Advanta Billfish Competition Kenya

Angling Direct Holidays are pleased to announce in association with Advanta fishing tackle for the travelling angler our very first Billfish Competition to be held at the world famous Hemingway’s resort. It is our plan to make this a successful event within its own right, along with an ideal place for our customers who travel from all over the world to get together on an annual event for a light hearted competition.

The competition will be based on a max of 24 anglers; Anglers will fish in teams of 3 making a total of 8 teams. Do not worry if you are a single angler as we will make teams up at the venue the day before the competition. For anglers who book as a 3 man team you will remain together. The fishing is over 8 days and each team will fish alternative days, therefore each team will have 4 full days of 10 hours fishing. Boats are available for your non competition days at additional cost. These days make a great way to make new friends by forging new friendships with like minded people while fishing.

There are tackle team prizes up for grabs:

1st Place £750 worth of tackle vouchers
2nd Place £350 worth of tackle vouchers
3rd Place £250 worth of tackle vouchers

Angling Direct Holidays is also offering to the individual angler that catches the heaviest fish during the competition a free return trip the following year to try and retail their title of the Advanta supreme champion.

In addition each angler who enters the competition will receive a complimentary goodie bag worth over £100.

And what a place to hold our annual competition for you will stay at the world renowned Hemingway’s, one of the small luxury hotels of the world,  while you realise all your angling dreams. Like the tranquil fish rich waters of the Indian Ocean, our dedication to complete excellence in partnership with Hemingway’s washes over you in a un breaking wave of care and sophistication.

Kenya and Hemingway’s is a great place also for a family holiday. The climate is fabulous, the people friendly and accommodating and the country itself is diverse and beautiful. Therefore all non anglers are also welcome to join us on this annual trip.

Hemingway's Resort. Watamu

H/B

Hemingway's is on Turtle Bay, a five mile stretch of pristine sandy beach with just 4 hotels, in contrast to the major tourist regions of Mombasa and Diani Beach where dozens of hotels line the coast. Turtle Bay was recently voted one of the top 6 beaches in the world. Hemingway's is Watamu's only 5 star hotel, and boasts Africa's biggest and best game-fishing centre, Some of us just want to fish every day all day of our holiday but partners may not want to fish at all!. So Hemingway's gives you the ideal solution for angler and non anglers alike as Hemingway's has more than enough non-fishing activities to keep everyone happy. At its simplest level, try a relaxed day in the hotel, having a late breakfast on the terrace, the occasional dip in the pool, and a lunchtime seafood grill. As the sun starts to drop, its afternoon tea and cakes whilst you watch the fishing boats come in, and hear the tales of the big-ones that got away. For the angler and non angler the fishy banter continues into the bar and into the evening, lubricated by the tasty locally brewed Tusker beer. Pre-prandial drinks on the terrace, and a 5-course dinner under the stars (weather/season Permitting) completes a perfect lazy day. For the more active the coral reef begins within 5 yards of the shoreline directly in front of the hotel, with free glass-bottomed boat trips to the ‘coral-gardens’ 'for goggling (marine park fee payable). For the more adventurous, scuba diving is excellent, with several dive schools locally. Turtle bay boasts a mile stretch of golden sands, leading to a large tidal creek at Mida. This consists of mangrove and tidal lagoons, the home of birds such as Ospreys, African Fish Eagles, Ibis, and Flamingos.

All Hemingways rooms and suites are extremely comfortable, have ocean views, are within yards of the beach and benefit from 24 hour room service. All have bathrooms with showers en-suite. There is air-conditioning and fans throughout and rooms also have mosquito nets, personal safes and room fridges. There are four main room types on offer: Standard Rooms, In the original wing of the hotel, these friendly rooms are as close to the beach as it is possible to be without being built on the sand, they are shaded by palm trees and offer a choice of twin or double beds. Superior Rooms, again, there are double and twin beds to choose from in the more spacious rooms of the new Hemingways wing. Deluxe Rooms, These very spacious rooms are on the ground floor of the new wing, offering the easiest of access to the hotel gardens and beach, they have a bath as well as a shower, three single beds and a terrace with table and chairs. Junior Suites are available on all three floors. They have super king-sized beds, large baths, as well as showers and a lounge area.

We offer a wide range of international styles, ranging from sophisticated recipes with delicate sauces, to simple cooking of the finest ingredients. We have our own farms at Lake Naivasha, with fresh vegetables and flowers flown in on a daily basis, while our own fishing boats land fish every afternoon. Over the centuries the influences of the trading routes have brought a medley of cooking styles to Africa. Couple these with the best seafood, mangrove crabs, lobster, and fish of all types, and our chefs really have the opportunity to excel. Our 'table d’hotel' menus are a mixture of international and local favourite, with daily vegetarian options. We are always happy to offer second portions and to cater for the large appetite or for specific dietary needs. There is a buffet on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday lunch including Mongolian, Italian and Indian specialties. Live cooking is a major feature including not only main dishes but also our pasta and salad stations. In our Mongolian buffet we offer a wide selection of fresh meats, fish, seafood, vegetables, herbs, seasonings, spices and sauces which you assemble in a bowl. Our chefs then stir-fry your chosen ingredients on the large cast iron ’Kadai’ (similar to a flat wok). - the freshest and the best food that Kenya has to offer, cooked in front of you, just the way you like it. Delicious!

