Game Sports Fishing Kenya- Marlin, Sail & Sword Fish, Trevally Sport Fishing Article

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Game Sports fishing Kenya- marlin, sail & sword fish, trevally sport fishing

Kenya big game sports fishing, enjoys a reputation for being one of world’s great salt water- destinations. Caught & set free are a huge number of big game fish. Blue marlin, Dorado, sail fish, giant trevally, bill fish & elusive broadbill swordfish

Author: Robert Muhoho

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The warm blue waters of the Indian Ocean pay host to a huge variety of species, a cast list that features pretty much of all of the world’s major species of big game fish. Best of all, so far as visiting anglers are concerned, Kenya has a strong game fishing tradition, a tradition which is reflected in the large numbers of top quality boats and their thoroughly professional crews that you’ll find based at strategic locations along Kenya’s coast.

Big game Sport Fishing seasons in Kenya

Many locals argue that in reality there is a 12 month fishing season in Kenya, though from a practical point of view April and May fall within the main rainy season on the coast, and not surprisingly fishing activity during this short period is at a minimum. June and July see a gradual increase in activity offshore but for many, skippers and anglers alike, August marks the start of the fishing season proper.

From September through until Christmas the fishing is invariably excellent, while many regard January through until middle of March as being ‘high season’, as this is the period when fishing for the king of salt water game fish, the marlin, traditionally hits its zenith.

Kenya sport fishing centers and locations

There are three major angling centers found along the Kenyan coast including Malindi and Watamu, two and two and a half hours drive north of Mombasa respectively, and a couple of hours drive south at Shimoni near the Tanzanian border. Good quality angling boats are also located at Mtwapa and Kilifi Creeks and also on Lamu Island.

Big game fishing boats and prices in Kenya

Wherever you decide to fish, it is important you select a reputable charter operation, Kenya has many. Avoid the temptation of paying less to fish aboard boats of unknown pedigree. Yes it will cost more to fish aboard a top boat, prices range from (at the time of publishing) US$ 669- US$ 1,051. Per boat for up to four anglers fishing a full day and are generally dependent on season, but at least you will know your boat has a full inventory of safety equipment and that the skipper and the crew are sufficiently experienced.

Also, you’ll stand a far better chance of hooking the fish of your dreams if you fish with an experienced crew who know what they are doing!

What you need to carry for sports fishing tours

Reputable angling operations provide all the necessary angling equipment and soft drinks within the price, occasionally lunch; all you need to provide are high factor sun cream, sun glasses and a hat.

About Author

Robert Muhoho is a tour operator with landmark safaris. Check them out for more on Kenyan big game sports fishing info;
http://www.landmarksafaris.com/tours/sports.php

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Game Sports fishing Kenya- marlin, sail & sword fish, trevally sport fishing