Season 4 - Episode 10

The surrounds and solitude of the Natal Midlands are what draws any stressed soul to throw a line in pursiut of the ferral trout that bless the Wildfly waters. But of course when you invite 180 fly fishers down to wade, tube and thrash the water, you can be sure that no weed bed will remain unmolested and the sought after trout firmly notched up. This is exactly what happened at the 2008 Hyundai Corporate Trophy Challenge Qualifying Legs and Final. 

Season 4 - Episode 10

Man has left his mark or scars in most corners of our planet, but with a little effort you can still find the places that will rekindle your spirit. This and the prospect of the striped water dog patrolling the waters above Victoria Falls is what had us leading another expedition to this immense waterscape.

Join us as venture up the Zambezi in search of that Trophy Tiger.   

Season 4 - Episode 9

It is often said that fishing, as in life, is all about the journey and not the destination. While most would agree that reminiscing on the lessons that we've all learnt in our devout following of the piscotorial faith, you cant help revelling in the venues that inspire our journals. Yelcho was such a venue, and we explored its rich trout laden waters that flow from the Andes into the fabled Land of Giants. 

Season 4 - Episode 8

Fishing stories are the fuel that ignites the passion in every angler, and they keep the water world of possibilities alive. So when we happened upon the Title "Fishing Yourself Single" it struck a chord that begged to be read, and we had to experience the magic of a place where you can literally target any fish you can find in the Indian Ocean, for ourselves. Join us and co-author, Craig Thomassen, in search of a few of  the specimens that we read about in his exploits.

Welcome to Rio Azul.   

Season 4 - Episode 7

Landscapes are what define any fishing trip, and this voyage takes us through the fjords of Southern Chile, to the fabled land of giants…Patagonia. This is an area that houses the largest ice fields in the Southern Hemisphere outside of Antarctica and is defined by the longest mountain range on our planet, the formidable Andes.Join the Wildfly team on this unforgettable experience.

Season 4 - Episode 6

Landscapes are what define any fishing trip, and this voyage takes us through the fjords of Southern Chile, to the fabled land of giants…Patagonia. This is an area that houses the largest ice fields in the Southern Hemisphere outside of Antarctica and is defined by the longest mountain range on our planet, the formidable Andes.Join the Wildfly team on this unforgettable experience.

Season 4 - Episode 5

Our travels begin in the majestic Kamberg Valley for the renowned Kamberg Bells Festival, and then its off to the outer islands of the Seychelles to target the elusive milkfish, as well as the trout capital of the world for the World Fly Fishing Championships in New Zealand, and then on an adventure along the water ways of the Zambezi in search of trophy tigers.

And last, but not least, to the fabled land of giants, Chile Patagonia. Join us as we look back. 

Season 4 - Episode 4

Described by Jacques Cousteau as one of the last sanctuaries on our planet, it doesn’t take a lot of imagination to see why the outer islands of Seychelles have spawned more stories than the prolific fish populations that it protects. Join the Wildfly team as they explore this sanctuary and
even target the elusive Milkfish, to round off the multitude of species that Alphonse Island has to offer.

Season 4 - Episode 3

In the most southerly part of the Seychelles lies a 170 square kilometer game fish haven, the atoll and lagoon of Farqhuar - discovered in 1501, much to the delight of the fanatical fly fishers who migrate here for the summer season. The flats of outlying coral atolls are the marine equivalent of the great plains of Africa and they are home to a vast variety of fish species. Watch the Wildfly team take them on fly. 

Season 4 - Episode 2

The reputation of New Zealand fishing is world renowned and consequently every angler who has the incurable fishing pox makes his pilgrimage to this holy land of trout. The lakes of North Island and the legendary Tongariro river, house an impressive array of browns and rainbows, as wild as they are unique in their coloration. Join us on an unforgettable trip to the world’s trout capital, for the World Fly Fishing Championships in New Zealand. 

Season 4 - Episode 1

From it’s source in the highlands of Zambia, the Zambezi River carves a path stretching two and a half thousand kilometers, creating a natural wonder that is the worlds largest waterfall. There’s a number of ways that you can enjoy this vast river system but one could argue that the only way to truly experience your surrounds is to take your house with you- and this is exactly what we did. Join us as we explore the Zambezi on some of the best houseboats that Southern Africa has to offer. 

