Off Shore , Reef Fishing and Fly Fishing at Kiwayu in Lamu Archipelago , Coast of Kenya
10 Jun 09
Kiwayu is privileged to be in one of best fisheries on the Kenyan Coast . The jagged rocky coast line and reef running closeby off Kiwayu provide for very interesting features for the fisherman .
Whether you are trawling with rapalas , spinning or fly fishing . There are numerous of species to test you , perhaps none more so than the Giant Trevally ,with weights up to 80 pounds , they hide out around the rocks in safety and provide really excellent sport . Kingfish come into the channels at high tide , schools of Golden Trevally feed in masses off the reef along with big numbers of Bonito . Pampano are found at the bay outlets .
A whole variety of species provide for a varied sport in various conditions. The best months for off shore fishing are November through to early April .
A useful link is to see www.aardavrkmcleod.com and they have posted a report by expert fisherman Peter Gibson of Hardy Grey who came on a fishing trip at Kiwayu in March 2009. He caught 70 fish in 5 days and will be back for more.
You will need to provide your own equipement if you wish to use a spinning rod or fly rod.
If you have any questions please don´t hesitate to email the office.