Fly Fishing in Zambia
By his very nature, the fly fisherman is an adventurer. And where better to experience adventure than in the magical continent of Africa, with its opportunities for game viewing and cultural experiences, natural wonders such as Victoria Falls (Niagara: eat your heart out!) – and some of the most exciting fly fishing in the world.
Various species of fish may be sought in the exciting waters of the mighty Zambezi
River, but paramount among these is the world-renowned Tiger
Fish. These can grow to 33 lb (15 Kg) in weight, and are related to
the infamous piranha. You might also like to seek out the 100 lb Vundu –
the largest fish found in the Zambezi.
Tiger fishing remains the key experience, however, and once you’ve successfully fished
for this supreme aggressor you may well not be satisfied with any other prey.
Take a look at this particular beauty, photographed by fisherman/photographer
extraordinaire, Henry Gilbey,
whose description of a recent fly fishing excursion on the Lower Zambezi ranks
among one of the best fly fishing accounts ever.
Expect to land catches of at least 10 lbs in weight, but
also be prepared to lose a prodigious number of flies, as this ferocious
killer will pile into these in a manner that will leave you dazed. However
rest assured that any tiger fish exceeding even only 3 pounds in weight
will guarantee your undivided attention.
Working in close association with one of America’s premier fly fishing
experts, the renowned Jack Gartside,
AfricaAway has put together the ultimate travel adventure experience
for both you and your partner. Starting with a visit to the awe-inspiring
Victoria Falls, you will get the opportunity to sample the fishing nearby
on the upper Zambezi river, staying at a luxury African game lodge. You
will then transfer to the principal fly fishing destination of the Lower
Zambezi, again staying in wonderful game lodges, from which game drives
may also be experienced by those members of your party who may not be fishermen.
Finally the tour can be concluded and complemented by a few days spent in Zambia’s South Luangwa National Park. No fly fishing here – merely the opportunity to take a safari in one of Africa’s last genuine wilderness areas. During game drives you will see the whole range of big game for which Africa is justly famous, and the more intrepid can undertake a walking safari, deep in the bush, staying at remote bush camps of breathtaking simplicity and beauty. This is probably the most rounded – fly fishing, African safari, Victoria Falls – such tour on offer anywhere in the world.
