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Sturgeon of dreams, good job they do not have teeth, BC Canada

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Gillhams Fishing Resort Krabi Thailand

This resort since its development has attracted more attention in the UK fishing press than any other, why? Simple it is because the fishing, tackle and organisation is all top quality, ensuring all our guest catch fish time and time again. Check it out for yourself.

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Bairs Lodge Andros Island Bahamas

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Superb Fishing On The Skeena - Kalum River Lodge Report

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After three days of rain, our anglers have had some superb fishing on the Skeena. For three of our anglers it is there fifth visit to Kalum River Lodge. Each day has seen numerous double headers, that we have lost count! Two of our anglers, landed 4 Steelhead in one day as well as a number of other Big Cobo, Sockeye, Chum & Pink Salmon.

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Regardless of if you’re already into specialist fishing or want to learn the ropes, Angling Direct Holidays has the places to try. We have a vast range of specialist fishing destinations from around the world where you can find a huge variety of first-class fishing. If you are looking for just a few days while on holiday, or a full dedicated fishing holiday targeting hard-fighting Mahseer, specimen Sturgeon or even exotic species like the Arapaima we have destinations for them all.

Below you will see all holidays where you can concentrate on particular species. Remember that all of our destinations are fully researched and checked out personally by Angling Direct Holidays staff, which involves us actually fishing all the destinations on offer; therefore we can provide you with detailed knowledge of your proposed destinations.

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Dave Plummer Escorted Gillhams

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Escorted fishing in Thailand at the Famous Gillhams Lake. Yes if you have every fancied going on an escorted trip to Thailand now is your opportunity. Hosted by Dave Plummer our Thailand veteran, you will get the opportunity to explore and fish for mighty Catfish, Carp and predators with the likes of Arapaima, Redtail Catfish and Barramundi to just mention a few.

Suitable for: Freshwater Fly Fishing, Escorted Holidays, Specimen Fishing

Species to catch: Alligator Gar, Arapaima, Barramundi, Bighead Carp , Chao Phraya Catfish, Golden Price Carp , Great Snakehead , Mekong Catfish, Pacu, Siamese Carp

Seasons to travel: All Year

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Hemingways Billfish Competition Kenya

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The best big game fishing at the world famous Hemingways in association with Angling Direct Holidays, each year we organise a friendly competition open to all levels of anglers. The competition is based on a max of 18 anglers; Anglers will fish in teams of 3 making a total of 8 teams. For anglers who book as a 3 man team you will remain together. Each team will have 4 full days of 10 hours fishing. Boats are available for your non-competition days at additional cost. Make new friends, enjoy great sport, hospitality and you never know you could even win a free return trip the following year.

Suitable for: Big Game Fishing, Escorted Holidays, Specimen Fishing, Corporate Events

Species to catch: Amberjack, Atlantic Bonito, Dorado, Giant Trevally, Goliath Grouper, Kingfish, Mackerel - King, Marlin - Black, Marlin - Blue, Red Snapper, Sailfish, Shark - Black Tip, Shark - Hammerhead, Shark - Mako, Shark - Tiger, Snapper - Golden, Swordfish, Tuna - Skipjack, Tuna - Tunny, Tuna - Yellowfin, Wahoo

Seasons to travel: January

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Pira Lodge Golden Dorado Fishing Argentina

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Pira offers a unique fly fishing experience in the Ibera Marshlands - the biggest Natural freshwater reserve in the Americas, and the chance to challenge the Golden Dorado, an acrobatic, explosive gamefish with powerful jaws and razor sharp teeth.

Suitable for: Freshwater Fly Fishing, Specimen Fishing

Species to catch: Golden Dorado

Seasons to travel: December to March

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Gillhams Fishing Resort Krabi Thailand

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If you fancy fishing in Thailand for mighty Catfish, Carp and predators with the likes of Arapaima, Redtail Catfish and Barramundi to just mention a few. At a purpose built and designed fishing resort, with your accommodation beside the water, all top branded fishing tackle provide, guiding service, great food, English run and unbelievable fishing action? Well look now further than the Brand New Stuart Gillham’s Resort.

