Picture 200lb Silver Kings erupting from jungle-backed waters at the mouth of the mighty Cuanza River. This is Angola’s premier Tarpon fishery, exclusive to Sportquest Holidays, and one of the most exciting big-game destinations on the planet.
The Silver Kings here are joined by an extraordinary cast of heavyweights. African Threadfin to 90lb, Cubera Snapper breaking 100lb, and super-sized Jacks all patrol these waters. From the freshwater river stretches to the bluewater beyond, the variety is unmatched. Fish upriver for Threadfin, work the estuary for Tarpon, or run offshore in search of Cubera Snapper, Tuna or even Marlin. Every strike is violent, every fight unforgettable.
With limited commercial pressure and strict catch-and-release practices, the fishery is thriving. High numbers and large sizes are the norm. Whether drifting live baits, working jigs, or popping across the surface, you will experience raw, high-energy action throughout the day. Each session is tailored by your captain, with boats ready to run both inshore and offshore depending on the conditions and your goals.
Back on land, Kwanza Lodge provides spacious, air-conditioned rooms, a riverside pool, and a restaurant serving fresh seafood, grilled meats and traditional Angolan dishes alongside international favourites. Cold drinks at the bar and open-air dining round out the evenings, with comfort and service to match the scale of the fishing.
Book your trip today and test yourself against Angola’s giants at Kwanza Tarpon Lodge with Sportquest Holidays.
The season runs from January to December.
Season: November to April
Peak: February to April
Weight: 10lb to 270lb
Average Weight: 40lb
Season: May to August
Peak: June & July
Weight: 20lb to 120lb
Average Weight: 35lb
Season: All Year
Peak: All Year
Weight: 10lb to 65lb
Average Weight: 24lb
Season: November to April
Peak: February to April
Weight: 20lb to 110lb
Average Weight: 40lb
Season: November to April
Peak: February & March
Weight: 100lb to 400lb
Average Weight: 200lb
Season: November to April
Peak: February & March
Weight: 50lb to 130lb
Average Weight: 60lb
Season: November to April
Peak: February & April
Weight: 10lb to 100lb
Average Weight: 40lb
Season: November to April
Peak: November to February
Weight: 10lb to 50lb
Average Weight: 20lb
Depart Any international airport - Arrive Luanda
Depart Any international airport - Arrive Luanda
Depart: TBA
Arrive: Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport
General Note
General Note
Please note: Depending on your chosen international airport, an overnight flight and/or hotel stay may be required, which may affect your departure and return dates. Your itinerary will be finalised once travel arrangements are confirmed.
Independent flight/travel arrangements can be accommodated, though our flight-inclusive packages are recommended to ensure seamless integration into your holiday plans.
Transfer from Luanda Airport to Kwanza Lodge
Transfer from Luanda Airport to Kwanza Lodge
Upon arrival, a representative from Kwanza Lodge will meet you at the airport and assist you through the arrival process. After collecting your luggage and exiting the terminal, your driver will be waiting to transfer you to the lodge, a journey of approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Once at the lodge, you’ll have time to unpack, settle in, and prepare for your exciting week on the water.
Kwanza Lodge
Overnight Accommodation
Kwanza Lodge in a Single Room on a Full board basis
Fishing
Fishing
During your first three days of fishing, you’ll explore a range of productive areas known for their exceptional Tarpon fishing, whether in the river systems or out on the open ocean. Your captain will guide you on the most effective techniques based on conditions and location. In addition to Tarpon, there’s a variety of other exciting species available. If you’re interested in trying something different, simply speak to your captain for recommendations.
After each day on the water, you’ll return to the lodge to unwind. Whether you choose to relax at the bar, enjoy the surroundings, or take a well-earned afternoon nap, the evenings are yours to enjoy at your own pace.
Kwanza Lodge
Overnight Accommodation
Kwanza Lodge in a Single Room on a Full board basis
Fishing
Fishing
During your final two days of fishing, your captain will take you offshore in pursuit of the giant Marlin that roam these rich waters. Hooking into one of these powerful predators promises an adrenaline-filled battle that you’ll remember for years to come. In addition to Marlin, there’s also the chance to encounter hard-fighting Tuna, offering fast-paced, high-energy action that’s equally thrilling.
With years of local experience, your captain knows these offshore grounds intimately and will give his all to put you in the best possible position to land that fish of a lifetime.
