Testimonials
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"As a regular visitor I first discovered Teak
Tree Lake when it was in its infancy about 4 years ago. It has
since developed into a very secluded piece of paradise just a
short drive outside of Chiang Mai. The venue is also a great
focal point for those wishing to visit other local attractions
such as the tiger and elephant parks. You are collected from the airport for the drive to your own luxury bungalow within the grounds of this private walled fishery. The lakeside bungalows are fantastic with en-suite facilities and air-conditioning plus your own fishing platform immediately in front. The hospitality from Bruce and his lovely wife Noon are second to none. If you need help with fishing then Bruce is your man with many years experience behind him and if you decide on the full package then Noon's culinary skills are superb. My last trip was in May when I notched up my 18th species from the lake. You can target individual species such as the numerous carp or go for the massive predators that are in here but sometimes it's fun just to see what comes along. The growth rate of these fish is incredible. Anyone who likes fishing abroad or wants to target new species will love this place. I'll be back in November." |
| Alan Hunter - Newcastle Upon Tyne - England - May 2010 |
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As a lover both of the Thai lifestyle and Thailand’s enormous freshwater species,
I made the acquaintance of Bruce and his Teak Tree Lake some three years back. I have become, and will remain, a regular visitor. The high points for me are the superb advice from the fishery owners, with the intimate knowledge of a lake that only a real fishery manager and angler can deliver. Add to that the fast-growing hard-fighting species – the cream of carp and exotic catfish species running to weights of well over 100 pounds/ 40 kilos, plus the prospect of the mighty Arapaima, which can run over 200 pounds / 80 kilos. Bruce is flexible on the various approaches to closing in on the specimens – I learnt a lot of new techniques as well as catching new species: carp, red-tails, Featherback and many more. Two key points struck me as unique to this venue: the superb home cooking of Bruce’s wife, Noon, so superior to what most Thai restaurants can provide; and the feeling of peace and seclusion, on a walled estate in a tranquil corner of the Thai countryside. Yet if a break is desired from the fishing, there is so much to see and do in the Chiang Mai area, one of Thailand’s cultural heartlands. Yes, I will be back! |
| Tony Mulqueen - Ireland - March 2010 |
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"I have known Bruce Dale for many years. I
first met him on a trip for Nile Perch in the early days of
fishing on Lake Nasser . It immediately felt comfortable fishing
with him. After that we fished together in Kazakhstan for Wels
catfish and always kept in touch. Why start a testimonial talking about the owner of Teak Tree lake? Well, the main reason is that Bruce makes the difference. Yes, the place is breathtaking, the fish are getting bigger and bigger and the bungalows are amazingly luxurious. And yes it is close to the airport and Chiang Mai night life but the thing that’s different from many a place in Thailand is Bruce. He knows what he is talking about, both as an angler and as a fish breeder/keeper. Basically he is just a pleasure to be around. His guests come first and he will do almost anything to make their trip a trip of a lifetime. I visited Teak Tree Lake already two times. Both times with my wife and son and yes I will be back again, and again, and again…." Regards, Wim van Velzen The Netherlands |
| Wim van Velzen - The Netherlands - February 2010 |
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"My son and I have had the pleasure of fishing
at Teak Tree Lake on 6 occasions during the past 2 years. In
this time I have watched the gardens and vegetation mature and
more importantly, the fish have thrived, growing to impressive
sizes. We have always been made welcome by Bruce and Noon who have gone out their way to ensure our stays were enjoyable. The accommodation is first class and the home cooked meals extremely tasty. We have really enjoyed having the exclusive use of the lake and Bruce's knowledge of the fish species and the lake has been shared freely. This has certainly helped us catch numerous large fish including Arapaima to 70 kg, Siamese carp to 20 kg and Red- tail catfish to 29 kg. We have also caught at least a dozen other species which have often been at very good sizes for their species. I would definitely recommend Teak Tree Lake to anyone wanting an exclusive fishing holiday targeting a variety of large Thai and imported fish." Keith Purton Hong Kong |
| Keith and Andrew Purton - Hong Kong - February 2010 |
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