Tiger Fishing on the Zambezi

The stretch of Zambezi River utilised by Chawalo Safaris for our Tiger Fishing Safaris is famous for the large number of monster-sized Tiger Fish that are encountered by the angler. The reason for this is the fast flowing Zambezi River upstream from the camp, and deep, calmer waters entering into the nearby Lake Caborra Bassa. Another worthy fish in this area is the Vundu Catfish, which can reach a weight of 60kg. Our camp record for Vundu was established in December 2008 by Mr. Henry Gradwell of the Natal South Coast in South Africa, with a 36kg fish landed on 5kg Power Pro Braided Line. In October 2009 this record was smashed by Mr. Wally Tolmay of Kokstad, Southern Natal with a 42kg specimen.

The current camp record Tiger is 10kg, taken on the 3rd of October 2007. In July 2009 a 8,65kg Tiger was landed on fly. Another 8kg was taken on fly during the third week of September 2009. Various fish in the7kg class were landed during the 2009 fishing season.

We are fortunate to have only small distances to travel on daily fishing expeditions (most of our fishing is conducted within 10km from camp) and no long boat rides are necessary. This saves fishing time on the water and keeps fuel costs down. (all boat fuel is inclusive).
We can accommodate up to eight fly fishermen with two anglers per boat, and up to twelve conventional spinning guests at three per boat. Chawalo Safaris currently has two 540 Pike aluminium boats built by "Ali Boats". These are 17.5ft, fully decked boats with 100hp, 4 stroke Yamaha motors. Chawalo Safaris also has one 560 Orca 18ft "Ali Boat" and two 17ft fiber glass boats with 2 stoke engines.
This modern equipment together with the knowledge of our local guides, breathtaking scenery on the Zambezi River and lake Caborra Bassa, combined with the comfortable lodge facilities, has made Chawalo Safaris a prime Tiger Fishing destination on the Zambezi River.

We offer 7-Day Packages with a minimum of four persons per booking. This will include the boat, fuel, coxswain/guide and bait for fishing. All meals, soft drinks and beer are also included. All lodging and housekeeping services are included, with a daily laundry service. Only "hard tack" (alcohol) and the transfers to our lodge are excluded. We do offer fully inclusive packages that include an air charter from Lusaka International Airport (45min) or a road transfer with a 10 seater Toyota Quantum mini bus (5hours).

Zumbo

Chawalo Safari Camp is situated on the Northern bank of the Mighty Zambezi River, 15km East (down stream) from the district capital of Zumbo. Zumbo is on the confluence of the Zambezi and the Luangwa Rivers. The concession runs 90km north up the Luangwa River from the confluence and 25km east down the Zambezi. The total area is approximately 334 000 hectares.
The coordinates of the lodge are:

S 15 38' 06.8"

E 030 31' 56.4"

Accomodation

The lodge is built on the bank of the Zambezi River, with a rare view of the river and the valley stretching up stream for about 30km. Accommodation is in traditional thatched chalets with
en- suite bathrooms and all beds are equipped with mosquito nets.
Seven chalets with ceiling fans are available and the swimming pool offers a welcome alternative in the warmer months where visitors can cool down, relax and enjoy the magnificent view.

Meals and drinks are enjoyed at the central dining room or around the fire at the "Braai".
All venison collected in the hunting concession is utilized in the kitchen and our cook; with her support team, will prepare delicacies like Hippo stew and Elephant pies. Cooldrinks and local Mozambique and Zambian beers are included. Specialities can be imported by prior arrangement.