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Gabon is the ultimate destination for rock, surf, and estuary fishing. Renowned for its rich biodiversity and thrilling game fish, this unique fishery offers the chance to target tarpon, African threadfin, snapper, jacks, and sharks—using both fly and lure techniques.
Limited slots remain for the 2025 season—enquire now to secure your spot. Or let's plan your 2026 fishing trip. Amount of fishing days can be customized to any amount of nights.
What to Expect
Gabon encompasses a rich mosaic of ecosystems, including lagoons, sandy beaches, rainforests,
savannas, and mangroves, providing a unique backdrop for fishing adventures. Anglers can engage in
various fishing methods such as spinning, plugging, trolling, surf casting, fly fishing, and bait fishing,
conducted from boats, the beach, or wading, depending on conditions and preferences.
• Incredible Scenery - Picture fishing from untouched, golden beaches. With sometimes hippos and
elephants in the background.
• Diverse Fishing Environments - The national parks offers surfcasting and estuary fishing meaning you can target multiple species with different techniques.
• Minimal Fishing Pressure - Unlike overfished areas in other parts of the world, Gabon’s waters
remain relatively untouched, meaning large fish populations and the potential for record-breaking
catches.
• Best Fishing Season - The peak fishing months are from September to April, with November to
February being prime time when the predatory fish gather to hunt near the river mouths and surf
zones.
Fish Species You Can Catch in Gabon
Welcome to one of the world’s last wild frontiers for sportfishing.
Gabon’s untouched coastline, river mouths, and lagoons are home to some of the most powerful and sought-after gamefish on the planet. Whether you're casting from the surf, drifting through mangroves, or exploring estuaries under starlight, every strike here could turn into the fight of your life.
Here’s a look at the heavy hitters you can expect to encounter:
Giant African Threadfin (Polydactylus quadrifilis)
💪 Size: 100+ lbs (45+ kg)
🔥 Fight: Explosive runs and unmatched endurance
📍 Where: Surf zones and river mouths
🎯 Top Baits/Lures:
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Large surface poppers
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Live bait (mullet, sardines)
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Soft plastics on heavy jig heads
A true icon of African surf fishing, the Giant Threadfin is a prized catch that delivers big-time action in the shallows.
Tarpon (Megalops atlanticus)
💪 Size: 150–250 lbs (70–113 kg), sometimes more
🔥 Fight: Acrobatic leaps, bone-jarring head shakes, and a legendary challenge to land
📍 Where: Estuaries and river mouths, especially at night
🎯 Top Baits/Lures:
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Big plugs and swimbaits
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Live bait (mullet, crabs)
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Flies (for advanced fly anglers)
Known as the “Silver King,” tarpon in Gabon grow big, hit hard, and never give up.
Cubera Snapper (Lutjanus cyanopterus)
💪 Size: Up to 100 lbs (45 kg)
🔥 Fight: Brutally powerful, with a tendency to dive into structure
📍 Where: Rocky areas, mangroves, and river mouths
🎯 Top Baits/Lures:
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Big jigs, poppers, or soft plastics
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Live bait (especially larger fish or crabs)
A favorite among lure anglers and bait fishermen alike, these snappers strike with ferocity and will test your gear to the limit.
Jacks (Longfin & Crevalle)
💪 Size: 10–40 lbs (4–18 kg)
🔥 Fight: Relentless, fast-paced power; pound-for-pound among the toughest
📍 Where: Surf zone, often seen chasing bait
🎯 Top Baits/Lures:
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Topwater poppers and stickbaits
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Fast-moving jigs and swimbaits
When a school of jacks hits, it’s pure chaos, and pure adrenaline.
Barracuda (Sphyraena barracuda)
💪 Size: 15–50 lbs (7–25 kg)
🔥 Fight: Lightning-fast and aggressive, with vicious strikes
📍 Where: Inshore, river mouths
🎯 Top Baits/Lures:
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Shiny spoons, jerkbaits, and fast plugs
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Trolling lures (white and red are favorites)
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Important: Use wire leaders to prevent bite-offs
Barracuda in Gabon are apex ambush predators that strike like torpedoes.
Sharks & Guitarfish
💪 Size: Can exceed several hundred pounds
🔥 Fight: Long, hard runs with heavy resistance — bring your best gear
📍 Where: Surf and deep lagoon zones
🎯 Top Baits/Lures:
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Large cut bait (fish heads, fillets, whole baitfish)
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Heavy tackle recommended for fish over 100 lbs
For those seeking true giants, Gabon's sharks and guitarfish offer epic, drag-screaming encounters.
Why Fish Gabon?
From untouched ecosystems to world-class species diversity, Gabon delivers an unrivaled experience for serious anglers. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or chasing your first trophy, this is where memories are made, one cast at a time