Balayan Bay
Balayan Bay is a coastal fishing spot in Philippines. The fishing here is from the shore. Anglers here fish mainly for Mahi-Mahi (Dorado), Wahoo and Yellowfin Tuna.
Best day to fish
The bite over the next days, scored at dusk. Based on the weather forecast, so it is guidance, not guarantees.
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.
Feeding times today
Solunar times are a traditional guide based on the moon's position, separate from the live ranking above. Local time at the spot.
Next hours
Likely catch now (10 species)
About the fishing here
Popular catches here include Mahi-Mahi (Dorado), Wahoo, Yellowfin Tuna, Milkfish, Dogtooth Tuna and Giant Trevally.
Mahi-Mahi (Dorado) 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.
Guides for this water
Tips right now
Fishing permit
You need a fishing permit (fiskekort) to fish here. Buy it online:
About this water
Balayan Bay is a large bay of Luzon Island in the Philippines. It is part of the Verde Island Passage and its entire shore is in the province of Batangas. The bay is between 23 and 28 kilometres wide. It is separated from the South China Sea to the west by the Calatagan Peninsula, which has Cape Santiago as its southern point. The Calumpan Peninsula forms the bay's eastern side, that separates it from Batangas Bay.
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Common questions
What fish can you catch at Balayan Bay?
Popular catches here include Mahi-Mahi (Dorado), Wahoo, Yellowfin Tuna, Milkfish, Dogtooth Tuna, Giant Trevally, Sailfish and King Mackerel.
Do you need a fishing license at Balayan Bay?
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 Balayan Bay?
Mahi-Mahi (Dorado) fishing is usually best around Jan-Dec. The best windows are usually dawn, day and dusk.
What is biting at Balayan Bay right now?
Right now Mahi-Mahi (Dorado) is the most likely catch, at about 17%.