Astove Atoll
Astove Atoll on the coast in Aldabra Group, Outer Islands. Coastal and sea fishing with species ranked by weather, water temperature and season, see below.
Conditions right now
Water temperature is an estimate based on weather and season.
Best times today
Local time at the spot, from the most likely species' daily rhythm.
Next hours
Likely catch now (9 species)
About the fishing here
Astove Atoll is a coastal fishing spot in Aldabra Group, Outer Islands. The fishing here is from the shore.
Popular catches here include Bonefish, Wahoo, Yellowfin Tuna, Milkfish, Sailfish and Giant Trevally.
Bonefish fishing is usually best around Jan-Dec. The best windows are usually dawn, day and dusk.
A national or regional fishing permit is generally required here. Check the local rules. Napp ranks the species above from the live weather, water temperature, season and time of day, so the order changes through the day.
Tips right now
Fishing permit
You need a fishing permit (fiskekort) to fish here. Buy it online:
About this water
Astove Atoll is a large atoll, part of the Aldabra Group, lying in the Outer Islands of Seychelles, 1,041 km (647 mi) southwest of the capital, Victoria, on Mahé Island. Alphonse Fishing Company and Blue Safari Seychelles operate from the atoll, offering packages to sustainably fly-fish and dive the Astove Wall.
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Common questions
What fish can you catch at Astove Atoll?
Popular catches here include Bonefish, Wahoo, Yellowfin Tuna, Milkfish, Sailfish, Giant Trevally, Dogtooth Tuna and Bluefin Trevally.
Do you need a fishing license at Astove Atoll?
Usually yes. Most countries require a national or regional fishing permit. Check the local rules via the link on this page.
When is the best time to fish Astove Atoll?
Bonefish fishing is usually best around Jan-Dec. The best windows are usually dawn, day and dusk.
What is biting at Astove Atoll right now?
Right now Bonefish is the most likely catch, at about 14%.