Rhodes Guided Fly Fishing

Rhodes is situated in the remote part of the Southern Drakensberg, South Africa, and is considered to be the principal wild trout destination of the country. The Rhodes area has more than 9 different, pristine streams and rivers to fish and explore with access possible to more than 200km of river frontage. The area also boasts a number of still waters that are either stocked or have wild, breeding trout. Some of these still waters are situated above 2400m above sea level and can produce trophy fish of…

Dates:  TBC
Location: Rhodes, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Ask your guide:

  • For a guided day fishing to trout on dry fly and/or nymphs on pristine rivers and streams
  • To fish for both yellowfish and trout in the lower river reaches in summer
  • To take you to a still water for a chance to hook a trophy trout of 6 to 10 lbs
  • A checklist for the days fishing

Experience fly fishing in one of the most spectacular regions of Southern Africa!

…6 – 12lbs.

Clients can be professionally guided or attempt to go it alone on some of the finest small streams that the country has to offer. The fishing in Rhodes is fly fishing only. Wild trout, mostly rainbows and indigenous smallmouth yellowfish can be caught on dry flies and nymphs.

The best season for trout in the rivers is from September to May but contingent on river conditions. The best season for the migrating yellowfish is from October to March. Visitors to Rhodes can stay in a selection of delightfully comfortable, self-catering cottages (www.rhodescottages.com) in the village.

Lesotho for Trout & Yellows

Adventure Fly Fishing in the Mountain Kingdom of Lesotho. The Mountain Kingdom of Lesotho is on average the highest country in the world and home to the Basotho people.  Many of these people have little contact with the outside world and mainly live a peaceful, subsistence lifestyle.  The country is landlocked by the borders of South Africa and has long been famous for its pristine streams, wild trout and smallmouth yellowfish. Guided trips to Lesotho is for fly anglers only…

Dates:  2 – 5 November 2023
Location: Lesotho, Southern Africa

…The rivers are often clear enough to sight fish with both dry fly and nymph.  On our trips we stay in well serviced Basotho style huts and fresh tasty meals are prepared daily by the guides.

These are adventure trips to remote mountainous destinations with spectacular scenery and breath-taking solitude.  Anglers need to be fairly fit to enjoy hiking or pony trekking in pursuit of fish.  To ensure that clients get the most of the experience we prefer 2-4 anglers per guide but we can accommodate bigger groups of 6 or 8 people utilizing 2 or more guides. The trips are 3 to 4 day trips and we often use Basotho ponies to transport us to remote streams.

For more info and costs please contact us.

Vanderkloof for Yellows

The Vanderkloof Dam is a pristine water mass with a shoreline in excess of 200 km. The dam is built in the mighty Orange River and is situated on the border of the Northern Cape (Karoo) and the Free State. The dam offers fishing for smallmouth yellowfish as well as the magnificent largemouth yellowfish. We target these golden beauties on dries, nymphs and streamers. Our preferred time to fish this destination is October to November and January to April. The dam’s water quality…

Dates: TBC
Location: Vanderkloof Dam, South Africa

…can be exceptional and it is possible to experience world-class site fishing using dry flies!  Anglers often hook 20 to 40 smallmouth yellowfish on dry fly per day.  The elusive largemouth yellowfish can grow up to 30lbs in this area and will test the skill of even the most experienced fly fishermen.

To add to the excitement, anglers are rotated every alternate day between fishing in the dam and fishing in the Orange River.  In combination with the water quality, and the opportunity to target both large and smallmouth yellowfish, this makes Vanderkloof the ultimate all-round yellowfish experience.

Accommodation is first-class and the food is good!  Start planning your next experience today and contact us for more info and costs.

Tanzania

Selous Reserve fishing for the monster ‘blue’ tiger fish in the African wild.  These are exclusive high-end trips that offer clients a unique opportunity to fish (fly or other) for the most exciting fresh water species in Africa.  This destination lies within the famous Selous Game Reserve in Tanzania and trophy tiger fish in this region average from 8-22 lbs (species up to 35 lbs have been caught from the shore and on boats).

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Dates: TBC
Location: Tanzania, Eastern Africa

The concession includes a large section of the Kilombero River on which we concentrate most of the fishing.  The best fishing months are August, September and October.  Clients will be flown in from Dar es Salaam by private plane and accommodated in a comfortable bush camp.

To be part of this unique experience contact us for more details.

Zambezi

Tiger fishing on the great African Zambezi River. Tiger fishing in Africa is one of the most thrilling fresh water experiences that any fly fisherman can wish for and the Zambezi River is one of the best systems to fish for tiger fish.  The banks of this mighty river teems with wildlife, from the big five to small game, while the river is home to hippo and crocodile. This is real Africa, with a vibrant African backdrop and a rich culture. Fly and spin fishermen are welcome on these trips.  Prepare for an astonishing fishing experience…

Dates:  On request
Location: Lower Zambezi, Zambia, Southern Africa

…with Vundu, Bream, Pink Happies, Nembwe and more on the target list and expect some monster hits from 6 to 20 lbs Tigers.  The best time for a trip to the Zambezi is from July to October.

We stay in a comfortable river lodge that offers a bar, swimming pool and fantastic meals.  Anglers share large Ally boats, propelled by reliable 150HP outboards, ideal vessels to both fly fish and spin fish from.

We meet our clients at O.R. Tambo Airport in South Africa and accompany them on the short flight to Zambia.  From Zambia we travel with our clients in minivans (or chartered flight) to an area near the camp from where we are ferried by boat to our destination.

This is a malaria area and anglers are advised to take precautions.

Start planning your next experience today and contact us for more information!

Lower Orange River

This is semi-desert country and only the toughest fauna and flora survive in and around the rugged mountains and sandy plains. The Orange River that snakes and braids through the boulders and rocks of this harsh landscape brings immediate relief to whatever can reach it, or grows along its banks. The contrast between desert and ravine areas is astonishing. This area has spectacular sunsets and sunrises and the harsh beauty is unforgettable.

Dates: 25 to 29 September 2023 (space for 3 – 5 anglers) and 3 – 7 October 2023 (space for 3 – 5 Anglers.
Location: Lower Orange River, Northern Cape

From August to October each year the Orange River in this area slows and clears so clean that fish can often be sight fished to. This is also the coolest time of year and anglers are able to utilize a full days fishing without having to hide from the midday sun.

Juvenile smallmouth yellowfish are often so numerous that we avoid the areas where they are feeding and target pools or runs where mature, strong fighting fish of 4 to 9 lbs can be seen. These large smallmouth are usually in great condition and will feed on nymphs, streamers and occasionally also rise to dries.

Largemouth yellowfish can be targeted and often caught when swinging streamers and baitfish patterns down and across deep pools. These fish are lean powerful river fish that can grow to double figures but the average fish caught is often 3 – 8lbs.

The fishing is exhilarating and unpredictable, around every bend and in every other pool a different challenge or trophy awaits, and there are kilometers of it.

Most of the fishing is done wet wading from the banks, rapids and runs, and we drive to areas close to the camp to sample the diverseness.

This is a camping trip in a malaria free area. A guide that knows the area well will accompany clients on the river and do all the camp and food prepping.