Silent Hunter 

4.8/5 (14 reviews)
 Boduthakurufaanu Magu, Malé, Maldives
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If you’re looking to explore the stunning waters around the Malé and Vaavu Atolls, or want to spice up your vacation in the beautiful Maldives, then come aboard Silent Hunter and get ready to sample some of the finest fish these waters have to offer!

Captain Abdul Mubeen is a Maldivian native who knows these waters intimately, and he loves introducing guests from all walks of life to some true island-style fishing. Most of his guests are friends or friends-of-friends who really love the local flavour that he adds to his trips. If you’re joining Capt. Abdul from further afield, you’ll leave your trip feeling like you’re part of the local family!

You’ll head out on your adventure in a 21’ Offshore center console, newly built in 2018. Powered by one 150 HP Yamaha engine with a maximum cruising speed of 38 knots, this craft will take you to the hotspots in no time. The boat is fitted with GPS and fishfinder to help you on your quest. Up to 4 anglers can come aboard, so expect a quiet, chilled-out fishing trip (island-style!) that’ll let you unwind but also feel the thrill of the chase.

You’ll be cruising the waters around the Malé and Vaavu Atolls, which are known for their abundance of world-class fish. Expect to come face-to-gills with Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, a huge variety of Tuna (including the hard-fighting Yellowfin!), Red Snapper, Barracuda, and plenty more. You’ll be trying a variety of techniques to reel in your catch, including trolling, handlining, and jigging. Want to earn some serious bragging rights? Ask your captain about the possibility of spearfishing!

Capt. Abdul also offers guests the chance to take part in some snorkeling. If you’d like to explore these beautiful waters close up, just let your captain know—he can provide the gear for you.

You’ll also be provided with top-notch rods and reels to help reel in your dream catch. All you need to bring is a camera and sunscreen—come aboard Silent Hunter and get ready to explore these azure waters!

Abdul Mubeen

Captain

Abdul Mubeen

9 years of experience
 responds within an hour

Most popular features:

 You Keep Catch
 Catch cleaning & filleting
 Drinks
 Child Friendly
 Snorkeling Equipment
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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Night Fishing Trip - Malé Atoll
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 4:30 PM
Price for up to 3 people
US $550 
Big Game Fishing
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Price for up to 3 people
US $600 
Sport Fishing
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Price for up to 3 people
US $600 
Fishing for Giants
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Price for up to 3 people
US $950 
Fishing Trip Near Gaafaru
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Price for up to 3 people
US $999 
Multi-Day Fishing Trip
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
3 Day Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Overnight stay, lodging
Price for 2 people
US $1,200 
Chasing Tuna
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Price for up to 3 people
US $1,200 
Discover The Amazing Vaavu Atoll
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Price for up to 3 people
US $1,300 
Hardcore Fishing
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
16 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
Price for up to 3 people
US $1,500 

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 14 reviews
Boat
4.7/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.7/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (39)

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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

78%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

93%

Caught fish

100%

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Andrew M.
Andrew M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

10/10

VERIFIED

Special 6 hour trip for Andrew Maudlin on October 5, 2024

Hassan and Mimrah were great. Locals that really know how to put you on some fish. Great company to troll and hangout with and 10/10 hospitality. Mubeen great to communicate with and quick to respond as well.

Hassan and Mimrah were great. Locals that really know how to put you on some fish. Great company to troll and hangout with and 10/10 hospitality. Mubeen great to communicate with and quick to respond as well.  

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 Andrew M. recommends Silent Hunter
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Jory R.
Jory R.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Bucket list trip

VERIFIED

Special 8 hour trip for Jory Romano on March 11, 2023

Being an avid angler from Florida and traveling 30hrs to the Maldives for our honeymoon I had high hopes and expectations. Mubeen was very professional and responsive from day one! Faced with a couple tough fishing days these guys went above and beyond to get us on the fish! My wife loved the boat the equipment was top knotch the crew is a great bunch of guys and overall great experience! I hope to have the opportunity to fish with these guys again!

