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Pete and Gay's Guest House Sandy Point Abaco Bahamas

A Nice Pete and Gay's Bonefish Sandy Point Abaco Bahamas

World-Class Bonefishing at Sandy Point

From the lodge at Pete and Gay’s, the fishing guides have fishing options to the south, north and east. The south offers miles of white sand bonefishing flats as well as tidal creeks which offer excellent bonefishing. To the north lay vast sand and mangrove flats and the famed Marls of Abaco. Directly off shore from Pete and Gays are Gorda Cay and Mores Island, both of which are well known for large bonefish and permit.

There are no wadeable bonefishing flats within easy walking distance of Pete & Gay’s Guest House (there is a beach you can walk and at the right tide you may spot some bonefish), but you can fly fish off the nearby (200 feet away) Government Pier for jacks, snappers and mackerel.

Lodge Accommodations

Pete and Gay Guest House is one of only two fishing lodges located in Sandy Point. Pete and Gays is owned and operated by Bahamas native Stanley White. Stanley is an excellent owner/manager and provides accountability and follow through on guest services like few other Bahamian bonefishing lodges we’ve dealt with. Stanley also has an excellent relationship with many of the areas top bonefishing guides, including Patrick Roberts, Nick, Tony, Derick Kendall, Val and other professional Bahamas bonefishing guides.

The fishing lodge itself is not fancy, but it is a clean, modern facility, completely renovated in 2000, and offers air conditioning and private baths in each of it’s guest rooms. The fishing lodge is a two story building with a wrap around deck on the second floor located a short walk from the water. Of the 14 rooms, 4 (located on the second floor) are larger “mini-suites”, available at an extra cost. A maximum of ten anglers can be accommodated. Bonefishing packages include airport transfers, meals, lodging and guided fishing. Pete & Gay is flexible as to the arrival days, length of your stay, and departure days.

Seasonal Bonefishing at Pete & Gay’s

Autumn Bonefishing: October, November, Early December. Excellent time for large bonefish and permit; other species also available. Conditions are generally quite pleasant, although there is a chance for a late hurricane or some early cold fronts. The average temperature during these months is 80 degrees (F), and the nighttime lows average about 70. Precipitation declines from an average of 6.5 inches in October to 1.3 inches in December.

Winter Bonefishing: Mid-late December, January, February, March. These are the best months for big bonefish. Good time for permit fishing, and perhaps best overall for barracuda. Daytime temperatures range around 77, and night time is a pleasant 64. These are the dry months; average precipitation is about 1.5 inches or less. Of course, the weather can be variable: cool, cloudy, windy, and rainy conditions are possible.

Spring Bonefishing: April, May and June. Warming water and calming winds stimulate bonefish to school together. You may see and cast to hundreds of fish. There are good opportunities to sight cast to larger single fish on the flats, as well. Late spring can bring afternoon showers, and the warmer, calmer weather seems to bring out the insects. Expect daytime temperatures around 85 degrees, and nights about 72. Rainfall increases during this period to about 6 inches in June.

Summer Bonefishing: July, August, and September. Classic “tailing” time for bonefish on the flats, especially early and late in the day, when it’s a little cooler. Early in the season, expect to find lots of permit on the flats. Some rain or a tropical storm possible, but temperatures are a warm 88 degrees during the day, and nights are a balmy 75. Rainfall is at it’s highest during this period: expect about 5.5 inches average each month.

Dining and Travel

Breakfast and dinner are served in the Pete & Gay Guest House restaurant. Dinners are served family style with two main courses. The food has an authentic Bahamian flare and portions are generous. Lunches are taken aboard the boat. Every effort will be made to accommodate any particular likes or dislikes or dietary needs.

There are several ways to get to Pete & Gays Guest House. The most common routing is to fly to Marsh Harbour where you’ll be met and transferred by car to Sandy Point. This option is included in the package price. Other means of getting to Pete & Gays are: schedule a private charter from Nassau, or charter flight direct from Florida into Sandy Point, with a stop in Marsh Harbour or Nassau to clear customs. We will be happy to make recommendations for the best option for your group.

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Garbutt’s Fishing Lodge

Updated on

December 16, 2025

Permit Fishing off the point of Joe Taylor Creek, Belize

Garbutt’s Fishing Lodge, nestled in the traditional Belizean community of Punta Gorda, offers anglers unparalleled access to some of the world’s most productive permit fishing grounds. Situated at the point of Joe Taylor Creek, just minutes from the town center, the lodge provides an ideal home base for experiencing the rich fisheries of southern Belize.

Specializes in fly fishing for permit; other species are also available.

Punta Gorda enjoys a tropical climate, with warm temperatures and a distinct dry and rainy season, offering year-round fishing opportunities.

Focus on fly fishing, particularly for permit, with access to hundreds of flats within thirty minutes of the lodge.

Recognized as the capital of permit fishing within Belize, providing anglers with a high success rate in pursuing this elusive species.

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The Fly Fishing Experience at Garbutt’s Lodge

Garbutt’s Fishing Lodge is renowned for its exceptional permit fishing. With access to numerous permit flats within a short boat ride, anglers can expect ample opportunities to target this prized species. The lodge’s experienced guides, including the esteemed Garbutt brothers—Scully, Oliver, and Eworth—bring over fifteen years of expertise, ensuring a rewarding fishing experience.

