San River, Poland

The San is home to populations of grayling, brown trout and taimen, though undoubtedly it is the first of the three that make it such an exceptional fishery. The abundance of this species in sizes more than noteworthy is simply incredible. The average size of the San grayling is around 12 inches, however, large pods of fish in the 16 to 20 inch range can be found with relative ease. Anyone who has never fished for grayling on a dry fly will take delight in seeing how willing they will rise to a well presented dry fly. On the other hand, the larger examples of this fish represent a true challenge to even the most experienced fly fishermen, as fooling them generally entails the use of very small flies, very long fine leaders and perfect drifts.

Yet the San experience is more than just the fish. If you are lucky enough to be on the river at the right time to see one of the massive hatches of any of the number of efemera species that inhabit the river you will never forget it. If you have a problem with bugs in your, eyes, mouth, you might want to bring a head net just in case – it can happen any time between April and November.

Whether you are a novice fly fisherman or an experienced pro, you will find yourself in good hands with our operator. Highly experienced local guides and well known members of Polish, Chec and British flyfishing teams make up the guide crew of our operator. All during the season, these experts will be providing courses and individual instruction on fly tying, casting and fly fishing techniques.