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Montebello Safari 26 July 2011
Hi Liz,
Just a short note to let you know that we had a fantastic trip on our recent charter. This was my fourth trip on the Kylin. I would have to say it was the best yet.
The food was second to none!!!! Well done to Brad. Jim is great decky!!!! Bill doesn't just drive the boat he carresses it!!!! With the staff you currently have (including Mat & Josh) I think you have a winning formula.
This was going to be the last trip to the Monte's for most of the guys but as we had such a great time we have already booked for next year. This is mainly due to your fantastic staff and the service that they provide for the clients.
I must say I was a little disapointed when I heard that Josh & Mat were not going to be on our charter as it can be a long week if the food is crap and the skipper is full of himself. By the time the Kylin pulled along side the Full Monty I could tell that Bill knew his stuff.
I would gladly go sea with that crew again!
Thanks again.
Will be talking to you soon re: next years booking.Shane O.
Montebello Safari
Thank you for a well organised trip to the monteys, it was very enjoyable and the crew were awesome and always willing to make our time there the best it could be, there knowledge of the islands, surroundings, was top notch and no question given to them was un answered.
The cook did an awesome job! The food was amazing!
Thanks again for skippering so well think you all deserve a bottle of red wine!!
Paul R.
Montebello Safari 16 July 2011
Jim,
Would like to convey our feelings on the charter just completed on the 16/07/2011.
The whole party thoroughly enjoyed themselves, bit of a slow start with the weather but once on the way all went to plan, as having previously been on other trips this particular trip rates up there with the best.
Matty did an excellent job of placing us over the fish and should be commended and that is not to take anything away from Bill and Brad, all three worked as a team and were excellent ambassadors for Monte Bello's Safaris.
Montebello Safari 8 November 2010
I have just returned from a recent trip to the Monties with you guys and what a fantastic experience.
I cant thank you enough, everybody had an absoultly fantastic time. Your facilities are an absolute credit to you. The meals are first class, the captain and crew went above and beyond to ensure the best possible time was had by every single person, led by Capt Dave.
The diving, eco tours and fishing were all just amazing, with Dave mixing it up with all types of fishing, some trawling, bottom GT fishing etc. We all loved the dingys to get out and about as well, and were very spoilt with perfect weather.
There was not a single person who didnt go home with the biggest smile they have ever had.
Thanks to Jim, Dave, Andrew, "Sparky", Liz for a trip of a life time, we will be back thats for sure.
Paul M.
Montebello Safari
Hi Liz & Connie,
Our party returned from the Monte Bello's last Saturday. The general feeling was that the trip exceeded all expectations; we had an absolute "Blast". Dave, Andrew & Brad were friendly, accommodating and above all very professional. They are all a credit to your business.
Could you please send me the booking spreadsheet for 2011 & 2012? We most likely would like to come back in 2012, if there are any vacancies.
Kind Regards,
Ian A.
Montebello Safari
Dear Jim,
Julie and I would like to pass on our thanks for all that transpired on our recent truip to the Monte's as your guests. Both of us, Julie in particular with her 12kG Red wish to thank your self Dave Andrew and Josh played Host in the direct meaning of the word being friendly and professional at all times.
The mix of passengers could not have been better. With no exception all the passesngers bogged in and made it a thoroughly pleasant experience.
Special thanks to Dave for his profesionalism and Cookie for his willingnes to impart his knowlege of the enviornment and pleaseent demeanor.
All in all a great time.
Note. "Julie outfished me again"
Ross K.
Montebello Safari
Dear Jim, Byron + Noel,
They say "a picture saves a thousand words", well, that being the case, I say, "thank **** for that!!" because it would take me more than a week to type 6 thousand words which is less than adequate to describe the content and making of these attached fotos. The fact that 3 generations of 2 families from around the world, (I was born Perth Scotland, Evan Perth W.A., Allan Sultanate of Oman) were able to get together for a week's safari in the Montebellos has to be some kind of record, and the bonus was, we all had fun, all of the time!
Thank you all again for a fantastic trip of a lifetime, especially you, Jim for lending a sympathetic ear during our initial phone conversation (to be perfectly honest, when you said you would call back in an hour or so, I kind of half thought you might have been bored listening to my story and were happy to get me off the bloody fone!, WRONG!!)and it was only as time went by and you explained the details of the trip that I became aware of how lucky and privileged we were to be joining you on a personal trip, and what a ball tearer it was!! The Old Man was even enjoying himself when he was seasick, somewhat of an impossibility you would think, but he made the statement.
Your professional approach to all aspects of the trip, more than impressed us all, things like, not throwing cigarette butts overboard, the setup with the tinnies, the garbage management, the handling of the catch including the equal distribution among the rods, the skill and courtesy of your staff, all add up to a fantastic experience, and as a result, in the words of Arnie, "Asta la vista, bebe!"
Thanks again,
Hamish, Sandy, Evan + Allan.
Montebello Safari
Well it been a month or 2 since we fished the montie's and i have to tell ya im missing it heaps, The fishing was off the charts and the food "Cookie" put together for us was fantastic. Skipper Matt was a true pro and was only smilin when the boys were catching fish and decky Jas worked his butt off to keep us all tangle free and baited up.
I hope the N.A.F.A shirt is still being presented to the worst fisherman of the day as we had a heaps of laughs at the end of the day with it, to all the boys, Muca,2 dogz, suzzie, puss,fabio,bear,muzza, marsel,eric da vicking,snapper,ginger nija,angry (jason) and myself Buc , THANKS FOR THE FISHING TRIP OF OUR LIFES
Phil S.
