FLY FISHING IN BOSNIA
Bosnians like to believe that this is the country where fly fishing started, hence in the country devastated by the war, the gin clear waters flowing through untouched and unspoiled nature are one of the last treasuries the country still possesses.
I do get asked from anglers a lot if it is dangerous to come to Bosnia to fish. Well, if hundreds of articles written and published by the biggest fly fishing magazines in the world are not sufficient, and if thousands of reports and pictures posted in social media by world’s best fly fishermen are still not enough, then let me tell you one thing, Bosnia is one of the safest place to be when it comes to fly fishing. In most of the rivers we fish in remote areas where you barely meet anyone, but the locals you meet are very friendly and eager to help any angler. There are no mines, explosive materials or any sort of danger in and near the areas we fish.
Bosnian waters are well known in Europe as one of the few bastions left with wild fish population of grayling and brown trout also in big sizes. If you exclude Unac at Martin Brod, no fish stock is performed in Bosnian rivers we fish, except for the fish brought back to the main rivers form the small tributaries where fish go to spawn. Not to forget, Sana and Una rivers are one of the very few rivers in Europe where the king of our rivers reproduces in big numbers naturally, the HUCHO (Danube Salmon).
Bosnia offers a variety of waters, from ice-cold chalk streams like Ribnik, Pliva and Sanica rich in insect life and trophy Grayling and Brown Trout, to faster flowing and bigger rivers like Una, Unac, Sana, Neretva, Vrbas, etc., where fishermen have the opportunity to fish for the salmonid species of Europe.
Season opens on 1 March in most of the rivers and ends at the end of the year, with few exceptions. Ribnik, Pliva and Upper Sana are open throughout the year. A stretch of the Una opens 1st of April as well as Neretva. And Una and Neretva also close earlier, end of October respectively end of November.
Depending on water levels, fishing is good throughout the season, though my favourite times are March through May, and then September through November.
Fishing season for HUCHO starts mid-June and ends mid-February
All About Me
Born in the beautiful town of Ključ, North-west of the amazing country called Bosnia and Hercegovina. The town is situated at the river bank of Sana river, one of the few HUCHO (Danube Salmon) wild habitats in Europe.
I have always had a huge passion for fishing for as long as I can remember, and always ensured that any spare time I had I would spend in the water, fishing! As a very small boy I was hooked up with fly fishing at a tributary of Sana river, Sanica. First steps were fishing with a wooden stick, a bit of thread and grasshopper on a hook, to start later with tying flies, getting the first fly gear and making my first fly fishing steps.
I personally meet hundreds of fly fishermen every year, coaching many of them beginners and advanced of our Bosnian fly fishing techniques. However, whenever there is an opportunity and when I am not busy with rod building or tying flies, I do spend the time in waters trying to learn more and more. From my experience of approximately 300+ days in the water for the last 20 years, fly fishing is an art and technique which can never be perfectioned; one will always learn something new, and every knowledge gained I do my best to pass to my clients, friends and youth through various casting and fly fishing clinics I organize.
A married guy and a father of a lovely little girl called Sana, named after the river of my childhood, I rarely have free time given my engagement with guiding, fly tying and rod building, but I hope one day my daughter will take over the business from me as she has already shown the talent and passion for fly fishing. Very recently I have taken over a fly fishing shop in the town of Ključ, I have also built a workshop for my rod building and have recently increased the number of rod built for my clients.
My goal is to have fun together with my clients, irrespective if fishing together, guiding, tying flies, building rods, or all these combined. I have held local and international workshops in fly tying, and soon plan to do so with fly rod building and fly casting. My passion related to fly fishing is that big that cannot be explained in words, but I look forward to an opportunity in meeting with you in person and let my passion guide you through a fish of your dreams.
Specialized in all types of fly fishing, dry fly, Bosnian nymphing, euro-nymphing, streamer, wet flies, single and double-handed rods, I cannot really pick up the technique I like most. I like fishing challenging waters and I like hunting for big grayling, wild brown trout, softmouth trout and for the queen of our waters, THE HUCHO.
TIGHT LINES
Fly Fishing Services
Guiding on Bosnia's rivers
I have been guiding clients in various Bosnian, Croatian and Slovenian rivers for the last 15 years. I have guided together with big names in the fly fishing world, and I have also fished with many of them. This has just helped me improve my guiding services. I offer guiding for 1 to a maximum group of 4. In case of a group of more than 4 people then I bring the second guide from my guiding team.
Guided Fishing Trips
We have a partnership with a modern and extremly well equiped lodge called Krajevac located just outside Kljuc on the banks of the beautiful river Sana.
We can tailor a guided package to suit your every need, providing you with excellent accodation, guiding services for small or large parties and arrange transfers to and from airports.
Fly Fishing Tackle Shop
ADO FLYFISH d.o.o. is the official and exclusive authorized distributor in Bosnia and Herzegovina for two of the world’s leading fly fishing brands – Patagonia and Simms. We offer only original, top-quality products, along with expert advice and professional support. We provide a complete range of fly fishing equipment:
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waders – various models, classes, and sizes
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wading boots – for all types of terrain
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fly rods, reels, lines, and complete gear
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premium flies for all types of waters
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fly tying materials – feathers, fur, threads, hooks, tools, and much more
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technical clothing, jackets, layers, and thermal gear
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vests, backpacks, bags, and waterproof equipment
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additional accessories and many well-known global brands
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equipment for beginners and professionals Visit us and discover the largest selection of fly fishing equipment in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Located within the centre of Klujc town, Bosnia, less than 10km from the famous fishing venue Ribnik.
Fly Tying
Fly tying is more than just a craft for me – it is a passion, a skill built over years of dedication, and a constant pursuit of perfection.
Every fly I create is carefully designed and hand-tied using only the highest quality materials, with great attention to detail and durability.
My goal is simple: to produce some of the finest and most effective flies in the region. Each pattern is tested and refined to ensure it performs exceptionally on the water, whether you are fishing rivers, lakes, or streams.
In my shop, you will find a selection of premium flies made for both beginners and experienced anglers. I take pride in offering products that I personally stand behind – flies that not only look perfect, but truly deliver results. In addition, my shop offers some of the best fly tying materials available in the region. From feathers and fur to hooks, threads, and professional tools, everything is carefully selected to meet the highest standards and help you create flies of exceptional quality.
Fishing And Casting School
I have conducted many fly casting courses during the last 15 years. Since last year, hosted by Andino Reisen, I conduct fly casting and fly fishing courses together with Master Fly Casting Instructor, Mr Hans Sipnnler. The courses are held twice a year. Furthermore, I also deliver casting clinics with other international instructors and world known fly fishermen. The experience I have gained allows me to tailor a special fly casting course for each category of fishermen, both single and double-handed. Every year I deliver fly tying courses in Switzerland, and occasionally in Austria as well. Should you need a specially tailored fly casting or fly tying course do not hesitate to contact me.
Contact Us
Address
Branilaca BiH 66
79280 Kljuc
Bosna i Hercegovina
Contact
+387 61457328
Opening Hours
Mon - Fri
8:00 – 15:00
Saturday
9:00 – 15:00
Sunday
Closed