makhangoa community camp Archives

December 6, 2024

Yellowfish Fishing – The Bokong river in Full Glory

Yellowfish Fishing A crew of eager anglers packed their rods and headed deep into the Makhangoa mountains, chasing a shared passion for smallmouth yellowfish fishing, relaxation, and an ice-cold Maluti lager at day’s end. This wasn’t just any trip—it was a journey into the maluti mountains, where unforgettable moments were forged. Chasing Golden Yellowfish in...

April 30, 2024

Rainbow Trout Fishing – A change in the winds

Rainbow Trout Fishing Rainbow Trout Fishing: A change of season is underway at Makhangoa Community Camp. Nestled in the heart of Lesotho’s rugged terrain, this haven for adventure-seeking fly fishermen with its pristine waters has delivered once again. Over the past week, anglers faced challenging conditions on the river as water levels dropped, testing their...

April 18, 2024

Lesotho Fishing – Resilience on the Bokong River

Lesotho Fishing Lesotho Fishing: Another week at Makhangoa Community Camp on the picturesque Bokong River has passed, leaving behind a tapestry of memories woven from the interplay of challenging conditions and resilient spirits. Throughout this week, it appeared as though the weather gods had conspired against us, unleashing strong winds that transformed both river and...

April 9, 2024

Bokong River Fishing – Makhangoa Community Camp

Bokong River Fishing Bokong River Fishing: This past week at Makhangoa Community Camp in Lesotho presented a medley of challenges and delights. Diminished water levels posed difficulties in luring the yellow fish to dry flies, while the trout awaited cooler temperatures, leaving the river in a state of limbo and making fishing more demanding than...

December 21, 2023

MCC – Yellowfish Season 2023/24

MCC The 2023/2024 Lesotho yellowfish season is in full swing at the MCC (Makhangoa Community Camp), and our initial groups have experienced exceptional fishing sessions. Exciting start at the MCC The season commenced with a bang as our first guests encountered plentiful fish and optimal water levels. The yellowfish displayed remarkable enthusiasm for taking dry...

December 18, 2023

Lemmel – Stubø’s Africa Diary: Day 6 Bokong River

Lemmel We recently had the privilege of hosting the guys from Lemmel at the Makhangoa Community Camp in Lesotho. To read more about the experience in camp, please click here! About Lemmel Lemmelkaffe is a kokkaffe collective and brand based in the Arctic Circle. Our main goal is to spread the traditional Scandinavian art form...

August 31, 2023

Makhangoa – Camp Upgrades and Memorable Fishing in Lesotho

Makhangoa With winter approaching its end, things are ramping up for the start of the new season at the Makhangoa Community Camp. With this in mind, Chris King (a new addition to our guides team) and I headed up to Lesotho to do some maintenance, bring along building supplies, and offer our assistance with camp...

February 14, 2023

Fishing the Bokong River – Return of the legends

Fishing the Bokong River This week we saw the return of some familiar faces fishing the Bokong River. Dave Dyer and his crew from KZN filled our camp with many a cold beer, and as they would say “a crispy white wine”. This group consisted of Dave (Davo), John Bredin (I & J), his son...

January 30, 2023

Makhangoa Community Camp – Promising start to 2023

Makhangoa Community Camp After the Christmas break when the camp is reserved for staff friends and family, week 5 marked the return to normal operations, with guides and clients returning to Makhangoa Community Camp. After a fantastic start to the season prior to the Christmas break, things were looking extremely promising for the next few...

January 19, 2023

THE CRAFT – ” The Feather Mechanic – A fly tyers philosophy” a film about Gordon Van der Spuy

The Craft The Craft presents a film about Gordon Van Der Spy, “The feather mechanic”, a master fly tyer who gives us his thoughts and philosophy on the craft of fly fishing and his passion for fly tying. Shot on location at the African Waters, Makhangoa Community Camp in Lesotho a country in the highlands...

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