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Lake Nasser Fishing trips

Nile Perch Fishing Holiday in Egypt

Lake Nasser

 

In the 1960 a dam was built on the Nile at Aswan, the resulting lake Nasser has flooded over 6,200 square kilometers of the Nile Valley, creating one of the largest man made lakes in Africa. The fish population of the original river was presented with a huge lake to live and have thrived in their new habitat, specially the tilapia and their predators, Nile Perch, tiger fish and the big catfish.

Lake Nasser has the best Nile Perch fishing in the world, aside from terrific angling, the lake is a lovely place to visit. It's a magical wilderness of stunning desert scenery, bordered by the clean water of the lake, which is dotted with rocky islands, there is an atmosphere of tranquility, vastness and adventure; a wilderness where anglers literally have hundreds of square miles to themselves.

A fishing safari on lake Nasser is as close to the real meaning of the world safari as you are likely to find – a style of mobile camping that combines comfort with the incredible experience of being out of the real wildness.

The weather is nearly always sunny and bright, the local residents are Bedouin camel and sheep herdsmen who are occasionally seen grazing their flocks on the sparse vegetation at the edge of the lake.

Most anglers who visit the lake Nasser for the first time will catch the biggest fresh water fish of their life.

Most Camps are located on clear sandy beaches and where ever possible close to shore fishing area. At Night in camp under the desert star, one hears all sorts of sounds frogs, crickets, owl ……etc.

The Area we fish are extremely remote and you will be completely cut off from all civilization.

There are more than 100 species of birds have been recorded, in most areas there are crocodile and monitor lizards, other types of wild life.

 

 Best time of fishing

Season A:  From February to end of July

From approximately mid March through to the end of July the Nile perch are found in Shallow water.

Season B: From Mid October until end of January.

The lake is at its highest level and the Nile perch are found in deeper water. If u want to capture the big fish then season b is your best bet .season A will provide you with more action and fun but the average size of the fish capture lends to be Similar.

+ please take into consideration that the months of April & May – October & November re very high season and are often booked up will in advance .

 

October to May

From mid October to April the evenings can be cold and at night temperatures might drop to 8c. Remember to bring warm sleeping bag. The day temperature from april to June are similar to warm summer in Europe .

June to September

The weather is dry and hot. In the middle of the day temperatures average about 30c but can reach 30+ but can reach 35+. on the lake the temperature is always a few degrees lower due to the cooling effect of the large body of the water

 

Safari Start point

We start our safari from either the high dame at Aswan or from Garf Hossein witch is 160 kilometers south of Aswan. Safari that start from Aswan involve a fifteen- minute bus ride from Either Aswan airport (or hotel) to the high dam where we meet the boats. We normally travel, in the fishing boat, for two or three hours to reach the best fishing areas and then start the safari.

Garf Hussein is on the west bank of the lake Nasser and about 11/2 hour road journey from Aswan.

Time spent trolling

Your Nubian guide is expected to troll for at least 8 hours a day. The main reason for a eight hour trolling limit is that it is hot and tiring work trolling under the desert sun; anther reason is the fuel supply. We have reserves but have to be careful, as there is no fuel available on the lake.

 

Shore Hazards

Loose, fragile rocks pose the greatest personal hazard on Lake Nasser,  as a matter of precaution always wear shoes and always look where you re walking, take care when shore fishing and wear shoes with a Grip .

It is always advisable to go shore fishing with another person if u are going out of sight of camp. Don't swim while you are shore fishing. There is a slight risk of crocodiles that might not have been scared off by your quiet approach.

Note:

  • Lake Nasser area has been a desert for thousands of years , which mean there is no wild life
  • The scorpions found at the Egyptian desert are not fatal but their string is very painful. They live under rocks by day coming out by night. As a precaution always wear shoes at night and if you put any thing down on the ground always pick it up carefully. Never leave open bags on the shore at night .
  • There are snakes in the desert, if you see a snake don't panic, instead calmly back a way slowly and let it go on its way.

Boat safari

A boat safari is similar to the old style African safari where cross country vehicles are used for game viewing and traveling and are supported by a large truck carring the camping equipment. Each boat is fitted with a long-rang fuel tanks. A 12v lighting system, a fish finder, scales up to 200Ib and plenty of storage area for your equipment. The bow deck and stern decks provide ideal casting platform and there is an all around deck in case a quick maneuver is needed when a big fish takes a dive under the boat.