Accommodations and Staff

The lodge features six spacious, air-conditioned guest rooms, each equipped with two beds, private baths, hot showers, cable TV, wireless internet, and decks overlooking the Caribbean Sea. The main lodge houses the restaurant and the Grand Slam Bar, serving as the social hub where guests can enjoy Belizean home-cooked meals prepared by the Garbutt family. The communal dining experience fosters a family-like atmosphere, making guests feel right at home.

Garbutt’s Fishing Lodge 2025 – 2026 Rates

2025 Package Rates

Double Occupancy (2 per boat / 2 per room)

3 Nights / 2 Days of fishing – $1,550.00
4 Nights / 3 Days of fishing – $2,025.00
5 Nights / 4 Days of fishing – $2,500.00
6 Nights / 5 Days of fishing – $2,975.00
7 Nights / 6 Days of fishing – $3,450.00

Single Occupancy (1 per boat / 1 per room)

3 Nights / 2 Days of fishing – $2,180.00
4 Nights / 3 Days of fishing – $2,870.00
5 Nights / 4 Days of fishing – $3,560.00
6 Nights / 5 Days of fishing – $4,250.00
7 Nights / 6 Days of fishing – $4,940.00

Rates are in US$, and are subject to change

2026 Package Rates

Double Occupancy (2 per boat / 2 per room)

3 Nights / 2 Days of fishing – $1,625.00
4 Nights / 3 Days of fishing – $2,125.00
5 Nights / 4 Days of fishing – $2,625.00
6 Nights / 5 Days of fishing – $3,125.00
7 Nights / 6 Days of fishing – $3,625.00

Single Occupancy (1 per boat / 1 per room)

3 Nights / 2 Days of fishing – $2,300.00
4 Nights / 3 Days of fishing – $3,025.00
5 Nights / 4 Days of fishing – $3,750.00
6 Nights / 5 Days of fishing – $4,475.00
7 Nights / 6 Days of fishing – $5,200.00

*With daily flights to and from Belize City to Punta Gorda packages of any length can be arranged. Trips can start and end on any day of the week. Lastly, for those looking to build a custom package with time off the water while at Garbutt’s please contact us for details.

Included in package rates: accommodations in our comfortable, air-conditioned guest rooms; daily guided fishing trips with experienced guides; all meals featuring Belizean home-cooked cuisine; 9% Hotel tax and 12.5% Sales Tax; Domestic beverages (Beer, alcohol, and soda); Transfer from Punta Gorda airstrip to and from the lodge; Marine Park Entry fees.

Not included in rate: Round trip international flights to Belize City; Round trip domestic flights from Belize City to Punta Gorda; Belizean Fishing License (purchased at lodge, $25.00 USD per person); Gratuities for guides and lodge staff; Flies, Leaders, Terminal Tackle, Equipment.

At Garbutt’s Fishing Lodge, our packages are designed to provide a comprehensive and enjoyable fishing experience. Included in package rates are ; and round-trip transfers between Punta Gorda Airstrip and the lodge. Not included in the package rates are international flights to and from Belize; domestic flights between Belize City and Punta Gorda; alcoholic beverages and sodas; fishing equipment and flies (though rentals are available); gratuities for guides and staff; and any additional tours or activities outside the standard fishing itinerary.

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Embark on the ultimate fly fishing adventure at Garbutt’s Fishing Lodge. With its prime location, experienced guides, and comfortable accommodations, it’s the perfect destination for anglers seeking world-class permit fishing. Contact us today to book your stay and become part of the Garbutt’s family.

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More About Garbutt’s Fishing Lodge

Situated on a picturesque point along Joe Taylor Creek, the lodge is conveniently located within Punta Gorda, just a short walk from the town center. Guests are treated to stunning views, with the creek at the back and the Caribbean Sea at the front. The main building houses the “Grand Slam Bar,” a charming establishment known for its excellent decor and ambiance. Culinary offerings include a combination of fresh seafood dishes and traditional Creole cuisine, such as stewed chicken, pork, rice, and beans with fresh vegetables, all prepared by the Garbutt family.

For over fifteen years, the Garbutt brothers—Scully, Oliver, and Eworth—have been guiding anglers through the rich waters of Punta Gorda, extending east to the Sapodilla Cayes and north to Placencia. After years of collaborating with various lodges in the region, they established their own venture: Garbutt’s Fishing Lodge. This family-run operation, with Dennis Garbutt serving as the Lodge Manager, offers a fishing-focused experience deeply rooted in Belizean hospitality.

December 16, 2025

Turneffe Flats Resort

Updated on

October 14, 2025

Turneffe Flats Resort is one of the premier resorts in Belize and is located on the northeast section of the Turneffe Atoll. Turneffe Atoll is one of best destinations to target Bonefish, Tarpon and Permit, where the chance of a “Grand Slam” is always a possibility. The Turneffe Atoll is located 30 miles off the coast of Belize and is the fourth largest coral Atoll in the Western Hemisphere. Turneffe Flats’ close proximity to ocean-side flats, inland flats, lagoons and channels provides some of the world’s most diverse sight fishing opportunities for good numbers of bonefish and permit on the flats, and shots at medium to large rolling Tarpon in the lagoons and creeks. In addition to the miles upon miles of ankle deep flats that lie between the Turneffe Islands and the surrounding reef, there are also clear, pristine flats located close to the resort. There are few better places for wading the flats in pursuit of bonefish and permit.

