Zambezi 6-day fishing tour: Tiger fish & catfish

Catch tiger fish and catfish on the Zambezi, then drift downriver at sunset

A 6-day guided fishing tour on the Zambezi River based at Mubala Camp, where you fish for tiger fish, catfish and other species on a catch-and-release basis, with daily sundowner boat cruises included. The camp provides accommodation, meals at your own cost, and a guide who also handles transport from Katima Mulilo Airport. Children from age 6 are welcome.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1: Arrival and camp introduction

• Meet guide at Katima Mulilo Airport
• Transfer to Zambezi Mubala Camp
• Unpack and explore camp surroundings
• Dinner at camp restaurant

Day 2: First fishing and sunset cruise

• Breakfast at camp
• Fishing trip on Zambezi River
• Lunch break (own expense)
• Sunset boat cruise with snacks
• Dinner at camp restaurant

Day 3: Full day fishing and cruise

• Breakfast at camp
• Full day fishing with expert guide
• Lunch break (own expense)
• Sunset cruise with snacks
• Dinner at camp restaurant

Day 4: Fishing and optional activities

• Breakfast at camp
• Fishing or other camp activities
• Lunch break (own expense)
• Optional sunset cruise or relax at camp
• Dinner at camp or tent/fireplace

Day 5: Fishing and romantic sunset cruise

• Breakfast at camp
• Full day fishing for various species
• Lunch at camp restaurant
• Romantic sunset boat cruise with snacks
• Dinner at camp restaurant

Day 6: Final fishing and departure

• Breakfast at camp
• Last fishing expedition on Zambezi River
• Transfer to Katima Mulilo Airport

The experience

The fishing happens on the Zambezi itself. You're on the water each morning after breakfast, working the river with an expert guide who knows the best spots. Tiger fish and catfish are the main target, though you'll also have chances at tilapia, nambwe and other species. All catches go back, so the river stays healthy. Fishing tackle and the boat are provided. If you lose or damage equipment, you cover the replacement cost. Lunch breaks fall between noon and 3 p.m., timed to the heat of the day, and you eat at the camp restaurant at your own expense.

Every afternoon, 1.5 hours before sunset, the camp runs a complimentary boat cruise with light snacks and drinks. These aren't fishing trips. They're a chance to drift and watch the light change on the water. Days 2 through 5 follow the same rhythm: fish, break, fish again, then the cruise. Day 4 gives you the option to skip fishing and try other camp activities instead, though those cost extra. On your final morning (Day 6), you get one last fishing session before the guide transfers you back to Katima Mulilo Airport.

Accommodation is at Zambezi Mubala Camp for all six nights. Breakfast is included each day. Dinner is at your own cost (around USD 20), and so are any drinks from the bar. The guide speaks English and also drives, so there's one person handling both the fishing instruction and the logistics. Return transfers from the airport are included on arrival and departure.

What’s included

• Accommodation at Zambezi Mubala Camp for six nights.
• daily breakfast.
• guided fishing with boat, fuel and basic tackle.
• complimentary sundowner cruises each afternoon with snacks and drinks.
• return transfers from Katima Mulilo Airport.
• English-speaking guide who also drives.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 06:30

Book up to2d before

AgesAdult (14 to 85 years) · Child (6 to 13 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Beyond Africa Safaris (Pty)Ltd

Is this one for you?Choose this if you're a catch-and-release angler who wants to base yourself at one camp for six days, fishing daily with guided support and unwinding on sunset cruises rather than moving between locations.

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 13 years). Children under 6 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. No refund if you cancel.

What species of fish will I catch on the Zambezi River?

Tiger fish and catfish are the main targets, and you'll also have chances at tilapia, nambwe and other species depending on the day and water conditions. All fishing is catch-and-release to protect the river ecosystem.

Is the sundowner boat cruise included in the price?

Yes, the sunset cruises are complimentary and run daily at 1.5 hours before sunset, with light snacks and beverages served on board. On Day 4 the cruise is optional. You can also relax at your tent or by the fireplace instead.

What meals are included, and what do I need to pay for?

Breakfast is included each day. Lunch and dinner are available at the camp restaurant at your own expense, roughly USD 20 per meal. Drinks from the bar also cost extra, around USD 5. The camp can accommodate vegetarian diets and allergies if you note them at booking.

How does the transfer from Katima Mulilo Airport work?

A guide will meet you at the airport at 6:30 a.m. on Day 1 and drive you to Mubala Camp. On your final morning, after breakfast and a last fishing session, the same guide transfers you back to the airport. Both transfers are included.

What happens if I damage the fishing equipment?

Fishing tackle, the boat and fuel are provided. If you lose or damage any equipment during use, you pay for the replacement at your own expense.