Freshwater Fly Fishing Destination:
Russia
Fly Fishing in Russia
Fly fishing for Atlantic salmon in Russia is without doubt the last frontier. It is a salmon fisherman's dream location. Prolific runs of salmon still migrate up the remote rivers of the North East Kola Peninsula and attract the keenest of salmon anglers each summer. The Kola is littered with famous salmon rivers but there is one that stands-out above the rest: The Varzina River.
Salmon fishing in the Varzina River
The powerful Varzina starts high in the upland tundra from Lake Enozero which feeds cool oxygen-rich water down the Varzina all season long. Atlantic salmon run all 13 miles of Varzina proper, but the most fished pools are on the lowest sections. Clearly defined pools include classic glides, runs, riffles and deep holes that hold very large fish every season. Many 33+ lbs fish are hooked, some are even landed. This is the true spirit of Atlantic salmon fishing. While most of the fishing is reached by a helicopter, some of the very best pools are within a comfortable walking distance from the Lodge. Many an evening outing after dinner has produced a trophy salmon within sight of the Varzina lounge bar!
Brown Trout fishing in the Varzina River
Yet there is also a forgotten member of the salmonid family that also grows to mammoth proportions in Russia: The brown trout. Strategically placed next to the best pools, the Varzina River Trout Camp is a must for any devoted trout angler. Large brown trout that descend from the upper lakes average well over 20 inches – any fish landed is likely to be trophy. This is no ordinary trout fishing – this is serious BIG fish territory!
Fly Odyssey is working closely with the Varzina River outfitters providing an unparalleled fishing experience whether in be for Atlantic salmon or brown trout. For an information pack and booking enquiries, please e-mail us or call us on + 44 (0)1621 743711.
Varzina River Lodge
- Season: June-September
- Cost: 7 night/6 day package costs from £3,700 per rod
- Includes:
- Border zone permits
- 'Meet & Greet' at Murmansk airport
- Helicopter transfer Murmansk airport – Varzina Main Lodge – Murmansk airport
- Accommodation (one log cabin for 2 participants)
- Daily breakfast at the restaurant (buffet style)
- Dinner at the restaurant (full range of cold appetizers and main courses)
- Lunch at the riverside while fishing
- Helicopter transfers to the remote fishing pools according to the program of pool rotations planned by chief-guide (granting positive weather forecast and actual flight weather)
- License for “catch & release” fishing for the whole trip-time
- Daily guide service (1 guide for 2 anglers)
- Hot shower daily, hot sauna daily (except Saturday)
- Beverages<.
- Travel Protection and Medical-evacuation coverage
- Excludes: Alcoholic drinks, tips for staff (recommended total € 320 per angler) and usage of satellite mobile for personal matters.
Please note that your luggage should not exceed 70 lbs in weight!
Varzina Brown Trout camp
- Season: July - September
- Cost: 7 night/6 day package costs from £2,500 per rod
- Includes:
- Border zone permits
- 'Meet & Greet' at Murmansk airport
- Full board (accommodation in tents for 2-3 persons with 3 meals per day)
- Senior guide consultation
- Fishing Licenses
- Sauna (every evening before dinner)
- Helicopter transfer Lovozero – Varzina Trout Camp – Lovozero (35 minutes), bus transfer (Murmansk – Lovozero – Murmansk)
- Medical evacuation coverage (from camp to Murmansk
Please note that your luggage should not exceed 70 lbs in weight!
- Excludes: Alcoholic drinks, tips for staff (recommended total € 320 per angler) and usage of satellite mobile for personal matters.
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