Bonefish, tarpon, permit

Located in the northeast section of the Turneffe Atoll

Expansive wading flats

Stunning wildlife and much to explore, even for the non-angler

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Belize Bonefish Release (photo by Pablo Negri)

Bonefishing at Turneffe Flats Resort

Bonefish are present in equal numbers throughout the year and they are on the flats most of the time. This differentiates Turneffe’s bonefish from those in other areas, such as the Florida Keys, where bonefish only enter the flats in search of a meal. As a result, these fish can become selective. This can make for challenging fishing and the right tackle, flies, presentation and fishing techniques are all important.The bonefish flats at Turneffe are lush flats composed of hard sand, coral and eelgrass, which are full of crabs and shirmp. Nearly all these flats are wadable, providing an excellent opportunity to stalk bonefish on foot. On the ocean side flats, schools of 25 or more tailing bonefish are common, most of which are 2 – 4 pounds. Larger bonefish, up to 10 pounds, have been caught on the ocean side flats, however, most of the larger bonefish caught at Turneffe Flats Resort are found in the mangrove-lined lagoons and flats on the interior of the Atoll.

Permit Fishing at Turneffe Flats Resort

Permit have become the prime objective of many saltwater anglers these days and with Turneffe Flats leading the way, Belize has gained a reputation as the “Permit Capital of the World.” Permit fishing is as much hunting as it is fishing, and permit present a unique challenge. Many guests have celebrated their first ever permit at Turneffe Flats and anglers may have a better chance to land a permit at Turneffe Flats than anywhere else.

Most permit are found as singles or in small groups on the flats and bars throughout the Turneffe Atoll, although guests at Turneffe Flats also frequently see larger schools of permit tailing in shallow water, especially on the high tide. Most of the permit fishing is done from a poled skiff, however it’s not uncommon to see permit on the wadeable ocean-side flats.

Tarpon Fishing at Turneffe Flats Resort

Tarpon are one of the ultimate challenges in saltwater fly-fishing and Turneffe Flats has smaller resident tarpon available year round in the creeks channels, and lagoons, however; big migratory tarpon move in from mid-April – October, with the peak tarpon fishing occurring June, July, and August. Most of the tarpon jumped are 60-90 pounds, with some fish in the 100-150 pound range and occasional monsters approaching 200 pounds.

Turneffe Flats Accommodations

Turneffe Flats Resort is comprised of 8 beach cabana style guest rooms, a pair of 3-bedrooms villas, and a main lodge building. The 8 beach cabana guest rooms are large, well appointed double occupancy seaside rooms, with central air-conditioning, ample closet space, dresser, and a sitting area. Each room has a large private bath with two sinks and a shower.

Turneffe Flats’ two villas each have 3 air-conditioned bedrooms with their own private bathrooms and showers. The three bedrooms have a shared common area, which is comprised of a comfortable lounging area with a satellite television and kitchenette (sink, refrigerator, and kitchen island with barstools).

The Reef Villa is located on the beach and has possibly the best view of any of the guest rooms. The Garden Villa is set back from beach with a view of the grounds and the Caribbean Sea. The Garden Villa is the newest accommodations at Turneffe Flats and the guest rooms are on the second floor. There is a television area, an exercise room, and a meeting area on the ground floor of the Garden Villa.

The air-conditioned main Resort building serves as the social center of Turneffe Flats Resort. The main lodge consists of the dining room, bar, gift shop fly shop guest computer email, and a lounge. Outside Turneffe Flats’ main lodge is a large screened in verandah where you can enjoy a view of the Carrabian Sea.

In addition to a well-established fishing program, Turneffe Flats also has a PADI accredited dive program. Turneffe Flats location offers quick and easy access to some of the most spectacular dive sites in Belize and is also within an hour’s boat ride from the famous Blue Hole, Lighthouse Reef, and Half Moon Caye. There is a combination fishing/diving package for anglers who are interested in both diving and fishing, which allows guests to divide time between both activities – fishing one day and diving the next day. There is also some excellent snorkeling and diving right near the lodge. Please call or email for pricing on the combination packages.

Turneffe Flats Fishing 2025 Rates

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Peak SEASON (NOW → July 26, 2025)

Length of Stay	Double Occupancy	Single Occupancy
7 Nights/6 Days Fishing	$5,890	$8,090
4 Nights/3 Days Fishing	$3,590	$4,990
3 Nights/2 Days Fishing	$2,290	$3,090

Low Season (AFTER PEAK → DEC. 20, 2025)

Length of Stay	Double Occupancy	Single Occupancy
7 Nights/6 Days Fishing	$5,190	$7,490
4 Nights/3 Days Fishing	$3,590	$4,990
3 Nights/2 Days Fishing	$2,290	$3,090

Rates are per person in US$ and subject to change | Rates do not include tax

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Atoll Adventure and Non-Activity Packages available and priced upon request. Partial Week Packages, Diving Packages, and Combination Diving/Fishing Packages available on a space available basis and priced upon request.

