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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.

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  • 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
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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.
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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.