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Socotra, Yemen

IMPORTANT: DUE TO THE POLITICAL SITUATION, ALL YEMEN TRIPS ARE SUSPENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

Targets: GT, kingfish, cobia, groupers, spangled emperor, many other reef species.
 
Best time: October to May
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- 3 to 4 days fishing (highly recommended to see the island on the guided full day tour on the last day)
- Camping accommodation with all camping equipment including camping mattress and pillow in the tent
- Local guides
- All food/meals included - cooked by chef
- Starlink WIFI
- Portable toilet
- Portable showers with running water
- Sightseeing of the must see highlights of Socotra
 
Important info:
- this is an adventure fishing trip and involves camping. Don't expect the Ritz! 😅
- fishing boats are traditional wooden local boats, again, don't expect luxury here
- comfort & safety was a priority when putting together this trip
- please make sure you have your own travel insurance in place
- the flight provided is a charter company (emirates aviation services) and has nothing to do with our guides
 
Price: USD 2400 per angler for a 5 day trip including return flights from Abu Dhabi airport, visa, 3 full days fishing, 1 full day guided sightseeing tour of the islands must see sights, all meals, accommodation and transfers
 
Recommended number of anglers on the boat: 2 per boat
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Please contact us to book - single angler spot (shared trip) or whole group private booking

Trip Info & Insights

An amazing fishing experience, casting around reefs and jigging. Possibilities for a huge variety of species.
 
Gear: heavy popping set up for GT (topwater casting/popping) – 14000 or 18000 reels, PE 8 or 10, 150 to 200lb shock leader. Jigging set up PE 3 or 4, 60 to 100lb leader.
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Recommended accommodation: Provided. It is camping on the beach
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How to get there: Fly from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (Yemenia Airways). This is a newly launched route replacing direct flights from the UAE to Socotra.
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Optional add on experiences to compliment the fishing:
Relax on pristine white sand beaches with crystal clear waters
Sightseeing tour of the island's must see unique and amazing sights and scenery
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Pictures of the camping set up, boat, recent catches, etc.:

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