Fish Thailand: The TV-Famous Bungsamran Lake
As Thailand’s most iconic fishing destination, Bungsamran Lake has gained global fame not only for its extraordinary fishing experiences but also for its appearances on world renowned TV shows. Fish Thailand proudly guided Robson Green for Extreme Fishing Thailand at Bungsamran and Jeremy Wade for the Discovery Channel’s River Monsters. Everyone can now book the Fish Thailand experience, as featured on TV!
Fishing in Bangkok at Bungsamran is not just a day out—it’s an adventure. The lake offers the most prolific freshwater fishing in Thailand, possibly in all of Asia. Anglers can expect thrilling battles, expert guidance, and unforgettable memories.
Mekong Catfish & Carp Fishing in Bangkok
Located just east of Bangkok in Chachoengsao approximately an hour from downtown Bangkok, Bungsamran Lake is a 17 acre lake with depths reaching 40 meters; Bungsamran is home to some of the largest freshwater fish in the world. Beneath it’s murky depths the Mekong giant catfish and Siamese giant carp both grow in excess of 100kg (220lb). In fact, the world’s largest Siamese carp ever caught on a rod weighed an estimated 120kg (264lb). Anglers can expect to catch up to 30 fish per day, making Bungsamran one of the most prolific freshwater fishing venues in Thailand.
For tourists, Bangkok is the “City of Angels,” but for anglers, it’s the “City of Giants.” Fishing in Bangkok at Bungsamran is an unforgettable experience to battle some of the strongest freshwater species on the planet.
Guaranteed Success with Fish Thailand
At Fish Thailand, we are confident in the quality of the fishing at Bungsamran and the expertise of our fishing guides. That’s why we offer a 50% refund to anyone who fails to catch a 30lb-plus Mekong catfish during a one-day session. Few fishing venues or guides would dare to make such a bold guarantee.
The techniques required to land these giants are unlike any fishing methods in Europe, and Fish Thailand’s expert guides are essential for mastering these methods.
Our guides are skilled not only in fishing techniques but also in overcoming challenges posed by the lake’s submerged structures. When fish find their way into underwater snags, If necessary, they’ll even dive into the water to recover your line and ensure your battle with the fish continues.
Fun Fact
Did you know that “Bungsamran” translates to “Luxury Lake”? In Thai, “bung” means “lake,” and “samran” means “luxury.” While the name is sometimes spelled “Bungsamlan” or “Bung Sam Lan,” these variations stem from differences in transliteration from Thai to English.
Booking Your Fishing Adventure Today
Book your fishing trip today and see for yourself why Bungsamran Lake is one of the most famous fishing venues in the world, featured on TV and loved by anglers everywhere.
