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Best fishing destinations in Africa

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Mozambique
Pristine beaches meet vibrant culture
5.7
Big game fishing centres on the Bazaruto Archipelago, Inhaca, Nacala, Pemba and the Quirimbas Islands. Black marlin are a particular draw. Sailfish, blue marlin and striped marlin are caught mainly by trolling. Giant trevally, queenfish and large bonefish suit shallow water anglers. Fishing generally runs March to October.
Highlights:
  • ⛵ Sail on a traditional dhow along Mozambique Island
  • 🏖️ Relax on the pristine white sands of Tofo Beach
  • 🐠 Dive among vibrant coral reefs in the Bazaruto Archipelago
Kenya
Safari paradise meets coastal charm
6.6
Boats from Malindi and Watamu fish the sea directly off the beach. A 2010 report described sailfish running in large numbers. Single boats landed more than six in a short day. Blue and black marlin catches were also reported as strong. Typical days last about five hours.
Highlights:
  • 🦁 Go on a Big Five safari in Amboseli National Park
  • 🏔️ Climb Mount Kenya and enjoy panoramic alpine views
  • 🦓 Witness the Great Migration across the Maasai Mara plains
Seychelles
Tropical paradise with pristine beaches
7.7
The Alphonse group offers around 60 species that can be targeted on the fly, including seven trevally species. Farquhar is one of the few places to target bumphead parrotfish on the flats. Providence Atoll has bonefish over 10 pounds. One operator says Cosmoledo has produced giant trevally up to 130 pounds on fly.
Highlights:
  • 🥾 Hike the scenic Copolia Trail on Mahe Island
  • 🐢 Encounter giant tortoises on Curieuse Island
  • 🏖️ Visit Anse Source d'Argent, famed pink sand beach
Uganda
Pearl of Africa's diverse landscapes
7.1
The Victoria Nile squeezes through a 23 foot gap and plunges 141 feet at Murchison Falls. Anglers fish pools below for Nile perch and aggressive tigerfish. One operator claims records topping 250 pounds. All sport fishing inside the national park is catch and release. An armed ranger accompanies groups fishing from shore near the falls.
Highlights:
  • 🦓 Take a safari across the vast savannas of Queen Elizabeth National Park
  • 🐘 Watch hippos and elephants along the Kazinga Channel
  • 🦍 Trek through Bwindi Impenetrable Forest to meet mountain gorillas
Namibia
Desert wilderness meets wildlife wonders
6.9
Shore anglers can fish more than 125 miles of coastline inside Dorob National Park. Kob, West Coast steenbras, galjoen and blacktail are the named catches. Kob runs start in the north around February and end at Sandwich Harbour in late April or early May. Galjoen appear from late May to July.
Highlights:
  • ⚓ Visit the eerie shipwrecks along Namibia’s Skeleton Coast
  • 🐘 Spot wildlife on a safari through Etosha National Park
  • 🏜️ Climb the towering red dunes of Sossusvlei at sunrise
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