Fly fishing for Tiger in Tanzania

“Catching the mighty tigerfish (HYDROCYNUS VITTATUS) with the fly is surely the most exciting kind of freshwater sport fishing around. Not only are you contending with the pound-for-pound freshwater champion fighter of all time, but doing it in the finest way too!” (African Fly-fishing Handbook, Bill Hansford-Steel) South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia and now Mozambique, all have established tiger fishing industries. Tanzania is the home of several prime tiger fishing rivers, however the sport is still in its infancy. As with the other destinations, these rivers flow through incredible wilderness areas that already boast numerous luxury camps and lodges. 

Philip Ashby, pictured here on the Rufiji River in the Selous Game Reserve, has been living and guiding safaris in Tanzania for sixteen years. He has jumped at the opportunity to guide fly fishermen to some of his secret spots. To have as an occupation, the thing one most loves doing, is a privilege indeed.