Suitable for: Freshwater Fly Fishing, Family Holidays, Specimen Fishing

Species to catch: Alligator Gar, Arapaima, Barramundi, Bighead Carp , Blue / Forktail Catfish, Channel Catfish, Chao Phraya Catfish, Forktailed Catfish, Golden Price Carp , Great Snakehead , Mekong Catfish, Pacu, Peacock Bass , Siamese Carp

Seasons to travel: All Year

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Giant Mekong Catfish Fishing Thailand

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Normally, you would not associate the land of giants to any Asian country. You typically associate that to Africa, with animals like the elephant and the rhinoceros. However, you do not find giants in Asia on land; you find them in the water. Bung Sam Lan, just outside Bangkok, is one of the most extraordinary and famous fisheries in the world. It is a lake of about twenty acres and was converted seventeen years ago from a swamp. It is stocked with a huge variety of native Thai and imported fish: Giant Mekong Catfish to 100 kg, Striped Catfish to 15 kg, Chaophraya Giant Catfish to 30 kg, Giant Siamese Carp to 100 kg and Amazonian Arapaima from to 200 kg.

Suitable for: Specimen Fishing

Species to catch: Arapaima, Bighead Carp , Chao Phraya Catfish, Great Snakehead , Mekong Catfish, Siamese Carp

Seasons to travel: All Year

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Lure & Fly Fishing Predator Lake Thailand

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For those of you who have not yet heard about this lake, it is located 2 hours drive from Bangkok. The water is around 5 acres with grass banks all round which offers awesome fishing for numerous Thai native and non-native predator species, either by lure or fly fishing.

Suitable for: Freshwater Fly Fishing, Specimen Fishing

Species to catch: Alligator Gar, Arapaima, Barramundi, Bighead Carp , Blue / Forktail Catfish, Channel Catfish, Chao Phraya Catfish, Forktailed Catfish, Golden Price Carp , Great Snakehead , Mekong Catfish, Pacu, Peacock Bass , Siamese Carp

Seasons to travel: All Year

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Carp & Catfish Fishing River Ebro Spain

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The River Ebro is renowned as one of the mega Ton up Catfish waters in the world. This is catfish fishing at its best, for the experienced or for those who have never even caught a catfish this trip is designed for you. On our trips an amazing one out of five catfish are over the magical TON-100lb. In fact to date, nobody who has been on a weeks holiday has failed to catch, in fact you would be unlucky to return home without a ton plus fish.

Suitable for: Specimen Fishing, Short Breaks

Species to catch: Common Carp, Mirror Carp, Wells Catfish, Zander

Seasons to travel: All Year

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Escorted Big Game Fishing Panama

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For all of you who have enjoyed in the past or ever wondered what it would be like to join a non-stop action packed escorted trip, well now is your chance. We have jointly worked very hard to exclusively bring you a new destination where you can catch seemingly unlimited numbers and species of world-class saltwater game fish, all in an exotic landscape of pristine ocean waters and lush tropical islands.

Suitable for: Big Game Fishing, Sea Fishing Holidays, Escorted Holidays, Specimen Fishing

Species to catch: Amberjack, Dorado, Goliath Grouper, Jack Crevalle, Mackerel - King, Marlin - Black, Marlin - Blue, Red Snapper, Roosterfish, Sailfish, Shark - Black Tip, Shark - Dusky, Shark - Hammerhead, Shark - Thresher, Snapper - Golden, Spanish Mackerel, Trevally - Big Eye, Tuna - Big Eye, Tuna - Skipjack, Tuna - Tunny, Tuna - Yellowfin, Wahoo, Yellow Tail

Seasons to travel: All Year

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Paradise Lodge Big Game Fishing Panama

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We have worked very hard to exclusively bring you this new destination where you can catch unlimited numbers and species of world class saltwater game fish! A fishing destination where you cast your lure or fly around the numerous islands that all surround Panama’s world famous Hannibal Bank. Fishing can be divided into three main categories, offshore, inshore and fly fishing. All provide the most heart stopping action you will have ever encountered or ever imagined.

