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Salmon Fishing In Norway – Our Financial Guarantee

Book your Atlantic Salmon Fishing holiday in Norway for 2025 with confidence, backed by our comprehensive financial guarantee. After last year’s disrupted Atlantic Salmon fishing season in Norway and the closure of 33 different rivers, we’ve been working hard with our supplier at Namsentunet Lodge to bring you a financial guarantee on all bookings for 2025.  We understand that last […]
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The Best Family Fishing Holidays

For many years Sportquest Holidays has been sending happy customers all over the world in search of their dream fishing locations. What we have started to find is that the angler is now, more and more, wanting places to go that are a little more family-friendly. Some fishing locations around the world, you will find the accommodation to be ok […]

Where to Catch Sea Trout – Fishing the Rio Gallegos

We get many people asking what it’s like to fish for Sea Trout Fly Fishing in Argentina or where to catch Sea Trout as many have heard that the fishing is only for die-hard anglers; some of the fishing in Argentina can be challenging, but there are rivers and lodges that suit all levels of anglers. A trip to Rio […]

The Top Hosted Fishing Destinations

Every year our hosted trips become increasingly popular and sell out very quickly. This is due to them being cheaper than travelling as a single angler, the expert advice, the experience of our hosts, and the exclusive destinations we have. Below we have listed our favourite hosted trips, in no particular order. Popper Fishing – Madagascar This exciting adventure takes […]

Bespoke Travel: Making Your Holiday Dreams Come True

We know how important holidays are; for many, they are often the most significant single purchase each year. We also know the importance of finding the ‘perfect’ vacation, which is why, at Sportquest Holidays, we pride ourselves in offering some of the best fishing and shooting trips worldwide, with unique experiences tailored precisely to your needs and expectations. Our vast […]

Peacock Bass Fishing In Brazil – 10 Things You Need To Know

Rio Marie is our Peacock Bass fishing destination located deep in the heart of the Amazon Jungle in Brazil. It offers travelling fly rods the chance to fish for some of the most significant numbers and sizes of Peacock Bass found anywhere in the world. As well as offering standard trips to this remote location, in 2024, we’re also running […]

How Much Should You Tip Your Fishing Guide?

A topic that is discussed on many fishing trips but is crucial to maintaining the buoyant spirit of our beloved guides – is how much should you tip your fishing guide. When embarking on a fishing journey, the guide is more than just a person helping you find the best spots. They’re your navigator, advisor, and sometimes, your photographer, ensuring […]

The best Icelandic salmon fly patterns

Iceland is a fly angler’s paradise, renowned for its pristine rivers and abundant populations of Atlantic salmon. The thrill of battling these powerful fish amidst Iceland’s breathtaking landscapes is an experience that every angler dreams of. To maximize your chances of success, choosing the right flies is crucial. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the best Icelandic salmon fly […]

Species Spotlight: Wels Catfish

The Wels Catfish is the UKs largest freshwater fish but can still be found all over Europe in many lakes and rivers. The Wels Catfish size can range from 2lbs to sizes well over 200lb making it a target for the freshwater specimen hunter who fancies upping his game from fishing for the usual European freshwater inhabitants. Name: Wels Catfish […]

Guide to the Best Flies for Peacock Bass Fly Fishing in Brazil

The enigmatic Amazon Basin, stretching a staggering 6.7 million square kilometres across Brazil, is an angler’s dream. Beyond its dense rainforests and meandering waterways, it hosts one of the most sought-after freshwater game fish – the Peacock Bass. Vibrant and vicious, this fish represents a challenging but rewarding pursuit for those who dare to take it on. This guide is […]
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