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Toine Aarts
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Toine Aarts

Arkel, Netherlands
7 reviews
My dad taught me fishing when I was 6. I have owned a fishing boat since 1994 and I specialize in predator fishing. My heart is on fishing the larger rivers in the Netherlands. My boat is on a trailer so we can go fishing almost anywhere. We fish on the rivers Rijn, Lek, Maas, Oude Maas, Waal, Boven Merwede, Beneden Merwede, Nieuwe Merwede, and Hollands Diep. We also rent out 3 hard bellyboats to fish the smaller rivers and lakes. Furthermore, I own another rental boat to go fishing on the beautiful river Linge by yourself or guided. This boat is electrical, permanent in the water, ready to fish, and located in Arkel. This river is good for lots of fish species, also non-predator fish such as Bream, Roach, and Tinca Tinca as well as predatory fish such as Pike, Zander, Perch, Asp, and Catfish. Fishing is what it is all about!

Charters

Rating

4.8
7 reviews
4.7
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

All reviews (7)

Showing 1 – 5 of 7 reviews
  • Hellen Silverio
    Hellen Silverio
    nl
    Netherlands
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    A perfect birthday surprise on the water!

    Half Day Trip - River Linge (AM) • 4 adults

    I organised this trip as a birthday surprise for my husband and his best friend, and it was absolutely perfect! Captain Toine and Frans were amazing from the very first moment, attentive, friendly, always ready to help and with such great energy that made everyone feel completely at ease. The morning was wonderful, the weather was perfect and we actually caught fish! For beginners, it was an incredible and very special experience. We left with huge smiles and memories that will last forever. We would go back without hesitation, highly recommended for anyone looking for a unique and unforgettable day out in nature!

    Response from Captain

    Hi Hellen, you were great company Many Thanks for the nice words and the 5 stars. We are happy the surprise workes out well. See you next time! Best regards, from Toine and Frans.

  • Clare Watson
    Clare Watson
    gb
    United Kingdom
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    fantastic fishing trip

    Half Day Trip - River Linge (PM) • 2 adults

    Really enjoyable afternoon fishing on the Linge, loved the experience, couldn’t fault it! We even caught a fish! thanks so much

    Reported catch:
    European Perch
  • Birte Buse
    Birte Buse
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified

    awesome trip

    Half Day Trip - River Linge (PM) • 2 adults

    Captain Frans was great and we had a fantastic time!

    Response from Captain

    Hi Birte, thanks for you guys visiting us and for the nice review! Frans told me Justus is a great angler! Enjoy Amsterdam.

  • Isabella Morath
    Isabella Morath
    de
    Germany
    Member since 2026
    4.3
    Verified

    Toller Angelausflug

    Special 8 hours trip for Isabella Morath • 3 adults

    Der Angelausflug war sehr schön. Das Wetter hat super gepaßt und die Natur ist wunderschön. Unser Guide Toine hat uns super begleitet und auch das Boot ist komfortabel. leider haben wir nur drei kleine Mini-Barsche gefangen.

    Response from Captain

    Hey Isabelle, genau, super klein!! Sorry die fischen wolten niet bischen. Da hebben wir alles probiert. Aber da waren noch 2 kleine Barsche und 1 Rapfen! Vielen Dank für den schönen Tag! Hoffentlich sehen wir uns hier oder in Costa Rica :-)

  • Glenn Hickman
    Glenn Hickman
    gb
    United Kingdom
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Beautiful stretch of river to fish

    Half Day Trip - River Linge (AM) • 2 adults • 1 child

    Went for a morning's fishing on the river Linge, near Arkel. Cpt Toine was unavoidably unavailable, so had previously arranged a replacement fishing guide for us, who was excellent, having fished those waters for many years. All equipment was provided, we were fishing on lures for pike / perch and landed a Zander, which was quite a rarity. Frans was very attentive to my son, checking his lure, changing out for alternatives, checking the depth setting was right etc. Both Frans and Toine were very friendly and put my son at ease. This is a beautiful stretch of river - we came back a few days later and rented a boat from Toine for the day to cruise up to Leerdam and back. Highly recommended. Thanks for a lovely couple of days in our holiday!

