For the Fisherman

From the adrenaline rush of blue water, big game hunting, to the finger-tip skill of the subtle fly-fisherman, Seychelles’ outer-island atolls offer angling challenges for every taste. And whether they are guiding an enthusiastic novice through their first taste of reef fishing or admiring the technique of an experienced fisherman taking on a fresh challenge, the professional crew of Neptune Warrior are on hand to offer advice, assistance and applause for the catch of the day.

Fly fishing

If fly fishing is angling at its most artistic then Seychelles remote coral atolls are the ultimate canvas. And the dazzling array of species to target mean that the trick is not in waiting for a bite, but waiting for the right one!

On the hook:

Bone fish
Trigger fish
GT
Emperors
Groupers
Snappers

Big game/ trolling

The thrill of the hunt doesn’t get any more thrilling than chasing big game in the wide open, deep blue Indian Ocean. Motor away from the reef fringed atolls and out into the open sea to hunt record breaking marlin, sail fish, wahoo, yellow-fin tuna and many more aboard Neptune Warrior or one of the ship’s two high speed customised tenders.

On the hook:

Marlin
Sail fish
Wahoo
Yellow-fin tuna

Jigging

Rapidly gaining in popularity around the world, the fast action of Jigging is ideally suited to hooking snappers, groupers and a wide range of reef fish. The biggest challenge – and biggest fish – wait on the reef drop off, where sea floor drops from the shallow coastal fringe straight down for 1,000 metres.

On the hook:

Snappers
Groupers
Almaco-Jack
Job fish
Big Game fish

Popping

Combining the chase of big game fishing with the subtle skill of fly fishing, popping – using an artificial lure dragged across the water’s surface to create a spray irresistible to predatory fish – can be done from one of Neptune Warrior’s tenders or standing in the warm waters of an atoll’s lagoon. Our experienced staff will be happy to help you refine your technique and take pictures of your record breaking catch!

On the hook:

Giant Trevally (GT)
Groupers
Game Fish

Drop shots

Total peace and tranquillity. One man, one line and the endless expanse of the Indian Ocean. Drop shot fishing, either at sea from one of Neptune Warrior’s tenders or on the reef of one of the beautiful coral atolls is line fishing at its best. Grab your favourite rod, let our expert crew guide you on the best gear and experience line fishing at its finest.

On the hook:

Sharks
Groupers
Emperors
Rays
Job fish

Hand-line

This traditional local technique is often an untried thrill for visiting anglers. Line fishing at its most raw, hand-line fishing – bottom fishing without a float or rod and with the line loosely gripped in one hand – relies on the speed of reaction of the angler and the crystal clear waters of Seychelles. An ageless technique, hand-line fishing feeds the people of Seychelles and provides a unique challenge for even the most experienced fishermen from around the world.