Background:

The sport and fly fishing re-opened at Oxbow Country Estate in February 2025, and is operated by Sundowner Fly-fishing Adventures. The operation is now referred to as SUNOX Fishing. We offer a bespoke sport and fly-fishing experience for leisure (individuals, groups) and corporates  client. You only have to drive an hour to feel like you are fishing in Dullstroom or KZN midlands. With six fishing dams you will have plenty of fishing access at your finger tips. In winter we offer fly-fishing for trout (Rainbow, Brown, Gold & Red) and in summer loads of fun fishing with spin, specimen and fly for bass and carp.

We offer the option at the beginning of either winter or summer season to join the SunOx fishing club by purchasing a fishing package. You do not have to be a member of the fishing club to visit as a day fisher. Our online system provides an easy solution for booking day fishing, fishing lessons and various special events.

There will be lots of great events to join in including Winter fly-fishing competition, Summer Bass Fishing Competition, Night fishing and fishing master classes hosted by local and international experts.

If you would like to learn the basics or progress to intermediate skills then we will be offering a sport fishing academy.

We love providing qualify sport fishing and connecting people with an awesome culture.

The details:
Sundowner Fly-fishing Adventures is privileged to operate SUNOX Fishing in collaboration with Oxbow Country Estate. SUNOX is regarded as one of the top sport & fly-fishing venues in Gauteng. There are seven fishing dams to suit the discerning sport and fly fishermen. Non fishing guests can relax and enjoy themselves on the most beautiful properties in Gauteng. You literally have a “Dullstroom-on-your-doorstep” experience in close proximity to Pretoria, Joburg, East Rand and Middelburg.

There are two fishing seasons.

Summer we offer bass, kurper and carp using art lure, specimen and fly fishing.
Winter we offer trout (rainbow & brown) with fly fishing only.

Day fishing permit prices:

Summer with access available on Wed (2nd & 4th), Sat, Sun & public holidays for 1 Oct to 31 April

Adult single @ R175 per fisher per day
Adult two or more @ R150 per fisher per day
Pensioner @ R150 per fisher per day
Child u12 @ R125 per fisher per day
Non fisher @ R25 per person per day

Winter with access available on Wed, Sat, Sun & public holidays for 1 May to 30 Sep

Adult (single) @ R275 per fisher per day
Adult (two or more) @ R250 per fisher per day
Adult half day Wed @ R200 per fisher per day
Pensioner @ R200 per fisher per day
Pensioner half day Wed @ R150 per fisher per day
Child u12 @ R185 per fisher per day
Child u12 half day Wed @ R125 per fisher per day
Non fisher @ R25 per person per day
Access times

Wednesday & Sunday – 6am to 5:30pm
Saturday – 6am to 6pm
Bookings can be made easily with our online system click here

Other activities

Introductory group fly fishing lesson – book now
Private fly fishing lesson
Kids bass and trout fishing party – book Dec 2025 special now
Corporate fly fishing team build or year end event – more info
Annual Winter Flyfishing Competition
Moonlight wine, dine and fly fishing extravaganza
Fishing with the pro’s master class series
Luxury accommodation available at the main lodge