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Khao Lak Expedition

Four days on board: popping and jigging the FAD fields between Khao Lak and the Similans, strictly outside the park boundary.

Where
Khao Lak · FADs and shelf · 4 days
Duration
4 days / 3 nights
Group
4–6 anglers
Format
Liveaboard · per angler
Price
from ฿96,000

Why this format

An expedition for anglers who want as many casts a day as possible. The FAD fields start 6 km from Tap Lamu and stretch toward the Similans. We fish the shelf and spend the nights at anchor; inside the park we only rest, because fishing there is prohibited.

Target species

  • GT
  • Yellowfin tuna
  • Mahi-mahi
  • Wahoo
  • King mackerel

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprNovDec

How the day runs

  1. Day 1Transfer from Phuket, departure from Tap Lamu, first FADs
  2. Day 2Dawn popping, daytime jigging at 60–80 m
  3. Day 3Offshore FADs and trolling for sailfish
  4. Day 4Morning session, return and transfer

Included

  • Liveaboard with cabins
  • Full board
  • Premium tackle
  • Phuket – Tap Lamu transfer
  • Licensed guide and insurance
  • Photos and video of the expedition

Not included

  • National park mooring fee (500 THB per day)
  • Alcohol
  • Crew tips

Where we fish

Khao Lak FADs · from 6 km off Tap Lamu

We fish strictly short of the Similan National Park boundary.

We don’t fish in marine national parks or sanctuaries: Similan, Surin, Phi Phi, Koh Rok, Hin Daeng, Shark Point. That’s Thai law, and it protects you.

Add-ons

Private charterThe whole boat for your group
Extension to 6 daysOn request
Mergui (Myanmar)Expedition on request when the border is open

Frequently asked questions

Is this legal? I’ve heard about arrests for fishing.

Yes, and it’s our core principle. Tours are run by a licensed operator, with a licensed Thai guide on board and boats holding Marine Department permits. We don’t fish in marine national parks (Similan, Surin, Phi Phi, Koh Rok, Hin Daeng) or marine sanctuaries: fishing there is prohibited by law.

How do I pay?

A 30% deposit secures your booking. We accept international cards, bank transfer or company invoice, USDT, and cash in THB or USD on site. The balance is paid on the day of the trip. Invoice and confirmation in English.

What if there’s a storm?

The captain decides whether to go out based on the Thai Meteorological Department forecast. If a trip is canceled because of weather, you get free rescheduling or a full refund of your deposit. In monsoon season we suggest sheltered spots or freshwater in advance.

I get seasick. Will this work for me?

Choose November to April, a private half-day trip and a boat with a wide hull. We’ll plan a route with short runs. For the most sensitive, there are freshwater lakes, where there is no swell at all.

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