What You Need
Thailand's tropical (and high altitude mountain locations) conditions require fishermen to be properly equipped with the necessary accessories and clothing.
Recommended Clothing & Accessories;
Fishing hat – A broad-brimmed hat, and it must be a dull color – this is important as a fish see you head first as you are approaching the river! A wide brim is best to protect you from sunburn, reduce glare by keeping direct sunlight off your Polaroid glasses, also prevents hooks in your ears, head or neck!
Polaroid Sunglasses – Bring a top-grade pair! Best colors are yellow or amber; these improve contrast on dull days. Dark green ones make it difficult on rainy days to see the fish.
SHIRTS – A light-weight fishing shirt, fast-drying micro-fiber or light cotton, is best. Dull colors are important! Long sleeves are best against sunburns, and also the fish will not see your light colored arms.
T-SHIRTS or SINGLETS – Light cotton or micro-fleece
PANTS: Either hi-tech polyester outdoor track-pants/trousers, or shorts over polypropylene long-johns. We prefer to wade wet because water temperatures are mild and waders are hot and uncomfortable on long hikes. Choose pants that dry quickly.
Wading Boots – Sturdy wading boots, because the terrain is rugged, and we often cover quite long distances. Wading boots with felt or felt + studs are ideal. We support quality boots to our clients from size 9-13, but if you prefer to bring your own pair you are welcome to do so.
JACKET – A lightweight 100% waterproof jacket - dull colors that you can slip in your backpack in case of unexpected wind/rain. Mountain weather can change rapidly.
Pullover- a fleece lined hooded Pullover is nice to have available in the evening. The temperature can drop fast in December and January high up in the mountains.
SUN-BLOCK SPF30+ - Bring SPF30+ sun-block, water-resistant. The sun here during midday can be very strong.
INSECT REPELLENT – There are very few troublesome insects here. However, at dusk and dawn there are sometimes mosquitoes. A repellent with about 25%+ Deet content is recommended.
