Fishing and Angling

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Major Fishing & Angling Destinations: Himalayan Valleys, Uttarakhand, Jammu and Kashmir, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam.
Best Time for Fishing & Angling : The months of May to September are best for fishing and angling in India.
Fishing & Angling - Go Get the Mahseer or the Catfish !

India has magnificent facilities for water sports of fishing and angling. This sport is the greatest tribute to the enormous power and zest of Indian rivers. Lots of Fishing and angling sports are organized on the various rivers in India. Apart from water bodies in wildlife sanctuaries, rivers such as Cauvery, which meander through the forested regions of Karnataka offer both adventure and opportunity for nature lovers. Yet, there are several untouched rivers on the Indian sub-continent that are untouched. These include the Ramganga and the upper reaches of the Ganges in North India, the Cauvery in South India and the great Karnali river in remote West Nepal.

Fishing and Angling

For a long time, fishing and angling have been one of the favourite water sports for people across India. Both these adventure activities are best suited to the Indian peninsula, because of its numerous rivers that originate in the upper reaches of the Himalayas and flow through the Gangetic Plains. The rivers, lakes and streams of India are home to several variety of fish, which include Trout, Mahseer, Salmon, Bass and Shark. India is the only breeding ground for the Mahseer, the toughest fresh water fighting fish in the world. Other favourite fishing varieties are the Golden, the Silver, the Silver Grey and the Black Mahseer. Besides, the Indian coastal stretch of the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal are home to saltwater fishes like Sailfish, Tuna, Marlin, Tarpon and Bonefish. Angling is another popular kind of fishing related activity, which is used for fish conservation. The fishing activity is considered as an environment friendly sport. Angling is restricted to breeding seasons of fishes, as fishes can be protected while they are reproducing. In fact fishing and angling are the excellent water sports for all, right from the person who loves to eat fishes or who tries these just for pleasure and fun.

Fishing & Angling Tips

Most anglers visiting the abundant watershed of India, immediately become overwhelmed with the vast amount of angling opportunities at their disposal. But, no one answered question, article or book can teach you how to catch all the species from all the different types of marks, using a wide variety of technique. The first step to becoming a good angler is to consciously want to be better. There is no substitute for experience. You have none, or not much at your disposal, take the help of people who are experienced. Angling is a game of options. When you're not catching, the more options you have the more likely you are to have a solution.

Equipments Required

Basic equipments required for fishing and angling include a barbed metal hook, nylon or Dacron line, rods, spoons and reel. The trolling and casting from the surf are common methods of fishing. For fishing in salt water, one needs heavier rods and reels of the bait-casting type. Ask for Tour

Fishing & Angling Camps in India

Beemeshwari, Doddamakati and Galibore in Karnataka, together make a perfect destination for anglers, as the river Cauvery is the natural habitat of the world famous fish, the Mahseer. Bheemeshwari, located at a distance of 100 kms from Bangalore, Doddamakati, is just 46 kms from Bheemeshwari while Galibore, is 16 kms away from Doddamakati. In the state of Assam seasonal fishing camps are set up at Potasah, which is near to the town of Tezpur. Other famous camp sites are the Tourist Bungalow at Bhalukpong, the banks of the Jia Bhoroli River or the tourist lodge at Tezpur town.

Major Fishing & Angling Sites

Tirthan Valley, Himachal Pradesh

Himachal is known as one of the best destination when it comes to leisure activities like fishing and angling. One such destination is Tirtan valley, which will mesmerize you by the natural surroundings of snowclad peaks. Watching the sun go down spreading variant hues in the sky is another sight to see at Tirthan. And if you take pleasure in exploring the surroundings, then there are plenty of trails near the Sereolesar lake side, just waiting to be discovered.

The Ramganga and Kosi Rivers, Corbett National Park

Fishing and angling in the rivers Ramganga and Kosi are like a dream come true for an angler. Large Mahseer and even larger Goonch rule the pools of the Kosi and the Ramganga, the same pools where Elephants, Tigers, Deers and the wild animals residing in the famous Corbett National Park come to refresh themselves. Rods are hosted at the luxurious Camp Forktail Creek, also home to a great birding host.

The Sarju And Eastern Ramganga Rivers, Kumaon

Another attractive angling site in the state of Uttranchal is situated among the Kumaon hills. First angling tour starts at the site of river Sarju from the famous Balaghat Gorge near Bageshwar to Kapkot on the way to Pindari Glacier. The second angling tour starts from Eastern Ramganga from Tejam and all the way down to Deval, Bans and Rameshwar.

Fishing Camps and Lodges

Cauvery Fishing and Nature Camp Nestled along the mighty Cauvery river is the Cauvery Fishing and Nature Camp, world renowned as home to the great 'Mahseer' - the finest tropical sporting fish known to man. Another attraction, which these sort of fishing and nature camps offer is trekking through thick forests and exploring the natural surroundings. So come and discover peace and fun together and you will actually feel the travails of city life fading away.

Kali Wilderness Camp, Dandeli

The location of the Kali wilderness campsite is blessed with stunning topography and the surging currents of the Kali River make this river site one of the best water sport adventure destination. Botanic luxuriance and the exhilarating rush in the veins as your native saucer-shaped coracle hurtles over the seething waters. Some of the special packages provided at this river camp include adventure package of white water rafting and an all inclusive rafting trip with boarding and lodging facilities.

Kabini River Lodge, Karpur

Kabini river lodge, the name synonymous with the ultimate wildlife resorts in India. The virgin jungle on the banks of the greenest of paradise, cleanness of rivers, and freshness in air like nowhere else in India. Kabini river lodge, a unique wildlife resort at Karapur, is tucked in the southern fringes of Karnataka's Rajiv Gandhi National Park. Wildlife enthusiasts whether on a quick getaway trip or looking for a longer stay can take up any of the exciting customized packages, when visiting the lodge.