Explore the Wild Waters of Tanzania
Discover the thrill of fishing on the legendary Malagarasi River and the Nyerere Dam with Firetail Fly.
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Happy clients we have world-wide.
Fly fishing is all about anticipation and exploration
Each cast and river bend offers a chance to connect more deeply with nature. Whether you're fishing a mountain stream, ocean flat, or raging rapid, it’s the pursuit of wild places that draws us in. Every catch is a bonus, and each release is a moment to appreciate the natural world.
Firetail Fly takes its name from the flash of a tigerfish’s tail and the stories shared around a campfire at the end of a long day on the water. Built on decades of guiding experience, Firetail Fly was founded to offer anglers a truly exceptional African fishing adventure while protecting the wild places that make it possible. We believe great fishing and responsible conservation go hand in hand. Our operations are designed to minimise our environmental footprint while supporting the long-term protection of Africa’s rivers, wildlife, and landscapes.
Our Story
Our mission is simple to create extraordinary fishing experiences without compromising the integrity of the environment that sustains them.
What We Offer
Firetail Fly delivers more than a fishing trip – it’s an intimate, world-class adventure shaped by passion, expertise, and the wild beauty of Tanzania.
Guided Fishing Tours
Explore the Malagarasi River with the best guides in the business.
Unique Location
Experience Moyowosi National Park, a sanctuary of African biodiversity.
Safari Extensions
Complete your journey with safari experiences through our trusted partners.
Expert Guides
Led by Africa's most experienced fishing guides.
Commitment to Conservation
Sustainable practices to protect Africa's wildlife.
Exclusive Experience
Limited rods per year for a truly intimate adventure.
Team Behind firetail fly
Stu Harley
Owner & Pro Guide
Greg Ghaui
Owner & Pro Guide
Membership
Exclusivity & Membership
Two Frontier Fisheries, One Extraordinary Country — Destinations.
We operate exclusively in Tanzania — a country whose remote rivers and reservoirs still hold the kind of fishing you thought no longer existed.
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The Malagarasi River
The Malagarasi River is one of Africa’s last truly wild river systems, flowing through Tanzania’s vast Moyowosi wetlands and offering an extraordinary wilderness, world-class tigerfish fishing, and a conservation story that extends far beyond the water.
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Nyerere Dam
Pricing & Bookings — All-Inclusive Expeditions.
We operate exclusively in Tanzania — a country whose remote rivers and reservoirs still hold the kind of fishing you thought no longer existed.
7 Nights / 6 Full Days Fishing
Malagarasi River
Western Tanzania · Moyowosi
Low-pressure water, technical structure, and concentrated tigerfish in a truly untouched system. Remote wilderness fishing at its purest.
USD $9,000
Per angler
Maximum 4 anglers
Includes
- Professional guiding and fishing activities
- Single accommodation in riverside camp
- All meals
- Beers and house alcoholic beverages
- Fishing permits and park fees
- Boat transfers to and from camp
- All domestic travel within Tanzania
- One night hotel accommodation in-country
- Laundry service
Excludes
- International flights
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Gratuities and personal items
7 Nights / 5.5 Days Fishing
Nyerere Dam
Southern Tanzania · Nyerere NP
Big water, mobile fishing, and aggressive tigerfish in a vast and constantly evolving environment. Expansive dam exploration unlike anywhere else.
USD $10.5K
Per angler
Max 8 anglers
Includes
- Professional guiding and fishing activities
- Single accommodation in riverside camp
- All meals
- Beers and house alcoholic beverages
- Fishing permits and park fees
- Boat transfers to and from camp
- All domestic travel within Tanzania
- One night hotel accommodation in-country
- Laundry service
Excludes
- International flights
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Gratuities and personal items
7 Nights / 6 Full Days Fishing
Malagarasi High
As the rainy season draws to a close, the river swells, breaching its banks and the surrounding grasslands, marking the onset of the high-water fishing season. This surge of water through the grassy plains serves as a natural filter, so that by the time it rejoins the main channel, its waters are crystal clear.
USD $9,000
Per angler
Single accommodation · Maximum 4 anglers per week
Includes
- Professional guiding and fishing activities
- Single accommodation in riverside camp
- All meals
- Beers and house alcoholic beverages
5 Nights / 5.5 Days Fishing
Malagarasi Dry
During September, the Malagarasi River transforms into a very different fishery. The water recedes well below its banks, forming a small meandering ribbon through the wilderness. The fish population concentrates around structures and tight bends in the river.
USD $10.5K
Per angler
Maximum 6 anglers per week
Includes
- Professional guiding and fishing activities
- Single accommodation in riverside camp
- All meals
- Beers and house alcoholic beverages
7 Nights / 6 Full Days Fishing
Nyerere Dam
Experience one of Africa's last truly wild river systems. The Malagarasi expedition combines remote wilderness travel, trophy tigerfish fishing, and a comfortable riverside camp deep within the Moyowosi landscape.
USD $10.5K
per angler · Single accommodation
Maximum 4 anglers per week
Includes
- Professional guiding and fishing activities
- Single accommodation in riverside camp
- All meals
- Beers and house alcoholic beverages
- Fishing permits and park fees
- Boat transfers to and from camp
- All domestic travel within Tanzania
- One night hotel accommodation in-country
- Laundry service
Excludes
- International flights
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Gratuities and personal items
Seasons to Fish
Wild & New: July - Feb
Experience largely unexplored body of water surrounded by some of the continent’s most remarkable wildlife habitat.
High & Clear: May - June
Enjoy crystal-clear waters as the river swells, congregating Tiger-fish into groups—perfect for keen anglers.
Low & Lush: Sept & Oct
The river transforms into a classic floodplain, presenting a refined challenge for those looking to test their casting skills.
Itinerary & Logistics
Malagarasi River Itinerary
Your journey begins with a stay in Dar Es Salaam, followed by a morning flight to Kigoma, where our team will transport you to the camp—accessible by road and boat for a true adventure.
After a week of incredible fishing, you’ll travel back to Kigoma for an overnight stay at the Hilltop Lodge, overlooking Lake Tanganyika. The following morning, you’ll take your flight back to Dar Es Salaam.
Malagarasi River Expedition
Nyerere Dam Itinerary
Your journey begins with an overnight stay in Dar es Salaam before a morning flight into Nyerere National Park. On arrival, our team will welcome you and transfer you to camp by road and boat, where your expedition into one of Africa's greatest wilderness areas begins.
After an unforgettable week on the water, you'll return to Dar es Salaam, arriving in time to connect with your onward international flight or continue your travels.
Nyerere Dam Expedition
Partnered Safaris
Complete Your Adventure: A tiger-fishing safari with Firetail Fly places you close to Africa’s iconic wildlife. We proudly partner with Odysseia to offer safari extensions, from luxury lodges to multi-day gorilla treks, creating a holistic African adventure tailored to your interests.
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Guided fly fishing expeditions on Tanzania’s wildest waters. Conservation-first, small groups, tight lines.
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