The Mahseer – what a name to conjure with, and what recollections he awakes in the heats of those who have been so fortunate to have seen something like him – (Skene Dhu, in The Mighty Mahseer 1923)

The genetically-rich Golden Himalayan Mahseer barbus tor putitora, is one of the larger and common

Since the 60′s the legendry junction of the Ganges with the Nayar has lured enthusiasts from all over for a

The Himalayan Experience – fishing for golden Mahseer
How does one go about describing India and its Mahseer? When I sat down to formulate this in words I found myself at a loss. I’ve been around the block. Having fished for many different species in locales that varied from exotic to downright dangerous, I am not easily impressed, let alone left in awe. India did something to me; it is the one trip I remember most vividly, the one trip I look forward to doing again and again. Mahseer are like tarpon – ancient fish, they demand respect, play no favorites and test your mettle to the limit. They also make you come back time after time. India will do that to you as well, albeit for reasons I still can’t explain. Another refreshing first was the standard of our camp in the mountains. Hailing from Africa, camping in the outdoors is what we do. Been there, done that, have the T-shirt et al, that is, until you camp the way the Himalayan Outback do. Imagine top class service, all the amenities you could hope for, three meals a day and staff eager to please, catering to your every whim. Place yourself in a setting that poets dream of, prepare to do battle with a fish of legends, and experience the magic of the Himalayas. Yeah, right. I could not even begin to describe it