Don Jaring
Don Jaring
Member since 2024
5.0

Season opening !

Full Day Trip - Large River Fishing

The predator fishing season in the Netherlands starts on the last Saturday of May. Now what is more beautiful than to start it on of the Dutch rivers with a guide that knows his way around. So this year I went with Toine to a coffee with cream colored fast flowing river, this massive stream on steroids does not hold many secrets for my guide of the day. With the ease of a experienced captain he maneuvered the fully equipped Starweld through the waves. As soon as we arrived on the first spot, I managed to hook two zanders in less than 10 minutes and missed number three right after that. What kick to start the day like this! After some dropshot and jigfishing, Toine suggested to try some spin fishing. We caught quite a few asp up to 65 centimeters which is not so common early in season. Lures and high quality rods are available on this boat by the way! To top it off we had some fiercely active perch at the end of the trip, I caught an old warrior on just 50 centimeters of water very close to the shore. It was an amazing opening for me and plans to make another trip with Toine are already made. Thanks Toine I really enjoyed our little adventure!

Reported Catch
Pike Perch (Zander)
Pike Perch (Zander)
Asp
Asp
European Perch
European Perch
Response from Captain

Hi Don, Thanks for the nice review. We had a very good day together. Hope to see you again soon!!

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16 ft
Group size 1 - 4
1 - 4
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3 hour trip • 4 persons
US $201

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6 reviews
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  • 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.

  • 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 adults1 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

  • Don Jaring
    Don Jaring
    Member since 2024
    5.0

    Season opening !

    Full Day Trip - Large River Fishing

    The predator fishing season in the Netherlands starts on the last Saturday of May. Now what is more beautiful than to start it on of the Dutch rivers with a guide that knows his way around. So this year I went with Toine to a coffee with cream colored fast flowing river, this massive stream on steroids does not hold many secrets for my guide of the day. With the ease of a experienced captain he maneuvered the fully equipped Starweld through the waves. As soon as we arrived on the first spot, I managed to hook two zanders in less than 10 minutes and missed number three right after that. What kick to start the day like this! After some dropshot and jigfishing, Toine suggested to try some spin fishing. We caught quite a few asp up to 65 centimeters which is not so common early in season. Lures and high quality rods are available on this boat by the way! To top it off we had some fiercely active perch at the end of the trip, I caught an old warrior on just 50 centimeters of water very close to the shore. It was an amazing opening for me and plans to make another trip with Toine are already made. Thanks Toine I really enjoyed our little adventure!

    Reported Catch
    Pike Perch (Zander)
    Asp
    European Perch
    Response from Captain

    Hi Don, Thanks for the nice review. We had a very good day together. Hope to see you again soon!!