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Beginner - Friendly Sunrise Fishing Experience

Tondiarpet (27 mins from city center)

(4.7)

Fishing

Chennai Coast

Beginner Friendly

Handline Fishing

Sunrise

Morning

Instagrammable

Offbeat

Ideal for:

For Beginners

Individuals

Groups

Small groups (2-4)

Big groups (5+)

Start your morning by the sea with a beginner-friendly traditional handline fishing experience along Chennai’s fishing coast. No previous experience is required, all equipment provided, making this ideal for curious beginners, outdoor enthusiasts and anyone looking to experience a different side of Chennai’s coastal culture. Catches depend entirely on sea and weather conditions, so while a fish cannot be guaranteed, this is about learning the technique, enjoying the early-morning atmosphere and trying your hand at fishing alongside fellow participants.

This experience is hosted near one of the biggest and busiest fishing harbours in India.

Top Highlights

Try baiting the hook, reading the line and catching fish using simple techniques.

Enjoy a peaceful early-morning experience along Chennai’s fishing coast.

Learn the basics of traditional handline fishing in a beginner-friendly session.

Fishing line, bait and guided instruction are included.

No prior fishing experience is required to take part.

Experience sunrise at the beach with a new and offbeat outdoor experience.

Quick Details

Duration: 2 hrs - 2 hrs 15 mins

Travel time: 27 mins from city center

Average calculated from city centre

Free cancellations and reschedules

Upto 24 hours before experience start time

Unconditional refunds

Claim your money back if you don’t like this experience

Pickup & drop in premium cabs

Add on at the time of booking

Free cancellations and reschedules

Upto 24 hours before experience start time

Pickup & drop in premium cabs

Add on at the time of booking

Unconditional refunds

Claim your money back if you don’t like this experience

₹1,300 (plus taxes)

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Handline fishing is one of the oldest and simplest forms of fishing, using a baited line held directly by hand rather than a rod.

Experience flow

Welcome to Kasimedu Beach (6:00–6:15 AM)

Meet at Kasimedu Beach, get familiar with the location, and enjoy the peaceful early-morning seaside atmosphere.

15 minutes

Learn the Basics of Handline Fishing (6:15–6:35 AM)

Get introduced to the fishing line, explain how to bait the hook, and demonstrate the basic techniques of traditional handline fishing. Fishing line and bait will be provided.

20 minutes

Let's Go Fishing! (6:35–7:45 AM)

Get hands-on experience using your own handline, practise feeling for bites, and try your luck at catching fish. You will be guided along the way and receive practical fishing tips.

1 hour 10 minutes

Wrap-Up and Fishing Memories (7:45–8:00 AM)

Wrap up the session, share our experiences, take photos and videos and finish the morning with a memorable seaside experience. Please take all personal belongings and dispose of any waste responsibly.

15 minutes

Total Duration: 2 hrs - 2 hrs 15 mins

Chennai’s northern fishing coast has supported fishing communities for more than two centuries, with records tracing communities here back to the late 1700s.