Season 3 - Episode 26

Stretching some 1000km from its highest peaks in Lesotho, demarcating Kwa-Zulu Natal and the Eastern Cape, the Drakensburg escarpment is an area infested with trout, and it houses one of the most prodigeous populations of rainbow and brown trout that you'll find anywhere in Africa - Which was the only reason the Wildfly team needed to tackle up and traverse this breathtaking landscape to land a few prized trout. 

Season 3 - Episode 25

When you put any number of fly fishing strangers together in pursuit of the same goal, you're sure to see the rivalry run rampant. The venue for the Wildfly National Fly Fishing Championships was the renowned wine belt of South Africa, mimicking European conditions as much as below the equator can produce on the freestone streams of the Western Cape.

Season 3 - Episode 20

Reaching this stage of South Africa’s premier fly fishing competition has been for many a feat in itself and the lads have certainly earned their return invite to the The Hyundai Corporate Trophy Final 2007. Lake Le Seuer is a remarkable piece of water, and regardless of an anglers experience this lake has the ability to frustrate and confound the best. This is where the final takes place as teams from across the country battle it out to win a fly fishing trip of a lifetime to New Zealand.

Season 3 - Episode 19

The Drakensberg mountain range towers over Wildfly country, and its waters feed and preside over the patrons who take the time to indulge their favorite pastime. Trout fishing may for some be a game of cat and mouse, and fortunately for the trout at the 2007 Kamberg Bells Festival, once caught, unless a trophy, it’s back to toy with another day. Watch as the competitors of this year’s competition take on the trout that these top quality fly waters have to offer. 

Season 3 - Episode 18

To say it’s been an eventful year would be like describing our winning the world cup as a mild entertainment. There’s not a lot than can compare, but the Wildfly team have had a few moments that rank right up there! Join them as they journey to the ‘Garden of Eden’ that is Alphonse and St Francios, as well as the island paradise of Matemo and  Medjumbe, the unexplored waters of Southern Angola and back home to take on the tigers of Jozini and trophy trout of the Natal Midlands. This is the best of the best. 

Season 3 - Episode 16

There are not many true African adventures left and most frontiers have been tamed. Yet here in the very heart of the lower Zambezi remains an environment virtually untouched and richly abundant with life. Wildfly travels to this unexplored destination to experience the essence of a continent and the thrill of taking on the piscavore that rules these currents. This is a must see for all fly fishing and wildlife enthusiasts.

Season 3 - Episode 14

Ferocious strikes that might see you consider swimming after your rod are the hallmark of the striped water dog, and like it’s namesake, when caught, they aren’t about to roll over. So if the thought of taming a tiger on fly is driving you to distraction but the idea of traveling into the middle of Africa stops you in your tracks, then make the effort to visit the only lake where these formidable creatures abound in South Africa. We travel to this incredible body of water spanning just over 16000 hectares to take on these fresh water piscavores.

Season 3 - Episode 13

The old adage so many species so little time is an understatement. So when you elect to travel halfway around the world to wet a line you need a significant reason to do so. Well a migration of fish that you physically cannot count, coupled with the chance to target the fighting prowess of the steel head was enough to get the winners of the Hyundai Corporate Trophy Challenge on a plane to British Columbia to target the legendary Fish of a Thousand Casts. 

Season 3 - Episode 12

The old adage so many species so little time is an understatement. So when you elect to travel halfway around the world to wet a line you need a significant reason to do so. Well a migration of fish that you physically cannot count, coupled with the chance to target the fighting prowess of the steel head was enough to get the winners of the Hyundai Corporate Trophy Challenge on a plane to British Columbia to target the legendary ‘Fish of a Thousand Casts.

Season 3 - Episode 10

Watch as the teams compete for the Million rands worth of prizes! Corporate Trophy Challenge 2007

Season 3 - Episode 9

After 27 years of civil war, peace has finally been restored to a piece of Africa that has more natural wealth than mere oil or diamonds. Angola is five times the size of the United Kingdom and the wet interior highlands form the cup that catches what is essential to all forms of life. Follow the Wildfly team as they aptly demonstrate that the fly in its own right is a formidable weapon to take on the ambush tactics of the tiger and the gluttonous feeding habits of the Nembwe. 

