Best fishing destinations in Africa

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Africa's fishing destinations range from the world-class tigerfish and bream fisheries of the great river systems and the freshwater records of the rift valley lakes to the deep sea game fishing grounds of the Indian Ocean and Atlantic coasts. The continent's most compelling fishing environments combine exceptional species diversity and dramatic wilderness settings with the particular intensity that comes from fishing landscapes where large wildlife is a genuine presence.

The continent's river and lake systems hold some of the world's most significant freshwater fishing environments, with tigerfish in particular drawing dedicated anglers for the species' exceptional fighting qualities in remote river settings. Deep sea and offshore charter operations along the eastern and southern coastlines deliver game fishing of considerable quality, with billfish, tuna and yellowfin among the most sought-after species.

Licence requirements vary considerably by country and species and checking requirements before travel is essential. Wildlife awareness is non-negotiable at river and lake fishing destinations where hippos and crocodiles require constant vigilance. Your money goes a long way making extended fishing itineraries practical even when specialist lodge accommodation and guiding adds to overall costs.