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Keith,
I’ve fished several foreign destinations, and when people ask which
fishing trip have I liked the best, I usually have to pause and think before I
reply. None of them have been the “dream trip” I had hoped for. Until
now. All my expectations for Tanzanian Tigerfish were exceeded several
times over with your operation. My family was relieved how good my care was there,
my mates are bright green with envy, and I’m still glowing from the experience.
At the forefront of the reason for my satisfaction is quite simply Rob. I never
felt like I was a client, rather, I felt like I was fishing with a friend. He
didn’t attend to my needs because he was being paid to, but because he genuinely
wanted me to have the best experience possible. I would book a trip with Rob as
my guide and not even care where I was going or what I was fishing for because
he is great teacher, naturalist and overall pleasant, unpretentious company. When
you get the time, please send me his physical mailing address there in South Africa.
And if you can think of any gear that we have here that is on his wish list, please
let me know.
If there is anything I can do or get for you guys, or anything I can do to promote
your programs, please do not hesitate to ask. I’m coming back for a bigger
tiger next time.
Thanks for everything, Tim
Tim Joern, USA. Booked through Yellow Dog Flyfishing Adventures -
www.yellowdogflyfishing.com
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guides. The ‘value add’ principle Tourette Fishing offers
works well as the guiding is very focussed while accommodation is very relaxing.
All other places I’ve been to have great lodging with good boatmen who have
learnt via default. This is good if you are on holiday, but if you are serious
about the time/money spent on fishing, only expert advice is adequate to realise
the trips expectation.
Keep up the great work, and I’ll continue to spread the good word for you.
Andrew Reid, JHB – Okavango River October 2008
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Lionel was first class –
the keenest guide we have ever had. Lionel was not only an excellent fishing guide,
but very knowledgeable on bird life, and indeed on Okavango fauna and flora in
general - very hardworking at putting us onto fish from breakfast-time (and even
before) until dusk. We would definitely be interested in going with him again.
Dave and Norma Park, UK – Okavango River 2008
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RE: Tourette Fishing Recommendation
We cannot talk highly enough of Keith Clover at Tourette Fishing. My wife and
I and our three teenage children have been on many trips with him and his partner
Rob Scott. Their particular talent is to structure a trip to satisfy a clients
needs and budget. All you have to do is give him this and they will do the necessary.
They are extremely expert in their knowledge and ability to arrange tailor made
trips. Being both university graduates, they can put a trip together to satisfy
your particular needs extremely well.
Gavin Gow, Durban South Africa, April 2007
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Keith…..Just shows, you can drive all the way back and get
an e-mail out to us in one breath, not bad. You were an excellent guide and
teacher. We really enjoyed our stay and look forward to our next fishing
adventure with Tourette Fishing.
Charlie Bental, JHB South Africa, Upper Zambezi July 2006
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Tourette Fishing specialises in creating
a truly great experience, be it for families, "Dad and son"
(which he has done many of) or, like us, a party of twelve - please don't hold
me (or him) to the price per person which I mentioned for our trip, Keith will
always give you value for money, so much so that I will pay whatever his asking
price is for our next trip, without question!! And I look forward to it!
Chris Lemesurier, Cape Town South Africa, Lower Zambezi Dec 2005
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It has been difficult catching up on
all of our looose ends from the trip... which let me say... was absolutely spectacular!
The Seychelles was great, I did hook a milkfish and we had tremendous fun attempting
to land BIG G.T.s (bone fishing was just plane silly.) In retrospect the portion
of our trip that was the absolute best, and I am even comparing all the trips
we have ever been on, was the part we spent with you. Africa and the fly fishing
was awesome, we will be back!
Darren Williams – Jackson WM, USA, Okavango and Seychelles Oct
2006
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Dear Keith,
Once again thank you from all of us for the experience that the Tourette Fishing
team gave us. Everyone had a great time. Please email any photos that you or George
took which I can download and get printed.
In closing, once again well done in the professional way that you run our fishing
tour and I sincerely hope that we gave you as much fun from our loony lot.
Ian McDonald, Durban South Africa, Lower Zambezi Tiger Fishing 2007
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..you have delivered a great experience
that we will all keep in our memories of a lifetime. Hopefully, we will
be able to repeat the trip somewhere else with your great company...in Mozambique
maybe?
All the best and lots of success in 2006
God Bless
Jean Philippe, Paris France, Lower Zambezi Dec 2005
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Hello! Just like to say I really really
enjoyed my time with you guys! It was the best decision I made. I have
spread the word already about you and have purchased a couple of magazines with
your articles!
Keith, I have seen the devastating effects of fly , thus can you recommend
me a good reel and rod to start off with?
Kind Regards
Sandeep Patel, UK, Okavango catfish Run Oct 2007
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Vernon’s News Letter – Travel
Talk:
I am on a high! WHAT a trip to Lake Kariba and the Victoria Falls.
My PERCEPTIONS were CHANGED!....and when it comes to geography, dear friends,
then let me assure you that Lake Kariba takes some beating. This splendid expanse
of water is enhanced by mountain ranges, a Big 5 game reserve, unbelievable bird-watching,
fishing and a wonderful isolation from humanity…..
In the morning, Brett insists I go with him...and that's when Keith helps me
land a huge tiger in the Sengwe River. My catch was the biggest...6.5 kg...it's
a snitch for any old fool, when an amazing young fishing expert called Keith is
on hand to guide one's every move.
Keith is just 26, but he already owns his own fish safari outfit, Tourette
Fishing. He takes fishing fundis on expeditions to rivers and the sea, and he's
doing very well for himself indeed. He's a splendid young fellow, with the right
attitude, an amazing ability to deal with people, has obvious business acumen,
and he'll teach you to catch tiger with a fly...nogal! The man has passion...the
essence of business!
Vernon, JHB South Africa, Kariba Feb 2006
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Hi Keith
I thoroughly enjoyed the trip down the Zambezi with you. You really made the trip
special with all your background knowledge of the whole river and its moods. Think
we got it right for our trip. We certainly caught enough fish and we learnt a
lot. That is the essence of any fishing trip like this. Your format was perfect
for me.
Gary Vorster, Elliot, South African, July 2007- Upper Zambezi Float
Trip
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Hello Keith and Rob- Very nice to have
your e-mail message waiting for us upon our return from a wonderful first visit
to Africa. I have been reviewing photos of the trip, and I am still amazed
at what Terry and I did in those four weeks. Our time spent with you and Rob was
especially memorable, and I very much hope to fish with you both again someday.
I would happily do the same trip all over again…
Our Okavango experience was excellent- Lionel is an enjoyable entertainer,
story teller, and fly fisher. A highlight was the over night camp out, which we
would gladly have done again if time had allowed.
I would very much appreciate receiving a copy of the photos that Rob took. He
has a nice eye for photography, and took some photos of tigerfish head on that
I especially liked. He also has a late evening photo of my last tiger fish- my
best fish of the trip and on my last cast of the trip on the Okavango. Also mention
that Terry's bird list passed the 100 mark.
I want to thank you for your efforts in putting together this trip. Travel
logistics and lodging arrangements went smoothly, boats and equipment were excellent
to fish from, local guides were knowledgeable and accommodating. Rob is a superb
guide, and had I the opportunity to fish more with you I'm sure I would have found
you to be the same. Terry found her experience as a non-fisher to be a joy as
much as I did.
Allan and Terri Criag – Redding Ca USA Oct 2008 – Upper
Zambezi and Okavango Catfish Run tiger fishing and wildlife safari
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