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Following our successful initial trips in 2019 recently repeated in May and June 2023, we are excited to announce the regular resumption of our organized fishing expeditions to the stunning Dahlak Archipelago in Eritrea. This unique opportunity is specifically designed for avid sport fishermen seeking an unparalleled experience in a country where this type of fishing is virtually undiscovered.
Guiding the trip is Gabriele Di Lorenzo, an experienced fishing guide proficient in various fishing techniques, including Jigging, Spinning, offshore trolling, and Fly Fishing. With extensive fishing expertise spanning Italy, Tanzania, Sudan, Cape Verde, Morocco, and Northern Europe, Gabriele also possesses considerable experience in Eritrea, having successfully led two trips in April and May of 2023.
In 2022, Gabriele achieved the remarkable distinction of becoming a part of the “World Record” IGFA (International Game Fishing Association) with his exceptional “fly fishing” record.
The Dahlak Islands archipelago, which we will be exploring, is abundant with a diverse range of fish species. Among them are trevally, giant trevally, red snapper, tuna, barracuda, grouper, permit, milkfish, and queenfish.
* Asmara, the city that boasts one of the world’s finest collections of early 20th-century architecture – with UNESCO awarding it World Heritage Site status.
* Sturdy and tenacious, like Eritreans themselves, Massawa City has survived throughout the centuries, this old port city preserves an ensemble of wonderful Ottoman architecture and gorgeous colonial building.
* Dahlak Archipelago is an exceptional ecosystem, which has few rivals in the world and remain one of the last great unspoilt destinations.
9 days
set departure . private groups
Asmara, Massawa, Dahlak Archipelago
car, minibus, motorboat
Hotel, in Dahlak tented camp
3-10 anglers,
max 4 per boat
Gabriele Di Lorenzo
FB, overnight, breakfast, lunch, dinner
Scheduled Departures (Minimum 10 Anglers Required):
Tours are confirmed with at least 10 participants. If fewer than 10 participants register, the tour can still proceed with an additional fee.
2024 Departure Dates:
2025 Departure Dates:
Private Group Departures: Available on request for any date.
Please contact our booking for updated prices.
ASMARA
Upon your arrival in Asmara, you will receive a warm welcome at the airport and be transferred to your hotel. If you are arriving with Turkish Airlines, your estimated arrival time will be at midnight. If you are arriving with Egypt Air, you can expect to arrive at 02:50 in the early morning on Saturday. If you arrive with Ethiopian Airlines your estimated arrival time will be in the afternoon.
Overnight in Asmara, Crystal Hotel or similar.
Include: full board treatment with breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided.
Asmara – Massawa – Dahlak
After having breakfast, we will embark on a seven-day cruise to the Dahlak Archipelago. It’s important to note that this adventurous trip involves transfers by motorboat, basic field toilets, and extremely limited availability of fresh water for personal hygiene. Despite these limitations, you will have the chance to experience something truly unique and unforgettable.
Please take note of the following important information:
The Dahlak cruise, especially of this duration, requires a high level of adaptability.
This is a cruise where guests do not need to provide any assistance. Simply relax, enjoy fishing and let the staff take care of all your needs.
The cruise includes a pre-set camp if there are eight or more guests. If there are fewer than eight guests, the camp will be prepared upon arrival in the main camp area. The camp will be set up on one of the best islands, known for its beautiful beaches and coral reef. Each day, you will travel to the the most fascinating fishing spots.
The package includes a boat with full board accommodation (breakfast, lunch, dinner) and camping equipment for overnight stays on the islands. We provide spacious and comfortable igloo tents, measuring either 2.5×2.5×1.8H meters or 3x3x2.2H meters. Each tent is designed to be insect-proof and is equipped with a built-in ground sheet, large windows for ventilation, and a door with mosquito netting. Additionally, each guest will be provided with camp beds, pillows, sleeping bags, and camping chairs with armrests.
