Fishing Report April 2026

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Fishing Conditions    

                     

Temp (River): Average of 18ºC – 20ºC

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Water Clarity: The water is relatively clear. 

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Water Level: 85.41%

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Rainfall: 18mm

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Other Conditions: The Water level has increased slightly since last month. 

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Fishing Area: From Mpalane Bay, in front of Nkwazi Lake Lodge, Pump Station, the bay as you pass the KZN Wildlife campsites, Elephant Bay 2-8m and towards the mouth of the main Dam. Just be careful of tree stumps in the water. 

 

Fish Caught

 

Tiger Fish Sizes: Tiger Fish caught during the month ranged from 1kg – 5.4kg. The largest one of 5.4kg was caught on sardine. Not too many big fish were caught but there was plenty of action with the smaller Tigers.

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Total Tiger Fish: An average of 1022 Tiger Fish were caught off the Pongola Game Reserve boats. The best baits being sardine, chicken livers & chicken hearts.

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Other Species: Barbel were also caught while fishing for Tiger Fish using sardine and chicken livers.

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Lure Colour of the Month: No specific colours stood out as more successful this month.

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Important News: The game viewing and birding has been spectacular while out on the water fishing, with great times had by all!

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