Kwanza Lodge
Overnight Accommodation
Kwanza Lodge in a Single Room on a Full board basis
Day at leisure
Day at leisure
Before your journey home, enjoy a day at your leisure to relax or explore the miles of untouched, unspoilt beaches that surround the resort. It’s the perfect opportunity to unwind, reflect on your week of fishing, or simply soak in the natural beauty of the coastline.
Note: If you’re a birdwatching enthusiast, Kwanza is a hidden gem, offering excellent opportunities to spot a wide variety of native and migratory species in their natural habitat.
Kwanza Lodge
Overnight Accommodation
Kwanza Lodge in a Single Room on a Full board basis
Transfer from Kwanza Lodge to Luanda Airport
Transfer from Kwanza Lodge to Luanda Airport
Once you’ve checked out of the lodge, you’ll be transferred back to Luanda Airport for your return journey home. The transfer takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, allowing plenty of time to relax and reflect on your trip before your flight.
Depart Luanda - Arrive Any international airport
Depart Luanda - Arrive Any international airport
Depart: Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport
Arrive: TBA
General Note
General Note
Please note: Depending on your chosen international airport, an overnight flight and/or hotel stay may be required, which may affect your departure and return dates. Your itinerary will be finalised once travel arrangements are confirmed.
Independent flight/travel arrangements can be accommodated, though our flight-inclusive packages are recommended to ensure seamless integration into your holiday plans.
Prices are shown per person and are based on twin rooms and two anglers per boat and per guide, unless otherwise specified. All prices are accurate at the time of publication but may vary slightly depending on factors such as travel dates, booking time, airline pricing, or fuel surcharges set by the operators.
Flights are always priced at the most competitive rates available at the time of enquiry to ensure you receive the best possible value when booking.
Proudly an ATOL bonded company, our trips are complete packages, including all flights, transfers, accommodation, and fantastic fishing and shooting experiences.
| Travel Available Between These Dates | Days | Price | Availability | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/05/2026 | 31/07/2026 | 8 | £4,593 | Enquire |
| 01/08/2026 | 31/08/2026 | 8 | £4,688 | Enquire |
| 01/09/2026 | 30/09/2026 | 8 | £4,593 | Enquire |
| 01/10/2026 | 30/11/2026 | 8 | £4,563 | Enquire |
| 01/12/2026 | 31/12/2026 | 8 | £4,613 | Enquire |
| 01/01/2027 | 31/01/2027 | 8 | £5,017 | Enquire |
| 01/02/2027 | 31/03/2027 | 8 | £4,737 | Enquire |
| 01/04/2027 | 30/04/2027 | 8 | £4,819 | Enquire |
| 01/05/2027 | 31/07/2027 | 8 | £4,747 | Enquire |
| 01/08/2027 | 31/08/2027 | 8 | £4,842 | Enquire |
| 01/09/2027 | 30/09/2027 | 8 | £4,747 | Enquire |
| 01/10/2027 | 30/11/2027 | 8 | £4,717 | Enquire |
| 01/12/2027 | 31/12/2027 | 8 | £4,767 | Enquire |
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"Angola... What a place! Before I travelled I tried to do as much research as I could on the country and the fishing, as I'd never travelled somewhere so remote before, so was a little nervous. But from the second I left everything was taken care of and was so easy. If you like lure and popper fishing and the thought of not knowing what might smash your lure next, then I'd certainly recommend looking at the Kwanza Lodge."
"Me and my partner had a fantastic time, we enjoyed some unbelievable fishing using a range of lures and poppers and caught some mega fish. Those Jack's don't half pull back! The lodge and all the staff were brilliant too. "
"Five-star fishing, food and accommodation! The River Cuanza was a little different from my local River Trent, but the fishing was fantastic. Landing a 70lb Cubera Snapper was certainly one of the highlights! "
"From the moment I left my front door, everything went smoothly and was way above my expectations. The fishing was superb and the Kwanza Lodge's accommodation, food and staff were brilliant. A dip in the pool was a nice touch after an action-packed day of fishing too. "
"I'd done a fair bit of lure fishing in the UK and Europe before, but don't think I was quite prepared for the fish of the Cuanza. Jacks, Threadfin, Tarpon - all species I was able to tick off my bucket list. Loved every second of it. "
"What a place! I've recently just returned back from five days fishing at Kwanza Lodge in Angola and I still don't think I'm over it! The fishing was superb, we were busy each day with all manner of weird and wonderful species, including some really nice Tarpon and plenty of hard fighting Threadfins. The lodge itself was comfortable and very unique, the staff were amazing too. "
"Angola was everything I was expecting and more! The fishing was fantastic, although my arms still ache from throwing the big lures and poppers for five days straight! I think when, not if I return, I'll definitely have to get down the gym a few weeks before I travel! Big thanks to everyone at the Kwanza Lodge too, they made me feel very welcome. "
"The tarpon weren't feeding the week I was there but the popper fishing over the reefs was fantastic with a take nearly every chuck at times jack Crevalle, barracudas up to 6 feet long and Cubera snappers. The accomodation and food were excellent and you can eat as much as you like."