Suitable for: Saltwater Fly Fishing, Big Game Fishing, Sea Fishing Holidays, Specimen Fishing, Corporate Events

Species to catch: Amberjack, Dorado, Goliath Grouper, Jack Crevalle, Marlin - Black, Marlin - Blue, Red Snapper, Roosterfish, Sailfish, Shark - Black Tip, Shark - Bronze Whaler, Shark - Hammerhead, Shark - Mako, Snapper - Golden, Spanish Mackerel, Trevally - Big Eye, Tuna - Big Eye, Tuna - Skipjack, Tuna - Tunny, Tuna - Yellowfin, Wahoo, Yellow Tail

Seasons to travel: All Year

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Giant Cod Fishing Solbergfjorden Norway

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Giant Cod fishing on your door step, fantastic sea fishing, traditional accommodation and self drive boats that are only a short flight away. Fishing Solbergfjorden is protected from the open sea by Senja, Norway's second largest island, the fishing conditions are therefore not affected by the rough sea and still provide the same fishing opportunities for Cod, Coalfish, Haddock, Redfish, Catfish, Halibut and mighty Salmon.

Suitable for: Sea Fishing Holidays, Specimen Fishing

Species to catch: Atlantic Cod, Atlantic Halibut, Pollock

Seasons to travel: March to September

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Trout & Pike Fishing Boyne Valley Ireland

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One of Ireland’s little secrets is the fantastic fishing in the Boyne Valley. Not only can one fish for wild Brown Trout on true, wild rivers but also share in fantastic Pike fishing on the Lochs. This holiday will appeal to dedicated fly anglers, as you can fly fish for both Trout and Pike. In order to maximise your fishing time we have teamed up with one of the top local guides, who through his many years of fishing these waters, will ensure you are always amongst the fish.

Suitable for: Freshwater Fly Fishing, Specimen Fishing, Short Breaks

Species to catch: Pike , Trout Brown

Seasons to travel: All Year

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Escorted Mahseer Fishing Cauvery River Galibore Camp India

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Each year Angling Direct Holidays head guide Dave Plummer escorts a limited number of anglers to exclusively reserved stretches of Southern India's most famous river, the Cauvery, in search of the mighty Mahseer. A legendary fighting fish, which can grow to over 100lb in weight, these fish are famous for being able to strip a reel bare of 40lb line on the first run and can easily swim upstream, against rapids, at over 20 knots; a truly spectacular sight amidst splendid scenery.

Suitable for: Escorted Holidays, Specimen Fishing

Species to catch: Mahseer

Seasons to travel: January to March

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Wild Mahseer fishing Safari Northern India

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Enjoy a fantastic and thrilling experience in India, where the beauty of meandering rivers, marshy depressions, plateaus and ravines make an awesome scene. You will indeed feel the worries of city life fading fast away. On this trip, you not only get to experience the wonders and the fishing of the Ramganga river but you also get a chance to drive up to Bhikiyasen in a jeep before starting to explore the Ramganga river by raft, stopping to fish and camp at any likely place that takes your fancy.

Suitable for: Freshwater Fly Fishing, Specimen Fishing

Species to catch: Mahseer

Seasons to travel: September to November March to May

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Top Sailfish Fishing Guatemala

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Guatemala is recognised as the home of the most prolific fishery for Sailfish in the world. Our boats regularly have over 50 shots per day in peak season and you can anticipate 15-25 shots on a “regular” day. Nothing is ever guaranteed in fishing – but this is about as close as you can get if you dream about casting to Sailfish within 20ft of the stern, multiple hook-ups and constant action.

Suitable for: Saltwater Fly Fishing, Big Game Fishing, Sea Fishing Holidays, Specimen Fishing

Species to catch: Atlantic Bonito, Dorado, Marlin - Blue, Roosterfish, Sailfish, Spanish Mackerel, Tuna - Yellowfin, Wahoo

Seasons to travel: April to November

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Saltwater Fly Fishing Florida Keys

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Have you ever fancied one of the greatest challenges for a fly angler? The thrill and excitement of catching Tarpon over 100lb on the fly has to be experienced to be believed. Watch these fish flash at surface poppers as they skip the surface. Tarpon are truly one of the most magnificent fish that occupy the waters of the Florida Keys.

