big tigerfish As James commenced his week on the Mnyera River, his heart was set on the challenge of catching a big tigerfish. Full of high expectations, he soon discovered that these formidable creatures were determined to test his skills at every turn. Throughout the days of fishing, the crafty fish deployed every conceivable tactic...
Costa Rica The past two weeks at Costa Rica ‘s Rio Colorado have definitely been one for the books. Although the fishing started off a little slow in the first couple of days, with only a few opportunities to convert, once it gained momentum, it never slowed down again. I’ve already given a breakdown of...
Cameroon Fishing Trips Cameroon Fishing Trips: “I could out-drive you any day of the week”, challenged Riley (handicap 6) to Chris ‘Stof’ Fleming (handicap 2). To my non-golfing mind this seemed perfectly reasonable, I mean six is bigger than 2 so he must be able to hit the ball further. Or maybe it’s all about...
Yellowfish in Lesotho The water levels are still low, with the flow barely creeping along, leaving fish stuck in the deeper pools. But when it comes to fishing for yellowfish in Lesotho, persistence pays off. Home Pool? That was the MVP of the week—hands down the best spot, producing most of the fish of the...
The Fly Fishing Show If you’ve ever dreamed of chasing tigerfish in Tanzania, battling Gabon’s giant tarpon, or sight fishing for Niger barb in Cameroon, now’s your chance to find out how to make it happen! African Waters is excited to be attending The Fly Fishing Show in both Bellevue, WA (Feb 15–16, 2025) and...
Rio Colorado As the first week wrapped up on a high, the second week picked up exactly where we left off at the Rio Colorado. This time, we were joined by returning guests who had experienced exceptional fishing on their last trip. Expectations were high, and from the very first two days, the fishing delivered—multiple...
Yellowfish Fly Fishing What a week in the Bokong catchment! The Yellowfish fly fishing was tough, no doubt—very little rain and low water levels. Most of the fish were holed up in the deep pools, and the rest were clearly on a break. Stealth was the name of the game, and you’d better believe we...
Guinean Barracuda Amidst the ups and downs of week 11 at Sette Cama, we have a reason to celebrate with our Catch of the Week! This honour goes to Riaan, who skillfully hooked into a stunning giant Guinean barracuda during a morning lagoon session. His achievement not only exemplifies the thrill of fishing but also...
Sette Cama Fishing Highlights As we reflect on another captivating week of Sette Cama fishing highlights, week 11 brought a mix of challenges and memorable moments. With 10 new clients joining our fishing camp, the week began with anticipation and excitement. However, despite nearly perfect conditions, the unexpected absence of baitfish posed a unique challenge...
Faro River in Cameroon Are you ready for an unforgettable fishing adventure? A prime week has just opened up at Gassa Camp, located on the stunning Faro River in Cameroon. Known for its world-class fishing, this destination offers the rare chance to target giant Nile perch, sight fish for tigerfish, and cast for the elusive...
