Sabai Sabai Fishing Park - Udon Thani

[pongpong]

We are very Sorry to advise but due to illness we will be closed from today until next Saturday, we will be using the time to recruit more staff, re-stock ponds and general maintenance.

We apologize for any inconvenience caused during closure

Regards Prapaipun

[Billg]

Hi Pong Pong
I hope every thing goes to plan and you open again next week,good luck

Bill

[cueball]

I was very privileged today to watch the fish re-stocking at Sabai Sabai. The quality and size of the fish that have been introduced is staggering. I have watched several species with weights exceeding the norm - the largest of which is a Mekong giant catfish that was estimated to be at a minimum - yes, 80kgs!! Don't believe it?? Pictures attached that haven't been messed around with in Photoshop!! Add to this many pla jaramet (pacu) over 5 kgs and up to 15 kgs, lots of pla sawai (striped catfish) from 5 - 18kgs, snakeheads, featherbacks, pla duk and the rare pla kow - this adds up to an input of stock probably not seen before in a fishing park in Udon - certainly as far as I am aware the Mekong giant cat is the largest available in Udon in a commercial fishing park. When the venue re-opens this Saturday come prepared with heavy tackle and strong arms!!

[pongpong]

I hope this injection of top quality size and fish will bring our customers old and new back in there droves after our mini shutdown. The cost of these fish were very expensive but as always we try to prove the best fishing anywhere in Udon, Quality food and good service at a reasonable cost and excellent facilities at a fraction of the cost of fishing parks in the US, Uk etc. I would like customers also to be advised that I have finished the promotion for free fishing if you spend over 300 baht, please remember that when you go to th cimema you dont get to watch the movie free if you drink and eat, same rules apply when you go golfing. Finally we have somethings ordered that wont be here in time for re-opening but will be here as soon as possible, these include more umbrellas, A tent over the childrens Park etc.

Please note a Change in Rules, Due to the size, quality and our desire not to kill the fish we will are now only allowing single hook fishing, which is in line with many other fishing Park rules. To the less experienced I have fished nearly 40 years with a fly about 5-7mm long and have landed some truely memorable fish!!! Multi hooks dont really improve your chances of catching the fish just not losing them! If not sure best way to not lose a fish just ask!

Finally we now have on sale Sabai Sabai T-Shirts which are very good Quality with screen print of Siamese Carp and Reasonably Priced at 150 baht

Tightlines to Everyone

Paul and Prapaipun

[Aardvark]

I don't suppose you have Sabai Sabai Singlets also ??

[pongpong]

Aardvark,

If you let me know your size I would be happy to try and have one made for you, Same goes for anyone else that would like this style.

regards P and P

[pongpong]

These were pictures taken yesterday for fishing Lovers

[old-timer]

Considering the size of the fish and the one hook rule I was thinking of bringing this tackle along -

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Would this be acceptable?

[jackspratt]

I can imagine that after being hooked half a dozen times, and knowing they will be chucked back after being landed, the fish just learn to swim straight to shore.

[pongpong]

Old Timer,

I like the way your thinking!!! but sorry this doesnt count under the one hook system

Jackspratt

Maybe!! but this fish is 23 years old it didnt get to that age without learning whats good to eat along the way Personnally I think he/she is going to be hard to catch and near impossible to land unless you use a winch and pick up truck

We have now opened again but I have introduced new rules, the important ones being

Single hook Only

Fish over 6 kilos must be returned

We aim to be the premier spot for fishing in Udon, Ultimely we are phasing out Panine in the big pond and will just have good sized various species to catch (Now 20 kinds are stocked)

Panine are available to fish in the middle pond (up to 3 kilo) to take home

Regards Paul

[cueball]

Ok - that's me set up - 24 loaves of bread for the hook - only problem is how to reach it to bait up! Please note - one hook only!

[cueball]

image hopefully a bit bigger this time! Click on pic to view.

[pongpong]

Cueball,

On your next visit please remember to pay your outstanding bill of 4500 baht as your rod destroyed my hut 3, Your pictures are all the proof I need remember we are in Thailand, people only believe what they see

[pongpong]

In Responce to customers (see picture below) demand, we now have Nestle's Ice Cream, Cornettos, etc on Sale at the fishing Park.We have also ordered Singlets or sleeveless t-shirts to satisfy another customers request and they should be here shortly. We also have free back windscreen stickers for those who would like one, or staff will even fit free

Regards P and P

[Aardvark]

Good stuff Paul, and thank you I shall by a couple of Singlets for sure when I return, tight lines =D>

[pongpong]

All,

I was thinking about holding a Felang and family only Competition maximum 15 huts, tickets 500 baht each, Would like comments or suggestions. This could be a great evening or afternoon out with the family and a chance to meet other families, have some food and drink and relax!!

Up to now are baby "Jaws" is alive and kicking and hasnt been hooked to date, We have now found out she (yes shes a lady) is 23 years old.

We received more fish yesterday so the Park is full

Regards P and P

[pongpong]

Sorry for those who don't already know our baby is a Giiant Mekong Catfish, very rare and very expensive to buy

P

[polehawk]

The family & friends outing sounds like it would be great fun. The 500 baht would be the fee per hut and not per person, right?

Wondering about the change to using single hooks only. Any alternative baits being sold there? Seems it would be difficult to keep a glob of wet bread dough on a single hook. Selling worms or fish eggs (roe)? Can guess that the caged contraption with 5 or 6 hooks was wiping out your fish population too quickly but what about using the cage with a single hook then?

I would like to see the 23 year old Mekong catfish in a pond or aquarium setting maybe but wouldn't want to catch it even if it is released immediately. One so majestic belongs back in the Mekong. Only my opinion, of course.

Will visit again soon. Tight lines.

[pongpong]

Polehawk

The 500 baht would be per person (1 per hut ) to fish in the Competition with the money being split into prizes for the first and second. I get many westerners who would like to have a fun competition but dont want the hassle of crossed lines etc etc. This way everyone can have a fun day out! The big cat I dont think (or hope) will be stupid enough to be caught. She has never actually been in the Mekong but one day I may have her returned.

[cueball]

It may be worth noting that the Mekong Giant Catfish is on the endangered species list - Why? - because the River Mekong has been so heavily fished, the fish eaten, regardless of size - damage to the natural habitat from pollution - need I go on? Leave ' Ms. Jaws ' where she is - she has a far better chance of survival than in the wild! Catfish of this size are rarely caught on rod and line,(only 7 fish above 80 kgs have been caught at the world famous Bung Sam Lan fishery in Bangkok in the past ten years, to my knowledge) but can be quite spectacular if their tail breaks the surface of the water - just like the fluke of a whale!! Keep your eyes open when you visit Sabai Sabai!!!