John Wilson MBE with a shore caught 40 pound Nile perchIn 1993 the African Angler had the privilege of pioneering fishing safaris on Lake Nasser located on the River Nile in Southern Egypt. For the past 18 years we have been operating big game fresh water fishing safaris targeting one of the world’s largest fresh water fish the legendary Nile perch.
The Aswan High Dam was built in the 1960's and the resulting Lake Nasser flooded over 5,250 km2 of the Nile Valley, creating one of the largest manmade lakes in the world; it is hard to comprehend how big Lake Nasser really is, an example comes to mind. The flying distance between London Heathrow airport and Cairo airport in Egypt is 3,511km – the shoreline of Lake Nasser is 7,844km twice that distance – a big fishing area to say the least!
The fish populations of the original Nile River system were presented with a huge lake to live in and have thrived in their new habitat, especially the Tilapia and their predators, Nile perch, Tiger fish and big catfish.
“Another interesting experience is shore fishing… Where else, for instance, can you work artificial lures from the shore anywhere in the world, either in fresh or salt water, and encounter fish in the 20lb to 100lb category. Nasser is quite unique in this kind of experience, believe me!”
John Wilson MBE England’s best known angling writer and TV personality
Most of your big Nile perch will be caught trollingNILE PERCH – Fishing Safaris – HOW THEY WORK
Boat safaris are similar to the traditional African style of safari where overland vehicles are used for game viewing while large support trucks carrying the equipment and staff, go on ahead to set up luxury camps. Our fishing safaris are similar except we use boats instead of vehicles.
Boat safari units are made up of live aboard boats skippered by experienced English speaking Nubian fishing guides. The live aboard boats are supported by a mother ship which is manned by a safari crew who will do their best to insure you enjoy your safari. The mother ships have a built in kitchen, dining and recreation areas, toilets and showers providing you with all the requirements for a comfortable camp.
Most anglers who visit Lake Nasser for the first time have an excellent chance of catching the largest fresh water fish of their life and have an angling adventure they will never forget. For detailed information about all the aspects of fishing on Lake Nasser please refer to the following guides which you will find in the navigation panels:-
Fly Fishing for Nile Perch - top navigation panel
Lure Anglers Fishing Guide - left navigation panel
Tiger fish, amazing sport on light tackle
FISHING SAFARI UNITS
Fishing safari units are made up of live aboard fishing boats supported by a Mother Ship. You spend the day fishing and exploring the lake in your fishing boat and then link up with the mother ship for meals and overnight stops. Each fishing boat is skippered by experienced English speaking Nubian fishing guides; most of our guides have been escorting safaris on Lake Nasser for twelve years or more. Refer to page About African Angler
Mother Ships are an essential part of a well-organized safari unit; they carry the equipment, provisions, fuel and the safari staff leaving the live aboard boats free to do what they are designed for – catch fish. Mother ships are fitted with a built-in kitchen, dining area, toilet, and shower and there is plenty of space on the upper deck to relax sunbathe or just watch the world go by. Most people are pleasantly surprised at the standard of food on safari; the style of cooking is a blend of western taste merged with Nubian cuisine, which is superb. With approximately one member of staff per person, there is little to do except relax and enjoy your holiday. Each of our mother ships is equipped with a satellite telephone which can be used if required.
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Fishing Boats can accommodate up to three anglers. Fishing boats are divided into two sections, cabin and living area and then the fishing decks. They have on board sleeping facilities with two full-sized single bunks and at night the cabin can be enclosed by canvas, providing a cosy sheltered sleeping.
The bow deck and stern decks provide ideal casting or trolling platforms and there is also an all-round deck in case a quick manoeuvre is needed when that big fish takes a dive under the boat. They are fitted with long-range fuel tanks, a 12v lighting system, a fish-finder, scales up to 220lb. and plenty of storage space for your equipment. Unlike the house boats the fishing boats do not have an on board toilet and shower, these facilities are provided for on the Mother Ship.
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House & Fishing Boat Combo: House Boats are bigger than the fishing boats with two spacious cabins which sleep four people comfortably. They are fitted with a toilet, shower and a small galley. The sun deck is a comfortable shaded area which is ideal for relaxing and sightseeing. They are twelve meters long, powered by two 85hp outboard engines with long-range fuel tanks and the electricity supply is provided by an on board generator.
House boats are not designed for fishing; you live comfortably aboard a house boat and use your second boat for fishing, this second boat can be either a standard fishing boat or a stealth boat. Having two boats is the ideal way to include your family on a fishing holiday, while they explore the lake in the comfortable house boat, you can go fishing in the smaller boat. This combo also works well for small groups of friends; the more of you who share a house boat the less expensive the safari becomes.
