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Flores Sea / Komodo
Giant TrevallyDeep-sea fish
Asia · Fishing World Guide
Indonesia.
Fishing in Indonesia 2026: Permits, Best Spots, Charters & Costs
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target species
Yes
license needed
Apr–Oct
best season
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Do you need a license?
License
Yes.
500.000 IDR (ca. 27 EUR) for foreigners (1-15 days) / 750.000 IDR (>15-30 days)
›All license details
- Where to apply?
- e-Mancing Portal (emancing.kkp.go.id)
- Cost
- 500.000 IDR (ca. 27 EUR) for foreigners (1-15 days) / 750.000 IDR (>15-30 days)
- Validity
- 1-30 days
- Available online?
- Yes
New quota regulation since 2025. Authorities mainly focus on commercial illegal fishing.
When to go?
The season at a glance.
Best season
Coastal waters: May-September (calmer seas, higher fish activity). Raja Ampat: October-April. Yellowfin Tuna: May-October in deep waters. Dogtooth Tuna: year-round around reefs.
Where to fish?
The top waters.
02 · Aceh
Weh Island
Dogtooth TunaGiant TrevallyGrouperRuby Snapper
03 · Papua
Raja Ampat
UNESCO World Heritage with over 1500 fish speciescoral species
04 · Nusa Penida
Bali
MarlinGiant TrevallyYellowfin TunaWahoo
05 · Sumatra
Lake Toba
Largest volcanic lakeGiant SnakeheadAsahan River
What's biting?
Your target species.
›+3 more species
Frigate tuna (Kawakawa)ShrimpGrouper
The rules.
Four things you need to know.
Closed seasons
Closed seasons
October-December in FMA 714 and other area closures. Spawning grounds and rearing areas protected year-round.
Catch limits
Catch limits
Maximum 100 kg or 50 fish per boat and fishing day. Quota regulation in force since early 2025.
Prohibited methods
Prohibited methods
Protected species and CITES Appendix species prohibited. All other fish species permitted.
Catch & release
Catch & release
Not explicitly mentioned. Recreational fishing is lightly regulated.
What does it cost?
27 €
License
500.000 IDR (ca. 27 EUR) for foreigners, 1-15 days / 750.000 IDR for >15-30 days
50-100 USD
Guide per day
50-100 USD per day for fishing guides
150-250 USD
Daily budget
150-250 USD (incl. accommodation 20-50 USD/night, meals, activities)
Bite times
The best fishing times — free.
Best fishing times
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🎣 Live catches in indonesien
4 verified catches
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Plan your trip.
Everything in one place.
Fishing trips in Indonesia
Curated tours & charters with price and click data from our partner dashboards.
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135 €
KarangasemIndonesia
Bali Fishing Trip
6 seats39 ft
5.0 · 8 reviews
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55 €
Nusa LembonganIndonesia
Manu Dreampoint
2 seats30 ft
4.9 · 91 reviews
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64 €
Nusa LembonganIndonesia
Manu Dreampoint – Mack Tuna Trip
5 seats27 ft
4.9 · 29 reviews
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All the details
The fine print.
License in detail
e-Mancing Portal (emancing.kkp.go.id) — New quota regulation since 2025. Authorities mainly focus on commercial illegal fishing.
Rules in detail
Indonesia offers incredible diversity — 17,000 islands! Many waters are barely fished. Strictly respect nature reserves.
Freshwater
Lake Toba (Sumatra) - Largest volcanic lake in the world with rich fish population and Giant Snakehead
Saltwater
Flores Sea, Weh Island, Raja Ampat, Bali - Nusa Penida, coastal waters nationwide
Equipment
For reef fishing: 6-7 ft saltwater rod for 20-50 lb line, 4000-6000 reel, 40-65 lb braided line with fluorocarbon leader. Baits: squid and live shrimp. Most charters provide equipment.
Guides
Fishing guides for daily tours available. Sport fishing charters in Bali: half-day tour 150-300 USD. Multi-day liveaboard (7 nights, Raja Ampat): 3.000-5.000 USD.
Getting there
Main airports: Jakarta, Denpasar (Bali), Sorong (Raja Ampat). Passport must be valid for 6 months. Tourist visa: 500.000 IDR (cash).
Safety
Raja Ampat: National Park fee 75 USD per person. Check passport validity. Standard safety equipment on charter boats.
Customs & fish export
Caught fish can be cooked locally (<1 USD / 50.000 IDR). Observe import/export regulations for commercial quantities.
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All information without guarantee. Always check with the official local authorities. Not legal advice. Last updated: March 27, 2026
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