During the calmer months (December to March) dinner is served on the terrace, with the sounds of the sea, the light of the moon and the stars, and the rustle of the trade winds in the palms for company. And should you come fishing with us, our chefs will prepare your prize exactly as you would like it. You might fancy Japanese style sashimi, finely sliced with soya sauce and wasabi, or maybe blackened Cajun style fillets, or just simply steamed! Which ever way, you will never eat fish fresher than this.'

What else is there to do between those lazy days by the pool' or long days at sea?

Suggested Itinerary

13 - Days / 4 - Days Fishing

Day 1	19th Jan Depart London with BA at 10.05 arrive Nairobi at 21.30 Make our way to the Hilton Hotel (20 mins) Overnight Accommodation Hilton Hotel B/B
Day 2	20th Jan Check out of hotel and make our way back to the airport Depart at 11.00 arrive Malindi at 12.10 Arrive Hemingway's rest of day free to relax. Overnight Accommodation Hemingway’s H/B
Day 3	21st Jan Free day to relax, in the evening team briefing, meet the captains and run through competition rules / structure. Draw for boats. Overnight Accommodation Hemingway’s H/B
Day 4	22nd Jan Teams 1,2,3,4 full 10 hours fishing Overnight Accommodation Hemingway’s H/B
Day 5	23rd Jan Teams 5,6,7,8 full 10 hours fishing Overnight Accommodation Hemingway’s H/B
Day 6	24th Jan Teams 1,2,3,4 full 10 hours fishing Overnight Accommodation Hemingway’s H/B
Day 7	25th Jan Teams 5,6,7,8 full 10 hours fishing Overnight Accommodation Hemingway’s H/B
Day 8	26th Jan Teams 1,2,3,4 full 10 hours fishing Overnight Accommodation Hemingway’s H/B
Day 9	27th Jan Teams 5,6,7,8 full 10 hours fishing Overnight Accommodation Hemingway’s H/B
Day 10	28th Jan Teams 1,2,3,4 full 10 hours fishing Overnight Accommodation Hemingway’s H/B
Day 11	29th Jan Teams 5,6,7,8 full 10 hours fishing. Evening Dinner and prize presentations.
Day 12	30th Jan Depart Malindi 14.40 arrive Nairobi 16.00 Depart Nairobi 23.00
Day 13	31st Jan Arrive London 05.30

Departure Dates & Prices

13 - Days / 4 - Days Fishing

Dates 19th Jan 2009 to 31st Jan 2009	Hemingways
Anglers	From £2,921 pp
Non Anglers	From £1,861 pp

Note: The above prices are per person and are based on two people sharing, accommodation. Please be advised these prices may fluctuate due to changes in flights and exchange rates.

What's Included & Excluded

Options World Traveller Plus Upgrade from economy£540 Business Class Flight Upgrade from Economy £1,790 pp Single room supplements at Hemingway’s £374.00 Additional fishing (Subject to boat availability) £450 per day per boat

What's Included International return flights Airport private transfers Accommodation at Hemingways Resort in standard twin rooms. H/B 4 Days full big game fishing with crew Entry in to competition All required fishing tackle (If you prefer light or fly tackle please bring your own) Packed lunch and drinks while fishing Free trips are run to Gedi for hotel residents Shopping trips are run to Malindi free of charge to hotel residents

What's Excluded All Beverages Holiday insurance Personal items Local Tips (Non Compulsory)

Enquiries & Bookings

Once you have an idea of what destinations and duration of the holiday you would like, contact one of our consultants on 01603 407596 who will be pleased to assist you with any questions and additional literature you may require to help you finalise your holidays itinerary, availability and prices.

When you are ready to book your holiday, our consultants will take down all particulars and take a deposit payment, please make sure that before making any booking that you have read our terms and conditions. At the time of the booking we will ask you to correctly spell the first and last name of each traveling member, as some flights will need to be ticketed at the time of booking and due to airline regulations no name changes can be made, once a ticket has been issued. On receipt of the deposit we will send the lead booker a “Booking Form” and a deposit receipt invoice which becomes the legal contract between Angling Direct Holidays and your party.

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Note: All big game fishing tackle is provided however should you wish to bring along some of your own equipment below is a list of items.

Trolling / Boat Fishing

1. 12lb to 20lb stand up rods for Sailfish, coupled with strong multipliers capable of holding 20lb mono minimum 300 yards.
2. 6lb to 12lb stand up boat rod and reel for bottom fishing for Snapper but coupled with 25Lb mono to handle those powerful Jew fish
3. 50Lb class rods and reels coupled with 50lb Mono for Marlin and Giant Trevally.

Fly fishing

1. 8 weight saltwater fly rod and reel with 8 to 9 weight shooting line. For shore fishing and light boat fishing
2. 12 weight salt water fly rod and reel with 12 weight shooting line. For Giant Trevally and Sailfish
3. Selection of tarpon / sailfish style flies, (poppers)
4. Selection of fly tippets, If you wish to fish for a line class records check the current line classes available.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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