The Big Barra Lake – is situated in the Chachoengsao province of Thailand – only 1 hour 15 minutes from Bangkok. This is the same area as Fish Thailand’s other barramundi fishing venue – Boon Mar Ponds, although very different in size, layout, features, stocking density & size of fish.

This beautiful lake is not a commercial fishery and requires special permission from the owner to gain access therefore receiving very little angling pressure. This in-turn means that the barramundi are not shy of lures or flies, providing excellent fishing sessions full of aggressive hits and exhilarating rod bending action.

Big Barra Lake - Idylic Setting

Huge Barramundi

Of the two Fish Thailand barramundi venues – Big Barra Lake is the more picturesque and scenic, set deep in the countryside way off the beaten track. The size of the barramundi at Big Barra Lake are also much larger – between 10lb – 20lb, with some growing even bigger – upto 30lb.

Exhilarating Tail Walking Displays

Fishing Styles & Techniques

Lure & fly fishing for barramundi is a spectacular form of fishing and both of these techniques are extremely effective at Big Barra Lake. The lure angler is able to comfortably roam around the lake with no obstructions under foot or obstacles to prohibit casting. For the fly angler, there are 2 fishable banks whereby there are no obstructions to impede the back cast.

Barramundi Lure Fishing Tackle

Fish Thailand supply all of the lure fishing tackle needed, amongst our armoury you will find a variety of specialist rods made by Rapala for the specific purpose of lure casting. Our Daiwa BG fixed spool reels are loaded with 50lb braid making a perfectly balanced lure fishing setup.

As for lure selection – Fish Thailand has a vast array to choose from, of which there are a few colours and patterns which have proved more successful than others. Fish Thailand Guides will advise which lure to use according to conditions and time of day, surface poppers for example provide the most exciting hits when conditions allow.

Fly Fishing Tackle

Unlike Fish Thailand’s lure fishing tackle, which can be used effectively by any lure angler – fly fishing tackle is much more personal and individual. Therefore Fish Thailand does not provide fly fishing equipment; avid fly anglers should bring their own tackle. An outfit capable of casting a floating, WF 8 fly line coupled with large pike or salmon flies would be ideal.

Fly fishing is a very effective technique at Big Barra Lake and certainly the most fun that can be had at the end of a fishing rod! As all anglers will know, the barramundi is a true ‘trophy’ catch and the rewards are magnified when using fly fishing techniques.

Fly Fishing For Barramundi

Which Barramundi Venue?

Fish Thailand has 2 different barramundi fishing venues and packages – both located in the Chachoengsao province of Thailand.

Boon Mar Ponds is a commercial fishery setup comprising of many smaller ponds – 1 of which is Fish Thailand's private guarantee catch pool. The fish are smaller but feed more readily providing some great action even for the less experienced anglers or youngsters.

Big Barra Lake is another private lake, there is a lower stocking density of much larger barramundi.

 

Big Barra Lake Fishing Packages & Prices

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Booking Information

Target Fish Species In Big Barra Lake

Barramundi

 

 

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