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Fly Fishing Lessons in Dullstroom

Patient, on-water coaching for beginners through advanced anglers. Master casting, presentation, and fly selection on real Dullstroom water at venues like Laverpa and Valley of the Rainbow.

  • Beginner fundamentals: tackle, knots, casting, safe handling
  • Intermediate/Advanced: line control, nymphing, film/emerger work
  • Venues include Laverpa & Valley of the Rainbow
  • Optional gear available (rods / reels / flies)

The best way to learn fly fishing in Dullstroom is a full-day on-water lesson (8:00 am to 14:00pm) focused on casting, presentation, and leader/tippet setup, using locally proven dries and emergers on 3x -5X– tippet.

Learn with Local Experts

We teach skills that travel with you: from first casts to delicate film presentations. Lessons are tailored to your level and the day’s conditions—so you leave confident, not confused.

Beginner Fly Fishing Lessons (Dullstroom) Full-day • 6 hrs

** Dry Fly fishing lessons only **

Perfect for first-timers to intermediate anglers. We cover:

  • Rods, reels & fly lines
  • Intro to casting & presentation
  • Essential knots & leader setup
  • Fly selection basics
  • Hooking, playing & safe release
  • Precision casting & line control
  • Nymphing strategies
  • Dry-fly & emerger presentation on technical water
  • Streamer tactics & retrieves

Did You Know?

Longer leaders land quieter. A 12 ft leader with 5X–6X reduces micro-drag and refusals in glassy Dullstroom windows.

Rise forms speak. Dimples = emergers in the film; switch to Klinkhåmer/Shuttlecock before changing size.

Purple works. Purple Haze variants remain a sleeper on selective fish in bright conditions.

What’s best for you?

Option Focus Who it suits
Half-Day Lessons can be arranged - please inquire, rates might change
Full-Day Lesson Coaching. Minimal fishing time, focus is on learning Best for: Beginners
Guided Trip Applying on water real time tactics to conditions Weekenders - Intermediates

You’ll walk away able to:

  • Choose leaders/tippet for conditions
  • Deliver drag-free drifts & manage slack
  • Read rise forms and match silhouette/size
  • Rig single/double dry and dry-dropper confidently

Where we teach

Laverpa. Real conditions, real feedback, faster progress.

🎣 Fly Fishing Packages & Prices – Dullstroom Lessons

Flexible options for beginners and intermediates. Venue day-permits billed separately.

Full-Day Guided Trip • 1 Person

R3,500

  • 7 hours • 7:30–14:00pm (incl. lunch break)
  • Advanced techniques & watercraft
  • Real-time on-water instruction
  • Dry, Dry Dropper tactics
  • Excludes day-permit fees
  • Venue: Laverpa (R390 permit)
  • Advanced techniques & watercraft
Book Half-Day

Full-Day Guided Trip • 2 Clients

R5,000

  • 7 hours • 7:30–14:00pm (incl. lunch break)
  • Advanced techniques & watercraft
  • Real-time on-water instruction
  • Dry, Dry Dropper tactics
  • Excludes day-permit fees
  • Venue: Laverpa (R390 permit)
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Lessons – FAQs

Do I need any experience?
No—beginners are welcome. We start with fundamentals and build at your pace.
What should I bring/wear?
Layers, hat, polarized sunglasses, sunscreen, grippy shoes/boots, water & snacks. We can provide rods/flies on request.
Where do we meet?
Typically in Dullstroom (e.g., Mavungana) before heading to the venue. Confirmed on booking.
Can families or mixed-ability groups learn together?
Yes—sessions are tailored. We plan breaks and rotate focused coaching so everyone progresses.

Did You Know? Dullstroom Fly Fishing Facts

These unique factors make Dullstroom the country’s premier fly fishing location — and the perfect classroom for your lessons.