Casting Dreams: Namibia's Abundant Fishing Paradises
Dive into the Coastal Charms and Inland Rivers for an Angler's Delight
Namibia - a Fisherman’s Haven
Namibia is famous for beach angling along the west coast. The coastal towns of Swakopmund, Walvis Bay and Henties Bay are inundated with holiday makers during December/January and the Easter Holidays as everyone makes a dash for the beach to catch some Kabeljou, Galjoen or Steenbras for the family. Even Barbel are welcome as the smoked catfish variety has become a well-known delicacy amongst the locals. The best part of beach angling is that the entire family comes along to make a beach day of it.
Along the coastline many famous fishing spots have been identified with old drums or wrecks as landmarks, amongst them the likes of “Sarah se Gat” or “Bennie se Rooi Lorry” and many more amusing names.
Fishing does not end there though, up north towards the Skeleton Coast (Terrace Bay and Torra Bay) and further south towards Sandwich Harbour, many more fishing spots have been named and any local can point you in the right direction.
Fishing permits must be obtained before venturing out to fish, as local fishing authorities check on the daily quota, especially the crayfish (no more than 7 per day). Don’t forget to take along your ID or Passport when obtaining your permit. Fishing off boats is also a welcome activity with many companies offering deep-sea fishing boat cruises.
In the northeast of Namibia, the Zambezi Region(Old Caprivi Region) offers fresh-water fishing on the many rivers such as the Zambezi, the Kwando, the Okavango and the Kavango.
Every lodge that is situated on a river offers fishing activities and amongst Bream and Nembwe, a favourite is the Tigerfish, which is mostly caught on a catch-and-release basis. Many of the lodges provide you with fishing tackle, although you can purchase your own at local outlets.
