Angola – Kwanza Lodge

ANGOLA – FISHING HOLIDAY ON THE WEST COAST OF AFRICA

Fishing in Angola offers diverse opportunities to pursue various species of fish using different methods. Due to the great variety of species, one never quite knows what will be on the hook next. Whether it’s shore fishing, rubber fishing in the river, coastal fishing with poppers and stickbaits, live bait fishing for tarpon, or offshore trolling for mahi-mahi, sailfish, or even marlin – the possibilities are unlimited and are sure to fulfill every angler’s wishes.

OUR TOP 5 REASONS FOR YOUR FISHING TRIP TO ANGOLA

• Easily accessible from Europe within a short time
• Short distances to various fishing grounds
• Picturesque, comfortable, and family-friendly lodge directly on the riverbank
• Diverse fishing opportunities due to great species diversity
• Well-equipped boats and experienced guides

FISHING IN ANGOLA:

The Kwanza Lodge is the only provider on-site. Thus, besides a few local anglers and fishermen, you will have the waters all to yourself.

The fishing grounds are very versatile: The river and the estuary directly in front of the lodge offer excellent fishing opportunities for African threadfin, corvina, or even cubera snapper at certain times of the year. Sometimes, the jack crevalle can be found just a stone’s throw away from the pier. Along the river mouth and coastline, various underwater structures provide ideal living conditions for many species of fish, attracting plenty of predators. For example, here you can try your luck trolling for huge tarpon with live bait. Poppers and stickbaits will also not go unnoticed by the massive barracudas, cubera snappers, or jack crevalles. Offshore, the possibilities are almost limitless. Fish with jigs for amberjacks or with light spinning rods for mahi-mahi. Trolling along the weed line is often entertaining, and sailfish or even marlin are never far away.

Main fish species in Angola: African threadfin, tarpon, corvina, cubera snapper, jack crevalle, barracuda, mahi-mahi, sailfish, blue marlin, and many more.

TYPICAL ITINERARY FOR YOUR FISHING TRIP IN ANGOLA:

Day 1:        Departure from Europe
Day 2:        Arrival in Luanda, Angola in the morning, approximately 90 minutes transfer to Kwanza Lodge
Days 3-8:   6 full days of fishing
Day 9:        Transfer back to Luanda, evening flight back to Europe
Day 10:       Arrival back home

Tip: It is advisable to extend your stay by one day on-site. This way, you can visit, for example, the famous Miradouro da Lua viewpoint, which is particularly impressive at sunset, plan a visit to the Kissama National Park, or explore the coast on your own. The beaches around Cabo Ledo are well known for their unique landscape and as a premier surfing spot.

By the way: You prefer not to fish in Angola with a mixed guided group but rather be on the water in a small group of 2-4 anglers? Just let us know! You are welcome to travel to Angola on your own and go fishing – we offer individual trip planning and transfer options for that.

THE SUITABLE FISHING TACKLE IN ANGOLA

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BORROW THE FISHING TACKLE:

High-quality rental tackle is already included in the offer on request! If you wish, you can arrive just with hand luggage and be ready to go fishing in Angola. If you are interested, just let us know before you start your trip and we will make sure that your rental tackle is ready for you on site.

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BRING YOUR OWN TACKLE:

Trolling gear for mahi-mahi, sailfish, or blue marlin is available on-site. Likewise, you don’t need to bring your own fishing gear for live bait fishing for tarpon. If you bring your own equipment: A heavy pike or light catfish rod with a 5000 or 6000 reel as light gear for river fishing or light spinning fishing at sea.
Jig rods of class PE6 with a jig weight of up to 300g combined with an 8000 or 10000 reel with PG gear ratio for jigging for amberjack.
Popper rod of class PE6 up to maximum PE8 for popper fishing for cubera snapper and large jack crevalle, paired with size 14000 reels with high gear ratio. Appropriate gear for surf fishing if you prefer to fish from the shore. In preparation for the tour, you will receive detailed tour information from us, including our personal bait recommendations for each fishing method.

INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT ANGOLA

• Angola stretches over an area of approximately 1.25 million square kilometers, making it the seventh largest country in Africa and roughly three times the size of Germany. The capital of the country is Luanda.
• Angola is a melting pot of various cultures, reflected in the rich cultural diversity of the country. Although Angola declared its independence from Portugal in 1975, Portuguese is the official language of the country. About one-third of the population speaks Portuguese, while over 40 other languages are spoken. Many of the indigenous languages have been preserved and are still recognized, including Umbundu, Kimbundu, Kikongo, and Tchokwe.
• Angola could be the birthplace of samba. The famous Brazilian samba dance is well known worldwide, but did you know it may have originated in Angola? In Angola, the traditional dance is called semba and is considered the root of what later developed into samba in Brazil.
• Angolans love their stews. Stews play a significant role in Angolan cuisine. The most common ingredients in these stews are beans, chicken, pork, fish, sweet potato, and okra. We recommend trying the moamba de galinha, a chicken stewed in red palm oil sauce.
• Angola has impressive flora and fauna. Angola ranges from the coast, through lush green hills to the plains of dry savannah, and is home to a variety of unique protected areas and national parks. The most well-known include Bicuar National Park, Iona National Park, and Quiçama National Reserve. In the heart of Angola, in the province of Malanje, lies the Kalandula Waterfall. Standing at 105 meters tall and 400 meters wide, the Kalandula Waterfall is the second largest in Africa, second only to the Victoria Falls.

THE BOATS DURING YOUR FISHING TOUR IN ANGOLA

The boats are constructed in catamaran style and are perfectly suited to fishing and the local conditions, whether you’re spending your angling day on the open sea, near the coast, or in the river. They are equipped with all necessary electronic devices, rod holders, safety equipment, and reliable engines. An experienced guide ensures that you’ll get the most out of each day, depending on the conditions and the target fish species. While our tours mainly involve fishing from the boat, we’re also open to attempting fishing from the shore and in the surf, depending on the time of day and tides, upon request.

KWANZA LODGE – A FAMILY LODGE DIRECTLY ON THE RIVERBANK

The lodge is situated directly on the Kwanza River near its mouth, approximately 80 km south of Luanda. It offers a paradise of peace and tranquility, far away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Comfortable, air-conditioned cabins, cleaning and laundry services, high-quality cuisine with local and international dishes, a fantastic swimming pool with charming views, and a professional crew make your stay a perfect African getaway. Each bungalow features multiple beds, air conditioning, and a private bathroom with toilet and shower with hot water. Enjoy your first coffee of the morning on the riverbank terrace at sunrise and start your fishing day relaxed after breakfast.

THE BEST TIME FOR YOUR FISHING TRIP TO ANGOLA

The climate in the Kwanza region is tropical with temperatures normally ranging from 25 to 30 degrees during the dry period (january to early may) and a water temperature from 25 to 27 degrees.

During those months the water offshore is blue and it’s the best time for massive tarpon, jacks, various snappers, amberjack, barracuda, dorado (mahi mahi), sailfish & blue marlin, despite you can almost catch everything all year around.

When fishing the winter season (mid-june to early september) please bring a light jacket in combination with a fleece hoody. Especially early in the morning, during the night or on cloudy days temperature barely pass the 20 degrees mark due to the cold Benguela current with around 17 degrees of water temperature off the coast. Those months are the best for jacks, mirrorfish, giant african threadfin, cubera snapper and you mainly fish the river in front of the lodge or close to the shore and the river mouth.

WHAT DOES YOUR ANGOLA FISHING HOLIDAY COST?

PRICE: from EUR 2400 (excluding international flights)

INCLUDED:

• Airport transfer to and from the lodge,
• 5 days of fishing on the river (4 anglers/boat),
• 6 nights’ accommodation in the lodge in a double room,
• Full board including water, tea, coffee,
• Laundry service.

NOT INCLUDED:

• International flights to Luanda, Angola,
• Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages (charged according to personal consumption),
• Single room supplement,
• Tips,
• Personal expenses,
• Other additional services (e.g., safari).

By default, we offer our tours with 4-6 days of fishing. Shorter or longer stays are of course possible. Prices for inshore, offshore, or trolling for marlin fishing days may differ from the sample calculation. Simply contact us for individual planning and a customized offer!

Videos FISHING IN ANGOLA

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