Season 3 - Episode 8

After 27 years of civil war, peace has finally been restored to a piece of Africa that has more natural wealth than mere oil or diamonds. Angola is five times the size of the United Kingdom and the wet interior highlands form the cup that catches what is essential to all forms of life. Follow the Wildfly team as they aptly demonstrate that the fly in its own right is a formidable weapon to take on the ambush tactics of the tiger and the gluttonous feeding habits of the Nembwe.

Season 3 - Episode 7

There are very few first rate destinations that avid fishermen are willing to pass on through the coral vine. The string of islands and atolls that make up the Quirimbas are a living example of this, now protected in a 1500 square kilometer National Park. Join the WildFly team as they explore this paradise and the Legendary Lazarus Banks.

Season 3 - Episode 6

The string of islands and atolls that make up the Quirimbas are home to every species of game fish that can be found off the East coast of Africa.Medjumbe is a protected marine sanctuary that offers fly fishers the opportunity to tackle the multitude of species that frequent these shores. So take a look at the Wildfly team in action.

Season 3 - Episode 4

The islands of Alphonse and St Franscois are renowned as the finest salt water fly fishing destinations in the world. From shoals of bonefish to trophy GT’s, Giant Barracuda and the sought after milkfish. These remote Atolls give any fly fisher the chance to catch a wide variety of superb gamefish on fly.

Season 3 - Episode 3

Milky Myth:Long thought to be impossible to take on fly, it is ranked as the hardest fighting fish you will ever experience on fly. We venture to the renowned sanctuary of Alphonse to witness these shoals of prize fighters and experience the thrill and devastation that hooking into a milk fish can bring.Seeing is believing and this is a must see for all fisherman.

Season 3 - Episode 2

Sterkfontein is renowned for its prolific population of yellow fish that form the main attraction for fly fishers who stalk the shores, but this impressive body of water houses a few other species worthy of targeting on fly. And its why, when it comes to fresh water there is no better hunting grounds than the expanse of Sterkfontein.

Season 2 - Episode 13

Memories tend to get obscured by time, and what sticks in your mind might not be given a second thought by others. But now you can experience the thrill and awe of hooking up that prize specimen all over again as we take you back to the freshwater mountain trout streams of the Natal Midlands, the yellow fish rivers of Southern Africa, the ferocious tigers of the Zambezi, and to the picturesque shores of the Seychelles. This is the Best of the Best.

Season 2 - Episode 12

Situated on a 30 square kilometer lagoon of the Mhlatuze river, Richards Bay is South Africa’s largest harbour. Although fishing within this area is very restricted, Wildfly has earned an invitation to explore the diversity of species that this ecosystem has to offer. Watch as the Wildfly team catch a total of 14 species over 2 days, many a first on fly!

Season 2 - Episode 11

The road to the Hyundai Corporate Trophy Challenge 2006 had been smooth sailing for some. They sauntered into Nottingham Road and slayed the water, catching fish in every session. Those who made it to the final are back to conquer the 194 acre Lake Le Sueur.

Season 2 - Episode 9

We explore the vast expanse of Cahorra Bassa in search of the trophy Tigers for which it is renowned. Amid aggressive hippos and opportunistic crocodiles, the WildFly team follows the capenta trail to the beasts that feed almost exclusively on this baitfish. Be prepared to pack your bags as we break a rod or two.

Season 2 - Episode 8

Join us as we lead you on a quest to the jewel of the Seychelles. This Archipelago has a total of 158 islands, many uninhabited save for the protected salt water inhabitants that make up this a veritable Garden of Eden. If fly fishing were a religion then the remote atolls of the Seychelles would amount to the Holy Grail.

Season 2 - Episode 7

Between the monuments of geological upheaval flow fresh mountain streams that are home to feisty rainbow trout. We traverse the highlands of Lesotho to find the untapped rivers that are teeming with fish. From the source of the Senqu river to the grand Katse dam, the Wildfly team trek in search of the wild trout.

Season 2 - Episode 6

There is a marvel of nature that is unique to our wilderness, a feeding frenzy that would have every self respecting fly fisherman’s adrenaline spiking. It’s an incredible sight to behold, wave upon wave of sharp tooth catfish chasing baitfish to the Delta, followed by the predatory Tigerfish. We chase this migration and gorge ourselves on aggressive antics of the striped water dog. 

