THE SHORT ANSWER
What to know first
The morning trip is 8:30 AM–12:30 PM and costs 11,000 THB for the private boat. The night trip is 6:00 PM–10:00 PM and costs 10,000 THB. Both include the boat, crew, fishing gear, bait, water, ice, fruit and a simple meal.
The side-by-side comparison
The clearest difference is not the 1,000 THB price gap. It is how you want to spend the four hours.
| Morning fishing | Night squid fishing | |
|---|---|---|
| Time | 8:30 AM–12:30 PM | 6:00 PM–10:00 PM |
| Private-boat price | 11,000 THB | 10,000 THB |
| Main focus | Daylight fishing and a relaxed boat day | Fishing before dark, then squid under lights |
| Water activities | Possible when safe and confirmed | Not part of the standard night plan |
| Best fit | Families, beginners, mixed groups | Guests specifically interested in squid and night atmosphere |
Choose morning if your group wants variety
Morning fishing is the easier recommendation when a group includes children, non-anglers or first-time visitors. Some people can fish while others relax under the covered deck. If conditions and equipment allow, the route can include swimming, snorkeling, kayaking or SUP.
The catch and the extra activities are not guaranteed. The value is the flexible private-boat experience, not a promise to complete a checklist.
Choose night if squid fishing is the point
The night trip starts at 6:00 PM. You fish while there is still daylight, then the crew uses lights and squid-fishing gear after dark. The atmosphere is quieter and more focused than a family day on the water.
There is no standard swim stop, and the later finish can be tiring for young children. Choose it because the method and after-dark setting appeal to your group.
What both trips include
Hotel transfer, alcohol and a guaranteed catch are not included. We confirm the deposit and the balance payable at the pier before you pay anything.
- the whole boat for your group, up to 12 guests
- Captain Yod and local crew
- fishing gear and bait
- drinking water, ice, fruit and a simple meal
- a safety briefing before departure
Still unsure? Use the group test
Ask one question: would the group be disappointed if there were no swimming, or would they be disappointed if they missed squid fishing after dark? The first answer points to morning; the second points to night.
If the group has mixed priorities, send both possible dates in the request. We can check the captain’s availability before you decide.
We write from the published trip format, current operating rules and questions guests actually ask. Catch and safety claims are kept conservative until original records support more detail.
NEXT STEP
Check both options
Send your group size and preferred date. Add a note if either morning or night could work.
