The best fishing venue on the Vaal

Fishing

Deep water, moving channels, rapids and guided fishing on the Vaal.

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Discover the experience

From the riverbank

A few good
fishing stories.

Real catches from Dimalachite guests. Every photograph features the fish at the heart of the story.

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From quiet stretches of deeper water to moving channels and rapids, Dimalachite offers more than one way to cast a line. Fish from your campsite, explore with your inflatable boat or canoe and target the species you want, or book a guided fishing trip. With deep holes scattered along the riverbank, this is an excellent opportunity to hook a trophy fish. Largemouth yellowfish of up to 12 kg have been caught and released here, and beautiful smallmouth yellowfish are landed regularly. Common and mirror carp of up to 15 kg frequently take the bait, along with large grass carp. For anglers who enjoy powerful fish, mudfish of around 3 kg and barbel of up to 20 kg often make the reels sing.

Fish from camp

Book a dedicated fishing stand if you want to fish directly from your campsite. Not every riverfront stand is suitable for angling.

Fishing Options for Accommodation Guests

Guests staying in our lodges and tents can choose between shared and private fishing sites.

Shared fishing sites · No additional cost

Four shared fishing sites across the resort are available to all accommodation guests. You share the fishing area with guests from other units.

Private fishing sites · Additional cost

For keen anglers, we recommend reserving a private fishing site exclusively for your unit for the period booked. Please enquire about availability and costs when booking.

Guided fishing tours

The best option if you want to improve your chances of getting a few fish on the line. All equipment is supplied, and your guide helps with rigging and supports you throughout the session. Morning and afternoon sessions are available. It is a family experience and no previous fishing experience is needed. Guided fishing trips depend on river levels and weather conditions and cannot be booked far in advance. Please enquire during the week of your visit to confirm availability.

Look after the catch

Catch and release applies. Take your photograph and return the fish to the river as soon as possible.

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Protect the river experience

Enjoy nature.
No music, please.

Dimalachite is a place to escape the stress and noise of the city. Music is not permitted. Please keep noise to a minimum and be considerate of other guests who have come to enjoy the river and nature.

Enjoy the music of nature. Respect the peace of others.

Keep up with life by the river

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