Each boat has on board sleeping facilities with two dunks that have full size single mattress. At night the cabin can enclosed by canavas , providing a cozy sheltered sleeping area

  • Each boat is fitted with a fish finder and weighting scales up to 220LB

 

ship (supply boat)

Mother ships are an essential component of a well organized safari until and enable comfortable camps to be set up to close to the best fishing area. There is a plenty of space to relax and have sit down meals. All are fitted with a toilet and shower, a built in kitchen, and large icebox to keep drinks cool. The mother ships carry all the provisions, fuel, cook, service staff, helpers,

The style of cooking is a blend of western tastes and Nubian cuisine .

The style of camping is comfortable and safe but still maintains the adventurous atmosphere of being out of the wilds

 

Steals boat

 Seals boat provide anglers with an alternative fishing platform to fish areas quietly and efficiently, it can be quietly drifted or rowed over underwater promontories or past rocky drop-offs.

A stealth boats hold only two people, if you want use one on your own, its important you have the experience to handle small boat.

There are three types of steels boat

 

Kestrel:  is a steel hulled boat and has a 25 HP engine. Which is ideal for quite trolling cost 25 £ per day.

Rahma: is a glass- fibre speed boat with a 55 HP engine . this has a great advantage of being able to travel at up to 30 MPH between fishing grounds, which is about travel 4 times faster than our normal fishing boat . this saves traveling time and gives you a lot more concentrated fishing . 

King Fisher   is a glass – fibre dingy with a 10 HP engine  she is very light and quite and can fish hot spot like a ghost .

 

Kinds of Safari

  • Lake Nasser Safari
  • is designed for anglers who would like to come on their own or with a friend and then join in the atmosphere of a sociable camp with other anglers.
  • The safari unit is made of two or three fishing boats, supported by a mother ship
  • The lake Nasser safari start every Tuesday and end Sunday. If required you can come for one or more weeks.
  • The safari price is per person and includes arrival & departure packages.
  • If you like to make your own arrangement to arrive in Aswan then deduct 120£ from the safari Cost.

2018 & 2019

3 person per boat

 2 person per boat

6 days

13 days

6 days

13 days

June 12 to Oct  09

£590

£1,070

£690

£1,185

Oct 16 to 31 Dec

£ 750

£1,345

£845

£1,495

Jan 1 to Jan 22

£695

£1,245

£790

£1,390

Jan 29 to 12 Mar

£595

£1,080

£700

£1,195

Mar 19 to May 7

£760

£1,355

£860

£1,500

May 14 to Jun 4

£695

£1,245

£790

£1,390

Jun 11 to sep 24

£595

£1,080

£700

£1,195

Oct 01 to Oct 22

£695

£1,245

£790

£1,390

Oct 29 to Dec 31

£760

£1.335

£860

£1,500

Single room Supplement 60 ₤

 

- A Nubian safari can start and end on any day of the year and can which is ideal for anglers who would like to have the flexibility of deciding how long they want to stay on a fishing safari

-  this safari offers a degree of independence which many anglers prefer and is ideal for 2 anglers or a small group who would like to set out and explore the lake, at their own pace, on a fishing adventure that has a few equals anywhere .

-  The cost does not include the arrival and departure packages.

- The price is based on the cost per person for each day or part of day spent on the Lake.

- When a 6 anglers book a safari together then the 6 angler is entitled to 40 % discount

2018 & 2019

3 person per boat

 2 person per boat

2 to 4 days

5 days up

2 to 4 days

5 days up

June 12 to Oct  16

£90

£80

£110

£100

Oct 17 to 31 Dec

£125

£115

£145

£133

Jan 1 to Jan 22

£100

£90

£125

£115

Jan 23 to 12 Mar

£90

£80

£115

£100

Mar 13 to May 7

£115

£100

£145

£135

May 8 to Jun 4

£100

£90

£125

£115

Jun 05 to sep 24

£90

£80

£115

£ 100

Oct 25 to Oct 15

£100

£90

£125

£115

Oct 16to Dec 31

£155

£100

£145

£135

Single room Supplement 60 ₤

 

Abu Simbel Safari

Similar to lake Nasser Safari but begin and end at Abu Simbel, an added bonus, on this safari, is a visit to the temples of Abu Simbel .

