It is believed that over seventy percent of the surface of the Earth is covered with water while around ninety six percent of all of Earth’s waters are found in the many oceans in existence. Given these statistics, it comes as no surprise that fishing is one of the oldest activities in the world. Scientists have been able to trace back its existence in human culture for at least forty thousand years and archaeological remains of cave paintings and shell middens indicate the persistence of fish in the human diet. Fishing is an activity that has also evolved over time with numerous techniques such as spearing as well as different types of fishing such as trawling being invented. In modern times, fishing is done as a commercial activity while there are some that indulge in fishing as a recreational past time.
One can combine both these possibilities by engaging in fishing in the Maldives. While the best Maldives resorts are home to stunning house reefs teeming with different types of fish, resorts such as Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas offer patrons the option of embarking on fishing expeditions to nearby islands. During such expeditions, patrons can indulge in learning Maldivian fishing techniques in order to catch fish such as Tuna, Giant Trevally, Wahoo and Mahi Mahi. Most resorts also offer patrons the option of cooking a delicious meal out of their fresh catch and serving it on the deck of the boat itself.
Holidaymakers will learn how to use various techniques such as shore fishing, bottom fishing, jigging and popping, big game fishing and night fishing. The night fishing experience is one that should be opted for, if at all possible, for you will be able to board a dhoni, which is a traditional fishing vessel in the Maldives, and catch fish as the sun sets.
Caleb Falcon is a travel writer who specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers.
