Lourensford Estate, established in the year 1700 and once part of Willem Adriaan van der Stel’s Vergelegen, is arguably one of the most beautiful wine estates in the world. Steeped in history and heritage, the estate also boasts an ultra-modern winery utilising technology unique in the Southern Hemisphere. The magnificent soils and diverse micro-climates create the ideal terroir for world-beating wines. Lourensford is fast-becoming one of the sought after wine estates in South Africa, with over 300 hectares of vines already planted.
The Lourensford Fly-fishing Club offers a broad spectrum of fishing, from a 25ha dam, 6 km river fishing and stocked spring water pools. Membership (at a cost of R2250 + VAT pa) gives you access throughout the year via bookings. You get 1 free fish per month and you can bring 1 angling friend per month.
Unfortunately there is a long waiting list. You are best advised to complete this application form and return it as soon as possible (Gerhard Compion – gcompion@lourensford.co.za) so that your name can be added to the waiting list. You will then be contacted the minute a place becomes available.
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Cost: R2250.00 per annun
Fish: Rainbow Trout
Tackle: Flies
Rating: Unknown
Catch and Release: Yes, one keep per month
Site Manager: Gerhard Compion – gcompion@lourensford.co.za
Bryon says:
Hi there
Is there a daily rate as membership is a bit rough
And is it only fly fishing
Kind regards
19th June 2011 at 10:36 am
admin says:
Hi Byron, it’s only membership, no day fishers – I know because I tried to go and they told me I couldn’t just fish for the day, and I agree, it’s darn expensive! I think it’s fly fishing only..
19th June 2011 at 11:44 am
Bryon says:
I dont mind if its fly only but atleast let the industry grow offer a fair but reasonable day rate fly fisherman are decent, Mabey they should conisder it it is a lovely river to be on
Bryon
19th June 2011 at 11:50 am
admin says:
I agree with you completely. There are a few places here in Cape Town and surrounds that require you to book accommodation too and it’s frustrating, but I understand it from a private venue point of view, but having a farm which only caters to those who can afford an expensive membership isn’t fair at all and it stunts the growth of the industry.
19th June 2011 at 2:08 pm