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Welcome...
To
Tigerfishfrenzy.com - the website that has been designed
to help anglers learn more about the Tigerfish of the Upper Zambezi River
and the methods used to catch them. I hope you find it entertaining,
informative and easy to use.
Editor
and Guide
Haydn
Willans
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About Us
Do
you really want to know more about the critter who started TFF and how it
came about? Well OK, if that kind of thing interests you then click here
to learn more about the founder of TigerfishFrenzy.com and what inspired
him to make such a website.
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The Upper Zambezi
A
detailed description of the Caprivi stretch of the Zambezi River,
what makes it one of Africa’s premier
freshwater sport fishing areas and how it’s changing seasons effects the
Tigerfish and the different techniques used to catch them.
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The Tiger Fish
The
Tigerfish is a fierce and wily creature that demands respect from all
forms of life that may happen across its path and is regarded by most as
being the best freshwater game fish in Africa. In this page you will
find: the description, distribution & habitat, general behaviour,
breeding patterns, lifecycles of the tiger fish of the upper Zambezi.
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Fly-Fishing For Tigerfish
 Hook your fly onto a passing freight
train and hold on….. You’re about to experience what it’s like hooking into
a big toothy tigerfish. We give you all the ins and outs of fly-fishing
for tigers, everything from what weight rod and line you should bring to
what colour fly you should tie and what type of retrieve is most
preferred by the professionals.
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Spinning for Tigerfish
 Is the first tiger fish you hook
going pop your drag, snap your rod, and make home with your favourite
lure… after reading this section we hope not – here’s all you want to
know about spinning and cranking for tigers, everything from rods, reels,
lures and lines to tactics and techniques.
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Trolling for Tigerfish
 The ear piercing scream of a reels
drag being put to the ultimate test drowns the sound of a purring motor –
the “striped water dog” now has a 150m head start on you, a wry smile
crosses your grin as you are much relieved you read this section on
trawling and decided to take the advice given on equipment and
techniques.
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Drift Bait for Tigerfish
The
guide dresses your trace up with a fish you would have been glad to have
caught back home and calls it “bait”, you ask him what size tigerfish
he’s expecting to eat that, and he replies with a dead pan face “Don’t
worry we’ll try for the larger ones this afternoon.” Don’t be caught
wondering whether you’ve brought the right gear. Check out this section
for all the info on drift baiting and what is needed.
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Accommodation
Although
after visiting this site you will be more informed about the ways and the
means of the tigerfish and be better prepared to catch them, nothing can
replace the value of using a professional fishing guide, fishing without
one could mean the difference between a fabulous fish filled fishing trip
or a frustrating fishless one. There are not many lodges and fishing
camps on the Upper Zambezi, but the Nguni Houseboat is one that has a dedicated
team of professional fishing guides and provides luxury accommodation to
all discerning fisherman. Check out this page for more information and
links.
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River News and Water Level Updates
Check
this page out for weekly fishing, weather, and game viewing reports from
the Captain of the Nguni Voyager Houseboat on the Zambezi
and Chobe rivers.
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Tackle Box
Tools
maketh man & Fisherman! Check out what
equipment is a must for any person coming to fish the Upper Zambezi for
Tigerfish. You will find info on everything from Rods and reels to line,
fly material and fish finders.
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Gallery
If
you don’t believe the stories why don’t you look at some hard core proof?
Here are some pictures of my clients who have reaped the benefits of a
bountiful Upper Zambezi.
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Contact Us
If
you would like to get hold of me for any reason, drop me a line, I’m
interested in any feedback you may have - here are my details.
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