A 50% deposit is necessary to reserve space at Turneffe Flats, due within 2 weeks of the booking date. After receiving your deposit we will send a complete list of tackle and equipment to bring. Final payment is due 65 days prior to departure, after which time all payments are non-refundable.

Included in Fishing Package: fully guided daily fishing, two anglers per boat and one guide; all land and sea transfers to and from the lodge on Saturdays; all meals at the lodge, including evening hors d’oeuvres; air conditioned, double occupancy lodging as described.

Not Included: Airfare; gratuities; alcoholic beverages; items of a personal nature; equipment rental; $40 Blue Hole entrance fee (where applicable); Belize Taxes. An additional transfer fee may be required when arrival/departure is not done on regularly scheduled days (typically Saturday & Wednesday).

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L-R: Arial View of Turneffe Island Resort; Nice Permit (Pablo Negri); Atoll View from a helicopter

L-R: Hammock on the Beach (Val Atkison); Permit being Released; Turneffe Island Wadable Flats (Terry Gunn)

Belize

Updated on

March 6, 2025

Belize is a unique fly fishing destination offering excellent fishing for bonefish, permit, tarpon, snook year-round; one of the few destinations to consistently produce “Grand Slams” (catching a bonefish, permit and a tarpon on a fly in the same day). One major feature that contributes to the consistency, variety, and quality of the fishing is the Barrier Reef (second largest barrier reef in the world) off the coast of Belize that extends almost 180 miles North – South and protects Belize’s entire shoreline.

year-round: bonefish, permit, tarpon, snook

Favorable weather conditions year-round

Professional guides and deluxe accomodations

Ecotourism and activities for families and non-anglers

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Central Belize Fishing Lodges

Thirty miles off the mainland of Belize, on the outside of the Barrier Reef, is the magnificent Turneffe Island (Atoll). The Turneffe Atoll has both interior and ocean-side flats, mangrove lined lagoons and a number of channels that support a uniquely diverse fishery. Angler’s can expect to see Permit and large numbers of smaller bonefish on the ocean-side flats with the interior flats, lagoons, and creeks offering the best shots at Tarpon or larger bonefish (8 lbs+). The two fine lodges operating there that we recommend are, Turneffe Flats and Turneffe Island Resort(formally Turneffe Island Lodge).

On the mainland of Belize, we recommend the long established Belize River Lodge, which sites on the western bank of the Belize River. Central Belize, where Belize River Lodge is located, is a year round fishery offering a variety of fishing opportunities for Tarpon, Permit, Bonefish or Snook. Belize River Lodge guests can fish any number of productive flats, channels, rivers, creeks and lagoons in a single trip. In addition to the lodge based fishing program, Belize River Lodge also offers “mother ship” fishing trips, which take anglers along the coast of Belize, allowing access to some of the more remote fishing grounds in Belize.

Northern Belize Fishing Lodges

Northern Belize is best known for it’s year-round population of tarpon and in the Ambergris Caye area, you’ll find the best conditions for stalking tarpon on clear, shallow flats. When conditions are right, you might see hundreds of tarpon and jump several in a day. Bonefish and good numbers of permit are also in residence, making northern Belize a notable destination for a “Grand Slam”.

In northern Belize, we recommend the beachfront El Pescador Fishing Lodge, and their upgraded accommodations at El Pescador Villas on Ambergris Caye. El Pescador has been hosting anglers who want to experience Belize fishing since 1974. The current owners, Steve and Chris Spiro and daughter Ali, have made significant upgrades to the property and continued to offer exceptional hospitality since they purchased El Pescador in 1997. Ambergris Caye is a unique fishery with resident Tarpon (10 – 100 lbs) on the flats 12-months out of the year, complimented with summer Tarpon migration. There are also excellent numbers of 2 – 4 pound bonefish and good numbers of small permit, occasionally reaching 15 lbs.

Southern Belize Fishing Lodges

The best Permit grounds south of Mexico are found in southern Belize. The Permit fishing is so good in southern Belize that it has been dubbed “Permit Alley” and is where Permit addicts come to get their fix, since Permit guru Charlie Leslie set up a remote, fish camp style lodge on Tarpum Caye, 15 miles off the coast of Belize. Tarpon Caye Lodge is best know for the excellent Permit fishing on the flats of southern Belize, however Tarpon Caye is also a true “Grand Slam” hotspot. Tarpon roll within view of the bedrooms and bonefish are available in good numbers.

At “Charlie Leslie’s” Tarpon Cay Lodge, the guides set the fishing day around the tide and not the clock, to ensure that anglers don’t miss fishing the best tide while they are eating dinner. The Permit flats are only minutes from Tarpon Caye Lodge by boat, where you’ll see tons of permit, however, catching them is up to you … and a rabbit’s foot, a four-leaf clover, or whatever works for you.