Please note that there are no toilet facilities available, and the supply of fresh water for ablutions is limited. Meals will be served under a large tent or gazebo for shade, where a dining table will be provided. The camp includes a cook with a fully equipped camp kitchen, along with necessary camping equipment. A sailor/camp assistant will also be present to assist with the camp activities.
The mother boat is licensed to accommodate up to 10 persons, excluding the crew. It is equipped with life jackets, a compass, GPS, radio, and a mobile phone for communication.
For breakfast, you can enjoy tea, coffee, instant milk, eggs, biscuits, jams, fresh Danakil bread, and “foul” (a local breakfast made with fava beans, tomatoes, onions, hot pepper, and olive oil). Lunch and dinner typically include a main dish, such as pasta or rice, accompanied by side dishes like fish, meat, or eggs with vegetables (such as tomato salad, potato salad, or mixed cooked vegetables), and seasonal fruits like bananas and oranges. Picnic lunches may consist of sandwiches or a main dish (pasta or rice) along with fruits.
Drinks available include bottled water, soft drinks, local beer, and “areki” (a popular Eritrean alcohol). The package includes four drink items per person per day and one bottle of alcohol per group. Additional drinks are available at an extra cost, which is reasonably priced.
The fishing itinerary, which includes the most fascinating fishing spots, will be determined by your fishing guide and the captain on the day of departure. Their decision will take into account weather conditions, forecasts, and access permits for the islands.
Days 2-7: Overnight stay in tents on the islands.
Throughout the cruise, you will enjoy full board treatment, which includes overnight accommodation, breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This also covers the provision of four bottles of water, local beer, and soft drinks per person, per day. Additional beverages are available for purchase.
DAHLAK ISLANDS – MASSAWA –ASMARA
In the morning, we will return to Massawa and proceed directly to Asmara, with an expected arrival time of around 03:00 pm. Upon arrival, you can check-in at the hotel and take advantage of the room to freshen up.
You will be for the rest of the day. Dinner in hotel
According with your flight you can leave today or tomorrow
For passengers flying with Ethiopian Airlines, the transfer to the airport is scheduled for approximately 04:00 pm. If you are traveling with Turkish Airlines, the transfer is expected to take place around 11:00 pm. Alternatively, for those flying with Egypt Air, the transfer is anticipated to occur at approximately 01:00 am.
When the time is right, you will be transferred to the airport for your return flight. The hotel room will be available for your use until the time of the airport transfer for departure.
Overnight in Asmara, Crystal Hotel or similar.
Include: full board treatment with breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided.
ASMARA – DEPARTURE
Free day in Asmara.
At a suitable time for your flight, you will be transferred to the airport.
Asmara: Crystal Hotel
Dahlak islands: mobile tented camp,
If your program expects a cruise to the Dahlak islands, you will be requested at your arrival to sign a “Release of Liability” form. For a better and transparent information, you will find attached a facsimile of the declaration. In no case traveller will be admitted to the Dahlak trips without signing this declaration
Scheduled Departures
Tours are confirmed with at least 10 participants. If fewer than 10 participants register, the tour can still proceed with an additional fee.
2024 Departure Dates:
March: 17, 24, 31
April: 7, 14, 21, 28
May: 5
November: 22, 29
December: 14, 21, 28
2025 Departure Dates:
January: 3, 10
March: 21, 28
April: 4, 11, 18
Private Group Departures:
Available on request for any date.
Please contact our booking for updated prices.
Day 1 – Friday
ASMARA
Upon your arrival in Asmara, you will receive a warm welcome at the airport and be transferred to your hotel. If you are arriving with Turkish Airlines, your estimated arrival time will be at midnight. If you are arriving with Egypt Air, you can expect to arrive at 02:50 in the early morning on Saturday. If you arrive with Ethiopian Airlines your estimated arrival time will be in the afternoon.
Overnight in Asmara, Crystal Hotel or similar.
Include: full board treatment with breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided.
Day 2 – 7 – Saturday – Thursday
Asmara – Massawa – Dahlak
After having breakfast, depart for Massawa, where we will arrive in 2-3 hours.
