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About Alphonse Fishing Co™

The most experienced fly fishing team in the Seychelles

Experience the world’s best fly fishing with Alphonse Fishing Company™. A specialized operator that truly understands the Seychelles islands. Our fishing trips are designed to make all your fishing dreams come true as we give you the chance to fish the island chain’s abundant waters.

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Keith Rose-Innes

His management and guiding portfolio extends through 26 countries over more than 25 years. Keith’s years of exploring, promoting, and establishing the remote coral atolls of Seychelles firmly put them on the world fly fishing map.

Keith Rose-Innes, Alphonse Fishing Company and Blue Safari Seychelles Co-Founder and Managing Director. For over 25 years Keith has been at the forefront of promoting and establishing the remote coral atolls of Seychelles as the world’s best saltwater fly fishing destination. He was the first to fly fish and host trips to many of the now well-known Outer Atolls of the Seychelles. He has been at the forefront of developing techniques and flies for various flats fish species that were previously seen as “non-catchable”. Since then he has worked tirelessly to conserve these untouched Eden’s through sustainable use and conservation.

After 17 years of full time guiding in over 26 countries, today this passionate fly anger and conservationist puts the majority of his focus into protecting the ecosystems of the Outer Islands of the Seychelles through sustainable use and conservations. With his wealth of fly fishing knowledge and experience in the hospitality industry, he oversees all AFC destinations.

Devan Van Der Merwe

Devan van der Merwe, Alphonse Fishing Co General Manager, has 15 years of guiding experience that extends to numerous African countries. Having spent nine years mentoring and managing the best saltwater guide team on the planet, Devan is also a veteran when it comes to Seychelles fly fishing.

Devan heads up the guiding team, captains, and deckhands and runs a fleet of 48 vessels designed to work in the most logistically challenging environments. Devan’s emphasis on sustainability and conservation contribute to his successful management of our world-class fishing destinations.

The Alphonse Fishing Co Team

Considered a fly anglers’ paradise, the unspoilt waters of the Outer Islands and atolls of Seychelles are home to the most incredible variety of fish species, where guests can enjoy some of the world’s best fly fishing. Alphonse Fishing Co. prides itself in coupling the world’s finest fly fishing guides with optimum fishing seasons to create an experience most only dream about. We are proud to boast the services of a highly skilled team with a wealth of knowledge, who strive to enhance the guests’ experience, contribute to ecotourism and experiential travel. As leaders in fly fishing in the Seychelles we have an extensive understanding of the area, our guides are well-versed on the best fishing spots, tidal movements and elemental conditions. We thrive on putting guests on fish, and ensuring the very best fishing adventure, be it on an annual or once-in-a-lifetime trip.

What The Fisherman Say

"Alphonse Fishing Co and their staff are simply amazing. Their professionalism, knowledge and eagerness to help is unreal. Teaching you while putting you onto fish. The island has an incredible feeling to it like you have just reached your final destination and are home. Reef, fish and activities on the island make it a divers, fishers and a family destination of epic proportions. Will go back any opportunity I get. Thank you for everything."
Terance Trim
"Alphonse Fishing Co is definitely a first class organization. I've been lucky enough to go to Alphonse twice and I can't say enough good things about my experiences! Keith has put together a group of the best guides and staff that you could ever wish for during a fishing trip!"
Tom Collins
“This place is truly unique and special. The location is what sets it apart - remote with coral reefs, lagoons and an ocean of translucent water teaming with marine life making it a haven for fisher folk, divers, snorkelers and leisure travelers. The island community you discover and the staff elevate the entire experience into something truly memorable and amazing. Great food, service and comfort make it an overwhelming sensory exploration and leave you changed!”
Stuart Goodall
Alphonse Island

Three atolls and islands called Alphonse, Bijoutier and St Francois
Cosmoledo Atoll

One atoll with a vast lagoon surrounded by nineteen islands
Astove Atoll

One atoll with an enclosed lagoon surrounded by flats and sheer drop offs
Farquhar Atoll

One atoll with a vast lagoon surrounded by nine islands
Amirante Islands

African Banks, Remire Reef, St Joseph’s Atoll and Poivre Atoll
Providence Atoll

One vast atoll with a shallow lagoon, sand banks, flats and channels

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