Our southern most lodge in Belize is located 5-miles north of Punta Gorda, the brand new Belcampo Resort (formerly El Pescador Punta Gorda / Machaca Hill Resort) is an incredible facility with incredible views of the Laughing Falcon Reserve, the Rio Grande River, and the Gulf of Honduras in the distance from the hilltop lodge.

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January 29, 2024

Tarpon Caye Lodge

Southern Belize, and particularly Placencia, has long been known as one of the top hotspots in the world for the elusive permit. While found in good numbers close to the mainland, the real action is found on the ocean flats located about 14 miles offshore near the barrier reef, an area known to cognoscenti as “Permit Alley”. These skinny water, white sand wading flats are gin-clear ocean water and offer what many consider the ultimate angling experience, stalking tailing permit on foot! When fishing the top 6 hours of the tide, it is not unusual for anglers to get 20, 30 or more legitimate shots at tailing permit.

Crossing the open ocean between the mainland and permit alley is a weather dependent affair in a small flats skiff. But fortunately for permit lovers, Tarpon Caye Lodge, owned and operated by world-renowned permit guide and guru, Charlie Leslie, is located smack dab in the center of this permit haven. A sea-worthy canopied 28-foot launch insures a comfortable ride out to the Caye. But permit aren’t the only game in town. For those who like diversity, there are plenty of tarpon (hence the name, Tarpon Caye), bonefish and other species to keep you occupied.

PERMIT, tarpon, bonefish

Favorable weather conditions year-round

Professional guides and deluxe accomodations

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What distinguishes Tarpon Caye Lodge from other lodges is the flexibility of the daily fishing schedule. Charlie’s motto is, “we do fishing here!” Most other lodges operate on a set daily schedule, such as 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, irrespective of the tides. The permit fishing in the Alley, is extremely tide dependent. They are up on the flats feeding on the top 6-hours of the tide. If you had low tide at 12:00 noon and fished a conventional 8:00 am to 4:00 pm lodge schedule, you’d likely not see many permit between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm. However, at Tarpon Caye, if your preference is to concentrate on permit, with a tide like this, you’ll have toast and coffee at 4:00 am, and be out on the flats at daybreak to catch the last few good hours of outgoing tide. Then return to the lodge for a full breakfast and siesta, snorkeling, or use the lodge’s sea kayaks to paddle down 5 minutes to the flats on the south side of the Caye to fish on your own. Then you’ll had back out with your guide in mid-afternoon to catch the best part of the incoming and top of the tide. Fishing such a schedule practically guarantees permit anglers will have shots at fish during every hour of their fishing day!

The tarpon lagoon for which the Caye takes it’s name, is a few pole pushes from the dock, and is usually chock full of resident tarpon in the 20 – 50 pound class. From April through November, migratory ‘poons in the 50 – 100 + pound range may be encountered both in the lagoon and on a number of the deeper flats in the area. Bonefish are not only plentiful on many of the flats, but these ocean fish tend to be much larger average size than the mainland fish. All the flats are from 3 – 20 minutes run time from the dock. This may be the only destination on earth where you have a shot at a Grand Slam without traveling more than a mile from the lodge!

But flyfishing or spinfishing for the “Big Three” is just the tip of the iceberg. Opportunities for bottom fishing, conventional trolling and offshore casting and flyfishing are nearly limitless. The cut through the Barrier Reef is just 7-miles from the Caye, and the drop off just beyond can produce sailfish and blue marlin during the spring months, and what Charlie refers to as “Little Big Game Fishing” for, Dorado, wahoo, kings, amberjack, barracuda and more. The channels within minutes of the Caye also produce king mackerel, Spanish macks, wahoo, Dorado, bonito (little tunny), blackfin tuna and more. Bottom fishing yields over 7-species of groupers, 5-species of snappers, jack crevalle, bar jack, triggerfish and more. Regardless of your species or method of preference, Tarpon Caye guides are both well equipped and well schooled in catching just about anything that swims in these waters!

Accommodations at Tarpon Caye are in 3 simple but comfortable double occupancy cabañas on stilts overlooking the Home Flat to the east. Each cabaña is furnished with 2 double sized platform beds with comfortable new mattresses and head board reading lights, writing table and chair, tiled floors, cathedral ceilings to help keep the cabañas cool, fully tiled private baths with hot and cold water. Each is fronted by a private veranda with hammock and two Adirondack style deck chairs overlooking the water. For 2009, Charlie is converting the current clubhouse to a 2-bedroom, quad occupancy cabaña suite to increase occupancy from 6 to 10 guests.

The new dining room/clubhouse will feature an open-air deck & dining area overlooking the water where anglers enjoy a relaxing happy hour before sitting down to one of Tarpon Caye’s signature Caribbean Gourmet dinners. Charlie (an excellent chef himself) recruits only the very best chefs from the mainland and oversees the menu. The food is outstanding!

Power on the island is generated full 110 volt so your DVD player or other appliances will plug right in. The main generator is shut down at 9:00 pm but a 12 volt system provides ample electric lighting throughout the night. Note: a new solar power system is anticipated for 2009 which will give 110 volt service 24/7.