Kwanza Tarpon Lodge is located on the Kwanza River banks in Angola and is near the river’s mouth as it empties itself into the Atlantic Ocean. The Kwanza River is famous for the massive head of Tarpon fishing Angola or ‘Silver Kings’ and once held the world record for these magnificent creatures. With its fantastic location being at the River Kwanza’s mouth and its proximity to the open ocean, you can quickly either fish the river or the open ocean.
You will find ten well-appointed en-suite bungalows around the resort, 6 of which are double en-suite bungalows. There are four two-room en-suite family bungalows which all benefit from stunning views of this very picturesque area of Angola and come with private verandas that benefit from stunning views across the Kwanza River. You will be in for a treat if you like kicking back with a cold drink whilst watching the vast variety of wildlife attracted to the freshwater of the river.
Each bungalow built to fit in with the natural environment while ensuring a very comfortable holiday. Each place has air-conditioning to allow for excellent climate control during the hot African days. You will find a good-sized swimming pool at the front of the lodge that looks directly over the Kwanza River and is the perfect place to relax and cool down after a hard days fishing.
Surrounding the pool is a stylish wooden decking area with sun loungers and leads directly down to the marina, where the small fleet of inshore and offshore boats. You can reach the boats with a short walk from all the bungalows. The marina is where you will head for other eco-tours that are water-based.
The lodge is unique and is full of old artefacts steeped in history from the surrounding farmlands. Along with its remoteness, you will soon find yourself slipping into this way of life where time slows down, and everyone seems to be full of energy and, more importantly, very relaxed.
The lodge has been built upon wooden stilts and surrounds a great little restaurant where you will find delicious local dishes prepared by local chefs from the freshest of ingredients, and rest assured they have a very well-stocked full bar. The food on offer ranges from local dishes to more international dishes that cater for the vast array of people that decide to spend their holidays at this resort.
The chefs are very used to catering for people with dietary needs without compromising their food quality. Each evening, before heading out for your fishing or eco-tours, a member of the restaurant staff will come and see you discuss what lunch you would like. The items range from fresh sandwiches, fresh fruit, snacks, crisps, and even some local dishes will be on offer along with the food for lunches many different soft drinks will be available from water to fruit juices.
Fly out to Kwanza Lodge and experience the best Tarpon fishing Angola has to offer. With unimaginable Tarpon fishing at the stunning Kwanza fishing Lodge. Our Tarpon fishing Angola tours are quickly becoming one of our most popular Big Game fishing packages. Kwanza Lodge, one of the best Angola fishing lodges, is situated amongst some of the most beautiful scenery known to man. With over 40 miles of untouched beaches on one side of the Lodge. On the other hand, there is the fish packed River Cuanza. Kwanza River fishing offers a fantastic opportunity to catch Tarpon.
The huge Tarpon and the super-hard fighting Giant Threadfins are what attracts anglers from across the globe. Once hooked, you may find yourself giving up your regular fishing to spend all your time solely on Angola fishing tours. Many of the waters surrounding this Lodge have seen little to no fishing pressure. So the fish numbers are still very high. With Kwanza Lodge practising a good catch and release policy, numbers should stay high. They are making this one of the best Angola fishing spots available. The River Cuanza use to hold the Tarpon record back in the ’70s, and it will not be long before another gets caught. Tarpon fishing Angola allows its visitors to land a record-breaking fish.
Sportquest handles every detail, so you can focus on what matters: the fishing.
Kwanza Tarpon Lodge was constructed back in the ’90s and was built on stilts on the Kwanza River banks famous for its giant Tarpon and is close to the mighty river’s mouth. For many years, anglers from around the world fished this little unheard piece of paradise. They kept quiet about how excellent the fishing was. Then there was civil unrest which put a stop to people travelling there.