Suitable for: Saltwater Fly Fishing, Sea Fishing Holidays, Family Holidays, Specimen Fishing

Species to catch: Bonefish, Cobia, Dorado, Florida Gar , Giant Trevally, Goliath Grouper, Jack Crevalle, Mangrove Jack, Permit, Red Snapper, Shark - Black Tip, Shark - Bronze Whaler, Shark - Dusky, Shark - Hammerhead, Shark - Lemon, Shark - Mako, Shark - Thresher, Shark - Tiger, Snapper - Golden, Snook, Tarpon, Yellow Tail

Seasons to travel: April to September

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Escorted Fishing Florida Keys

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Angling Direct Holidays exclusive Oil Protection Guarantee…read more................................................ Each year, Angling Direct Holiday’s escorts a limited number of anglers to the world famous Florida Keys. For many years, this area has been and remains one of the top fishing locations anywhere in the world, If the sheer amount of large Tarpon, big Bonefish and punishing Permit weren’t enough, there are always the great Sharks, Lemons, Black tips, Nurse Sharks and Redfish, Stingrays, Jacks and the obligatory Barracudas to keep you busy.

Suitable for: Saltwater Fly Fishing, Sea Fishing Holidays, Escorted Holidays, Specimen Fishing

Species to catch: Bonefish, Cobia, Dorado, Florida Gar , Goliath Grouper, Jack Crevalle, Mangrove Jack, Permit, Red Snapper, Shark - Black Tip, Shark - Bronze Whaler, Shark - Dusky, Shark - Hammerhead, Shark - Lemon, Shark - Tiger, Snapper - Golden, Snook, Tarpon, Yellow Tail

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Nile Perch Fishing Lake Nasser Egypt

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In Egypt in the 1960's a dam was built on the Nile at Aswan. The result was one of the largest man-made lakes in the world, Lake Nasser. This lake is a magical wilderness of stunning desert scenery, it is the greatest venue in the world for Nile Perch and while your lure is in the water, you literally do not know if the next fish is going to be a 50lb or over 200lbs.

Suitable for: Freshwater Fly Fishing, Specimen Fishing

Species to catch: Nile Perch , Tigerfish

Seasons to travel: Summer season – from March to the end of September Winter season – from October until the end of February

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Family Nile Perch Fishing & Nile Cruise Egypt

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Want to experience the real "Jewels of the Nile?" Well this tour is for you, a perfect combination of Egyptian culture and a real Egyptian experience, catching the mighty predators, Nile Perch. First, you will have seven days fishing on Lake Nasser with your own boat and guide, for the perfect private fishing safari. You will then get to experience the other fantastic sights and sounds of the Egyptian way of life, past and present, with a luxury 5 star Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor.

Suitable for: Freshwater Fly Fishing, Family Holidays, Specimen Fishing

Species to catch: Nile Perch , Tigerfish

Seasons to travel: October to February

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Cayo Largo Saltwater Fly Fishing Cuba

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With our Cuba partners, we now have access to the exclusive fishing rights on the designated Cayo Largo Natural Reserve, which encompasses some 140 square miles of saltwater flats and channels. This has to be one of the best places in the world to catch a grand slam and supper grand slam all on the fly, just check out all the details.

Suitable for: Saltwater Fly Fishing, Specimen Fishing, Corporate Events

Species to catch: Bonefish, Jack Crevalle, Mangrove Jack, Permit, Shark - Black Tip, Shark - Lemon, Snook, Tarpon

Seasons to travel: November to August

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Tarpon Fishing Rio Colorado Lodge

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For Tarpon, Snook and a multitude of light tackle game fish nestled in Costa Rica's tropical jungle - where the Colorado River flows into the Caribbean Sea, is where you will find Rio Colorado Lodge. Built on the banks of the Colorado River, right at its mouth where it empties into the sea; provides the perfect spot to ambush the huge migratory Tarpon as they constantly move in and out of the river.

Suitable for: Freshwater Fly Fishing, Big Game Fishing, Sea Fishing Holidays, Specimen Fishing

Species to catch: Snook, Tarpon

Seasons to travel: January to May

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Game Fishing Crocodile Bay Costa Rica

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At this resort the fishing can be divided into two main areas, inshore and offshore with a variety of fishing options such as; live bait, trolling, surface poppers, jigging, and fly-fishing. For inshore, the species most sought after is the Roosterfish. 25lb to 50lb fish are very common with fish over 50lb caught each week. Offshore Sailfish are the main target; these fish are available year round and a half dozen are common any day.