After arrival, we will embark on a seven-day cruise to the Dahlak Archipelago. It’s important to note that this adventurous trip involves transfers by motorboat, basic field toilets, and extremely limited availability of fresh water for personal hygiene. Despite these limitations, you will have the chance to experience something truly unique and unforgettable.
Please take note of the following important information:
The Dahlak cruise, especially of this duration, requires a high level of adaptability.
This is a cruise where guests do not need to provide any assistance. Simply relax, enjoy fishing and let the staff take care of all your needs.
The cruise includes a pre-set camp if there are eight or more guests. If there are fewer than eight guests, the camp will be prepared upon arrival in the main camp area. The camp will be set up on one of the best islands, known for its beautiful beaches and coral reef. Each day, you will travel to the most fascinating fishing spots.
The package includes a boat with full board accommodation (breakfast, lunch, dinner) and camping equipment for overnight stays on the islands. We provide spacious and comfortable igloo tents, measuring either 2.5×2.5×1.8H meters or 3x3x2.2H meters. Each tent is designed to be insect-proof and is equipped with a built-in ground sheet, large windows for ventilation, and a door with mosquito netting. Additionally, each guest will be provided with camp beds, pillows, sleeping bags, and camping chairs with armrests.
Please note that there are no toilet facilities available, and the supply of fresh water for ablutions is limited. Meals will be served under a large tent or gazebo for shade, where a dining table will be provided. The camp includes a cook with a fully equipped camp kitchen, along with necessary camping equipment. A sailor/camp assistant will also be present to assist with the camp activities.
The mother boat is licensed to accommodate up to 10 persons, excluding the crew. It is equipped with life jackets, a compass, GPS, radio, and a mobile phone for communication.
For breakfast, you can enjoy tea, coffee, instant milk, eggs, biscuits, jams, fresh Danakil bread, and “foul” (a local breakfast made with fava beans, tomatoes, onions, hot pepper, and olive oil). Lunch and dinner typically include a main dish, such as pasta or rice, accompanied by side dishes like fish, meat, or eggs with vegetables (such as tomato salad, potato salad, or mixed cooked vegetables), and seasonal fruits like bananas and oranges. Picnic lunches may consist of sandwiches or a main dish (pasta or rice) along with fruits.
Drinks available include bottled water, soft drinks, local beer, and “areki” (a popular Eritrean alcohol). The package includes four drink items per person per day and one bottle of alcohol per group. Additional drinks are available at an extra cost, which is reasonably priced.
The fishing itinerary, which includes the most fascinating fishing spots, will be determined by your fishing guide and the captain on the day of departure. Their decision will take into account weather conditions, forecasts, and access permits for the islands.
Days 2-7: Overnight stay in tents on the islands.
Throughout the cruise, you will enjoy full board treatment, which includes overnight accommodation, breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This also covers the provision of four bottles of water, local beer, and soft drinks per person, per day. Additional beverages are available for purchase.
8th day: Friday
Dahlak – Massawa – Asmara
In the morning, we will return to Massawa and proceed directly to Asmara, with an expected arrival time of around 03:00 pm. Upon arrival, you can check-in at the hotel and take advantage of the room to freshen up.
You will be for the rest of the day. Dinner in hotel
According with your flight you can leave today or tomorrow
For passengers flying with Ethiopian Airlines, the transfer to the airport is scheduled for approximately 04:00 pm. If you are traveling with Turkish Airlines, the transfer is expected to take place around 11:00 pm. Alternatively, for those flying with Egypt Air, the transfer is anticipated to occur at approximately 01:00 am.
When the time is right, you will be transferred to the airport for your return flight. The hotel room will be available for your use until the time of the airport transfer for departure.
Overnight in Asmara, Crystal Hotel or similar.
Include: full board treatment with breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided.
9th day: Saturday
Departure
When the time is right, you will be transferred to the airport for your return flight. The hotel room will be available for your use until the time of the airport transfer for departure.
Asmara: Crystal Hotel
Dahlak islands: mobile tented camp,
The price includes:
The price does not include:
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