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Atlantic
Salmon fly fishing
Ponoi river, Kola Peninsula
Kola Peninsula / RUSSIA |
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Rate:
U$S
4500.-
to
U$S
9500.-
The rate depends on the week selected.
Package
/ Per person
on-double occupancy basis.
6
fishing days / 7 nights
Minimum
2 anglers
Terms
& Conditions
> Season:
May
- September
> Included:
Air transportation from Murmansk to the Ponoi camp and
return; 7 nights accommodation in cabins with stove;
all meals; 6 full-fishing days at the Ponoi river; fishing
licence, one guide and boat for each two anglers.
> Not included:
Air
transportation from your country and return, Visa, alcoholic
beverages, personal insurance, expenses in Helsinky
and or Murmansk, fishing equipment and flies, gratuities.
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GENERAL
INFORMATION:
Ponoi river has grown to be recognized as one of
the great Atlantic salmon rivers in the world today.
The Ponoi River with an overall length of 250 miles
is the longest river on the Kola Peninsula. With
numerous lakes in the system, waterflow is very stable
and remains nearly unaffected by rain or dry conditions.
The river provides the opportunity to fish wading, bank
casting or boat fishing, offering productive pools and
the confluence of rivers and streams. Wildlife is prolific
and from May through the summer the area is practically
invaded by a variety of birds of all kinds from ducks
and songbirds to falcon and eagles. The river is home
to an amazing amount of salmon, leaving anglers astonished
when they see them swim by.
The fishing starts in late May and runs through June,
when the fishing results are unique. Anglers have reported
as many as 75 salmon in a single day. In July, the temperature
rises. So dry fly fishing has proved to be very effective.
The catches are usually bigger weighing between 7
and 15 pounds, with some surprises, such as 24-pound
salmon. Double-handed rods are used effectively
here, but this river does not require heavy tackles.
PACKAGE:
The package runs from Saturday to Saturday and includes
transportation from Murmansk to the Ponoi camp and return;
7-night accommodation; all meals, one guide each two
anglers.
The daily program is as follows:
06:00 Generator starts for water pressure and other
services at the camp.
07:30 Breakfast.
09:00 Fishing.
14:00 Lunch at the camp or on the river bank (depending
on what has been scheduled).
19:00 Return to the camp.
20:00 Dinner.
21:00 Fishing for those who have energy. The bar is
open for those who dont want to go to fish or sleep.
23:00 Generator shuts down
The packages last a week and fishing spots change after
lunch so that every angler has the chance to fish the
different pools. Fishing after dinner is usually around
the camp. Guiding can be arranged after dinner Ponoi
River operates a strict catch and release policy.
ADITIONAL
INFORMATION:
The weather and the temperature are unpredictable, so
we recommend taking both light and warm clothes. Temperatures
may vary from 10º below zero to 28º.
A visa is required to travel to Russia. Contact the
Russian Consulate close to your home for further information.
You need a special invitation from Russia to apply for
the visa, which we can arrange with one of our associates
in our fishing operation in that country. Applying for
the visa takes time, that is why we suggest starting
in April.
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ACCOMMODATION:
There
are two alternatives: Acha Camp, situated at
the junction where Acha River enters the Ponoi. The
camp offers accommodation for up to 10 anglers in well-equipped
wooden cabins, with comfortable beds, stoves, a new
dining house, salmon bar, a fly tying corner and a sofa.
The other camp is called Pacha camp and is situated
just upstream Acha Camp. The fishing is more or less
the same. It accommodates up to 10 anglers and the cabbins
are more luxurious than the ones in Acha Camp, with
twin beds and heated by stoves. In July and early August
a program combining accommodation in both Acha and Pacha
camps can be organized, with 80 kilometers of river
to fish.
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HOW
TO GET THERE:
Flights
from different countries arrives daIly to Helsinky or
Murmansk. Air transportation from Murmansk to the Ponoi
camp is included.
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Fly Fishing tackle and
Equipment:
The fishing in Ponoi river does not
require heavy tackles.
A light double-handed rod (#9) or intermediate to heavy
single-handed rod (#8 or #9) will do. The reel should
contain at least 200 yards of backing line. We recommend
a fast-sinking intermediate floating line. The leaders
should have 12 - 14 - 16 - 18 - 20 - 24 - 30 pounds
of braking strength.
Flies: Red But; Silver Doctor; Francis; Thunder
& Lightning; Blue Charm; Mickey Finn; Willie Gun; Icelandic
Snaeldas Brass Tube in different colours, Bombers, etc.
The size of the hook in May should be #2 and 4 and in
July and August, #10 and smaller ones. Dry flies, Bombers
or others, can be size #4 and 6.
Nippers, scissors, tweezers to remove hooks. Waders
and boots. Lightweight long-sleeve shirts and long pants.
Wide brimmed hat to protect neck and ears. Polarized
glasses. Sun Creams: #40 strength waterproof sunscreens.
Lightweight rain jacket for rain showers. Insect repellent.
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