Squid Fishing in Chumphon

Squid Fishing in Chumphon: A deep-sea experience you must try at least once with mr.hotsia

When talking about Chumphon province, many people probably think of a quiet town that serves as a gateway to Koh Tao, Koh Nang Yuan, or beautiful beaches that still retain their raw natural charm. But for mr.hotsia, Chumphon is not just about beaches or clear seas. "Squid fishing in Chumphon" is one of the activities that impressed me and I want to invite everyone to experience it themselves.

My latest trip to Chumphon started from Surat Thani by van, costing 170 baht. It took about 3 hours to reach Chumphon town, arriving right at 3 PM. After checking in at a hotel that offers affordable shuttle service to the pier for about 300 baht (if anyone is interested in accommodation in Chumphon, mr.hotsia has writtena complete travel review of Chumphonalready), I began my first-ever squid fishing experience.

Starting with Squid Fishing in Chumphon: Excitement on the Sea

Squid fishing in Chumphon is not just about rowing out to find squid and dropping a line into the sea. It is a combination of knowledge from local fishermen and each person's unique technique. I had the chance to talk with the boat owner who told me that squid in Chumphon waters come out to feed from evening to late night. Therefore, the boat trip starts in the evening after sunset.

The atmosphere on the boat I rode with a group of locals was lively. I saw flashlights flickering as small dots in the water, dozens of them. The fishermen patiently taught me how to use the lights and squid fishing hooks. Squid fishing requires patience and a sense of feeling movements in the water that is different from regular fishing.

The Specialty of Chumphon Squid and Delicious Dishes After Fishing

Most of the squid caught were egg squids and banana squids, fresh from Chumphon sea, with firm texture and natural sweetness. I was lucky to catch several fresh squids, and as soon as we returned to shore, the locals helped clean the squid and recommended seafood restaurants in a nearby fresh market that I often visit whenever I come to this town.

Chumphon Fresh Seafood Marketis another spot mr.hotsia recommends for a strollbecause besides seeing fresh ingredients, there are seafood restaurants that use market ingredients to prepare delicious dishes to try, especially grilled squid, steamed squid with lime, or stir-fried squid with salted egg, which are boldly flavorful and satisfying after a whole night of squid fishing.

Connecting Fishermen’s Way of Life and Chumphon Town Atmosphere

After the squid fishing experience, I usually walk around Chumphon night marketwhich offers a wide variety of local food and snacks.This market stretches for several hundred meters and is a hub for affordable food and goods, which is another charm that makes mr.hotsia feel that Chumphon is a livable and attractive travel destination.

Besides the town itself, Chumphon province has other interesting districts such as Tha Sae, Pathio, Lang Suan, and Lamae, each with different fishing lifestyles and nature. I plan to return to explore these in more detail next time. If anyone is interested in a deeper squid fishing experience or wants to try fishing at Chumphon Fish Pier,mr.hotsia has also written about it for you to read.

Tips for Those Who Want to Try Squid Fishing in Chumphon

For beginners like me, it is important to prepare for the sea weather which can be cooler than on land at night, and don’t forget to bring a flashlight or fully charged lighting equipment because light is needed for squid fishing. Also, it is advisable to contact locals or experienced boat owners for safety and to learn the correct squid fishing methods.

Finally, if you want to experience both the lifestyle and the delicious fresh seafood of Chumphon, I recommend coming here at least once. You will realize that squid fishing in Chumphon is not just an activity but an experience full of vivid memories.

Follow more travel stories and reviews of places to eat and visit in Chumphon atTravel Chumphonand don’t forget to watch my squid fishing video inYouTubeto truly feel the atmosphere.
– mr.hotsia