Fishing in Namibia and Botswana

The biggest challenge is the angling of a variety of shark species from the shore and the catching of the popular copper shark, which can weigh up to 200 kg, will be an unforgettable experience for any sport angler. Other common fish species are Kob, West Coast Steenbras, Blacktail, Galjoen and Catfish.

Both shore and boat angling tours are offered throughout the whole year, however during our local summer months from November until end of April, has the highest success rate for catching shark.

Tiger fishing is extremely exciting and the fish put up a heck of a fight usually making fast hard runs and jumping high out of the water. It is some of the most thrilling fishing there is.
Days begin early in the morning with coffee and a quick breakfast. Then you are out on the river right after sun rise. You will be amazed at the number of different species of birds you will see as well as the other wildlife in the area including elephants, hippos and crocodiles. The fishing guides have a vast knowledge of the wildlife species in the region and can identify the many species of birds for you. They can describe their habits and many interesting facts about them. You will definitely want your camera in the boat with you.

Dates: Best months for Tiger fishing: Year RoundBest months for Bream: Late May - December

“Angling Experience Namibia” - option 1
Day 1: Arrival at Walvis Bay Airport, transfer to your accommodation in Swakopmund. Short city tour and the evening at leisure. Accommodation with breakfast - ***Hotel

Day 2: Full day angling by boat, starting from the Mole or Mile 17. Return to Hotel at about 16:00. Evening at a restaurant in town. Accommodation with breakfast -*** Hotel

Day 3: Departure at about 07:30 to Cape Cross, angling along the coast as far as Mile 108 with emphasis on Shark angling. Return to Mile 72 in the afternoon and stay overnight at the very nice Cape Cross Lodge*** -Accommodation with full board

Day 4: After breakfast enjoy another angling day in the area between Cape Cross and Mile 108, Return to lodge in the late afternoon. Cape Cross Lodge*** - Accommodation with full board

Day 5: Drive back to Swakopmund, short visit to Henties Bay lunch at the hotel and stop to view the lichen fields at Wlotzkas Baken. Arrival in Swakopmund in the afternoon, rest of day at leisure. Accommodation with breakfast- ***hotel

Day 6: Full day surf angling along the beach between Swakopmund and Mile 32 with emphasis on Shark. Returning to Swakopmund late afternoon and evening at leisure. Accommodation with breakfast - ***hotel

Day 7: Morning at leisure and in the afternoon transfer to Walvis Bay airport, flight back to Windhoek for your connection flight in the evening from Windhoek International Airport.

Price per Person : N$ 11 000.00 4 anglers

N$ 13 950.00 2 anglers

Single supplement: N$ 1100.00

Inclusive: All transfers, park entrance fees, 6 nights accommodation with breakfast, lunch packs and 2 dinners, fish barbecue, fishing gear + bait, guidance of qualified skipper and angler, 15 % VAT
Exclusive: international and domestic flights, all beverages in restaurants/hotels, all items of a personal nature.

“Atlantic Angling Safari” - option 2
Day 1: Arrival at Walvis Bay or Swakopmund Airport, transfer to your accommodation in Swakopmund. Short city tour and the evening at own leisure. Accommodation in a Pension with breakfast included.

Day 2: First angling day - get familiar with the local angling conditions and try your luck at the best angling spots between Swakopmund and Mile 30. Return to Swakopmund at approx. 17:00. Accommodation with breakfast and light lunch included - Pension

Day 3: Depart at about 7h30 to Cape Cross, angling along the coast as far as Mile 108 with emphasis on Shark angling. Return to Swakopmund later in the afternoon and the evening at leisure. Accommodation with breakfast and light lunch included - Pension

Day 4: Enjoy another full angling day at the best angling spots between Walvis Bay and Sandwich Harbour. Accommodation with breakfast and light lunch included- Pension

Day 5: Last angling day, which can be shore angling again or off-shore by boat. Accommodation with breakfast and light lunch – Pension

Day 6: After breakfast you have some time for shopping, before you will be transferred to the airport for flight to Windhoek.

Prices per angler: N$ 7 200.00 4 anglers

N$ 9 200.00 2 anglers

Single supplement: N$ 500.00

Inclusive: All transfers, 5 nights accommodation, breakfast, lunch packs, refreshments during the angling excursions, angling equipment, bait, park entrance fees and guidance by experienced anglers, 15 % VAT
Excluded: International and domestic flights, Items of a personal nature, all dinners in Swakopmund, all drinks in restaurants.
 

Zambezi River Tiger Fishing (Caprivi Strip, Namibia North-East)

Fish species available:
Tiger Fish, 3 species of Bream and Catfish.
Fly fishing is also available.

Rates: $300 per day per angler - $130 per day per non-angler

Includes: Cabin accommodations, meals, boat rental and fishing guide
Not Included: Airfare, alcoholic beverages, and lures (approx $10 each), tips and gratuities, transportation to/from the airport (approx. $600 round trip)

Equipment: You can bring your own medium weight rod/reel combination spinning reels or bait casting reels, which are fine. Very strong 20lb test or heavier line is recommended. Medium to large size plugs (similar to what you might use for pike) are the preferred lures. Good quality rods/reels are available for rental at the lodge. Lures are available for purchase at a reasonable rate as well. Any lures you use at the lodge must be purchased by you.