Activities

Angling and Fishing in Malawi

Angling and Fishing in Malawi

Angling is a type or technique of fishing using ‘angles’ (fish hooks) for sport or leisure.

Malawi has an amazing variety of rivers, lakes and reservoirs, as well as Lake Malawi which is the third largest lake in Africa and is known to have the largest number of freshwater fish species in the world, making the country a rewarding angling destination.

Fishing rods and some equipment can be hired from lakeside hotels and lodges, and boats can be arranged in advance.

It is also possible to obtain locally made flies, but it is advisable to bring your own equipment.

Angling is possible all year round, but is most suitable from November to April during the rainy season, when there is an increase in fish species in the various waters.

The lake is home to many species of game fish.

The central and northern areas are rich in ferocious tigerfish and lake salmon which offer the most exciting sport.

River fishing is best along banks with thick reeds and weeds; the Bua River through the Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve and the Shire River through the Majete Wildlife Reserve are excellent angling spots.

Trout fishing is also a popular sport in the streams and dams of the Zomba Plateau, Nyika Plateau and Mulanje Massif, where only fly fishing is permitted.

To protect Malawi’s beautiful ecosystem, please ‘catch and let go’ when you catch a fish and return it to the water.

Places for Water Sports and Water Activities in Malawi

Nkhata Bay

Aqua Africa

Location Opposite Nkhata Bay Ilala Ferry Port, Nkhata Bay
Phone +265 (0) 999 921 418
Whatsapp +265 (0) 995 279 683 for Diving Enquiries
Website http://aquaafrica.co.uk/
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Monkey Business

Location Butterfly Space, Nkhata Bay
Phone +265 (0) 999 437 247
Facebook @monkeybusinessnkhatabay

Mayoka Village

Location Mayoka Village, Nkhata Bay
Phone +265 (0) 999 268 595
Website https://www.mayokavillagebeachlodge.com/
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Likoma

Kaya Mawa

Location Nkwazi Village, Likoma
Phone +260 (0) 979 312 766
Website https://greensafaris.com/kaya-mawa/
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Nkhotakota

Tongole Wilderness Lodge

Location Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve
Phone +265 (0) 998 724 466
Website https://tongole.com/
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Salima

Blue Zebra Island Lodge

Location Nankoma Island, Senga Bay
Phone +265 (0) 992 244 244
Website https://bluezebra.mw/
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Sigelege Beach Resort

Location Senga Bay, Salima
Phone +265 (0) 888 818 088
Website https://sigelege.com/
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Cape Maclear

Cape Maclear Scuba

Location Cape Maclear, Mangochi
Phone +265 (0) 999 952 488
Website http://www.capemaclearscuba.com/

Scuba Shack

Location Cape Maclear, Mangochi
Phone +265 (0) 999 140 905
Facebook @Scubashackcapemaclear

Mumbo Island

Location Lake Malawi National Park, Mangochi
Phone +27 (0) 827 854 294
Website https://mumboisland.com/
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Mangochi

Pumulani Lodge

Location Nankumba, Mangochi
Phone +265 (0) 993 504 600, +260 (0) 765 023 939
Website https://www.robinpopesafaris.net/camps-lodges/pumulani-lodge/
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The Makokola Retreat

Location Nkopola, Mangochi
Phone +265 (0) 888 796 424
Website https://makokola.com/
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Sunbird Nkopola

Location Nkopola, Mangochi
Phone +265 (0) 1 580 444
Email nkopola@sunbirdmalawi.com
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Sun ‘n’ Sand Holiday Resort

Location Monkey Bay road, Mangochi, Malawi
Phone +265 (0) 996 492 399, +265 (0) 999 220 786
Website https://www.sunnsandmw.com/
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