Kilombero Tiger Fishing
Tanzania
Founded in 1994
In the past, trophy tiger fish have been classified as fish above 10 lbs. This benchmark has been shattered with the average fish in this system coming home at just under 8lbs. Here fishermen have a real opportunity of landing tiger fish of over 20lb, with shots at multiple trophy fish on a daily basis. In fresh water this is almost unheard of. Now combine this fact with the speed, strength, aerial antics and aggressive nature of the tiger fish, and dump it all in two rivers flowing through one of the worlds last true wilderness areas, home to big game, and then you may begin to get an idea of just how unique the twin fisheries of the Mnyera and Ruhudji Rivers really are.
The majority of the fishing is done off the drift. Here our attentions are focused on the river structure, which comprises fallen timber, long sand banks, steep drop-offs and rocky outcrops. When conditions dictate, we also make use of sand anchors and tying up to structure mid stream to focus our attention on a specific stretch of water. All fishing is done off 18ft aluminium boats.
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This river has received very little fishing pressure over the centuries, and with the controlled fly-fishing venture will continue to do so.
The system is also extremely rich in baitfish (predominantly red finned barbs). The combination of these factors has resulted in this population of tiger fish obtaining otherwise unheard-of sizes. Trophy fish in this system are measured above 15lbs. So be prepared to have you tiger fishing paradigms shifted!
Kilombero Tiger Fishing Tanzania
On the river...
All fishing is strictly “catch and release” with single de-barbed hooks. No beat is fished twice in a week; areas where fish are spawning are strictly no-go areas, and there is no re-drifting of beats allowed. This ensures you arrive at a fishery that is well rested and productive. Your understanding of these rules is appreciated, as I am sure you will appreciate this from the groups that precede your stay.
Our Guides
All of our guides are experts in the field, and will put you onto the fish when conditions dictate. The guiding team are pioneers in targeting tiger fish on fly, and are widely regarded as industry leaders. Over the years guiding and managing this fishery they have developed an in-depth understanding of the fishery, the tiger fish, their habits, as well as tackle and tactics to successfully target these amazing fish. Our team of international guides makes sure all guests visiting Kwazi Camp experience world class guiding by true experts. Their commitment to sustainable and responsible fishery management is respected globally and ensures that all our guest's experience the best that the fisheries of the Mnyera and Rhudji Rivers have to offer.