Wild Fly Fly Fishing – Karoo Adventure Reimagined

Wild Fly Fly Fishing in the Karoo offers a truly unique experience that challenges every fly fisher’s expectations. Set in the rugged heart of the Eastern Cape, near Somerset East, Cradock, Graaff-Reinet, and Pearston, this is fly fishing in untamed, soul-stirring surroundings where the waters are as wild as the landscapes that cradle them.

Fed by remote mountain springs, the Little and Great Fish Rivers flow through deep valleys, indigenous forests, and rocky plains, creating diverse and unexpected opportunities. Whether you’re stalking trophy trout in crystal-clear pools, sight fishing for yellowfish in mid-winter, or targeting black bass, moggel, carp, or monster barbel over 15kg, the variety of species and techniques required makes this a paradise for adventurous anglers.

Expect technical nymphing in mountain streams, mayfly and caddis hatches in high-altitude dams, and casting beneath ancient yellowwoods at the foot of the 90m Glen Avon waterfall. And if you’re up for a challenge, go for “Hobson’s Choice” – landing a trout, yellowfish, and black bass over 30cm on fly in a single day.

After a full day on the water, unwind in comfort at the four-star Angler and Antelope guesthouse in Somerset East – a fitting base for an unforgettable Karoo fly fishing escape.

This is not your average fly fishing trip. This is Wild Fly – fly fishing, redefined.