Dreamweaver Fly Fishing Adventures
All fly fishing guiding and safaris are conducted by myself Stephen Stacey, owner of Dreamweaver Adventures. A personal passion of mine since coming across the 'Summer 88' edition of Flyfishing magazine in 1989. Although it was only in the spring of 1991 that I caught my first fish on fly after eventually having saved enough money for an outfit. Since then my adventures with rod in hand have taken me throughout South Africa, Zimbabwe and as far as Lake Victoria, which provided my largest fish on fly, a 16 lb Nile Perch.
Stealth fishing involving stalking and sight casting to fish is undoubtbly always my first choice. Any fish will do on fly though, and as Flip Pallot an author, poet and Florida guide once said "I'm a democratic angler ". Adaption, experimentation and inter-action are fundamental in our development as fly fishermen, with this in mind lets go fly fishing.
Local Guiding Options - half day ( 5hrs ) to full day ( 9hrs )
d-fly 1• Local guided fly fishing in saltwater on the Swartkops River estuary for Leervis, Skipjack, Elf, Kob, Grunter and Mullet. Half day – R280, Full day – R500.
d-fly 2 • Local guided fly fishing in the surf zone and on the flats at Cape Reciefe for Elf, Skipjack, Kob, Leervis and possibly small Kingfish. Times are tide dependant and a reasonable amount of casting proficiency is essential. Half day – R280.
d-fly 3 • Local guided fly fishing on the Gamtoos River (30 mins from PE) for the same species as the Swartkops River but in quieter, undeveloped surroundings. Half day – R350, Full day – R600.
d-fly 4 • River and Surf Combo – spend half the day on the Swartkops River and the other half on the flats at Cape Reciefe, for a complete local saltwater perspective, structured according to the tides. Full day - R600.
d-fly 5 • One day breakaway to Baviaanskloof ( >1hr from PE ) to fish for smallmouth/largemouth Bass, Carp, Barbel and others in truly magnificent scenery. Stealth fishing at its best, and a personal favorite. Full day - R780.
d-fly 6 • Fresh to Salt Combo – a two day trip spending the first day fishing Baviaanskloof for feisty wamwater species, follow the flow from source to sea and fish the Gamtoos River estuary the following day for saltwater gamefish. Accomodation options are spacious camping or farmstyle B&B. 2 days from R950 - R1350.
Fly Fishing Safaris 3 - 8 days
The following fly fishing safaris have been designed to offer an affordable fishing trip option. The safaris allow for anglers to expand their repotuire of skills on different species, as well as to provide the perfect oppurtunity for anglers to interact, so that each participant may derive invaluable advantages in our quest to become complete fly fishermen. Rates will be subsidized for anglers that are able to organize groups of 5, with a maximum of 7 per trip.
d-fly 7 • Thrift Trophy Trout Safari – A 3 day trip to the Winterberg ( 3hrs from PE ) for trophy trout on one of South Africa 's best stillwaters, producing fish over 10 lbs consistently. Accommodation options range from rustic stone and thatch lodges on the dam to luxury B&B's on nearby farms. Costs vary according to the size of the group, from R850, minimum of 4.
d-fly 8 • Trout and Yellowfish Safari - A 3 day trip to the Elandsberg and Cathcart area to fish stillwaters for big trout, and the rivers for trout and yellowfish. By adding an extra day we could include the 'V8' yellowfish of the Kei and Kubusi River system. Accommodation is in a farm style lodge with the costs varying according to the size of the group, minimum of 4, POA.
d-fly 9 • Ultimate Yellowfish Safari - A 5 day trip to the Kimberley and Douglas area, fishing the Vaal and Riet Rivers for largemouth and smallmouth yellowfish. The best on offer for these indigenous fly fishing quarry. Accommodation options are camping, s/c lodges and B&B's. Costs vary according to size of group, minimum of 4, POA.
d-fly 10 • Eastern Cape Fly Fishing Safari – 7 or 8 days at 4 different venues providing the best the Eastern Cape ( and South Africa ) has to offer, covering all available species from fresh to salt, including trophy trout, wild river trout, yellowfish and a more diverse saltwater selection. From the spectacular mountains to the pristine estuaries of the Wild Coast , accommodation consists of lodges, B&B's and a Hotel ( optional ). Costs vary according to size of group, from R2950, minimum of 4.
Note: All rates quoted are for one person only. For local guiding an additional angler ( max of 2 anglers per day ) or companion may be accommodated at a cost of R150 per ½ day and R200 per full day. For options d-fly 5 and d-fly 6, an additional angler/companion will incur a cost of R300 and R550 respectively.
Casting tuition is available at R50 per hour, R30 per hour for guys and gals under the age of 16 yrs.
As mentioned, costs of fly fishing safaris ( 3 – 8 days ) vary according to party size, generally the costs will decrease as the party size increases.
Fly fishing outfits may be hired at a additional cost of R80 per day, should you not have your own equipment available.
All trips include: Transport ( a/c, 4x4 ), limited refreshments, lunch on full day options, all meals on longer trips, accommodation (where applicable), permits, rod fees (where applicable), guiding, casting tuition (if required).
Safaris are all inclusive, Should a group have a budding chef in their midst willing to take over the apron, the rates will be adjusted on request.
Don't forget to bring: Hat, sunblock, preferential refreshments, camera and love for nature ( standard ).
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