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Lamu Island, Kenya: Why This Place Matters (With or Without a Fly Rod)
There are some destinations built around fishing. Everything is structured, optimised, and designed to maximise time on the water. You arrive, fish hard, and leave. And then there are places like Lamu. Places that exist first, and where fishing simply fits into something much broader. A Different Pace The first thing most people notice in…
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Eden vs Chalkstreams: Not Which Is Better — Which Is Right for You (Or Why It Might Be Both)
There’s a tendency in fly fishing to try to decide. In trout fishing in the UK, that often becomes a quiet comparison between the wild character of, say, the River Eden and the precision of the Hampshire chalkstreams. But is that the right way to look at it? Perhaps not. This isn’t a question of…
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What Is a Source-to-Sea Fly Fishing Safari in Kenya?
While most fly fishing trips are built around a single location, like the flats, a river system or something offshore. Our source-to-sea fly fishing safari in Kenya takes a different approach. Our aim is to show you the best that Kenya has to offer through a fly fishing lens. You’ll travel up mountains, walk forested…
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When Is the Best Time to Book a Fly Fishing Trip?
One of the most common questions anglers ask is:“How far in advance should I book a fly fishing trip?” The answer depends on destination, guiding style, and how personalised the experience is — but for most high-quality, privately guided fly fishing trips, the ideal booking window is well in advance. Understanding why will help you…
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How to Choose the Right Fly Fishing Destination for Your Goals
With so many fly fishing destinations available worldwide, choosing the right one can feel overwhelming. From saltwater flats and blue-water fisheries to classic trout, salmon and seatrout rivers, every destination offers something different — and not every trip suits every angler. The key to a successful fly fishing trip is aligning the destination with your…
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How Does Private Guiding Change a Fly Fishing Trip?
One of the biggest decisions an angler makes when booking a fly fishing adventure is whether to fish at a lodge or choose a private guide. While group trips have their place, privately guided fly fishing trips offer a fundamentally different experience — one built around precision, flexibility, and personal progression. At Uniquely Fly, private…
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What Makes a Truly Tailor-Made Fly Fishing Trip?
The phrase tailor-made fly fishing trips is used a lot in fly fishing travel, but in reality many trips are little more than pre-packaged itineraries still built around fixed group schedules with limited flexibility. A truly tailor-made fly fishing trip is something very different. At its core, a bespoke fly fishing trip is designed around…
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The Uniquely Fly Difference: How Personalised Guidance Transforms Your Fishing Adventure
Forget the one-size-fits-all fishing trip — your next adventure deserves more. When personalised travel meets expert guidance, your fishing experience shifts from ordinary to truly bespoke. At Uniquely Fly, every detail is crafted around your goals, unlocking access to exclusive fishing destinations where your skills can grow and your passion can thrive. Step into a…
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Fly Fishing Kenya – Lamu Island in November
Tucked away on Kenya’s northern coast lies Lamu, a sand-dune island founded in the 12th century. Lamu Old Town is a UNESCO‑protected gem—one of the oldest and best-preserved Swahili settlements in East Africa. There is nowhere in the world quite like Lamu. Wrapped in white sand beaches with narrow winding streets, coral‑stone buildings, stunning architecture,…
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Marlin Fishing In The Galapagos Islands – It’s more than a dream
When I talk to people about the marlin fishing in the Galapagos Islands, I often get the sense that whoever I am talking to doesn’t quite believe me. And, you know what, it’s totally understandable. If you were a fly on the wall listening to an overly-sunned Captain talking about a part of the world…
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