Lunga

Lunga cuts through Central Province, Zambia and offers classic river fishing. The local patterns are the universal river patterns: fish the heads of pools at first light, the deep slow water in the middle of the day, and the tail-outs as light fades. Light tackle and a careful drift go a long way at Lunga — heavy splashes spook a whole pool.

Location

-14.2667, 29.7333 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species Reported in Central Province

These species are commonly caught at fishing spots across Central Province. Conditions at Lunga may vary.

Fishing Techniques

• For Chessa

  Fish near submerged vegetation or rocky areas, as Chessa often forage in these locations, and use a slow retrieve to allow them to spot and strike the bait.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species reported in Central Province.

Plan Your Trip

Anglers heading to Lunga should sort licences and confirm seasonal regulations for Central Province before the trip. A quick weather check the morning of helps too — wind direction in particular can make or break a session at a spot like Lunga.

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