Archive for July 8th, 2009
Marlin Lodge – Mozambique
Marlin Lodge
During a surface interval between dives recently, guests were treated to a rare sighting of the Dugong. As it was swimming on the surface, we were able to observe this endangered “sea cow” for many minutes. With winter approaching, the sea temperature is now about 23 degrees Celsius which is still comfortable. Winter days are characterised by blue skies and calm weather and sightings have been good. On a single dive Shark, Stingray, Eagle Ray, Turtle, Moray Eel and Grouper were seen, apart from all the usual reef fish. It became difficult to know where to look next!
Marlin Lodge
Fishing: For the angling enthusiast the waters around Marlin Lodge is heralded as one of the greatest game fishing sites in the Indian Ocean. The fishing season is still producing a lot of Sailfish in the area. Sailfish are especially abundant during the months of July and August and runs through to end September when the Marlin season kicks in. The average sailfish weighs around 34kg while the record in these waters is 59.9kg. There is also a lot of Kingfish in the shallower waters which always make fishing a pleasure with calm clear.
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