Congo River

Weaving across the very heart of Africa and through the impenetrable equatorial rainforest, the vibrant Congo River is the deepest and most voluminous on the continent. Below the Boyoma Falls, it spreads in tranquil lake-like pools and creates dozens of large and small islands, each an idyllic fishing spot. The climate is hot and humid all year round, contributing to the lushness of the rainforest. The local fauna is also incredibly rich: if you’re lucky enough, you might see a herd of buffaloes or hippos grazing in the distance, curious monkeys, and, of course, African crocodiles. Even rare signs of human presence, like a tiny local village or a homely cable ferry, only emphasize the wild primordial feel of this place: take a single step away from the shabby buildings and find yourself in the depth of the jungle. And still, local fishing spots are astonishingly varied. Deep mainstream watercourses are as common as wide swampy shoals, while heavily wooded banks give place to barren and rocky ones. In these generous waters one can hunt for the enormous Nile Perch, aggressive Tigerfish, large African catfish species, and other fish of the most bizarre shapes and colors.