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Stilt fishing know as ritipanne fishing is the one of most interesting methods use in our beautiful republic island. Records indicate that it came into being just after World War II. But it was a common method used in ancient times for coastal fishing.The beautiful sight of fishermen perched branched poles as they fish skillfully during dawn, noon and dusk; can now be commonly along the southern coast in towns such as Koggala, Kaththaluwa and Ahangama. Occasional stilt fishermen can also be seen amongst the waters of Madu River, benthota etc.
Though stilt fishermen make the activity seem easy and comfortable; stilt fishing requires much skill and balance. A vertical pole with an attached crossbar is embedded into the sea floor among the shallows, or on a riverbed. The crossbar allows the fishermen to be seated a couple of meters above the water causing minimal shadows on the water and hence little to no disturbance amongst the sea life. The stilt fishermen then use a rod from this precarious position to bring in a good catch of spotted herrings and small mackerels from the comparative shallows of the sea or from the river.
Well if you wish to do stilt fishing should cone to Mirissa beach, Hikkaduwa Beach or Unawatuna Beach or koggala. There are opportunities to try the activity if interested; not to mention the beautiful picturesque views provided by the fishermen silhouetted against the insane tropical paradise sunset and crystal clear water and don't forget the world friendliest islanders, beach activities and spicy sri lankan traditional dishes.
Happy fishing.
Stilt fishing know as ritipanne fishing is the one of most interesting methods use in our beautiful republic island. Records indicate that it came into being just after World War II. But it was a common method used in ancient times for coastal fishing.The beautiful sight of fishermen perched branched poles as they fish skillfully during dawn, noon and dusk; can now be commonly along the southern coast in towns such as Koggala, Kaththaluwa and Ahangama. Occasional stilt fishermen can also be seen amongst the waters of Madu River, benthota etc.
Though stilt fishermen make the activity seem easy and comfortable; stilt fishing requires much skill and balance. A vertical pole with an attached crossbar is embedded into the sea floor among the shallows, or on a riverbed. The crossbar allows the fishermen to be seated a couple of meters above the water causing minimal shadows on the water and hence little to no disturbance amongst the sea life. The stilt fishermen then use a rod from this precarious position to bring in a good catch of spotted herrings and small mackerels from the comparative shallows of the sea or from the river.
Well if you wish to do stilt fishing should cone to Mirissa beach, Hikkaduwa Beach or Unawatuna Beach or koggala. There are opportunities to try the activity if interested; not to mention the beautiful picturesque views provided by the fishermen silhouetted against the insane tropical paradise sunset and crystal clear water and don't forget the world friendliest islanders, beach activities and spicy sri lankan traditional dishes.
Happy fishing.
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