Fly Fishing Adventures in SEYCHELLES:

Astove Atoll

Overview

Astove has become synonymous with the largest flats-caught GT’s in the Indian Ocean. Its shallow lagoon and small entrance, surrounded by sheer drop-offs makes the experience truly unique. This lagoon is a sanctuary for both juvenile and trophy-size fish that feed on the shallow white sand flats that line the inside of the lagoon. Astove is small and is surrounded by coral flats with deep drop-offs on the flats edge allowing predators easy access. Targeting tailing Indo-Pacific Permit in the lagoon is a favorite among anglers.

Not only does Astove have large GT’s but it also has an equally impressive bonefish, permit, bluefin trevally, triggerfish, barracuda and milkfish population. The offshore fishing starts only feet from the edge of the flats where you can test your tackle against species like yellowfin tuna, dogtooth tuna, wahoo and sailfish. The variety of grouper and snapper that can be caught weighted flies or sinking fly lines adds a new dimension to the amount of species you may tick off your list.

More about Astove Atoll

Astove is situated 655 miles southwest of Mahé and forms part of the remote Aldabra group of atolls in the Indian Ocean. It’s a small and unique atoll that spans less than 4 miles from north to south and 2.5 miles from east to west at the widest points. The shallow lagoon has one small entrance, and due to its elevation a phenomenon occurs whereby the tide falls like a river for ten hours of the 12-hour tidal cycle and then turns to flood the entire lagoon in only two hours.

The Astove Atoll Itinerary

DAY 1
Your charter flight departs IDC Hangar, makes one stop, and then lands on Astove three hours later. On arrival you will be transferred to the lodge where orientation and tackle set up begins. After lunch you can start your fishing with an un-guided session on foot before sunset.

DAY 2–7
Breakfast is at 7:30 AM, fishing begins at 8:30 and lunch is taken in the form of a packed lunch which is enjoyed while out on the flats. You will arrive back at the lodge by 5:30 PM but are free to continue fishing unguided until sunset.

DAY 8
Breakfast is at 7:30 AM, you can then pack, settle your tab and gratuities, and prepare for the three-hour flight back to Mahé. The flight will land back at the IDC Hangar.

ASTOVE ATOLL 2023-2025 RATES

Rates are subject to change.

2023

7-nights/6-days fishing
$ 13,460 per person
  • double occupancy accommodations
  • shared boat
  • daily guide
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2024

7-nights/6-days fishing
$ 14,376 per person
  • double occupancy accommodations
  • shared boat
  • daily guide

2025

7-nights/6-days fishing
$ 17,476 per person
  • double occupancy accommodations
  • shared boat
  • daily guide

Included: Domestic Flights Mahe-Astove-Mahe; 7 nights at the lodge; Double Occupancy Accommodations; 6 days of guided fishing with 2 anglers per boat; All meals; Water, tea, coffee; Soft drinks during activities; Fly Fishing Rod and Reel Rental’ Snorkeling equipment; Watersports equipment; Public WiFi; Laundry service; Conservation Fees; Landing fees; VAT.

Not Included: International flights to Mahe, round-trip; Overnight accommodation on Mahe if needed; Ground Transfers on Mahe; Tackle & Flies; Gratuities; Alcohol and other beverages not listed as included; Mandatory emergency medical evacuation policy & Travel insurance (The guesthouse operator reserve the right to cancel a trip if a client is not adequately insured); Personal Expenses.

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