We’re very excited to be hosting a trip to Vanderkloof dam to target Largemouth and Smallmouth Yellowfish from 18 – 22 November 2025. Join us on this exciting fly fishing trip to one of South Africa’s premiere yellowfish destinations.
*All images are courtesy of Diamond River Outfitters
The trip runs from 18 – 22 November 2025, which falls slap-bang in the prime season for this unique fishery. We secured this week with our good friends Diamond River Outfitters.
Day 1: Arrival at the hotel in Vanderkloof Town and gear preparation. Depending on arrival time, we will get an introductory session on the lake for a late afternoon close to the town. The first afternoon will get you comfortable on the boat and the casting dialed in for the days to some.
Day 2-4: We have an early morning start with coffee and a rusk before the longer boat haul to the secluded bays in the main dam. This is where things get serious! We mix up fishing from the boat to bank structures and parking on the many islands and coves to walk and stalk the banks. Your guide is your spotter and will generally take the high position and call out the fish to you, in position and ready to make the first cast count. This is a sight fishing paradise and you will likely see many hundreds of fish a day, mostly Smallmouth Yellows but in-between the Smallies lurk the behemoths, waiting for their chance to pounce.
Day 5: Breakfast at 07:30am and departure. Guests are welcome to fish the dam or river for the morning before departure. Guides will be preparing gear and equipment for the next group of guests.
The Vanderkloof trip package has everything you need for an enjoyable and relaxing fishing experience. To enhance your experience, we offer the following add-ons (availability depending):
