Fishing at Ngombe Lodge
At Ngombe, the Zambesi River is untouched by civilisation and crisscrossed only by mokoro (dug out canoe), hippo and crocodile. The occasional motor-boat with an adventurous fisherman looking for a big tigerfish is still a rare sight. The Kaale rapids upstream of the lodge make the immediate area close to the lodge a magical place for the fly-fisherman. This is where you go to catch a 20lbs+ tigerfish!
The Tigerfish is a super predator that is found in the 2200‐mile long Zambezi River in Southern Africa. Hydrocynus Vittatus or the striped waterdog has a vicious appearance with eighteen dagger‐like teeth, steel plated cheeks and bright orange and red fins. They feed mostly on other fish and have been known to cannibalize their own. They are closely related to piranhas and the freshwater Dorado of South America but, they are a different species altogether when it comes to fishing for them.
The upper Zambezi Yellowfish, Labeobarbus Codringtonii, is commonly found throughout the Zambezi and Okavango rivers in Southern Africa. They prefer fast flowing water over cobble and rocky bottoms where they predominantly feed on aquatic insects and crustaceans. Their exaggerated fins help them maneuver in the fast water and they are powerful swimmers.
The area has a wide variety of bream like species found in the Upper Zambezi River. The nembwe, is a particularly sought-after fish by anglers. These fish are incredibly strong for their size and their fierce strikes and lengthy battles make them a formidable opponent for any angler. Ngombe has bream, but the tigerfishing overshadows the bream fishing.
We use the most knowledgeable fishing guides available for the area. The guides know where to find the fish and appreciate the needs of anglers. All our guides have an exceptional boat, fly-fishing and conventional fishing skills and will make sure the anglers’ needs are met.
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Travel
Yellow Fever vaccinations are no longer
required. No PCR test required if you can
produce a vaccination certificate.
By Air
There are several direct commercial
flights to Kasane from several
destinations at excellent prices. We have
a transfer service for guests from Kasane
to the lodge, (approximately 2h30m from
Kasane and a 10 minute transfer by boat).
Self-catering guests can either hire a
vehicle at the airport and self drive to the
lodge, or make use of the transfer service
at their own cost.
By Road
Ngombe Zambezi River Lodge is situated
approximately 75km from Katima Mulilo
and can be reached on tarmac road
from South Africa. From Katima there
is a dirt road leading to the lodge that
winds through the flood plains and a
4X4 vehicle with high clearance is highly
recommended. Travel time on the dirt
road is ±2 hours. Directions available
on request.
3 Days/4 Nights Package
R18 000 per person sharing
Includes:
• Transfer from Kasane airport to lodge
• Accommodation
• Guided fishing
• 3 meals per day
• Boat hire & professional fishing guides
• 4 soft drinks & 2 local beers per day
• Laundry service
Excludes:
• Flights
• Alcoholic beverages
• Personal snacks
• Tackle
• Gratuities
• Personal expenses
4 Days/5 Nights Package
R22 000 per person sharing
Includes:
• Transfer from Kasane airport to lodge
• Accommodation
• Guided fishing
• 3 meals per day
• Boat hire & professional fishing guides
• 4 soft drinks & 2 local beers per day
• Laundry service
Excludes:
• Flights
• Alcoholic beverages
• Personal snacks
• Tackle
• Gratuities
• Personal expenses
6 Days/7 Nights Package
R28 000 per person sharing
Includes:
• Transfer from Kasane airport to lodge
• Accommodation
• Guided fishing
• 3 meals per day
• Boat hire & professional fishing guides
• 4 soft drinks & 2 local beers per day
• Laundry service
Excludes:
• Flights
• Alcoholic beverages
• Personal snacks
• Tackle
• Gratuities
• Personal expenses
A TYPICAL DAY
Anglers can enjoy coffee, rusks and a light
breakfast, before embarking on the first
fishing session of the day. We usually
depart at sunrise to maximise the early
feeding frenzy that is typical of tigerfish.
We return to the lodge for brunch just
before noon, and after a short rest set
off for the afternoon fishing session,
which normally continues until sunset.
Dinner is always served at the lodge, and
our guests can relax under the stars next
to our nightly bonfire or on the deck in
our comfortable lounge and bar area that
overlooks the river.
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