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FAQ
Questions about fishing at Loei Jungle Fishing Lake
Short answers about prices, fish, tackle, rules, the bungalow and getting here. Can’t find yours? Message Pond on WhatsApp: +66 96 532 4426.
The fishing
What fish are in the lake?
More than 40 species, including arapaima, Siamese giant carp, Mekong giant catfish, alligator gar, Amazon redtail catfish, tiger shovelnose catfish, goonch, wallago attu, motoro stingray, Siamese tigerfish and sturgeon. See all species with Thai names.
Is this a monster fishing lake?
Yes, if that is what you are looking for. We call it a species lake: more than 40 species, including big arapaima, Siamese giant carp, Mekong giant catfish and alligator gar, plus species you can only catch here. See the full species list.
What are the fishing hours?
7:00 to 18:30, every day.
Do I need to bring tackle?
No. Shimano 12000D reels and rods, Sonik rod pods and Fox bite alarms are provided: two rods on a day ticket, three on the 24-hour package. Extra rods cost 600 THB per day.
Can I use my own rods?
Yes, with at least 50 lb braid for carp and 80 lb braid for predators.
Which hooks can I use?
Only barbless size 2 and 4 wide-gape Pallatrax Gripz hooks. Treble hooks, multi-hook rigs, stainless steel hooks and circle hooks are not allowed. Hooks are checked before rods go in the water.
Is bait included?
Yes. Per day you get 2 bags of bread, 2 bags of rice husk (lum), pellets (1 kg on a day ticket, 2 kg on the 24-hour package) and 1 kg of dead bait for predators. Ask before using your own bait.
Can children fish?
Under-18s can fish only with an accompanying paying adult.
Prices and booking
How much does fishing cost?
From 1 January 2027: day ticket 3,500 THB and 24-hour package 5,100 THB per angler per day. Until 31 December 2026: 2,800 THB and 4,800 THB. Full prices.
How much does a non-fishing partner pay?
1,000 THB per day on the 24-hour package, with three meals and soft drinks included.
Can I arrive the night before?
Yes, for 1,000 THB per booking. Food and drinks are not included that evening.
How do I book?
Use the booking form or message Pond on WhatsApp (+66 96 532 4426) with your dates, ticket type and number of anglers. Pond and Jez confirm your booking.
Can I share rods with a friend?
No. Each ticket is for one angler and rods are not shared.
Stay, food and travel
Where do I stay?
In the lakeside bungalow, included in the 24-hour package, with air conditioning, Wi-Fi, a Western bathroom and a swimming pool next to it. See the bungalow.
Is food included?
Three meals a day and soft drinks are included in the 24-hour package. Outside food and drinks are not allowed.
How do I get to the lake?
Fly from Bangkok Don Mueang (DMK) to Loei, about 1 hour 10 minutes. Guests staying at the lake are picked up from Loei airport for free. Plan your trip.
Where is the lake?
351 Moo 1, Ban Thakham, Tambon Chayaiphuk, Mueang Loei, Loei 42000, Thailand. GPS 17.55231, 101.74410.
Which languages do you speak?
Pond speaks Thai and English. Jez speaks English.
Request your dates
Tell us when you want to come and how many anglers. Pond and Jez check the dates and reply on WhatsApp or by email.