Keith Rose-Innes

Keith's fishing and guiding portfolio is extensive, with 15 years guiding and over 25 years of fishing experience across the globe. He is one of the founding members of FlyCastaway and has been at the forefront of establishing the remote atolls of the Seychelles and Mauritius firmly in the world fly fishing calendar.

Along with the rest of the FlyCastaway team, his exploration of remote places has opened up numerous world renowned destinations. His first hand experience at 15 different atolls in the Seychelles and the islands in and around Madagascar and Mauritius ensures that he knows the waters of the Indian Ocean better than most. He spent five years guiding on the Ponoi River in Russia for Atlantic Salmon, four of which were as the Head Guide. 

His experiences in Angola, Belgium, Clipperton Island, Cuba, England, France, Germany, Ireland, Kenya, Madagascar, Mexico, Mozambique, Namibia, Norway, Sao Tome, Scotland, Siberia, South Africa, St Brandon's, Tanzania, USA, Zambia and Zimbabwe make him an integral member of FlyCastaway. He is a highly energetic individual whose in-depth fishing knowledge makes his guiding an experience not easily forgotten.

Where it all started

At the age of 5 Keith cast his first fly whilst standing next to his grandfather, Harry Stewart, who had been tying flies and fly fishing since the age of 15. This was only the beginning of 70 years fishing experience that his family was to pass on to him. By the age of 7 he began to share in his father's passion for offshore fishing, fishing extensively (both locally and throughout Africa) by his side. At the age of 17, he obtained his South African colours and captained the team which kick-started his desire to be a fishing guide. At the age of 20, after qualifying in Advertising, he left for the UK and worked at Farlows of Pall Mall for two years, the oldest fly fishing store in Europe, while travelling and fly fishing all over the world.

My Passion

"The thrill of a new trip can't be beaten, the excitement and expectations of what will happen; the hope for something extra-ordinary, to see explosive takes from fish that have never seen the fly before, and to push the limits of fish, fisherman and fishing tackle. Whether it's line striking on the equator or Spey-casting in the Arctic circle, there is nothing more satisfying than sharing in the excitement of a client who has had their expectations fulfilled."