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India is a landscape
dominated by numerous rivers, which makes it an ideal place for
fishing. The Central Himalaya region in the Garhwal and Kumaon hills
is probably
 one
of the last refuges of truly wild mahseer. The only other area where
the fish thrive is in southern India on the River Cauvery. The
latter is, however, a far less challenging environment than the
upper valleys of the Himalayas.
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The Mahseer (Barbus tor putitora) is the most spectacular fish
present in many of the rivers originating from Himalaya’s and
flowing ultimately into the Bay of Bengal. It can easily swim
upstream, against rapids at over 20 knots and can grow up to 125
lbs. Also present in plenty in these rivers are Goonch - Popularly
known as Catfish. These are handsome fish whose fast-flowing river
environment makes them extraordinary strong so that they put up a
memorable fight when hooked. Their habitual - fast-flowing rivers
that descend through spectacular mountain valleys in almost
continual rapids - offer not only tremendous sport but also
wonderful scenery and solitude. As ever, the best fishing tends to
be in the less explored remote areas.
Corbett Ramganga Resort (owned by our sister concern-Surbhi
Adventures P. Ltd.) is situated on the northern boundary of famous
Corbett National Park, right on the banks of gin clear River
Ramganga which is famous world over for Mahseer and Catfish. An
ideal place surrounded by dense forest on all sides and River
Ramganga flowing with our boundary it’s the greatest fishing venue
you may visit in India. Biggest catches recorded at our Resort were:
Mahseer of 76 lbs and catfish of 112 lbs in May 2002 (last season).
Our resort is spread over 20 acres and all modern facilities are
available. For adventure lovers we have deluxe safari tents with
wall to wall carpet and all modern comforts such as regular beds,
separate luggage space, table and chairs inside the tents, attached
constructed bathroom with running hot & cold water, shower etc. If
interested in deluxe or luxury accommodation than one can try our
regular room or suite (2 room apartments-one living cum drawing room
+ one bedroom, tastefully furnished with all modern comforts).
There are two periods of the year when anglers concentrate on
Mahseer fishing in India: In Autumn (Sep/Oct/Nov), as the rivers
begin to clear after the monsoon, and in Spring(March/April/May),
when the early monsoon rain begins to raise the level of the rivers
again. The Himalayan rivers can be expected to clear around the end
of September. In spring, the optimum fishing time can be variable
ranging from the beginning of March to end of May. Mahseer migrate
down the rivers in the autumn as the river levels drop. They ascend
again as the monsoon corners in late spring. Each river varies in
its characteristic to promote the run of fish and the timing is
notoriously difficult to predict. For this reason the trip involves
visiting different rivers/venues. Our trips will take anglers to
some really remote areas where local villagers have rarely, if ever,
seen non-Indian travelers. The aim of these trips is to provide
experience of a wide range of Himalayan rivers. Though the distances
may not appear very great on a map, several journeys like Ramganga
and the Jaujibi confluence are literally the ‘end of the road’
before entering military areas on the China-Tibet border. Camping is
rigorous. There will be camps at different venues, Two man ridge
tents are carried. The trip leader and boys accompanying the party
are very experienced. Excellent food is prepared almost entirely
from fresh provisions purchased en route.
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The most enjoyable Mahseer angling is to spin or lure fish for them.
The role "big water - big fish - big tackle" applies. For the
smaller rivers, a 1.5" spoon on 15-lbs line will be adequate but
fishing at a large river confluence will require 25-lbs ultra thin,
transparent line with much larger spoons. Spoons predominantly
silver are most successful but MEPS Spinners, 3, 4 & 5/Rappela/Giant
Killers can also be used. Jointed Plugs and Snap Swivels are also
used to great effect. Fish are taken on worm when the rivers are
coloured but locally made flour/hempseed mixture can also be used.
With regard to tackle, all you need is a rod and any heavy-duty reel
that are able to withstand the rigours of wading/falling in rocky
rivers. Modern carbon/boron fibre rods are not really tough enough
to withstand the rough treatment they are liable to be subjected to,
the best ones are undoubtedly the last generation of 10 ft.
glass-fiber rods. Whether to use a fixed spool or level wind reel is
largely a matter of personal preference, but a level wind provides
the best control over the fish. A reel needs to hold not less than
150 yds. Hooks of at least 4x strength are essential - lighter hooks
will simply be straightened out on the first run the monster will
make.
The best known Fishing venues in India are :
River Cauvery in southern India (Stay in modern tents).
Jia Bhoroli river - A tributary of River Brahmaputra in Assam,
(White water rafting available. Stay in Modern tents).
The junction of Nayar River and the Ganges at Vyas Ghat, Garhwal,
(Stay in camping tents).
The juction of the Sarju River with the River Kali at Pancheshwar,
Kumaon, (Stay in camping Tents)
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The Junction of the Sarju River and Eastern Ramganga of Rameshwar,
Kumaon. (Stay in camping tents).
Western Ramganga near Corbett National Park, Kumaon.(Stay in modern
tents).
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