A pump driven 12,000 gallon rain water storage system provides ample water pressure to all the cabañas. For communications, the lodge provides free Internet service (WiFi is planned for the 2008/2009 season), free incoming calls to the lodge, and use of the phone to make outgoing calls using a prepaid phone card (available on the Caye). The new bar will even have satellite television for those who can’t live without their CNN!

When not fishing, eating or otherwise relaxing, guests may enjoy the complimentary use the lodge’s sea kayaks or snorkeling equipment. Optional snorkeling or diving charters may be arranged for non-fishing guests.

Tarpon Caye Lodge 2025 Rates

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Peak SEASON (Mar. → MAY, 2025)

Length of Stay	Double Occupancy	Single Occupancy
6 Nights Stay / 5 Days Fishing	$4,800	$7,200
7 Nights Stay / 6 Days Fishing	$5,200	$7,800
Non-Angler rate per night	$200

June 2025 → FEB 2026

Length of Stay	Double Occupancy	Single Occupancy
4 Nights Stay / 3 Days Fishing	$3,500	$5,250
5 Nights Stay / 4 Days Fishing	$3,800	$5,700
6 Nights Stay / 5 Days Fishing	$4,100	$6,300
7 Nights Stay / 6 Days Fishing	$4,500	$6,750
Non-Angler rate per night	$200

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Travel to Tarpon Caye is through international arrival in Belize City followed by a 40 minute Tropic Air flight to Placencia. Guests are met at the airport and driven to Tarpon Caye’s 28 foot boat launch for the 45 minute boat transfer to the Caye.

Included in rate: Ground transfers from Placencia airstrip to transport boat and return; Boat transfer to Tarpon Caye from Placencia and return; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (all boats take out a packed lunch when going out to fish – upon request); Beverages (sodas, bottled drinking water); Accommodations: private cabin (2 max per cabin); Daily Housekeeping; Guided Fishing: guide, boat, fuel, gear* Complimentary use of snorkel gear and kayaks; Wi-Fi internet; Taxes.

*NOTE: Fishing gear of rod and reel/line only, is included. If you require lures, flies or any other artificial bait, etc., it is not included. You can either bring your own or TCL will have available for sale – upon request.

Not included in rate: Airfare to Belize City from the US; airfare from Belize City to Placencia; Alcoholic beverages; items of a personal nature; Fishing tackle; Fishing license ($25 US per angler/week); gratuities to guide and staff; and any additional tours/sightseeing days. Other expenses might include tips to baggage handlers at Belize International Airport, $1 (US) per bag is adequate and $20 (US) or $40 (BZ) Belize Departure Tax (which includes Passenger Security Screening Fee approx. $2.50 BZ, Protected Area Conservation Trust Tax $7.50 BZ and Belize Travel Tax $30.00 BZ = $40 BZ or $20 US). Airport fees and tax rates subject to change.

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Copal Tree Lodge

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February 25, 2025

Copal Tree Lodge in Belize (formerly known as Belcampo Belize, El Pescador Punta Gorda and Machaca Hill Rainforest Canopy Lodge) is a remote and unique eco-tour and fishing lodge in southern Belize. They have deep roots as a fishing lodge, set in some of the most fertile permit fishing grounds anywhere in the world and employs expert flats fishing guides. Copal Tree Lodge describes the lodge as “agritourism-chic” featuring a Jungle Lodge, organic farm, and a 12,000-acre nature reserve. Copal Tree Lodge Belize offers the best in local food and culture, active adventures, wildlife viewing, saltwater fly-fishing, and world-class hospitality.

year-round: bonefish, permit, tarpon, snook

Favorable weather conditions year-round

Professional guides and deluxe accomodations

Ecotourism possibilities and more in southern Belize

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Copal Tree Lodge, Punta Gorda, located at the southern tip of Belize’s infamous “Permit Alley”, is home to one of the world’s premier permit fisheries. From the riverside marina, Copal Tree boats run 15 minutes down the Rio Grande to enter the Gulf of Honduras. The prime permit fishing areas begin at Sickle Cay, a half mile from the mouth of the river, and extends another 13 miles northeast to the Snake Cays. Within this area are hundreds of tiny islands, cayes with lagoon flats and pop up “pancake” flats just a short distance from the mainland. These include such notable fishing grounds as Mojo Caye, Wild Cane Caye and the Snake Cayes. The outside flats affiliated with many of these cayes tend to be gently sloping off into deeper water allowing permit to be found at all tidal stages. Just inshore from these cayes is the famed Ycacos Lagoon which, particularly on the higher stages of the tide, can be an amazing inshore permit fishery. The narrow channel into the lagoon can also be a hotspot for tarpon who will lie in wait at the mouth of the channel on the outgoing tide.

Tarpon and snook offer variety options for anglers. While not as abundant as permit, one should always keep an eye out for rolling poons or popping snook, especially when running the river to and from the permit grounds. Resident tarpon are present in the rivers and lagoons year round, and larger migratory fish are sometimes encountered between April and November. Snook fishing is best between November and March. If you wish to target tarpon or snook during your stay, Copal Tree offers access to many more rivers than the Rio Grande, including Golden Stream, Deep River, the Monkey River, and Moho River.

