The Central Himalaya region in the Garhwal and Kumaon hills is probably one of the last refuges of truly wild mahseer angling. Also present in plenty in these rivers are Goonch - Popularly known as Catfish. These are handsome fish whose fast-flowing river environment makes them extraordinary strong so that they put up a memorable fight when hooked. Their habitual - fast-flowing rivers that descend through spectacular mountain valleys in almost continual rapids - offer not only tremendous sport but also wonderful scenery and solitude.

WelcomHeritage Corbett Ramganga Resort is situated on the northern boundary of famous Corbett National Park, right on the banks of gin clear River Ramganga which is famous world over for Mahseer and Catfish. An ideal place surrounded by dense forest on all sides and River Ramganga flowing with our boundary. Its one of the best fishing venue in India. Biggest catches recorded at our Resort are: Mahseer of 76 lbs and catfish of 112 lbs.

There are two periods of the year when anglers concentrate on Mahseer fishing in India: In Autumn (Sep/Oct/Nov), as the riversbegin to clear after the monsoon, and in Spring (March/April/May), when the early monsoon rain begins to raise the level of the rivers again. The Himalayan rivers can be expected to clear around the end of September. In spring, the optimum fishing time can be variable ranging from the beginning of March to end of May. Mahseer migrate down the rivers in the autumn as the river levels drop. They ascend again as the monsoon corners in late spring.

The most enjoyable Mahseer angling is to spin or lure fish for them. The role "big water - big fish - big tackle" applies. 25-lbs ultra thin,transparent line with much larger spoons is ideal. Spoons predominantly silver are most successful but MEPS Spinners, 3, 4 & 5/Rappela/Giant Killers can also be used. Jointed Plugs and Snap Swivels are also used to great effect. Fish are taken on worm whenthe rivers are colored but locally made flour/hempseed mixture can also be used. Modern carbon/boron fiberrods are not really tough enough to withstand the rough treatment they are liable to be subjected to, the best ones are undoubtedly the last generation of 10 ft. glass-fiber rods. Whether to use a fixed spool or level wind reel is largely a matter of personal preference, but a level wind provides the best control over the fish. A reel needs to hold not less than 150 yards. Hooks of at least 4x strength are essential - lighter hooks will simply be straightened out on the first run the monster will make.