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This area affords more fly-fishing opportunities than any other district in South Africa.

KZN WILDLIFE TROUT FISHING

Lotheni offers fishing in the river as do Garden Castle, Cobham and Vergelegen.  Residents to Simes Cottage at Lotheni have exclusive use of a dam, which is situated next to the cottage.

The fishing at Vergelegen is excellent with the river being amongst the best in the region.  The season is open from 1 Sep to 31 May.

Contact stations direct for rod permit fees:

Cobham:  +27 (0) 33 702 0831

Garden Castle / Bushman's Nek:  +27 (0) 33 7011 823

Himeville NR:  +27 (0) 33 702 0007

Lotheni:  +27 (0) 33 702 0540

Vergelegen:  +27 (0) 702 0712

 

PRIVATE WATERS

Sani Valley Lodge has some of the most sought after still water trout fishing in the country.  This water is available to day trippers.  Limit to rod numbers.  All Catch and Release.  Tackle shop on premises where tackle can also be hired.  Tel:  +27 (0) 33 702 0203

Underberg/Himeville Trout Fishing Club The  UHTFC, controls access to some of the best trout waters in the Southern Drakensberg.  As a service to visitors, day rod tickets are made available on some of them.  New memberships available.  Office Main Road Underberg no 63, open from 8-10am daily, tel:  +27 (0) 33 7011 041

Underberg Adventures Private Waters.  Well stocked trout and bass dams.  Easy Access.  Two jetties on each Dam.  Fish off your own island!  Tel:  +27 (0) 82 494 9419

 

FISHING EQUIPMENT

The Highlander stocks the most comprehensive range of Trout and Bass equipment in the area.  We rent out Trout Rods, Bass Rods, Float Tubes and Fins.  Highlander Centre, Main Street, Underberg, Tel:  +27 (0) 33 701 2302.

 

Accommodation in and around Southern Drakensberg

Moorcroft Manor Country House    accommodation in Southern Drakensberg
Situated amidst rolling green hills and breath-taking sunsets on the outskirts of the country village of Himeville, in the Southern Drakensberg. Moorcroft Manor is family owned and operated and prides itself in offering the highest standard of servi... More

Amazian Mountain River Lodge    accommodation in Southern Drakensberg
Break away to a Malaria free area and escape from the hustle and bustle of city life and get pampered with personalized service in the ultimate tranquil surroundings at Amazian Mountain River Lodge a privately owned lodge, situated in the Southern Dr... More

Valemount Country Lodge    accommodation in Southern Drakensberg
Valemount Country Lodge invites you to a peaceful country breakaway!! A very special place! An exceptional retreat, this gracious country house offers superb accommodation, excellent cuisine and perfect tranquility, along with personal warm... More

Araluen at Spitskop    accommodation in Southern Drakensberg
Araluen takes in breathtaking views of the mountains. Only 1km outside Underberg , sitting above the village taking in the best views in Underberg.Araluen has 1 dble self catering cottage, fully equiped.Bed & breakfast & dinner can also be or... More

Seaforth Country Lodge    accommodation in Southern Drakensberg
On the Sani Pass Road Adjoining the Ukhahlamba / Drakensberg Park World Heritage Site. Nestled deep in the Southern Drakensberg Mountains at the foot of the magnificent Sani Pass (the spectacular border pass to the Mountain Kingdom of Lesotho) lies ... More

Sani Lodge Backpackers    accommodation in Southern Drakensberg
Sani Lodge provides a wide range of accommodation  deep in the majestic Southern Drakensberg Mountains of South Africa,bordering directly onto the World Heritage listed uKhahlamba Drakensberg Park. Situated at the foot of the Sani Pass, the Gate... More

Sani Valley - Fly Fishing & Game Lodge    accommodation in Southern Drakensberg
At the foot of the famous Sani pass, overlooking a 100 hectare lake and surrounded by 700 hectares of unspoilt grasslands lies the exclusive Sani Valley Flyfishing and Game lodge. This lodge offers a unique blend of luxury, nature, wildlife and a ran... More

Elgin B&B    accommodation in Southern Drakensberg
Cradled in a lush valley at the foot of the Southern Drakensberg Mountains, lies Elgin farm. We offer Bed & Breakfast accommodation in four luxury en suite rooms overlooking rolling farmlands and lakes. Enjoy warm hospitality and sumptuous breakf... More

Castleburn    accommodation in Southern Drakensberg
Nestled among the foothills of the southern Drakensberg, this scenic mountain resort offers the ideal getaway for those in search of nature’s beauty and peace.With Lake Madingofani at its feet, Castleburn lures eland, reedbuck and numerous bird... More

Oak Tree Lodge    accommodation in Southern Drakensberg
Oak Tree Lodge is on Ridgedale Trout Farm which is 10km from the village of Underberg, Southern Drakensberg and just 30km from Sani Pass. We have a beautiful waterfall known as "The White Lady" entering into our dam which is stocked with ra... More




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