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Waterfall City Travel

        YOUR NExT




        FISHING ESCApE







         Talbot Trout Farm – A paradise for anglers and nature lovers


        Courtesy of Muse Magazine, www.musemagazine.co.za




































        S      et in the heart of the “Trout Triangle” between   different. Still gorgeous, still relaxed, still offering supreme

                                                              fishing, but so much more.
               Dullstroom and Machadodorp, and just three hours
               from Joburg, Talbot Trout Farm is more than just a
               fishing destination – it’s a sanctuary for relaxation,
                                                              boasts more than 800 hectares. Surrounded by the rolling
        adventure, and connection with nature. Offering pet-  The neighbouring farm has been bought, and Talbot now
        friendly, self-catering cottages and world-class trout fly   hills of the South African Highveld, shimmering waters,
        fishing, Talbot is a hidden gem waiting to be explored.   hidden valleys, and immense blue skies paint the perfect
                                                              backdrop.
        We first visited Talbot some 18 years ago, pre-kids, pre-
        marriage… a bunch of friends in a large manor house   Fishing is a dream. There are a myriad of natural streams, and
        braaiing, G&T-ing, sleeping, and with the occasional fishing   many new dams have been built, taking the total to nine.
        excursion. The farm was idyllic even then, with a large manor   Rainbow and brown trout are the catch of the day, and the
        house and two small cottages offering privacy and splendid   dams are regularly stocked. An incredible variety of fauna
        views.                                                and flora makes it an ideal location for birders and nature
                                                              lovers, and if you have the patience, look out for otters,
        Over the years, my extended family and I have revisited   African fish eagles, and a variety of water and grassland
        frequently, and although sleep has become less frequent   birds. The farm’s rich biodiversity also allows donkeys,
        and fishing more frequent, it still exudes the same laid-back   ostriches, blesbok, Grey rhebok, gemsbok and zebras to
        vibe as always.                                       roam freely.

        Nowadays, Talbot is under new management and          Despite the growing population of wild animals, Talbot is
        ownership, but somehow, it’s still the same. Same, same, but   still pet-friendly – an immense relief to all furry families.


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