Ribnik River is one of seven emerald green beauties of west Bosnia. Absolutely pure and clear water with average temperature from 6 to 9°C is definitely one of top destinations for all who enjoy fishing using artificial fly. Ribnik River is 5600 meters long, 10 to 20 meters wide and 0,7 to 1,5 meters deep, which makes her very accessible for fly fishing. All 5600 meters of this river is fly fishing area. Extremely bio-productive water, which spring is located on over 500 meters above sea level, is excellent place for growth to all kinds of underwater insects. This makes Ribnik river a “ must fish on “ destination in this part of Europe.

From the very beginning of fly fishing season, March 1st and all the way till December 31st fish are constantly active, thanks to great number of insects this river hides in its water.
Fish are absolutely wild and reproduce on their own, except for trophy part of the river near the spring where, on some 200 meters, one could catch big rainbow trout weighing 2 to 5 kg. Do not underestimate them, because they have also been there for a long time and they are very selective for food and give you a good fight.

Ribnik river is especially rich in wild grayling which makes up to 60- 70% of the fish population, and can grow up to 55 cm and larger, but those specimens are very hard to catch. Rest 30% is brown trout weighing 5 kg and larger.

Fish are extremely selective. Cause for that is very clear water, and fish attacks only the fly which is transforming in that moment and leaving for surface. So, only carefully selected fly or nymph, on thin tippet, can make any result, because fish in this river do not tolerate any form of improvisation. Fly presentation must be careful and quiet, moving trough water very slow, trying not to disturb water more then it’s necessary. It is recommended to cast down stream or across the river, so that fish first see your fly and then your tippet.

At the beginning of the season recommended tippet should be no more than 0.14 mm, and from June it’s best to be 0.10-0.12 mm. Flies that come out at that time and artificial flies mimicking them are made on hooks size 16,18,20.

Fly fishing rods recommended are medium fast, aftma 3-5, 8-9 feet.
River bottom is mostly pebbles, with some parts with lots of underwater vegetation which makes this river ideal natural habitat for many species of insects.
Moving trough water and on river coast is another unforgettable experience related to Ribnik River. Even for older fisherman this will be unforgettable experience, because it doesn’t take lots of energy to explore the river.

Accommodation and traditional food are very good and adapted to fisherman’s wishes. Use of hooks without counterbarb is mandatory and it’s “catch and release” river.
Fish are in excellent condition. Cold water and lots of oxygen makes them wild and unpredictable, putting your skills on ultimate test.