Bonefishing opportunities are limited, with the best chances existing out at the Sapodilla Cayes, a fairly long run from the lodge. While there are decent numbers of fish there, they tend to be small. If luck is with you in the morning (and you land both a permit and a tarpon), your chances of closing out the Grand Slam are good out at the Sapodillas!

Formerly known as Belcampo Belize, the lodge was completely revonvated in 2008 – 2009 as Machaca Hill and the new owner purchased the 12,000 acres of rainforest surrounding the lodge. When the lodge became Belcampo (and later Copal Tree Lodge), they continued to elevate their level of service and commitment to the keystone organic crops of cane, cacao, coffee and vanilla, and provide guests with agritourism programs that showcase these exotic ingredients at their origin. Copal Tree Lodge Belize has grown from pioneering ideas of sustainable food production and agritourism to an award-winning, world-class destination, welcoming discerning travellers from around the globe. The 12,000 acres that surrond this lodge have been classified as a private reserve to ensure that the native Belizean flora and fauna that makes this remote and virtually undisturbed wilderness area such an interesting and beautiful place to visit. The reserve surrounding the lodge also creates a unique feeling of privacy.

Copal Tree Lodge is situated at the plateau summit of “Big Hill or Machaca Hill” over looking the Rio Grande, the rainforest, and the Caribbean Sea. There is a private tram (or a staircase with 365 steps) to take guests from the riverside deck (which includes the waterside dining area and Maya Bar) to the lodge compound 400 feet above the Rio Grande. The lodge portion of Copal Tree cosists of the main lodge bulding with The Jungle Farm Restaurant, The Rum Bar, the spa, lounge areas, a swimming pool, and observation decks with open views of the coast, the Maya Mountains and a seemingly endless pristine rainforest. There are also 16 individual, spacious suites, which are well appointed with plush beds, screened fresh-air verandas, and spa-style bathrooms with floor to ceiling tropical rainforest views.

The Jungle Farm Restaurant runs on a farm to table philosophy that creates everything in house using ingredients grown on Copal Tree’s farm or locally sourced from nearby farmers, including compassionately and organically raised chickens, sheep and pigs, and a variety of organic produce including many local staples such as mangoes, passion fruit and pityia. The seafood is sourced locally from a team of fishermen who supply Copal Tree with sustainable fish, conch, lobster and wild shrimp. Meals at Copal Tree Lodge Belize are a blend of Mayan, East Indian, Creole, Garifuna, Latin and Indo-Caribbean inspired fare and are prepared by using traditional and modern cooking techniques. There is also the Copal Tree Rum Bar, which is a great place to relax and unwind at the end of each day. A central lounge is surrounded by cool shaded decks perched within the jungle canopy. Cocktails and complimentary snacks are served each day at 6 PM.

Copal Tree Lodge offers a unique array of non-fishing programs and activities, and well-trained guides focused on a providing a high level of personalized service. These activities at Copal Tree include birding and wildlife tours, jungle excursions, caving adventures, night time jungle hikes and drives, river tours, nighttime river cruises, snorkeling, diving, yoga, spa treatments, and explorations of the Mayan culture.

Copal Tree Lodge Belize 2025 Rates

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Included in the package cost are: number of days guided fishing; number of nights lodging; 3 meals per day and after fishing hors d’oeuvres; laundry service; use of all amenities (pool, internet, tram, canoes, bikes, etc); transfers from/to Punta Gorda Airstrip; taxes / fees.

Not included in the above rate are: Air transportation to and from Belize City; Roundtrip air Belize City / Punta Gorda ($280 pp, rate subject to change); rental tackle; beverages; gratuities; additional tours/sightseeing days. Additional expenses such as transfers, hotels, meals incurred due to delays or other unforeseen events. Other expenses might include tips to baggage handlers at Belize International Airport, $1 (US) per bag is adequate and the Belize Departure Tax.

El Pescador Villas

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February 25, 2025

The El Pescador Villas are the luxury accommodations at El Pescador Resort on Ambergris Caye, Belize. Eight exotic and well appointed two-story villas are each comprised of 3-bedrooms, 3-bathrooms, a great room, and a verandah. All of the El Pescador Villas have coral stone tiled floors, walls filled with paintings, crafts and tapestries by local artists, and are decorated with handcrafted furniture of tropical hardwoods, bamboo, or traditional wicker. There is also an exotic array of tropical flowers and greenery tucked here and there to welcome guests to paradise.

El Pescador Resort on Ambergris Caye in Belize is the oldest and most established fishing lodge in Belize. It’s also one of the premier fly fishing destinations for a “Grand Slam” and one of the only areas where tarpon can be caught on the flats, year-round. Ambergris Caye is considered an island, but it is really the southern most tip of the Yucatan Peninsula, and is tucked behind the northern reaches of Belize’s barrier reef.

Year-round tarpon; Partial year: bonefish, permit; Occasional: snook.

Favorable weather conditions year-round

Professional guides and deluxe accomodations

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Two sets of four villas are set on opposite ends of El Pescador’s main lodge building in the tropical gardens, surrounding a private pool, and provide stunning views. The villas are only a short walk from the main lodge; far enough away allow guests privacy but close enough to allow access to all of the amenities and services offered at El Pescador. Amenities include 3 swimming pools; Complimentary Kayaks; Complimentary Bicycles; Fishing Instructor; SCUBA Diving Instructor;

Email service; Tour Office; Gift and sundry Shop; The Exclusive “Scientific Angler Mastery Series” Fly Shop in Belize; Bar and Restaurant.

