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Sport Fishing Boat Trip Phu Quoc: Day or Night

Editorial team · Checked 5 November 2026

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In short

A private big-fish day in Phu Quoc is listed at about USD 170 to 182 per person for 4 to 5 guests, a guide range checked on 5 November 2026. Night squid trips cost far less, about USD 15 to 17.

What it is and who it suits

Sport fishing from Phu Quoc comes in two main forms: a cheap evening of squid fishing and a private day for big fish. A private big-fish day is listed at about USD 170 to 182 per person for 4 to 5 guests, a guide range checked on 5 November 2026. It suits anglers who want a serious day on the water, while night squid suits families.

Phu Quoc fishing tours are customisable private trips that cater to angler preferences. Deep sea fishing is not a popular tourist activity, so you will need to charter your own boat for it. When choosing a boat, consider group size and target species.

Day versus night

  • Night squid: a shared evening trip, about USD 15 to 17 per adult, with lamps drawing squid. Read the night squid fishing trip page for cost and gear.
  • Day fishing with islands: shared trips are listed at about USD 25 to 28 per adult.
  • Private big-fish day: trolling for larger fish such as tuna or sailfish, with speed adjusted to fish activity.

The fish caught nearshore are small, and a shared trip is about the day rather than the catch.

What is included

Inclusions belong to individual operators. One private big-fish trip includes the private car and boat, an English-speaking guide, meals, tackle, life jackets and snorkelling gear. Squid trips list tackle, and life jackets are listed by operators of two shared trips. Ask whether bait is included, because extra live bait is a small cost, VND 25,000.

Price range

TripGuide price (checked 5 November 2026)
Private big-fish day, 4 to 5 guests, per personUSD 170 to 182
Private big-fish day, 2 guests, per personUSD 337
Private big-fish day, 1 guestUSD 646
Shared night squid trip, adultUSD 15 to 17
Shared day fishing with islands, adultUSD 25 to 28

One source gives a broad budget estimate of USD 60 to 150 for a fishing tour, and a catamaran fishing and snorkelling day is listed at about USD 149 per adult. On the big-fish trip, children from ten pay the adult rate, five to nine pay half and under fives go free, according to one operator.

How to book and what to check

  1. Message us on WhatsApp with your date, group size and target fish.
  2. Ask for the departure pier, start time and route.
  3. Check what is included: tackle, bait, meals, drinks and gear.
  4. Confirm the weather policy. One operator moves the big-fish trip to another day in poor conditions.
  5. Confirm payment and cancellation.

The big-fish trip must be booked a day ahead and leaves at 05:30, returns at 13:30, or runs 13:30 to 18:30. We arrange it with local partners and confirm the exact price in the chat before you pay. You can also look at the Ham Ninh fishing village alternative for a slower day.

Safety and conditions

The dry season, November to April, is when the sea is calm enough for early starts, with the peak December to February. Squid fishing is seasonal and only when the water is calm enough. Self-guided boat renters should ensure life jackets, first aid kits and navigation tools are on board. Read our guide to fishing and marine life rules before you cast.

Message us on WhatsApp for the exact price on your date.

Guide price, not an offer. Checked: 5 November 2026.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between day and night fishing?
Night squid fishing is a four-hour shared evening trip with lamps and light tackle, while day fishing runs longer with island stops. A private big-fish day targets larger fish such as tuna or sailfish with trolling. Night squid is cheaper, and big-fish days cost much more.
How much does a sport or deep-sea fishing trip cost?
A private big-fish day is listed at about USD 170 to 182 per person for 4 to 5 guests, a guide range checked on 5 November 2026. Fewer guests pay more per person, so a group of 2 is listed at about USD 337 each. Confirm your exact price in the chat.
What gear and bait are included?
Inclusions belong to each operator, but the listings we reviewed state tackle is included. One private big-fish trip includes the private car and boat, an English-speaking guide, meals, tackle, life jackets and snorkelling gear. Extra live bait can cost a small amount. Ask what your quote covers.
What fish can I expect, and when?
The dry season from November to March is optimal for all fishing types, with sailfish and tuna in deeper waters. The wet season from April to October can bring more grouper and trevally along the shores. Hon Thom is known for large trevallies and grouper. Catches are never guaranteed.
Do I need a fishing licence?
Local sources report that a licence is not typically required for recreational fishing, but check with the fishing tour provider. Anglers should also check fishing zones and protected areas before fishing. Confirm the current rule on WhatsApp or with your operator.
How do I book a sport fishing trip?
Message us on WhatsApp with your date, group size and target fish. One operator reports that the big-fish trip must be booked a day ahead, leaves at 05:30 and returns at 13:30, or runs 13:30 to 18:30. In poor conditions it moves the trip to another day.

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