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Four sharing one Fishing Boat: If you don’t mind being a bit crowded with your accommodation this system is the most cost effective and is also a great fishing arrangement. Because of the method of trolling on the lake, it is difficult for four anglers to troll effectively from one fishing boat without serious line tangles. When four anglers share a fishing boat we also include a Stealth Boatwith its own fishing guide as the second fishing platform; two anglers fishing from each boat is the ideal fishing combination!
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Thanks for the sport you are free to go
Stealth Boats can fish hot spots more quietly and efficiently than is possible from our larger fishing boats. Whilst our bigger boats are also excellent fishing platform a stealth boat has the advantage of being smaller and less obtrusive. They can be quietly drifted or rowed over underwater promontories or past rocky drop-offs, allowing anglers to cast lures, or wobble dead bait without the commotion caused by a bigger boat. Stealth boats carry two anglers and are skippered by an experienced fishing guide and can easily be towed between fishing grounds.
“The kind of hospitality shown by Tim and his guides is seldom seen these days and the atmosphere was incredibly friendly ".
Steve Pitts.
CHOICE of SAFARIS
We operate two kinds of fishing safari, each offering slightly different options. Or, if you are just passing through Aswan and don’t have enough time you cancome for one day fishing.
If you would like to combine your fishing holiday with visiting some of ancient Egypt’s incredible ancient monuments then please let us know; living in Egypt we are in a good position to offer you good advice.
Day Fishing
Start Day: You can come on any day of the year
Duration: One day
Start: Aswan
If you are passing through Aswan, you can gofishing on Lake Nasser any day of the year. We will collect you from your hotel or cruise ship at 08.00am and then transfer you to your fishing boat for full day’s fishing. We return to Aswan at approximately 4.30pm when we will transfer you back to your hotel or cruise ship.
Go To - Day Fishing in the left panel for details.
Bagrus catfish
Lake Nasser Safari
Start Day: Monday
Duration: 7 Nights & 8 Days
Start: Cairo or Luxor
This safari is designed for anglers who would like to come on their own or with a friend and then join in the atmosphere of a sociable camp with other fishermen. If you would like to book a single place on one of these safaris you are welcome, we will guarantee your place and then try to find a suitable partner for you to fish with; if we are not successful you have the option of having the fishing boat for your own use.
Go To - Lake Nasser Safariin left panel for details.
Nubian Safari (Private Safari)
Start Day: Any day of the year
Duration: For as long as is required (Minimum charter two nights and three days)
Start: Aswan
Charter a safari unit made up of one or more live aboard boats with a mother ship and safari crew in attendance for your own private safari which canstart or end on any day of the year and last for as long as is required. The Nubian safari offers a degree of independence which many anglers prefer and is ideal for a small group of friends who would like to set out and explore the lake at their own pace on a private fishing adventure which has few equals anywhere.
Go To – Nubian Safariin left panel for details.
"What happened next will stay with me to the end of my life. One second the lure was wobbling quietly towards me, perhaps 25 yards away. The next it was hit with unbelievable power...."
Dr. Barrie Rickards Ph.D., D.Sc. (Cambridge) "Kings of the Nile” Coarse Fishing
GETTING TO LAKE NASSER
Flights to Egypt and the internal flights within Egypt are not included in the price. Flights to Egypt are not expensive; prices vary so it’s worth doing some research. Refer to page Information & Booking in 
Camp site with mother ship and fishing boatsthe header navigation panel for information to help you find a suitable flight.
You have the option of flying into either Cairo or Luxor.
Cairo: There are regular daily connecting flights between Cairo and Aswan.
Luxor: Luxor is closer to Aswan, a convenient and cost effective start point for your holiday. Luxor’s international airport has frequent charter and scheduled flight connections with the UK and most European countries. The transfer to Aswan is either by road or air; we can assist with these arrangements. If you would like to plan to arrive a few days earlier and visit some of Egypt’s famous antiquities; let us know and we will be pleased to help you with your arrangements?
LAKE NASSER - ANGLING INFORMATION
This is an important topic for anglers so we have gone into quite a lot of detail which you will find in the left navigation panelrefer to the sections
Target Species Information on the species of fish you will be targeting
Nile Perch Fly Fishing Nile perch & Tiger fish are exceptional sport on a fly rod
Lake Nasser Fishing Guide A lot of all-round useful information but mainly for lure anglers
You may be interested in getting a copy of our book Nile Perch ‘The Ultimate Guide for Anglers’This book is co-authored by Tim Baily who pioneered Nile Perch safaris on Lake Nasser and is a world authority on the subject of fishing for this huge predator and Barrie Rickards an experienced pike angler and fishing journalist who was captivated by Nile perch and Lake Nasser.
For details refer to the left navigation panel - Nile Perch – The Ultimate Guide
