The Mini Amazon of Malaysia – Kampung Beng

Since the experience of fishing Peacock Bass (PB) in Puchong Prima Lake, we have had many recommendations of places within Malaysia to attempt catching this gamefish once more. None lured us as quickly as Kampung Beng in Lenggong, Perak; better known as The mini Amazon of Malaysia. Suggested by Jeff, who runs the Puchong Prima … Continue reading The Mini Amazon of Malaysia – Kampung Beng

Peacock Bass of Puchong Prima

The Peacock Bass, though believed to be a pest to naturalists is a prized gamefish for anglers all over the world. Those that have tried their hands catching them will have an adrenaline pumping story to tell courtesy of its ferocious attack on lures as well as aggressive fighting abilities. Contrary to its aggressive nature … Continue reading Peacock Bass of Puchong Prima

In search of the Nepalese Golden Mahseer (A look into Nepal, before the Earthquake- An unplanned tribute)

Returning to Kuala Lumpur from Nepal in August 2014, I took the time to plan out and indulge in the memories of our trip to write this entry. I scheduled Nepal for the most opportune time, almost year after our trip, just before the monsoon season; Today- so as to inspire my readers to make … Continue reading In search of the Nepalese Golden Mahseer (A look into Nepal, before the Earthquake- An unplanned tribute)

The Fishing battle of Barelang Bridge, Batam (and complete travel guide!)

Batam is the largest island in the Riau Province of Indonesia. Located about 20km's from Singapore's South Coast, Batam is notorious for it's commercial sex industry, the place where Singaporean and Malaysian men lead their secret lives with a mistress, also known as a "golfing trip". Contrary to popular stereotype, Golf is indeed one of … Continue reading The Fishing battle of Barelang Bridge, Batam (and complete travel guide!)

An Exclusive Preview: Uncovering an Angler’s Paradise, Batam Island

Enjoy the teaser of our action-packed trip to Batam, part of the Riau Islands Archipelago and keep a look-out for our exclusive write up on a brand new attraction for angler's in Barelang. An island so serene yet full of life (we have not got started with the Marine Life yet!), we are unsure why … Continue reading An Exclusive Preview: Uncovering an Angler’s Paradise, Batam Island

Kuala Lumpur to Krabi: The complete road trip travel guide & Andaman Fishing experience

As I have already mentioned in my previous entries, my husband and I are unintentionally last-minute people. We make plans, just last minute plans. Therefore on the very first four-day long weekend we had in Malaysia in 2015, we found ourselves at the Pudu Bus Station in Kuala Lumpur (K.L) during lunchtime on a Friday, … Continue reading Kuala Lumpur to Krabi: The complete road trip travel guide & Andaman Fishing experience