Lyn
I'm very keen on deep sea fishing, and was wondering if anybody can point me in the direction of a charter company (in Dubai or any of the other Emirates including Fujeira, Umm Al Quain etc), that will not necessarily be over the top price wise, but would provide me with the opportunity to catch fish.
Any ideas?
Thank,
Lyn
Jeevan
Try the following lyn
Bounty Charters
Tel +971 4 50 552 6067
Taxi Directions Dubai International Marine Club, Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Hotel, Al Sufouh Road, Jumeirah
Open by advance booking only
Price Dhs1,700 4hrs; Dhs1,900 6hrs; Dhs2,400 8hrs; Dhs2,600 10hrs.
South African Richard Forrester, a veteran sailor of the region’s waters, takes the helm at Bounty Charters. His 11m (36ft) Yamaha Sea Spirit game fishing boat can be booked in good time for tailor-made fishing trips all year round (up to a maximum of six people).
Club Joumana
Tel +971 4 883 6000
Taxi Directions Jebel Ali Hotel, Sheikh Zayed Road, Exit 13 (past Interchange 7)
Open 8am-noon, 2-6pm daily
Price Dhs1,500 4hrs; Dhs2,700 8hrs
Club Joumana has one boat, the streamline Kingfish, which holds a maximum of seven people per fishing trip. Full and half-day excursions are available, with an experienced and friendly crew on hand to steer you to the better spots; prices for both durations include soft drinks, tea and coffee, Danish pastries and croissants, plus the use of tackle.
Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club
Tel +971 4 205 4646
Taxi Directions Opposite Deira City Centre, Garhoud
Open 7am-6pm daily.
Price Dhs1,875 for four hours (7am-11pm, 8am-12midday and 1pm-5pm), Dhs2,125 for five hours (7am-12 midday and 1pm-6pm), Dhs2,375 for six hours (6am-12 midday;12 midday-6pm), Dhs2,850 for seven hours (7am-3pm and 8am-4pm), Dhs2,850 for eight hours, between 7am and 6pm
The club’s own 10m (32ft) single cabin boat ‘Sneakaway’ is available for trips for up to a maximum of six people. The price includes tackle, bait and fuel, as well as a good supply of soft drinks (note, food and other drinks cost extra). Landlubbers may well find a full day ono the high seas to be a case of overkill, but unsurprisingly, the Sneakaway crew recommend an eight hour trip (and an early start) for the best chance of a memorable catch.
Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina
Tel +971 4 399 3333
Taxi Directions Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Hotel, Al Sufouh Road, Jumeirah
Open 7am, 1pm daily
Price Dhs1,725 4hrs
Tackle, bait, soft drinks and water are included in the price of these regular trips to some of the best fishing grounds in the Gulf (maximum six people), but you’ll be asked for a 50 per cent credit card deposit. Look out for the World development on your way out to sea; fishermen in the know will opt for a sundowner at Barasti afterwards.
The Image
Tel +971 4 282 2783 / +971 4 50 653 3496
Taxi Directions Moored in Jumeirah
Open Times and departure points vary
Price Dhs1,100 per hour
Following a leisurely afternoon sojourn on this nifty catamaran, you probably won’t want to leave. The boat’s perfect for a spot of lazy fishing and there’s a Jacuzzi net and donut ride should the fish not be biting. The boat costs Dhs1,100 per hour for a maximum of twenty people (that’s as little as Dhs55 per person if you happen to be popular).
Yacht Solutions
Tel +971 4 348 6838
Taxi Directions Jumeirah Beach Hotel Pavilion Marina, Beach Road, Jumeirah
Open 7am-6pm daily
Price From Dhs1,600 for 4hrs to Dhs2,500 for 8hrs.
Yacht Solutions run one of the biggest operations in Dubai and offer a friendly, flexible service. There are three boats available for hire (each will take up to six passengers per fishing trip), and multiple fishing lines ensure you’re trawling for sharks while drifting for kingfish while catching some rays and enjoying a cold one.
cheers
J