大潭中水塘 Tai Tam Intermediate Reservoir

Anglers know 大潭中水塘 Tai Tam Intermediate Reservoir as one of the lesser-trafficked reservoirs of 香港 Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR). The standard playbook on a reservoir this size is to start shallow at first light, work outward toward deeper water as the sun climbs, and circle back to the shallows before dusk. Surface activity at 大潭中水塘 Tai Tam Intermediate Reservoir is a useful tell — boils, swirls, and rising baitfish point straight at the predator zone.

Location

22.2460, 114.2096 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Mozambique tilapiaKoi carp

Fishing Techniques

• For Mozambique tilapia

  Tilapia are often skittish, so use light line and small hooks, and try chumming the water with bread crumbs or corn to attract them to your fishing spot.

• For Koi carp

  Use a hair rig for boilies or other firm baits to keep the hook exposed and improve hook-up ratios, especially for larger koi.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at 大潭中水塘 Tai Tam Intermediate Reservoir.

Plan Your Trip

Before fishing 大潭中水塘 Tai Tam Intermediate Reservoir, make sure your licence covers 香港 Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR) and that any species-specific seasons are open. Local regulations change year to year, so check the current rules rather than going from memory.

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