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Angler at Valley of the Rainbow, Dullstroom

Guided Fly Fishing • Valley of the Rainbow

Dullstroom, South Africa • Clear dams & seasonal river pools

Valley of the Rainbow Fly Fishing Estate

A privately owned retreat just outside Dullstroom—serene dams, seasonal river pools, and rich biodiversity. Expect fish eagles overhead, otter tracks at the edges, and glassy morning slicks.

Fishing Features

  • Three trout dams; rainbow stocked quarterly (occasional browns).
  • Winter river pools (Witpoort) restocked for technical sight fishing.
  • Catch & release ethos; barbless only. Harvest option at R190/kg.
  • On-site gear & curated flies (incl. VR Caddis) for rental/purchase.

Accommodation & Access

  • Luxury Mill Rooms on the water’s edge.
  • Country house, tented chalets, luxury log cabins—close to dams/rivers.
  • Trails, hides, and forest walks for non-anglers and off-hours.

Water Management

Top dam acts as a summer sediment catchment; outflow returned to the river to keep middle/lower dams clear. In winter, all dams + selective river pools run crystal for dries and emergers.

Winter Stocking Plan

  • Top Dam — ~800 g rainbows; high numbers (50+).
  • Middle Dam — ~1 kg rainbows; medium numbers (30–50).
  • River Pools — clear, spring-fed; ~800 g rainbows.
Angler with rainbow trout at Valley of the Rainbow
Clear banks and calm edges make for great dry-fly windows.

Expert Dry Fly Guide Services

Half-day, full-day, and weekend trips tailored to your goals. We’ll help you choose patterns and techniques that work right now.

What’s Included

  • Optional gear rental (rods, nets, curated flies).
  • Presentation coaching: single/double dry, dry & dropper.
  • Local knowledge, trout behaviour, and on-day fly selection.

Recommended Gear

  • 3–5 wt soft–medium action; floating line.
  • Tippet 4X–6X mono (fluoro optional for droppers).
  • Leaders 9 ft 3X (add tippet). Dries: Klinkhåmer, Shuttlecock, Caddis Emerger, Parachute Adams, Hoppers (14–20). Droppers: buzzers/nymphs (16–20).

Perfect For

  • Families & first-timers
  • Corporate team days
  • Experienced anglers exploring new water
  • Nature lovers & photographers

Pricing

Rates exclude venue rod fees and accommodation. Groups/corporates priced on request.

Full-Day Trip Single Client

R3,500

Full-Day Trip Two Clients

R5,000

We operate from Johannesburg and travel to Dullstroom; advance bookings required. 🕐 Year-round | All skill levels welcome.

🎣 Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time?

Autumn (Mar–May) and Spring (Sep–Nov) for optimal temps and hatch activity.

What species?

Rainbow & brown trout in dams, plus seasonal river pools.

Do I need experience?

No—tailored instruction for beginners to advanced anglers.

Is gear provided?

Optional rentals available (rods, reels, leaders, flies).

Where do we meet?

At the selected fishing venue or another agreed spot in Dullstroom.