Season 2 - Episode 5

Even if you are a seasoned angler and are used to the marginal exaggeration that we’re all prone to, when you hear from the horses mouth that a days bag exceeds 50 fish per rod you can’t help but raise your eyebrows. We head to the Vaal River to verify whether this is fishing folklore.

Season 2 - Episode 4

here are several hundred species of fish throughout the Zambezi system but they all pay homage to the Striped Water Dog and only the Nile crocodile or flat dog ranks higher in the underwater food chain. To take this beast on fly is every fisherman’s dream, so join us as we take the fight to the dog.

Season 2 - Episode 3

There are several hundred species of fish throughout the Zambezi system but they all pay homage to the Striped Water Dog and only the Nile crocodile or flat dog ranks higher in the underwater food chain. To take this beast on fly is every fisherman’s dream, so join us as we take the fight to the do

Season 2 - Episode 2

These fish have survived 125 million years of evolution, and their reputation for stripping you into your backing at 36 kilometers an hour has made them one of the most sought after inshore species that a fly fisherman can pursue. It is sight fishing at its best, wading the flats in search of the elusive ghost of the flats. 

Season 1 - Episode 13

This is the best of the best, from the fresh water mountain trout streams, through the yellow fish rivers to the tigers of the Zambezi and the Okavango Delta. This Highlight’s show takes you to all the destinations covered at length by the full discs set.

Season 1 - Episode 12

The warm turbid waters of the Vaal River are the new hunting grounds for prospectors with a fly. When you witness a days bag exceeding 50 fish per rod youll know you’ve struck gold. Watch South Africa’s finest anglers haul in the fish and our provincial anglers battle it out to take top honours and become a Sybase Protea. 

Season 1 - Episode 9

There can be no doubt that the African continent holds hardy fresh water specimens whose ferocity is legendary. But pursue what you will and the true fly fisherman in you will always come home for a feisty rainbow or elusive brown. And this was exactly what enticed 180 anglers down to Natal for South Africa’s premier fly fishing competition, the Hyundai Corporate Trophy Challenge 2006. 

Season 1 - Episode 8

We venture to the reefs of Bazaruto tackling the kings and queens of the Indigo Archipelago. From sight casting amongst shoaling baitfish to reef drifting the deep blue, the WildFly team discover that any species will take a fly.

Season 1 - Episode 7

The home of Wildfly waters,the majestic Kamberg Valley is the setting of the 10th Kamberg Trout Festival brought to you by Bells Whiskey. 30 dams play host to 150 anglers who compete for the coveted title. Take a look at some of South Afruca’s top trout waters and the trophies they produce.

Season 1 - Episode 6

Tropics have their allure no doubt but the rolling hills ambling up to the majestic Drakensberg mountain range continue to call. The debate of bank fishing versus float tubing is contentious, join us as we explore the benefits of float tubing and the merits of stalking your trout from the banks of the renowned Wildfly waters.

Season 1 - Episode 5

The remote outer atolls of the Seychelles must rank as the finest saltwater fishing in the world. Farquar Island is a fly fishers Valhalla, where schools of bonefish abound and the legendary GT’s roam. Let us take you to a marine paradise and show you how to entice this diverse range of fish onto your fly.

Season 1 - Episode 4

The remote outer atolls of the Seychelles must rank as the finest saltwater fishing in the world. Farquar Island is a fly fishers Valhalla, where schools of bonefish abound and the legendary GT’s roam. Let us take you to a marine paradise and show you how to entice this diverse range of fish onto your fly.

Season 1 - Episode 3

Hunting Wild Browns- The Mooi River is the finest brown trout river in South Africa. Home to 100% wild spawned fish. Wildfly show us how to stalk these wily adversaries.

Season 1 - Episode 2

IN SEARCH OF EL DORADO: Also known as the Dolphin fish the dorado is one of the most colourful species off the KZN Coast. Watch their acrobatics as they thrash through the water at speeds of up to 56km per hour.

Season 1 - Episode1

The Yellowfish has earned a deserved reputation as one of our finest freshwater game fish. The Wildfly Team head to Sterkfontein Dam to find a cure.