Luapula River
Luapula River is a river in Zambia. Flowing water with species ranked by weather, temperature and season, see below.
Best day to fish
The bite over the next days, scored at dusk. Based on the weather forecast, so it is guidance, not guarantees.
Conditions right now
Water temperature is an estimate based on weather and season.
Best times today
Local time at the spot, from the most likely species' daily rhythm.
Feeding times today
Solunar times are a traditional guide based on the moon's position, separate from the live ranking above. Local time at the spot.
Next hours
Likely catch now (8 species)
About the fishing here
Luapula River is a river in Zambia.
Popular catches here include Vundu Catfish, African Sharptooth Catfish, Upper Zambezi Yellowfish, Nembwe, African Pike and Redbreast Tilapia.
Vundu Catfish fishing is usually best around Jan-Dec. The best windows are usually dawn, dusk and night.
A national or regional fishing permit is generally required here. Check the local rules. Napp ranks the species above from the live weather, water temperature, season and time of day, so the order changes through the day.
Tips right now
Fishing permit
You need a fishing permit (fiskekort) to fish here. Buy it online:
About this water
The Luapula River is a north-flowing river of central Africa, within the Congo River watershed. It rises in the wetlands of Lake Bangweulu (Zambia), which are fed by the Chambeshi River. The Luapula flows west then north, marking the border between Zambia and the Democratic Republic of the Congo before emptying into Lake Mweru. The river gives its name to Zambia's Luapula Province.
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Common questions
What fish can you catch at Luapula River?
Popular catches here include Vundu Catfish, African Sharptooth Catfish, Upper Zambezi Yellowfish, Nembwe, African Pike, Redbreast Tilapia, Tigerfish and Three-spot Tilapia.
Do you need a fishing license at Luapula River?
Usually yes. Most countries require a national or regional fishing permit. Check the local rules via the link on this page.
When is the best time to fish Luapula River?
Vundu Catfish fishing is usually best around Jan-Dec. The best windows are usually dawn, dusk and night.
What is biting at Luapula River right now?
Right now Vundu Catfish is the most likely catch, at about 42%.