Keelung: Sea Firefly Yacht Tour & Squid Fishing & Squid Vermicelli Buffet

This trip was easily the highlight of my Keelung trip! We first set off into the seas with a seafood dinner before we got the chance to enjoy the boat ride and see the sunset. After that, they gave us time to do some actual fishing (which they taught us how to). It was such a cool experience, and we could see the fish swimming around under the water too. For the last part of our trip, we followed a boat that was doing a very unique fishing method called Fire Fishing. It was amazing seeing the fish jump out from the sea at the sight of the fire. Overall, it was an amazing trip, but I hope they can make the fishing part a bit longer (maybe they could shorten the travel time a bit or the fire fishing watching). I also really appreciate them being so friendly and accommodating, even though I can only speak English.

The seafood is fresh and the portions are generous. The staff was also very patient and helpful during the sea fishing activity.

After boarding the boat, it's best not to eat too much, as the trip lasts about four hours. If you're prone to seasickness, remember to take motion sickness medication 30 minutes to an hour before departure, and then take more during the trip to prevent getting seasick midway. Honestly, throwing up can actually bring relief. The captain and crew were wonderful, and the kids had a great time throughout the entire journey.

Departing from Keelung and sailing out to the open sea off Wanli, you will pass Keelung Islet and the Twin Candelabra Islets. First, you will head to a designated spot for a 30-minute boat fishing experience, followed by exploring the traditional "Bong-a-hi" (carbide light) fishing method. The sightseeing fishing boat coordinates with local Bong-a-hi flatboat operators to provide a demonstration of the fishing technique. The appearance of large schools of sardines depends on the season and a bit of luck. The guided tour is thorough, the boat ride is smooth, and the staff is very nice.

The kids loved the summer night fishing boat experience – fantastic!

Seeing the fish depends on the day, but the deliciousness of the rice noodles is something we can control.