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Explore the ancient tradition of Maldivian fishing through guided expeditions using pole and line or bottom line techniques, offering both big game and reef fish experiences at COMO properties in the Maldives.

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• Fishing is deeply embedded in Maldivian culture — and a thrilling activity for guests at COMO Cocoa Island and COMO Maalifushi.
• The tradition of Maldivian fishing goes back at least two thousand years, when the islands were visited by seafaring traders attracted by their location along ancient trade routes.
• Over centuries, as fish became the backbone of the Maldivian economy, fishermen crafted boats known as ‘dhonis’ to venture out to sea for fishing expeditions.
• Once at sea, fishermen would use a technique called pole and line fishing, making catches one at a time, rather than in larger quantities.
• While some fish can be caught year-round, including giant trevally and barracuda, the peak season for big game fishing is between November to April.
• At COMO Maalifushi, our three-cabin, 68-foot Hatteras yacht, Cameron, can be chartered hourly or overnight for pole and line fishing.
• This your chance to catch some of the ocean’s greatest game including yellowfin tuna — the national animal of the Maldives — wahoo, mahi mahi and sailfish.
• It’s a thrill seeker's activity, filled with anticipation.
• At COMO Cocoa Island, the fishing is focused on reef fish rather than big game.
• Using traditional bottom line fishing techniques, guests can use handheld reels to try for snapper, grouper and more.

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