One can enjoy a fantastic and thrilling experience in our fishing tours in India. The beauty of meandering rivers, marshy depressions, plateaus and ravines make up an adventurous fishing tour in India.

India is a landscape dominated by numerous rivers, which makes it an ideal place for a fishing tour. The Central Himalayan region in the Garhwal and Kumaon hills considered ideal for fishing in India is probably one of the last refuges of truly wild Mahseer fish. The only other area in southern India, a perfect destination for fishing is River Cauvery.

The fish commonly seen in the rivers of Himalayan region are: Mahseer (Barbus tor putitora) and Goonch (popularly known as Catfish). Corbett Ramganga Resort situated right on the banks of crystal clear River Ramganga, near the famous Corbett National Park, is famous the world over as the habitat of Mahseer and Catfish. An ideal place and a great fishing venue which is a must visit in India.

Fishing in the jungles and angling at the various rivers and lake sides, is not a new sport in India, but at present it is surely turning out to be quite a way of relaxation for tourists who visit the wildlife sanctuaries in India. Rivers such as Cauvery, which meander through the forested regions of Karnataka offer both adventure and opportunity for nature lovers.

October to November is the best season to venture out for fishing in India. For the Himalayan region, April to June is the best season. Fishing can be enjoyed throughout the year in India, the only exception being the Himalayan region, where tough weather conditions, make it impossible to do so during winter months.

All the state governments do have their tourism and fisheries department offices in the capital cities where you can ask for fishing permits. For Fishing in the restricted areas, restricted area permits are required. These permits can be had from the Indian embassies/consulates/high commissions, Ministry of Home Affairs of the government of India, Foreign Residents Registration Offices (FRRO), and state government officials of the respective states.


Angling and fishing are two remarkable adventure activities among the many others that are offered in the India. They are specially suited to the Indian sub continent because of innumerable rivers that course through the expansive Gangetic Plains, and originate in the upper reaches of the magnificent Himalayas. The clear rushing waters of these various rivers and their tributaries provide excellent fishing and angling holidays spots that are captivating in their crisp and clean mountain beauty, as well as rich breeding ground of a number of different varieties of fish. The adventurous settings for angling and fishing range from the majestic Himalayan valleys, snow-fed streams and high altitude lakes to the wide coastal stretches of the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal.

For a long time, fishing and angling have been one of the favourite water sports for people across India. Both these adventure activities are best suited to the Indian peninsula, because of its numerous rivers that originate in the upper reaches of the Himalayas and flow through the Gangetic Plains. The rivers, lakes and streams of India are home to several variety of fish, which include Trout, Mahseer, Salmon, Bass and Shark. India is the only breeding ground for the Mahseer, the toughest fresh water fighting fish in the world. Other favourite fishing varieties are the Golden, the Silver, the Silver Grey and the Black Mahseer. Besides, the Indian coastal stretch of the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal are home to saltwater fishes like Sailfish, Tuna, Marlin, Tarpon and Bonefish. Angling is another popular kind of fishing related activity, which is used for fish conservation. The fishing activity is considered as an environment friendly sport. Angling is restricted to breeding seasons of fishes, as fishes can be protected while they are reproducing. In fact fishing and angling are the excellent water sports for all, right from the person who loves to eat fishes or who tries these just for pleasure and fun.