    Reported catch:
    Pike Perch (Zander)
    Response from Captain

    Hi Glenn, thanks for your visit and kind review. It was a pleasure to have you and your son for the fishing tour and later your complete family for a full day trip in one of our electric sloops joining the beautiful river Linge. Good to hear you have had some beautiful days with us. Hope to see you again. All the best, Toine

Real catches shared by our community

  • EcoRecreatie River Fishing Guide
    EcoRecreatie River Fishing GuideArkel
    An enthusiastic angler proudly displaying a small fish while fishing on a serene waterway.
    Fish 1
    European Perch
    Isabella M.
    Isabella M.
    Der Angelausflug war sehr schön. Das Wetter hat super gepaßt und die Natur ist wunderschön. Unser Guide Toine hat uns super begleitet und auch das Boot ist komfortabel. leider haben wir nur drei kleine Mini-Barsche gefangen.
  • EcoRecreatie River Fishing Guide
    EcoRecreatie River Fishing GuideArkel
    Angler proudly displaying a freshly caught Perch while fishing with family under a bridge.
    Fish 1
    European Perch
    Hellen S.
    Hellen S.
    I organised this trip as a birthday surprise for my husband and his best friend, and it was absolutely perfect! Captain Toine and Frans were amazing from the very first moment, attentive, friendly, always ready to help and with such great energy that made everyone feel completely at ease. The morning was wonderful, the weather was perfect and we actually caught fish! For beginners, it was an incredible and very special experience. We left with huge smiles and memories that will last forever. We would go back without hesitation, highly recommended for anyone looking for a unique and unforgettable day out in nature!
  • EcoRecreatie River Fishing Guide
    EcoRecreatie River Fishing GuideHeesselt
    Two adult anglers fishing from a small boat on a sunny freshwater outing, with one angler holding a rod and reel.
    Clare W.
    Clare W.
    Really enjoyable afternoon fishing on the Linge, loved the experience, couldn’t fault it! We even caught a fish! thanks so much
  • EcoRecreatie River Fishing Guide
    EcoRecreatie River Fishing GuideHeesselt
    A young angler proudly displaying a Walleye while fishing from a small boat in a serene waterway.
    Glenn H.
    Glenn H.
    Went for a morning's fishing on the river Linge, near Arkel. Cpt Toine was unavoidably unavailable, so had previously arranged a replacement fishing guide for us, who was excellent, having fished those waters for many years. All equipment was provided, we were fishing on lures for pike / perch and landed a Zander, which was quite a rarity. Frans was very attentive to my son, checking his lure, changing out for alternatives, checking the depth setting was right etc. Both Frans and Toine were very friendly and put my son at ease. This is a beautiful stretch of river - we came back a few days later and rented a boat from Toine for the day to cruise up to Leerdam and back. Highly recommended. Thanks for a lovely couple of days in our holiday!
  • EcoRecreatie River Fishing Guide
    EcoRecreatie River Fishing GuideArkel
    Angler proudly displaying a large Walleye while fishing on a river, showcasing a successful catch in a scenic outdoor setting.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Pike Perch (Zander)
    We had a very nice day on the river. Michiel did a good job, caught some zanders, asp, perch and an ide of 50cm! Excelent job Michiel! We had great fun, thanks for fishing with me!
  • EcoRecreatie River Fishing Guide
    EcoRecreatie River Fishing GuideArkel
    An angler proudly displaying a sizable European Zander while fishing from a boat on a calm river.
    Fish 1
    Pike Perch (Zander)
    In june we did several trips on the river Boven Merwede and Nieuwe Merwede. Because of the high waterlevels we could not fish on the River Waal. Despite the brown water we managed to make some beautiful days with our guests. By times the Zander was very active and agressive strikes hit our lures. Maximun size caught was 81 cm! Some customers came especially to catch Asp and though this is extremely hard with these water conditions we managed with a specimen of 74 cm for our guest Cees. Perch just became catchable, the same for pike. For September, October and November we still have days available. Book your trip today!

Fishing reports

Angler proudly displaying a large Walleye while fishing on a river, showcasing a successful catch in a scenic outdoor setting.

Great day on the river with Michiel

Jul 15, 2024 • Arkel
We had a very nice day on the river. Michiel did a good job, caught some zanders, asp, perch and an ide of 50cm! Excelent job Michiel! We had great fun, thanks for fishing with me!
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An angler proudly displaying a sizable European Zander while fishing from a boat on a calm river.

June was great on the river

Jun 25, 2024 • Arkel
In june we did several trips on the river Boven Merwede and Nieuwe Merwede. Because of the high waterlevels we could not fish on the River Waal. Despite the brown water we managed to make some beautiful days with our guests. By times the Zander was very active and agressive strikes hit our lures. Maximun size caught was 81 cm! Some customers came especially to catch Asp and though this is extremely hard with these water conditions we managed with a specimen of 74 cm for our guest Cees. Perch just became catchable, the same for pike. For September, October and November we still have days available. Book your trip today!
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