Montebello Safari
Hi Jim,
Just to say thanks on behalf of Murray and me for the wonderful holiday we have just had with Monte Bello Safaris.
Please pass on these thanks to Dave, Andrew and Josh for giving us a Holiday we will remember for a long time.
The other passengers were great accepting "ladies on board" and were terrific company.
Thanks again,
"The tough old Chook" - Loris & Murray E.
Montebello Safari
Hi Jim,
Firstly I just want to say a huge thank you to everyone who made last week what it was – brilliant. Mum, Dad, Darryn and I had a fantastic time and we are still smiling. We couldn't have had a better crew, company or weather, it was just magical!
Once again thank you for all the organizing you have done.
Keep smiling,
Sue J.
Montebello Safari
Hey this is Molly,
Just letting you guys know that me & my family had such a great time on your monte bello safari.
Me & mum were worried that it wouldn't be our thing & that we would be out of place, but thankfully the crew were very friendly & the people we went with didn't mind having girls on board.
It's such a good environment to be in & very much like a home away from home. Here are some of my favourite photos from the trip.
Even though mum & the little brother got sea sick & dad's back was killing after the two sharks we still all really loved the holiday & are so exited to be coming back in 2012.
A big thanx to Jason, Matt & Cookie for insuring we had an awesome time :)
Im already missing MonteBello's & The Crew tonnes.Molly L.
Montebello Safari
Hello Jim and Liz.
I came back from the fabulous Montebello islands Sunday. Took me 25mins to land this on the Kylin using the old reliable alvey reel & penn rod combo... I don't know who was more buggered at the end, me or the fish!
You can put this pic on your website if you want, I didn't see any of these on there!
Looking to get on board again next year.
Thanks, we all had a ball..
Regards,
Steven I.
Montebello Safari
I went on the trip on my own and met 14 of the of the best people a bloke could meet.
Matt, Cookie, Tron and Ren would have to be the best crew on any charter. The Food, Fishing, scenery, company and laughs were all outstanding and the moon phase was absolutely brilliant.
I will defiantly be back next year.
James D.
Hi Jim,
Thanks again for an awesome trip out to the Monte Bello’s.
I had the time of my life and will be back next year for sure! Hopefully we get weather as nice as we did last week!
Cheers
Nicole R.
Hi Liz,
A little belated, but thankyou very much on behalf of all of us that attended a wonderful week (3-9th May) at the Montebello Islands.
Facilities were excellent and Brooke, Turbo and Cookie did a fantastic job looking after us and keeping us occupied. They represented your company very, very well. Also some magnificent fishing!!
Thanks again and no doubt we will be in contact some time in the future to avail of you services. It won't be a once in a lifetime experience !!!
Cheers
Stephen W
Montebello Safari
First day back at work after Safari.
Would like to thank your crew of Hollywood, Turbo & Cookie for a great trip.
The weather was rubbish but their flexability allowed us to change plans and still catch plenty of fish and have an awesome time.Must say that facilities are top notch and have already recommended the Safari to plenty of people.
I'm sure all the Perth boys would say the same thing. Especially HotDogs.Thanks again.
Steve E
Hi Liz,
Well, been back a week, so busy catching up on work, yet wanted to drop a line.
As was my first time out, I must say "what a blast"!
The crew were fantastic with Matt really knowing his stuff. "Cookie" prepared great meals, (which was only part of his role) & new Deckie "Chilli" also did his job real well. (The night fish was my highlight)!!
The thing was all of them blended in & was like we were out with "mates". We enjoyed camaraderie on & off the boat which made the trip so enjoyable.
Peter N
Hi Liz,
Hope this finds you well. Alex had such a great time that seeing as there is room, he has booked again for this week. Leaving 4/05/09. I have deposited the funds into your nominated account tonight to cover for his spur of the moment decision. If there is a hassle, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Have Fun
Gidget F
Montebello Safari
I have just been on a trip to the Montebello's with your company and I would like to congratulate the crew of Matt, Jim and Cookie (Josh) on giving our whole party a great trip.
It was a pleasure to see such a young crew have so much pride, enthusiasm and professionalism in all they did. Even when there was a bit of a hiccup with the Kylin they managed to keep everything on track with a minimum of fuss. They certainly did everything they could possibly do the make the trip a success for us.
Food was a treat, accomodation was great, fishing was fabulous.
I am sure that everyone on the trip will be recommending your company to anyone who is looking for a great fishing experience.Thanks and please pass on my compliments to the boys
Brian P (JD)
Charter
The whole group were very impressed, no complaints whatsoever. We had an absolute ball. Thank you to the whole crew for making the charter.
John L
Had an awesome time, it was excellent. Crew all great! Can’t wait to do it again.
Richard C
This trip was up there with the best ever. We all had a fabulous time and don't have a single complaint to make.
Terry H
I have just returned from a trip on your fantastic set-up and would like to congratulate you on your efforts.
I went on the Safari in June 2006 and was completely blown away by the place. I immediately set about getting myself booked in with Terry H until 2009.
I was surprised to learn that the business changed hands at the end of the 2006 season and did wonder if the new owners/staff would be as good as the last operators. I had a ball on the 2007 trip and am glad to say that your staff were great!
Josh, well what can I say he is just the complete professional right down to the chef's uniform. Fantastic food, great bloke and a pleasure to share a charter with.James is a bit green but give him six months and he will be telling fishing yarns and b******t as good as any old salt. Well done to James a top effort for his first trip as a decky.
Chris would have to be the most energetic decky I have ever encountered on a charter. I must say it felt really good knowing we had a mechanic on board as it is a long way home if anything goes wrong. Chris was great with the customers and never too busy to lend a hand if needed.Shane O
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