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Spey Casting Basics – Etiquette On The River
At Sportquest, we get a lot of questions about fishing, and one that comes up repeatedly is fly fishing etiquette—especially when it comes to Spey casting. While this blog focuses on Spey casting, the same principles apply to single-handed rods too. When you’re sharing water, which is the norm at most destinations—typically with two anglers per guide—following proper etiquette is […]
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The Top Hosted Fishing Destinations
Every year, our worldwide hosted fishing 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 […]
Species Spotlight: Common Carp
Name: Common Carp Also known as: Commons Scientific Name: Cyprinus Carpio COMMON CARP Description The Common Carp, also known as Cyprinus Carpio, is normally a dark brown/bronze colour and the body is covered in a mesh-like scale pattern all over its body with a large dorsal fin. The head has an underslung mouth specifically for bottom feeding in the rivers, […]
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 Austnes Lodge to bring you a financial guarantee on all bookings for 2025. We understand that last […]
Species Spotlight: Nile Perch
Species: Nile Perch Scientific Name: Lates niloticus Also known as: African Snook, Goliath Perch, African Barramundi, Goliath Barramundi, or the Victoria perch. DESCRIPTION Silver in colour with a blue tinge, distinctive dark-black eye, with a bright-yellow outer ring, the Nile Perch is known for its spiny dorsal fin and cavernous mouth. It’s a fierce apex predator and one that dominates its surroundings, feeding […]
Braid vs Mono – The Great Saltwater Fishing Debate
The long-standing debate in fishing continues: which line is best? Should you choose the stretchy, forgiving nature of monofilament or the strength and slim profile of braided line? In this guide, we will break down the pros and cons of both options for boat and shore fishing. While these fishing methods differ, the ultimate goal remains the same: to entice […]
Best Freshwater Fishing Trips Worldwide
Begin your journey on an unforgettable adventure with our expertly handpicked freshwater fishing trips, taking you to some of the most remarkable destinations around the globe. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a beginner, we offer incredible opportunities in stunning locations such as Thailand, Canada, Brazil, and Spain. Each destination is handpicked for its breathtaking scenery and world-class fishing experiences. […]
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 […]
