rock formations in the open ocean featuring substantial depth changes, opportunities abound. The nearest site, just one kilometer from the Royal Safari Villa, exemplifies the convenience of these fishing opportunities.

Jigging

Jigging represents one of the most prevalent and straightforward techniques for animating bait in the open ocean. For many anglers, this method is reminiscent of using a simple lure.

This approach involves employing a heavy sinker, typically weighing around 150 grams, attached through a soft hitch to a hook or a weighty jig head. The bait utilized can range from silicone bait to natural fish. Notably, this method is conducted while drifting, which entails fishing from a drifting boat. The boat's engine can be operational during this process, maintaining a slow forward movement. Crucially, the boat's speed relative to the tide stands as a vital parameter during drifting. If the wind and tide move in the same direction, the boat might drift excessively fast. It's imperative to control the boat's movement using the motors.

In the Seychelles, the most productive jigging fishing transpires at depth transitions, characterized by a steep drop from 80 to 800 meters, approximately 40 miles away from Mahe Island. The operational depth ranges from 70 to 150 meters, although deeper fishing is possible with the usage of electric reels. This region boasts a diverse array of fish species, encompassing nearly any bottom fish and sharks. Remarkably, even pelagic fish, such as sailfish, emerge during the retrieval process. We've even documented instances of marlin being enticed by a jig.