Mae Ngat reservoir, is located 85 km northwest of Chiang Mai. The lake holds Tilapia (max.2kg); Rohu (max. 6kg), Small Scale Mud Carp (max. 6kg), a small number of Snakehead (1-2kg) the main attractive species is the Hampala Barb also called Jungle Perch (max. 5kg), the average size is 0.5-1kg and a 3kg fish is already a very good catch . These Cyprinids are feeding almost on small fish, an provide good action on light tackle and fishing with topwater lures. Best time for Jungle Perch: June-October

Half day trip to Mae Ngat Dam, Buzz bait and Popper fishing from a Thai style longtail motor boat for the Jungle Perch and Snakehead fish, Pick up time is 04.30 from Chiang Mai and returning about 1 pm.

Full day trip to Mae Ngat Dam Buzz bait and Popper fishing from a Thai style longtail motor boat for the Jungle Perch and Snakehead fish, Pick up time is 04.30 from Chiang Mai and returning about 7 pm, Lunch is included on a floating resteraunt at the reservoir.

Pricing for this Half day lure fishing package is 4800 baht per person. Full day package is 6500 baht per person. Click here for Currency converter (opens in new window)



Includes Free Pick up drop off and transfer from Chiang Mai international airport, Hotel or guest house in Chiang Mai, All fishing tackle, Lures, Baits, Lunchbox meal, Water, Ice, Half day boat rental and Proffesional fishing guide.

Not Included: Alchoholic drinks, Soft drinks.




The Jungle Perch are really challenging to skilled Anglers who love fishing with lures and Flies.The Best time for this fishing at Mae Ngat Dam starts from the end of july to the end of September during the wet season.

For booking info or questions please email info@megafishingthailand.com