Being an avid angler from Florida and traveling 30hrs to the Maldives for our honeymoon I had high hopes and expectations. Mubeen was very professional and responsive from day one! Faced with a couple tough fishing days these guys went above and beyond to get us on the fish! My wife loved the boat the equipment was top knotch the crew is a great bunch of guys and overall great experience! I hope to have the opportunity to fish with these guys again!  

 Jory R. recommends Silent Hunter
Abdul Mubeen
Abdul Mubeen (The Captain)
Replied on March 19, 2023
It was an absolute pleasure having you and your wife on board, and we're glad to hear that you both enjoyed your time. We also appreciate your kind words about our crew, who always do our best to ensure our customers have a great time on the water. We're grateful for the opportunity to have fished with you both and hope to see you again soon for another unforgettable fishing adventure! Thank you again for choosing Silent Hunter and for sharing your experience.
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Tim H.
Tim H.

Potomac, MD

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Total professionals!

VERIFIED

Fishing for Giants on November 14, 2022

Captain Abdul and the Silent Hunter crew are absolutely dedicated to giving you the experience you are looking for. Days before the trip they were communicating with me to figure out what kind of experience we were looking for. As an avid angler, I wanted to have the ultimate fishing experience that was active (not chasing tuna or marlin for hours). We deep water jigged for most the day and when the weather changed we adapted to casting into the reef for GTs. The crew were tirelessly working to help us get on the big fish we were after. I hooked into a Goliath grouper which tragically ended in a broken line after a long insane fight! We also went out a second day to fish some more and also swim with the sharks at Vaavu atol. These guys are locals and truly know the area and what they are doing. They are super friendly, funny, and just great to hang with too. We’d spend all day with these guys even without the fishing. :) And yes they speak English, so no communication issues at all. Don’t book a trip through your hotel. Book Silent hunter. It’s way cheaper and the experience will be unforgettable. (Just make sure your hotel allows for 3rd party boats to dock on the island and insist on it if they resist). Thank you Silent Hunter for making our trip even better!

Captain Abdul and the Silent Hunter crew are absolutely dedicated to giving you the experience you are looking for. Days before the trip they were communicating with me to figure out what kind of experience we were looking for. As an avid angler, I wanted to have the ultimate fishing experience that was active (not chasing tuna or marlin for hours). We deep water jigged for most the day and when the weather changed we adapted to casting into the reef for GTs. The crew were tirelessly working...  

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 Tim H. recommends Silent Hunter

Magnus F.
Magnus F.

Dickinson Center, NY

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Full day trip with a friendly crew and a lot of fish

VERIFIED

Special 10 hour trip for Magnus Flodmark on April 17, 2022

Me and my brother had an amazing experience on board a nice boat with a friendly, knowledgeable and happy crew. We tried many different techniques and caught a lot of fish guided by the crew. We caught big wahoos and GTs and two species of tuna. Captain and his crew took us to many different spots and also showed us the beauty of the maldivian marin life. We were lucky to see turtles, mantarays and dolphins. Captain and his crew are very proffesional and also very inviting and really make you feel like you are out fishing with your friends. Highly recommend! Thank you for an amazing experiense, until next time!

Me and my brother had an amazing experience on board a nice boat with a friendly, knowledgeable and happy crew. We tried many different techniques and caught a lot of fish guided by the crew. We caught big wahoos and GTs and two species of tuna. Captain and his crew took us to many different spots and also showed us the beauty of the maldivian marin life. We were lucky to see turtles, mantarays and dolphins. Captain and his crew are very proffesional and also very inviting and really make...  