Now that the country is slowly recovering, people start to head back there searching for the mighty Silver King. This recovery process is transforming Kwanza Lodge into one of the best fishing spots in Angola. With Kwanza Lodge located at the mouth of the mighty River Cuanza, you have the best of both worlds. Firstly, when the Tarpon enters the river system to escape the open ocean currents. Secondly, when the Tarpon cruises the shoreline, you have direct access to this as well.
Tarpon fishing Angola is varied with the opportunity to fish the freshwaters of the river Cuanza one day, the next you could be offshore fishing for enormous Marlin. The guides will make sure that all your requirements get taken care of. So if you wish to troll all day or even popper fish, this will be tailored to your itinerary. Another reason why big game fishing Angola is such a sought after destination.
The main species targeted at this destination are Tarpon which grows over 200lb, Cubera Snappers to 100lb, African Threadfin to 90lb and some super-sized Jacks. Tarpon fishing Angola makes you realise how good Tarpon fishing can be. Make sure to stop by our Big Game Facebook Community group to share your experiences, best catches and fishing tips.
You also have the usual offshore species available, from giant Marlin to shoals of Tuna. It is a multi-species destination suitable for all levels of fishing experience. The primary technique will be lure and popper fishing for most of these species; from large poppers to small vertical jigs, most of the species will be more than willing to take a well-presented lure. While lure or popper fishing is the most practised technique, a slowly drifted live or dead-bait free-lined on a circle hook trips up some of the wariest of species. The offshore species are targeted by trolling either soft lures or live baits.
When you find big shoals of busting Tuna, then an extensive cast of a popper will work very well, and the results will be explosive. Kwanza Lodge has a couple of very well equipped fishing boats for both inshore and offshore fishing. They come equipped with all the trolling equipment, but you will need to bring all the equipment yourself if you intend on lure fishing.
The Tarpon fishing Angola guides at Kwanza Lodge are used to fishing many different styles and will accommodate lure, fly or bait fishing. Their knowledge of these waters and the species you will be targeting is second to none. On each boat, you will have a very knowledgeable captain. The captain will help with rigging up, casting techniques and, of course, taking that trophy shot. Make sure you mention to the captain the species you wish to target; they will then make a plan of attack and take you to areas that suit your chosen fishing style. If you would like to watch videos on this method of fishing, head over to our Youtube Channel to view some excellent destinations.
Angola... What a place! Before I travelled I tried to do as much research as I could on the country and the fishing, as I'd never travelled somewhere so remote before, so was a little nervous. But from the second I left everything was taken care of and was so easy. If you like lure and popper fishing and the thought of not knowing what might smash your lure next, then I'd certainly recommend looking at the Kwanza Lodge.
Me and my partner had a fantastic time, we enjoyed some unbelievable fishing using a range of lures and poppers and caught some mega fish. Those Jack's don't half pull back! The lodge and all the staff were brilliant too.
Five-star fishing, food and accommodation! The River Cuanza was a little different from my local River Trent, but the fishing was fantastic. Landing a 70lb Cubera Snapper was certainly one of the highlights!
From the moment I left my front door, everything went smoothly and was way above my expectations. The fishing was superb and the Kwanza Lodge's accommodation, food and staff were brilliant. A dip in the pool was a nice touch after an action-packed day of fishing too.
I'd done a fair bit of lure fishing in the UK and Europe before, but don't think I was quite prepared for the fish of the Cuanza. Jacks, Threadfin, Tarpon - all species I was able to tick off my bucket list. Loved every second of it.
What a place! I've recently just returned back from five days fishing at Kwanza Lodge in Angola and I still don't think I'm over it! The fishing was superb, we were busy each day with all manner of weird and wonderful species, including some really nice Tarpon and plenty of hard fighting Threadfins. The lodge itself was comfortable and very unique, the staff were amazing too.
Angola was everything I was expecting and more! The fishing was fantastic, although my arms still ache from throwing the big lures and poppers for five days straight! I think when, not if I return, I'll definitely have to get down the gym a few weeks before I travel! Big thanks to everyone at the Kwanza Lodge too, they made me feel very welcome.
The tarpon weren't feeding the week I was there but the popper fishing over the reefs was fantastic with a take nearly every chuck at times jack Crevalle, barracudas up to 6 feet long and Cubera snappers. The accomodation and food were excellent and you can eat as much as you like.
Hi Nick, thank you for taking the time to send us your feedback. Shame about the Tarpon, maybe next time but glad to here the reefs didnt let you down. All the best, Paul
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