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About Stanislav Mankov

Fly Fishing with Stanislav Mankov Welcome, Fly Fishing Friends to my website! I’m an avid angler, a life-long outdoorsman, and a devoted conservationist and naturalist. My relationship with nature has served as the inspiration behind my career choices thus far, and I’m

Happy Days – Salmon Fly Fishing in the UK – 2025 Trip Report

A new twist this year was the addition of a private chef, who joined us to prepare our meals and elevate the whole experience. It turned out to be a brilliant decision — the food was excellent, and it saved us valuable time that we happily traded for more hours on the water. Ivo, our chef, proved to be a true expert in the kitchen, serving fantastic meals each day and [...]

Happy Days – Salmon Fly Fishing in the UK – 2025 Trip Report2025-10-31T10:06:06+02:00

Stepping Forward – A Journey Of Recovery

The trout and grayling season started wonderfully for me and all my groups this spring. Everything was going well with my fishing trips — until May 22nd, when I made the not-so-bright decision to play Spider-Man, jump between terraces, and fell about five meters. That misadventure landed me in the hospital for 25 days. I managed to break my nose, jaw, cheekbones, and even my heel. Thankfully, I avoided brain or spine damage — [...]

Stepping Forward – A Journey Of Recovery2025-10-10T18:13:38+03:00

Djibuti – At The Edge of Africa

Dates for Next Season:  March and/or April Exact dates to be decided. Get in contact for specifications. Join us in March for an 8 full-day saltwater fly and spin fishing adventure in one of the most exciting and untouched fisheries on Earth. From the turquoise waters of the Red Sea to the rugged volcanic shores of Lake Ghoubet, this trip combines world-class fishing with the raw beauty of East Africa. Giant trevally, triggerfish, cubera snapper, barracuda, king [...]

Djibuti – At The Edge of Africa2026-01-19T20:37:41+02:00

Northern Norway – The Land Of The Midnight Sun

Dates for Next Season: Salmon & Sea trout: June and July are the best months for chasing those fish. Halibut: August and September are the better months for the mighty halibut. For bespoke dates and travel periods, please contact us. Overview Embark on one of the newest and most diverse saltwater fly fishing experiences. If you're passionate about landing big, powerful fish, our Norwegian salt and freshwater adventures are tailored just [...]

Northern Norway – The Land Of The Midnight Sun2026-01-21T14:45:59+02:00

Hucho Hucho (Where Danube Salmon Dreams Come True – Slovenia)

The season for Hucho in Slovenia starts on 1.10 and closes on 14.02. Don't hesitate to contact us for free bespoken arrangements, dates, and availability for next season. Huchen, Danube salmon, or as it is scientifically known - Hucho Hucho is the biggest salmonid in Europe and a dream for many anglers. King and Queen of the upper sections of the Danube`s tributaries. It might as well be the biggest freshwater fish you ever catch. Huchen fishing, catching, and [...]

Hucho Hucho (Where Danube Salmon Dreams Come True – Slovenia)2026-01-21T17:03:17+02:00

Mongolian Dreams Come True – Trip Report 2024

I’ve been a fisherman for as long as I can remember, following the natural progression that many fly anglers experience. It begins with fishing using worms, then transitioning to spinning, and finally, at a pivotal moment—often by chance—we discover the enchantment of fly fishing. From that point on, everything else becomes part of our journey. I experienced this myself. There’s always an evolution in an angler`s journey, a quest for different fish—larger, more elusive, and found in [...]

Mongolian Dreams Come True – Trip Report 20242025-10-28T17:08:30+02:00

Happy Days Salmon Fishing (Bywell-Main Tyne-England)

Dates for Season 2026 and 2027: Get in touch to plan your perfect week of salmon fishing — with custom itineraries, bespoke arrangements, and tailor-made adventures to suit every angler. When I started salmon fishing in the UK over a decade ago, I never imagined that I would fish and guide on the best salmon beat in England - Bywell! In the last two years, I had the unique opportunity to collaborate with Stephan Dombaj from FFN [...]

Happy Days Salmon Fishing (Bywell-Main Tyne-England)2025-10-31T10:11:55+02:00

Djibouti: Fishing at the Edge of Africa – Expedition report: 3–12 March 2023

Saltwater fly fishing has occupied a special place in my heart for years. Lately, it’s been the passion that excites me the most — the one that keeps me awake at night, dreaming of distant coasts and wild fish. I first met Georgi some time ago when he reached out for a casting lesson. We immediately connected, and before long, we were planning a trip to Cuba. But then 2020 happened. While the world stood still, my [...]

Djibouti: Fishing at the Edge of Africa – Expedition report: 3–12 March 20232025-10-28T17:07:38+02:00

Marbellous Trout Fishing (Soca, Idrjica & Tributaries – Slovenia)

Dates for Season 2026-2027: 14th of May 2026 to 23rd of May 2026 (Week 20-21)  - Fully Booked 24th of May 2026 to 30th of May 2026 (Week 22)  - Fully Booked 7th of June 2026 to 13th of June 2026 (Week 24) - Fully Booked 1st of April 2027 to 7th of April 2027 (Week 13-14) -4 Rods Available For bespoke dates and travel periods, please contact us. Overview The highlight of this trip [...]

Marbellous Trout Fishing (Soca, Idrjica & Tributaries – Slovenia)2026-01-21T15:56:14+02:00

Happy Days – Salmon Fly Fishing on The South Tyne 2022 Trip Report

A lot of time passed since 2018, when I was last in England, organizing my 6th annual guided salmon fishing trip. However, wiser or not, but certainly older the time had come for the ``Happy Days trip`` to happen again. This year in October as well as next year, God willing. I was excited to be back in the beautiful English countryside and to be hosted by my dear friend Jim Slasor. We were based at his [...]

Happy Days – Salmon Fly Fishing on The South Tyne 2022 Trip Report2025-10-28T17:06:25+02:00
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