Goliath Tigerfish Fishing In The Congo: FAQ
A: Fishing for goliath tigerfish on the Congo River is possible the whole year. The best time is from June to September during the dry season as the level of the Congo river gets lower, making it easier to catch them. If you want to come outside of this period, you can of course also catch them.
A: Yes, you can. The rainy season doesn’t mean that it’s raining the whole time. We sometimes have long periods without rain as well. Rain is often during the night and if it’s during the day it’s mostly intense for a few hours, it rarely rains for more than one day non-stop.
A: Our fishing expert knows the Congo river very well and knows all the best spots and times to find them. Usually two – three days suffice to catch a few, and often we hit jackpot on the first day. If you want to catch several species then we recommend 4 to 7 days so you can hunt for a big one.
A: You take the flight to Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo. We will pick you up at the airport and get to the lodge by boat on the Congo River or by 4×4.
A: We are located up north from Kinshasa, about 2 hours by speedboat on the Congo River.
A: Kinshasa and its bordering provinces have been calm for a long time now. Our lodge is located in a calm region without increased crime or conflicts. We will assure safe transfers between the airport and our camp.
A: In order to provide the best possible fishing experience, we only sell fishing packages up to three persons at a time for now.
A: Certainly, we can add a few days in and around Kinshasa, visit sites of interest such as Zongo falls, Kimpese Falls, the historical city center and botanical garden of Kisantu, combined with a bonobo-expedition
A: We ask all of our clients to bring their own fishing material as it’s hard to get any new material: 40 lb braid, 8 to 9 ft surf spin rod. Poppers, fz lures, plastics, paddle tail, frogs. Black, olive, white and mixed. One ounce jig heads, 40 lb trace knottable, couple MEPs spinners, and rapala. Reel min 8000 shimano or Penn, good quality. The reason for the longer rod is for casting from a bank, shorter 8 ft from a boat. Two pieces.
A: Fishing gear, adequate clothing, protection against the sun (a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen), DEET or other mosquito repellent, insecticide spray for your room, powerbanks, torch, spare batteries, electricity plug convertor, basic medication, toiletries, an extra towel, waterproof bag for your gear.
A: Yes, there is a risk. Please, consult your doctor about preventive medication and avoid Lariam at all cost if possible. Bring a strong mosquito repellent such as DEET as well as an extra bug spray for the room. We advise you to wear long pants, closed shoes with socks and to use repellent as much as possible. Mosquitoes are mostly active from the late afternoon until the morning after.
A: The only vaccination you need to enter Congo-Kinshasa (DRC- is yellow fever vaccination. Make sure that you have your vaccination card with you. For other vaccinations, please consult your doctor.
A: Yes, you need a visa to fly to Kinshasa. We can get you a legalised invitation letter so you can apply for a visa at your nearest embassy or alternatively we can help you to get a visa-on-arrival (visa volant) which is valid for 7 days at 590 usd pp.
A: Your booking is confirmed after a 25 percent deposit and signing our waiver and booking conditions. The full balance has to be paid at least 60 days before your departure. We advise you to book at least six months ahead of your departure since places are limited.