WikiCatchLake Kariba
Matabeleland North, Zimbabwe
- lake
- 6 species listed
- -16.9373, 27.9753
Lake Kariba is a lake in Matabeleland North, Zimbabwe. WikiCatch lists 6 fish species for this water, including Kariba tilapia, Cornish jack, Elongate tigerfish. The nearest other water we map in Matabeleland North is Kabuya River, 59 km away.
Species at Lake Kariba
Map
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Nearby waters
- Kabuya Riverriver59 km
- Chilambastream61 km
- Karungwizi Riverriver63 km
About Lake Kariba
Set in Matabeleland North, Zimbabwe, Lake Kariba is a lake that holds the typical mix of warm-water and cool-water species you'd expect for the area. Anglers fishing Lake Kariba usually focus their effort on transitions: the edges of weed beds, points that stick out into deeper water, and the shaded sides of any inflow. Early morning and the last hour of light tend to be the most productive windows on a body of water this size.
Reference: Wikipedia
Fishing Techniques
- For Kariba tilapia
Use light tackle and small hooks as Kariba tilapia have relatively small mouths and can be easily spooked. Try chumming with breadcrumbs to attract fish to your fishing spot.
- For Cornish jack
Fish near structure like submerged trees or rocky outcrops, and vary your retrieve speed to find what triggers strikes.
- For Elongate tigerfish
Use a wire leader to prevent bite-offs as Elongate tigerfish have sharp teeth. Vary your retrieve speed to find what triggers strikes.
Recommended Gear
Tackle commonly used to target the species at Lake Kariba.
Plan Your Trip
Before fishing Lake Kariba, make sure your licence covers Matabeleland North, Zimbabwe and that any species-specific seasons are open. Local regulations change year to year, so check the current rules rather than going from memory.
Other Fishing Regions in Zimbabwe
Website data snapshot: October 24, 2026. Spot location from OpenStreetMap and Wikipedia, species from the WikiCatch database.