Freshwater Fishing, Thailand

Thailand's inland waterways offer a huge variety of freshwater fishing in rivers, lakes and reservoirs. For anglers looking for big fish and exotic species the country really is hard to beat - from the largest freshwater fish in the world, the Mekong Giant Catfish, to one of the most vicious predators, the Giant Snakehead or Toman.

Top Freshwater Destinations

Bangkok - Big catfish in the man-made lakes on the outskirts of the city.

Samutsakorn - Snakehead, catfish and carp. Only a short drive from Bangkok.

Chiang Mai - Pristine lake fishing for Snakehead, Giant Catfish, and Great White Sheatfish in the country's north.

Kanchanaburi - Snakeheads and Barbs on the magnificent Sri Nakarin lake.