Angling in India

India is an angler's paradise. Though not as popular as it is in other parts of the world, is gathering momentum very fast. The wide variety of fishes, numerous fresh water streams and appealing countryside as backdrop provide a perfect atmosphere to attract tourist for angling.

Angling in India :
The abundance of inland waterways in the forests make India the absolute destination for all types of angling holidays. India is also one of the most diverse, with surprising cliffs and many miles of wide waterfronts. This composition offers endless opportunities to the angler, who can find a place to fish all year round. The Indian landscape is one of most interesting with extended fields and lakes of all sizes.

Though there are wide ways of angling, wildlife angling is the most thrilling one, as you get the opportunity to 'catch and release" fish amidst the rich flora and fauna. This becomes a part of the adventure tours. In India good fishing is feasible in the north of the country on the Ganga, Kali rivers for mahseer and on the Tirthan, Tons and Sainj rivers for trout. In the east of the country, rivers like the Kameng, Teesta, Brahmaputra etc. provide excellent angling potentials.

Some of the Angling Paradise in India are :

Tirthan Valley, Himachal Pradesh :
Himachal Pradesh, one of the best destination when it comes to pleasure seeking activities like fishing and angling. Tirthan Valley is one such destination in Himachal Pradesh, which will bewitch you by the plush green surroundings with snowcapped mountain ranges peeping from the side. Apart from discovering the surroundings, you can also watch the sun go down spreading glorious hues in the sky. All this can be done as you are busy with your trails near the Sereolesar lake side, either fishing or angling.

The Ramganga and Kosi Rivers : Corbett National Park
This the dream destination for the people, who love fishing and angling. The rivers Ramganga and Kosi are one of the most liked place for leisure travelers. The pools of the Kosi and the Ramganga are dominated by large Mahseer and even larger Goonch. This is the place where Elephants, Tigers, Deers and the wild animals living in the well-known Corbett National Park come to quench their thirst.

The Sarju And Eastern Ramganga Rivers, Kumaon :
The Sarju And Eastern Ramganga Rivers, Kumaon in Uttaranchal is another attractive angling site in the state of Uttranchal. This beautiful place is situated amongst the Kumaon hills. The first angling trip begins at the site of river Sarju from the famous Balaghat Gorge near Bageshwar to Kapkot en route to Pindari Glacier. The second angling trip begins from Eastern Ramganga from Tejam through Deval to Bans and Rameshwar.