Will & Dre's Fishing Reports

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There is but a few words that will describe Rietvlei dam accurately. They include BLANK ,BIG FISH,PERSONAL BEST and NOTHING! The dam is challanging to fish and alot of preparation and knowledge is needed to truely make a success of your fishing trip. Fishing is allowed on the Norhtern and Western shores, motor boats however are not allowed.

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How to get there

GPS coordinates: 25 52’34.8 S,28 16’47.6 E

From the R21 take the Irene Rietvlei dam off-ramp. Drive in an easterly direction, at the first 4-way stop, turn right towards Olifantsfontein and the St Georges Hotel. Drive for 1,5 km, crossing the Sesmylspruit. On the left is a sign indicating Rietvlei Nature Reserve, turn left and follow the road up the hill to the main gate.

Fish species in the dam

Common carp,Mirror Carp, Carnary Tilapia (Kanarie Kurper), Threespot Tilapia, Sharptooth barbel, Yellow Fish

Catch some fish

Bait: Tiger nuts,Tutti Fruitti maize pit, Earth worms
Rigs: Heli rig (Helicopter rig) , Lead core safety rig, hair rig
Distance: 50m – 90m

Catches

Carp:

8kg caught on a tutti frutti maize pit on a hair rig at a distance of 60m

Kurper:

Caught on earth worms dipped in guava at a distance of 40m -45m

Checklist

Safety rating: 90% – (Go to the dam safety rankings)
Wife friendly: Yes
Ablution facilities: Yes
Cleanliness rating: 52%
Camping: Yes
Electricity: No
Recommended number of anglers per fishing spot: 2 – 4
Do I need to book: No
Chalets: Yes
Catch and release: Yes
Difficulty: Very difficult

Admission

Admission times: 5:30am – 19:00pm
Admission fees: R35.00 (Adult), R20.00 (Children 6-12 years),R20.00 (Pensioner 60+ years), R350.00 (Seasonal ticket), R50, R50.00 (overnight camping – PLEASE REMEMBER TO BOOK A WEEK IN ADVANCE), R25.00 (Vehicles), R600.00 (Overnight chalet)

Contact Details

Tel: 012 345 3917