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 Magnus F. recommends Silent Hunter
Abdul Mubeen
Abdul Mubeen (The Captain)
Replied on April 20, 2022
It was our pleasure to have you guys onboard with us. We're glad to know that you guys had a great time. Your satisfaction is our top priority. We'd love to have you guys with us again for bigger better adventure.
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Hendrik D.
Hendrik D.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Excellent Crew and service

VERIFIED

Fishing for Giants on February 20, 2024

The crew went out their way to go the extra mile for us.....we caught two GT'S on popping and jigging. Lost a very big GT, bent the hook straight!! Excellent guide, excellent skipper!!

The crew went out their way to go the extra mile for us.....we caught two GT'S on popping and jigging. Lost a very big GT, bent the hook straight!! Excellent guide, excellent skipper!!  

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 Hendrik D. recommends Silent Hunter
Abdul Mubeen
Abdul Mubeen (The Captain)
Replied on February 26, 2024
It was a pleasure having you guys onboard. Hope to see you again.

FAQs about Silent Hunter

What are the trip rates for Silent Hunter?

Silent Hunter offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $550 per group - Night Fishing Trip - Malé Atoll (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - Big Game Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - Sport Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $950 per group - Fishing for Giants (8 hours)
  • US $999 per group - Fishing Trip Near Gaafaru (8 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - Chasing Tuna (8 hours)
  • US $1,200 per day per group, additional US $350 per person after 2 guests - Multi-Day Fishing Trip (3 days)
  • US $1,300 per group - Discover The Amazing Vaavu Atoll (8 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - Hardcore Fishing (16 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Silent Hunter?

When you book a trip with Silent Hunter, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling Equipment Available upon request
  • Live Bait Well
  • Outriggers
  • Spearfishing Equipment Available upon request
  • Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with Silent Hunter?

Trips booked with Silent Hunter include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (Water, soft drinks)
  • First Mate
What types of fishing does Silent Hunter offer?

Silent Hunter offers the following types of fishing:

  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (Up to 20 miles)
  • Reef Fishing
What fishing techniques does Silent Hunter offer?

Silent Hunter offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Handline
  • Spearfishing (18+ only)
  • Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Silent Hunter?

Top targeted fish species with Silent Hunter include:

  • Bohar Snapper
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Black)
  • Lobster
  • Marlin (Black)
  • Rainbow Runner
  • Sailfish
  • Trevally (Bluefin)
  • Trevally (Giant)
  • Tuna (Skipjack)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Abdul Mubeen

Malé, Maldives

18 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since September 2018

Capt. Abdul has 7 years of experience when it comes to working on the water! He worked with other captains for many years before deciding to set up his own charter 3 years ago in beautiful Malé. His usual clients are locals, friends, or friends of friends. Because of this, he loves offering guests from further afield an authentic Malé fishing experience. Come aboard and fish like a local with a true local!

The fish you can target

Bohar Snapper
Bohar Snapper
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
Lobster
Lobster
Black Marlin
Black Marlin
Rainbow Runner
Rainbow Runner
Sailfish
Sailfish
Bluefin Trevally
Bluefin Trevally
Giant Trevally
Giant Trevally
Skipjack Tuna
Skipjack Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
21 ft
Year built
2018
Boat manufacturer
Offshore
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 175HP
Max cruising speed
37 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing

Offshore Fishing

Up to 20 miles

Reef Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle

Heavy Tackle

Bottom Fishing

Trolling

Spinning

Jigging

Popping

Handline

Spearfishing

18+ only

Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS

Fishfinder

Snorkeling Equipment

Available upon request

Live Bait Well

Outriggers

Spearfishing Equipment

Available upon request

Ice Box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Lures

Catch cleaning & filleting

Drinks

Water, soft drinks

First Mate

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child Friendly

No min. age

You Keep Catch

Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

 Cash

What’s biting in Malé right now

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Black)Marlin (Black)
SailfishSailfish
Trevally (Bluefin)Trevally (Bluefin)
Trevally (Giant)Trevally (Giant)
Tuna (Skipjack)Tuna (Skipjack)
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
WahooWahoo