BALI TROLLING FISHING TOUR

Bali Trolling Fishing Tour offers a trolling experience as part of the Bali Fishing Tour, where one or more lines with bait are pulled through the waters. This technique can be done by pulling the line from the back of a moving boat by slowly winding it when fishing from a static location or sweeping the line from side to side as when fishing from a dock. This trolling method is particularly effective for use in catching pelagic fish such as mackerel and kingfish, as well as big game fish such as tuna and marlin when fishing from a moving boat in open water.

To be effective, trolling lures and baits need to have visual appeal to entice fish and draw their attention by way of movement in the water. Generally, trolling lures are designed to mimic the appearance and behavior of dying, injured, or fast-moving fish. Some types of baits that fall under this category are:

• Surface lures, also known as topwater baits, are designed to float on the surface and mimic prey that are above the water. They can produce various sounds such as a pop from the concave head, a bubbling sound from the side fins or spoon, or a buzzing sound from one or more propellers.
• Plugs (also known as crankbaits) have a body shape that resembles that of a fish and produce varied movements as they swim through the water. This movement is caused by the instability caused by the spoon under the head of the bait.
• Swimbaits are soft plastic baits that resemble small fish and are rolled up like plugs. Some swimbaits come with a swim tail to add to their appeal.
• Spoon lures are shaped like tablespoons and can reflect light while moving in a rocking or random motion due to their distinctive design.
• A spinnerbait consists of a piece of wire bent at about 60 degrees, with the hook at the lower end and a striking spinning mechanism at the upper end that creates a shimmering motion in the water.

Lures and bait will be attached with a knot, such as an improved tie-down knot, or using a small device called a “snap” that is connected to the fishing line and then to the reel. The reel is attached to the fishing rod. To move the bait, the fishing line is wound back onto the reel, the rod is swept, or jigging techniques are applied with the rod, or the bait is fished behind a moving boat. Unlike lures, artificial flies commonly called “flies” by fly anglers are created to float on the surface, sink slowly, or float below the surface of the water. As such, these flies serve to mimic the insects that fish feed on. However, there are some flies such as tandem streamer flies that are specifically designed for trolling behind a moving boat.

Bait and lures are usually fished at speeds of up to 9 knots, but sometimes speeds can reach 15 knots, especially when the boat moves to a different fishing area. The speed at which bait is pulled through the water affects fishing success, and the optimal trolling speed varies depending on fish species, weather conditions, time of year and other factors. For example, Chinook salmon can be fished at higher speeds than slower lake trout. To ensure speed accuracy, fishermen often use tools that can measure speed precisely. Trolling motors usually offer more accurate speed calibration than large outboard motors. In addition, trolling plates can be attached to larger motors to slow the boat to the desired speed, although results can vary. Trolling can also be effective at very low speeds. Kayaks with brackets on deck to hold the rod can be rowed for effective salmon fishing.