Suitable for: Saltwater Fly Fishing, Big Game Fishing, Sea Fishing Holidays, Family Holidays, Specimen Fishing, Corporate Events

Species to catch: Amberjack, Atlantic Bonito, Cobia, Dorado, Giant Trevally, Goliath Grouper, Jack Crevalle, Kingfish, Mangrove Jack, Marlin - Blue, Red Snapper, Roosterfish, Sailfish, Shark - Black Tip, Shark - Bronze Whaler, Shark - Hammerhead, Snapper - Golden, Snook, Spanish Mackerel, Tuna - Skipjack, Tuna - Tunny, Tuna - Yellowfin, Wahoo

Seasons to travel: November to April

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Bonefish and Giant Trevally Fishing Christmas Island

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Christmas Island has a myriad of diverse habitats and endless flats, unique in its opportunities for both the novice and the expert fly angler. Virtually all fly-fishing is wading casting to visible fish in shallow water. Bonefish average 2-4 pounds with numerous opportunities at larger specimens in the 5-10 pound class. Trevally, (Giant, Golden, Blue Fin, and Striped) of which our guides are highly skilled in their pursuit, provide anglers with a completely different challenge.

Suitable for: Saltwater Fly Fishing, Sea Fishing Holidays, Specimen Fishing

Species to catch: Bonefish, Dorado, Giant Trevally, Marlin - Black, Queenfish, Red Snapper, Sailfish, Shark - Black Tip, Shark - Hammerhead, Shark - Lemon, Snapper - Golden, Tuna - Skipjack, Tuna - Tunny, Tuna - Yellowfin, Wahoo

Seasons to travel: All year

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Escorted GT Fly Fishing Christmas Island

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Fishing for Giant Trevally can and do break both angler’s nerves and fishing tackle. Imagine presenting your fly to fish that can exceed 100lb in shallow water with just enough to cover their backs. The rush of excitement as the water explodes and both your fly and line disappear off to the horizon as you have hooked on to the back of an express train. Good luck for you will need it.

Suitable for: Saltwater Fly Fishing, Sea Fishing Holidays, Escorted Holidays, Specimen Fishing

Species to catch: Bonefish, Dorado, Giant Trevally, Marlin - Black, Queenfish, Red Snapper, Sailfish, Shark - Black Tip, Shark - Lemon, Snapper - Golden, Trevally - Big Eye, Tuna - Skipjack, Tuna - Tunny, Tuna - Yellowfin, Wahoo

Seasons to travel: September to October

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Sturgeon Fishing BC Canada

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Chilliwack in British Columbia is home to the famous Fraser River; well known for its Sturgeon fishing. Regardless of all the stories that have been told, nothing can prepare you for the excitement of seeing your first massive Fraser River Sturgeon leap clear of the water before embarking upon a frenzied 250+ metre reel screaming run.

Suitable for: Freshwater Fly Fishing, Specimen Fishing

Species to catch: Salmon Chinook, Salmon Chum, Salmon Coho, Salmon Pink, Salmon Sockeye, Sturgeon

Seasons to travel: All Year

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Permit City Fly Fishing Belize

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A twelve acre island perched right on the edge of Belize's world famous Barrier Reef; offering beauty, peace, tranquillity and fantastic fishing.

Suitable for: Saltwater Fly Fishing, Specimen Fishing

Species to catch: Bonefish, Jack Crevalle, Permit, Tarpon

Seasons to travel: March to November

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Cobourg Peninsula Fly Fishing Australia

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“Where else could you catch 49 species in 7 days… 400 fish in 6 days… or 280kg of fish in one single day?” Therefore, if you are seeking the pinnacle of fishing experiences, few places on earth offer them such diversity, in such boat-sinking quantities, as Cape Don.

Suitable for: Freshwater Fly Fishing, Saltwater Fly Fishing, Sea Fishing Holidays, Specimen Fishing, Corporate Events

Species to catch: Barramundi, Blue / Forktail Catfish, Cobia, Estuarine Cod , Giant Trevally, Mangrove Jack, Queenfish, Red Snapper, Shark - Black Tip, Shark - Bronze Whaler, Shark - Dusky, Shark - Hammerhead, Shark - Thresher, Snapper - Golden, Spanish Mackerel, Threadfin Salmon , Trevally - Big Eye, Trout Coral

Seasons to travel: March to November

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