From the bustling streets of Venice to Rome’s breathtaking architecture and its mouthwatering cuisine, Italy is a country that never ceases to amaze. With nearly 65 million tourists annually and a permanent rank in the top 5 most visited countries in the world.

"The Drought" became a crucible of patience and a test of unwavering dedication, casting its shadow over the normally exhilarating pursuit and leaving Christiaan to unravel the mysteries of luck, karma, and the relentless pursuit of the elusive permit.

Ten years, a tented camp, then a lodge, a family cottage, hundreds of fly fishermen and -women from across the globe, thousands of fish, close to R1,4 million in community levies raised, over 50 individual jobs created, multiple skills development programs, and a host of life-changing community.

Born and bred in Singapore, I am immensely fortunate to have a father who showed the family how amazing and important nature and wildlife is. I have always looked forward to hearing the incredible tales of fishermen and all the adventures in the wildest and most remote locations since I was a little boy.