A bad day fishing.
The boat was okay, the crew was friendly and our guide was excellent. Remembering this is a fishing charter, the equipment was disastrous.
There were 8 people fishing, but only 7 rods and reels were available. 2 of the rods had reels that weren't fit for purpose either.
We fished an area that had no reef, and the fish that came out were maximum 20cm long. This was an obvious attempt to ensure that some fish were caught.
When I did eventually get a chance to fish, a member of the crew literally took the rod out of my hands to fish himself.
So, lunch was good, and the Andaman Sea and islands are beautiful, but as far as rating the fishing, it was a 0 out of 10 for me. I paid nearly $200 Aud to go fishing but ended up being a spectator.
Will definitely not be going back to this charter next time I'm in Thailand, and I can not recommend them to others who want to go fishing.
事業者からの返答
Dear Kev702,
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re truly sorry to hear that your fishing trip did not meet your expectations and appreciate the opportunity to respond.
We regret the issue with the fishing equipment and the number of rods available onboard that day. This is not the standard we aim to maintain, and we are actively reviewing this with our team to prevent such issues in the future.
Please note that this program is not designed to be a full-day, dedicated fishing charter. The journey from Phuket to Racha Island is quite far, and our itinerary is time-limited. Due to distance, weather, and government restrictions, we can only fish in specific zones, and the fishing portion is meant to be a fun, light activity rather than a professional sport-fishing session.
The true highlight of this trip is the overall experience. cruising the beautiful Andaman Sea, enjoying freshly cooked lunch on board prepared by our crew, and swimming in the crystal-clear turquoise waters of Racha Island. The fishing activity is just one element added for enjoyment during the day.
We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the scenery and lunch, and again, we sincerely apologize that the fishing aspect was disappointing. Your feedback is valuable and helps us improve our services. We hope to welcome you back in the future for a more enjoyable day on the water.
Warm regards,
Nix
Underwhelming
The trip was sadly nothing worth doing I was excited to go out and get some deep sea fishing but we never got a chance to. Of the group of 14 only three ever even sat down to try and fish while trolling. They stopped to let everyone do some jigging, but the boat had too many people and our lines kept getting tangled with the person next to us. The guides didn't seem to know where the fish were. Even when we saw sea birds diving at a spot, they didn't even attempt to go over and see what was driving the bait fish to the surface. Not only that, but the boat returned an hour early. Overall I'm just as disappointed in the trip as the other passengers. I know that when fishing there's a chance you won't catch anything, but I at least expected a chance to try and do some fishing. Hard to do when you spend the entire time untangling your line from the guy's next to you.
事業者からの返答
Dear Rexm343,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re truly sorry to hear that your fishing experience did not meet your expectations. Our goal is to provide an enjoyable and memorable experience for all our guests, and it’s disappointing to learn that we fell short during your trip.
We understand how frustrating it must have been to deal with tangled lines and limited fishing opportunities. We appreciate your feedback regarding the group size, fishing locations, and timing, and we will review these concerns with our team to improve future trips.
We would love the opportunity to make it up to you. If you’re open to it, please reach out to us at email : info@vibescation.com, and we’d be happy to discuss how we can improve your experience.
Thank you again for your honest review—we value your input and hope to have the chance to provide a better experience in the future.
Best regards,
Nix
A fun filled day!
It was a full day of fun. We went fishing with this tour in the beautiful waters of Phuket. Everything worked out as planned. We booked the day before and got an immediate response from tour operator. So nice!
We got picked up at hotel at 7am. After an hour and half of car transfer, we arrived at the Pier and wax quite promptly get on the boat. Racha Yai island fishing spot was about an hour away. Water was about 30 Meter deep.
Crew was diligent and helpful. There were no bites on any of our lines. The boat captain though got three small fishes as soon as he dropped the line.
Lunch was good. The crew made fried rice, chicken wings and fried the fishes caught.
Then, we swam at a Cove. Life is beautiful. By the time we got back to the pier, it was 5pm. We requested to be dropped off at Patong. It was accomplished.
事業者からの返答
Dear Michael,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review of your Fishing Day Trip with us! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fun-filled day enjoying the beautiful waters of Phuket.
It's great to know that everything worked out as planned and that our prompt response and efficient pick-up service met your expectations. We're glad you appreciated the crew's diligence and helpfulness throughout the trip, even though the fish were being a bit elusive that day!
We're also happy to hear that you enjoyed the lunch prepared by our crew and that you had a chance to swim in the cove. We strive to make every moment of the trip enjoyable and memorable.
Thank you for choosing our tour and for sharing your experience. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon!
Best regards,
Nick
Beautiful
We were lucky as there weren't many people when we went so we were able to have a good look around. Shoes must come off to enter the Temple and females must be covered.
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Excellent service
We went to all the places attracted around Phuket like Big Buddha Chalong Temple, Karon viewpoints, and visit Phuket local farm...
We enjoy the trip so much!
The tour leader is friendly
We almost have all information about the place we visit. So interesting
I recommend this to all who want to visit Phuket is worth for money...
事業者からの返答
Dear Austars,
Thank you for your excellent review on TripAdvisor! We are delighted to hear that you had such an enjoyable experience exploring the attractions around Phuket.
It’s wonderful to know that our tour leader's friendliness and the comprehensive information provided about each location added to your enjoyment. We strive to ensure that our guests have an enriching and memorable experience, and your feedback affirms that we are achieving our goals.
We appreciate your recommendation and are grateful for your kind words. Thank you for choosing our tour, and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Phuket!
Best regards,
Nick
