The Catfish species are strong gutsy fighters that can grow up to 55 lbs. and the Bream species closely resemble the form and behavior of Largemouth Bass and can be fished for using similar techniques and tackle. These are the African Bass. The Bream species average about 3 - 5 lbs, but can grow up to 8.5 lbs.

It is important to know that not all year is good for certain styles of fishing techniques, although fish can be caught all year. Nguni actively practices catch and release and are commited to the long term sustainability of their fish resource.

December, January, February, March, April - Tigerfish, Catfish (Barbel) are caught using drifting and trolling techniques. An unbelieveable way to catch tigers is on the drift. The mayhem that develops when a school comes through and all the lines on the boat are running is absolute carnage. The wet season is not rain all day and basically it is a down pour for around an hour a day and then it’s calm again.

May - Tigerfish, Nembwe, Catfish (Barbel) are caught using drifting, beginning of fly and spin techniques. The river is big and bustling over this period. The water is very high and the opportunity to fish the rapids is available. The flyfishing is on occasion rewarding as the frenzies are occuring in isolated places.

June, July, August - All species, Tigerfish, Bream, Catfish, Pike are caught using drifting, flyfishing, spinning, trolling techniques. The best flyfishing is experienced this time of year. The top water frenzies are adrenalin pumping to cast into. The waterbird activity is prolific. Everything is starting to feed after the 4 months of flooding that has been present. Fish are all over the place and Nguni puts you on the money everytime.

September, October, November - All species, Tigerfish, Bream, Catfish, Pike are caught using drifting, flyfishing, spinning, trolling techniques. The biggest tigers are landed in this period. It is mainly trolling that brings these results, however, all other styles can be used effectively. The largest variety of fish are caught during this period and the river is beautiful with its white sandbanks. It is a defineable river with fishable features.

Staying on board this wonderful lodge, you can choose to use your guided boat to take a floating safari on the Chobe River concentrating on the photographic opportunities of the amazing environment, go fishing on the Zambezi River, or watch the scenery go by from the elevated position of the viewing deck where you’ll have a birds eye view of the surrounding floodplains and waterways and be able to watch a superb African sunset on board in style in the posh surroundings.

Viewing game from the water is a memorable experience. The animals do not feel threatened from a water born source, therefore the photographic opportunities are exceptional. Chobe has the largest concentration of elephants in Africa. There are vast buffalo herds and numerous plains game species that traverse the area as well as the possibility of sighting predators such as lion, African painted dogs, hyena and the elusive leopards. There are also approximately 450 species of birds that occur throughout this area of Chobe. The African Fish Eagle, Mallachite Kingfisher, African Jacana and African Skimmer can be viewed easily from Nguni.

The Nguni Zambezi Voyager has 5 luxury staterooms, accommodating 10 guests. They are comfortable beyond words, combining natural custom-dyed soft stone textures and fibers into the stylish surroundings. The cuisine is a delite. A professional chef has developed the menus and they change as the seasons do.

Please call for the rates for 2008, based on the South African Rand

February 1 through May 31, 2008 - High Water Season

June 1 through December 1, 2008 - Low Water Season