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South Africa
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Wrapped in unfounded beauty the African continent is regarded by
some, as the Eden of all. It is here that the light tackle enthusiast
can experience a trip of a lifetime!
Exclusive rivers and unique dams have been selected to provide just
that, anglers can have the chance to experience first hand the natural
and diverse environmental wonders whilst partaking in their favorite
past time, fishing.

Fish lakes surrounded by majestic bushveld and mountains while
being under the ever-watchful eye of the mighty hippo and crocodile.
Delicately cast a fly to sighted fish in crystal clear steams in
the high country or disappear into canyons in search of those ever-elusive
trophy fish.
These waters play host to a myriad of some of the finest fresh water
angling species known each with a unique appearance and fighting
quality that is unmatched.
Tiger Fish
The top predator is the voracious Tiger Fish this striking torpedo
shaped fish is capable of biting through steel trace and smashing
lures. With unbelievable speed and the acrobatics to match that
of its salt-water cousin the tarpon, this fish is a true challenge
to bring to boat and one that even has the experts in awe.
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Catfish
Not to be underestimated is the robust Catfish. These huge
fish can be seen hunting shoals of large baitfish, and are eager
to engulf a large fly or lure that is big enough to warrant their
attention unbelievably strong and capable of pulling boat and angler
around these are the true tackle breakers of the fresh water world!
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Bream
Gear up for some of the biggest Bream imaginable. In excess of
10lbs these fish will aggressively savage any large spinner, lure
or fly the battle ensued is one of never say die with may of these
fish been lost near the boat.
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Yellow
Fish
Moving towards the cooler streams a keen eye will pick up the tell
tale signs of the elusive Yellow Fish, one is able to cast a fly
or lure to sighted fish commonly known as the poor mans bone fish.
The biggest of this specie the Largemouth (Barbus Kimberlensis)
can attain a size of over 50lbs these fish will hunt down any large
lure or fly and have the ability of jumping like bass!
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Follow the smaller tributaries up into the high country 6000ft
and beyond, scale down to a delicate number two outfit and fish
for wild Rainbow Trout in the finest of gin clear streams
these highland runs hold surprisingly large fish the record standing
at 14lbs!
To top this all Largemouth Bass, Silver Cat Fish,
Paper Mouth and Common Carp are but a few of the many
available species waiting to test the anglers skills.
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PEAK TIMES FOR SOUTH AFRICA'S MAIN SPECIES
CLIMATE AND WEATHER
Winter Temp: 36-70F(April to September)
Summer Temp: 75-100F(October to May)
Highest Rainfall: Jan/Feb
Compared to the rest of the world South Africa is blessed with a very
moderate climate. The heat during Summer is very dry and intense with
the occasional thunderstorm occurring in the late afternoons, winters
evenings are cold warming up to pleasant daylight temp.
The month of August is the most influenced by strong wind.
TACKLE REQUIRMENTS
Fly Outfit: 6 - 8 wt floating/Sink Tip/Quick Sink
Spinning Outfit: 6' 6" (light/medium)
Bait casting Outfit: 7' 0" (medium/heavy)
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