Fishing
Discover the exhilarating joy of fishing as you fully immerse yourself in the tranquil embrace of nature, surrounded by stunning landscapes that invite both adventure and a deep sense of relaxation. Join a vibrant community of passionate women who share your love for the great outdoors, whether you’re baiting hooks at the break of dawn or casting lines beneath a star-studded sky. Experience the thrill of acquiring new fishing techniques, exchanging captivating stories about the catch of the day, and basking in laughter around the comforting glow of a campfire after a rewarding day spent on the water. Here, every moment serves as an opportunity to connect with the beauty of nature, nurture lasting friendships, and create cherished memories that will linger long after the journey ends, all while celebrating the empowering spirit of women who fish and thrive in the great outdoors.
Explore Enchanting Fishing Escapes
New Zealand – Lake Taupō & South Island Rivers
- Best Season: November to April
- Fishing: Trophy rainbow/brown trout via wading or drift boats
- Women Amenities: “Ladies on the Fly” clinics, yoga retreats, thermal spa aftersets
- Stays: Women-led lodges like Tongariro Lodge with guide-led fishing days
- Local Culture: Post-fishing hangi (earth oven) meals & Māori hospitality
Iceland – Laxá River & Þingvallavatn
- Best Season: June to September
- Fishing: Wild Arctic char and salmon, catch-and-release conservation
- Women Amenities: Women-only fishing camps; geothermal pools on-site
- Stays: Traditional farm cottages offering in-house guide services
- Local Culture: Midnight sun nights enhance evening angling
Canada – BC & Alberta Wilderness
- Best Season: June to September; ice fishing November–March
- Fishing: Salmon, lake trout, pike in mountain lakes
- Women Amenities: Female-run outfitters; cozy log cabins with fire pits
- Stays: Eco-lodges like Tweedsmuir Park Lodge with “Women in the Wild” programs
- Local Culture: Indigenous storytelling and Canada’s rugged beauty
Norway – Lofoten Islands & Fjord Lakes
- Best Season: April–October
- Fishing: Cod, halibut, and trout in fjords and rivers
- Women Amenities: Women’s sea fishing groups with safety instruction
- Stays: Historic rorbuer with access to private instructors
- Local Culture: Fresh seafood dinners and northern lights magic
Scotland – River Spey & Highland Lochs
- Best Season: April to early September
- Fishing: Atlantic salmon, brown trout with classic fly and ghillie-led wading
- Women Amenities: Ladies’ ghillie courses; wellness spa packages
- Stays: Country-house hotels offering exclusive women’s weeks (e.g., Inchmarlo)
- Local Culture: Whisky tasting and Highland hospitality
Ireland – River Moy & Lough Corrib
- Best Season: March through July
- Fishing: Salmon, coarse fish like bream, roach; drift boats and wading
- Women Amenities: Female-led group workshops; lakeside B&B keeps
- Stays: Cottage rentals with boat-and-guide combos
- Local Culture: Traditional music in nearby pubs + hearty stews
USA – Montana, Oregon, VT
- Best Season: May to September
- Fishing: Trout streams; bass/catfish lakes
- Women Amenities: Women’s fly-fishing festivals and workshops
- Stays: Dude ranches like Paws Up offering women newbies classes
- Local Culture: Western hospitality and wellness ranch splits
Argentina – Patagonia Rivers
- Best Season: November to March
- Fishing: Rainbow/brown trout, sea-run estuary trout
- Women Amenities: Women-only fishing weeks with horseback riding
- Stays: Estancias (e.g., San Lorenzo) with female guides and chefs
- Local Culture: Asado barbecues & Andean warmth
Chile – Lake District & Aysén
- Best Season: November–April
- Fishing: Rainbow and brown trout; mountain streams
- Women Amenities: Wellness packages + angling guides
- Stays: Patagonia Camp-style eco-lodges by water
- Local Culture: Pine forests meets fjords + Chilean cuisine
Finland – Lakeland & Lapland Rivers
- Best Season: May to September; ice fishing in winter
- Fishing: Pike, perch, salmon trout
- Women Amenities: Lakeside saunas; women-led guide outfits
- Stays: Rustic cabins like Kuusamon Tropiikki with female guides
- Local Culture: Sauna tradition and berry-picking relax time
Sweden – Värmland & Archipelago
- Best Season: May to September
- Fishing: Pike, perch, zander; boat fishing in archipelago
- Women Amenities: Yoga-fishing weekends, lakeside female-hosted retreats
- Stays: Guesthouses with female anglers and boat charters
- Local Culture: Midsummer festivities & Scandinavian calm
Japan – Hokkaido & Nagano Streams
- Best Season: June to October
- Fishing: Ayu (sweetfish), rainbow trout; tenkara (pole-fishing)
- Women Amenities: Cultural ryokans, private onsen baths
- Stays: Ryokan-style stays offering women tenkara instruction
- Local Culture: Seasonal forest bathing and cuisine
Australia – Tasmania & Snowy Mountains
- Best Season: October to April
- Fishing: Brown trout, estuary bream, estuary species
- Women Amenities: Women-led workshops + farm-to-table meals
- Stays: Lake Leake Hotel-style women’s fishermen retreats
- Local Culture: Bushland meets coastal gourmet
Slovenia – Soča River & Alpine Lakes
- Best Season: May–September
- Fishing: Marble trout, grayling in turquoise river
- Women Amenities: Spa villages, female-run fishing tours
- Stays: Eco-lodges (e.g., Hotel Kristal) with female ghillies
- Local Culture: Alpine culture with Mediterranean flair
France – Dordogne & Jura
- Best Season: April–September
- Fishing: Carp, trout; calm coarse lakes
- Women Amenities: Château stays with women anglers’ courses and wine
- Stays: Riverside manor houses with private instructor
- Local Culture: Lace countryside, farm markets, and cheeses
Portugal – Douro & Alentejo Rivers
- Best Season: April–October
- Fishing: Bass, carp; seasonal trout opportunities
- Women Amenities: Women-run quinta stays; cooking + fishing combos
- Stays: River-view quintas with female-guided fishing
- Local Culture: Douro wines + olive oil dinners
Italy – Dolomites Streams & Umbrian Lakes
- Best Season: May–October
- Fishing: Trout and char in alpine streams
- Women Amenities: Agriturismo retreats with women chefs/guides
- Stays: Farm-stay villas featuring wellness gardens
- Local Culture: Mountain air, truffles, and local festivals
South Africa – Drakensberg & Eastern Cape
- Best Season: March–September
- Fishing: Mountain stream trout; dam bass
- Women Amenities: Women-only trout camps; wellness spa complements
- Stays: Trout lodges with female instructors
- Local Culture: Zulu heritage meets countryside serenity
Estonia – Lake Peipus & Marshes
- Best Season: May–September
- Fishing: Perch, pike; canoe-and-line marsh fishing
- Women Amenities: Lakeside eco-cottages hosted by women
- Stays: Eco-cottages offering lessons/canoe days
- Local Culture: Sauna culture and berry picking
Spain – Pyrenees & Galicia
- Best Season: April–October
- Fishing: Brown trout and Atlantic salmon
- Women Amenities: Women’s angling associations, fishing albergues
- Stays: Mountain refuges offering gear and guides
- Local Culture: Mountain cuisine (fabada, cured ham) and folklore