If you want come fishing a different date you have to inform us to see the possibility

 

The Abu Simbel Safari Start every Monday between the dates shown below

2019

3 person per boat

2 person per boat

1 Week

2 week

1week

2week

Mar 19 to May 07

£775

£1,365

£ 875

£1,510

May 14 to May 22

£695

£1,245

£ 790

£1,390

Oct 15 to Oct 22

£695

£1,245

£ 790

£1,390

Oct 28 to Dec 25

£775

£1,365

£ 875

£1,510

Single room supplement   £60 

 

Day Fishing

You can come on a day fishing trip on any day of the year. We will collect you from your hotel or cruise ship at 08.00 am and then transfer you to your fishing boat for full day's fishing. We return to Aswan approximately 4.30pm where we will transfer you back to your hotel or cruise ship.

An experienced fishing guide will captain the fishing boat. We provide each boat with up to three sets of rods, reels of a box of lures; you only have to pay extra if you loose any lures. A quality picnic Lunch is included in the price and there is an ice box full of soft drinks and beer, which is paid for the end of the day. On a day trip a fishing boats will comfortable carry up to four people.

Cost per person per day: 1 person 125£ - 2 people 90 £ – 3 people 70 £ – 4 people 60£

 

Catch and release police

A Nile perch of 75 LB can be up to 15 years and when they reach to 100 LB they are in the vicinity of 20 years old. These big fish are the main breading fish and if we kill them we are wiping out future sport on lake Nasser.

  • It is important to have the correct fishing tackle to take on Nile perch which can cause unbelievable damage to Lures, hooks and spilt rings . if necessary you can arrive in Aswan for your fishing holiday with no tackle at all and have total confidence that we provide you with all you need.

About Guide and Safari Staff        

 - You will accompanied with a good fishing guide with a hunting instinct and a genuine feel of fishing, speaks at least three languages.

-  All the safari staff and guides are Nubians who are the people who used to inhabit the Nile valley before it was flooded by the lake Nasser. The Nubian has have a proud and rich heritage, they existed long before the pharaohs, they have a relaxed way of life compared to the fast life we lead in the western world.

 

Nile Perch

Nile Perch are the largest freshwater fish in the world, researches shows that the Nile  perch have a better chance of reaching record sizes in lakes than river system.

Tiger Fish

 Tiger fish abound in the lake. And the several species the most common is Hydrocynus forskalli that can grow to 16 Lb.

The size and strength of a Nile perch is one thing but for sheer sport on light tackle a tiger takes a lot of beating. A tiger can leap clear of the water and throw your hook, break wire trace, rattle swivels to bits, and generally wreak havoc on tackle.

Cat fish

 

 There are 18 species of catfish in the lake of which two are  of interest  vendu and Bagrus. Cat fish can be caught whilst trolling but you have the much better chance ledgering for them at the night with bead bait.

Catfish forage along the shoreline looking for food that has been washed up on the beach. When using dead bait at night only cast the bait 2 to 3 meters from the shoreline don't cast out into deep water.  

What to Bring

  • we need a clear photocopy of the information pages of your passport .these passport copies must reach us at least three weeks before you travel otherwise we might not be able to get your permission to visit lake Nasser .
  • Government fishing permits and taxes are included in the price of the safari.
  • During the summer months light cotton clothing is advisable and a cap or sun hat is necessary. bring a light jacket or sweatshirt for the cooler evening
  • Get sun block
  • In the winter months you will need a warm jersey along with a good windproof coat for the evenings.
  • Good footwear is important , specially for shore fishing
  • You will need rubber or similar soles for gripping on rocks
  • Get shoes with sides high enough to protect your ankles.
  • Sunglass
  • Sleeping bag (we will provide you with a freshly laundered sleeping bag sheet, blankets and a billow with a fresh pillow case. some anglers prefer to bring their own sleeping bag.
  • Insect repellent
  • Basic first Aid Kit ( there is a basic first Aid box in your fishing boat and the supply boat carries a more extensive first Aid box )
  • Torch and spare batteries
  • Plastic bags to protect you camera from Dust.