The Great-Room in each villa is on the second floor. To access the great-room, guests ascend a dramatic plank staircase and pass through a mahogany door. All the Great-Rooms have high cathedral ceilings with polished Belizean hardwoods. In the Great-Room, there is a dining area (comfortably seating 6 for dinner), a full kitchen with all the appliances and gadgets, and a large open living area. This large open room has great views of the Caribbean, the beach, and the barrier reef.

French doors lead from the Great-Room to the 250 square foot covered verandah on the second floor. The verandahs are furnished with sofas or hammocks offering a great place to enjoy the sea breeze, the sunrise, or the sunset. The ground floor also has a covered verandah with private entrances to both downstairs suites with views of the beach, the Caribbean Sea, and the Barrier Reef. It’s no wonder that the verandahs become a favorite spot for El Pescador Villa guests.

Each two-story El Pescador Villa has 3 bedrooms, one on the second story and two on the ground floor. Each bedroom has an excellent view of the Caribbean. These master suites are fully self-contained with luxurious bathrooms, featuring his and hers hand-made ceramic sinks and matching tiles, excellent showers, spacious closets, and fluffy towels. The suites are configured to “lock-off”, enabling guests to have 1, 2, or 3 bedrooms and enjoy their own private unit. In other words, it’s possible to have the entire villa as a home-away-from-home, or request only a single suite.

El Pescador Fly Fishing Resort 2025 Rates

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Winter/Spring SEASON (NOW → July 31, 2025)

Length of Stay	Double Occupancy / 2 per boat	Single Occupancy / 2 per boat	Double Occupancy / 1 per boat	Single Occupancy / 1 per boat
3 Nights Stay / 2 Days Fishing	$2,612	$3,312	$3,262	$3,962
4 Nights Stay / 3 Days Fishing	$3,403	$4,228	$4,378	$5,203
5 Nights Stay / 4 Days Fishing	$4,204	$5,154	$5,504	$6,454
6 Nights Stay / 5 Days Fishing	$4,984	$6,059	$6,609	$7,684
7 Nights Stay / 6 Days Fishing	$5,745	$6,945	$7,695	$8,895
Extra Night + Day	$814	$923	$1,139	$1,248

Summer/Fall Season (Aug. 1 → NOV. 14, 2025)

Length of Stay	Double Occupancy / 2 per boat	Single Occupancy / 2 per boat	Double Occupancy / 1 per boat	Single Occupancy / 1 per boat
3 Nights Stay / 2 Days Fishing	$2,337	$2,932	$2,987	$3,582
4 Nights Stay / 3 Days Fishing	$3,037	$3,722	$4,012	$4,697
5 Nights Stay / 4 Days Fishing	$3,746	$4,521	$5,046	$5,821
6 Nights Stay / 5 Days Fishing	$4,435	$5,300	$6,060	$6,925
7 Nights Stay / 6 Days Fishing	$5,104	$6,059	$7,054	$8,009
Extra Night + Day	$699	$785	$1,024	$1,100

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There is a 3 Night minimum stay at El Pescador, Ambergris Cay. Most fisherman stay at least a week. Complete Dive and Ecotourism Packages are also available. Please call for more information.

Fishing Packages Include: The number of nights lodging and days fishing specified in your package, round-trip air, land and sea transfers between Belize City and El Pescador, hotel tax, sales tax where applicable; hors d’oeuvres; 3 meals per day, local Belizean beverages including local beer, soda and rum, complimentary use of all amenities (pools, Internet, kayaks, bikes, etc.) and a welcome drink.

Not Included: Imported beverages, liquors such as Scotch or Cranberry juice, Fishing license, Park fees (if applicable), fishing gear (may be borrowed based on availability), diving gear (may be rented), gratuities.

Reservation Policy: A non-refundable deposit of 50% per person is necessary to secure a reservation, after receiving your deposit, we will provide you with a complete list of tackle and clothing to bring.

El Pescador Resort

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February 25, 2025

El Pescador Resort on Ambergris Caye in Belize is the oldest and most established fishing lodge in Belize. It’s also one of the premier fly fishing destinations for a “Grand Slam” and one of the only areas where tarpon can be caught on the flats, year-round. Ambergris Caye is considered an island, but it is really the southern most tip of the Yucatan Peninsula, and is tucked behind the northern reaches of Belize’s barrier reef. Ambergris Caye is separated from the rest of the Yucatan by a canal dug by the Mayan’s to facilitate trade routes, and tucked behind the Belize barrier reef. The constant high-quality fishing at El Pescador is primarily due to a nearly perfect location with the protection from the reef and a neo-tropical / semi-arid climate (averaging less than a 10 degrees F variation in temperature and 25 inches of rain, year-round).

Year-round tarpon; Partial year: bonefish, permit; Occasional: snook.

Favorable weather conditions year-round

Professional guides and deluxe accomodations

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El Pescador’s fishing program is based around a healthy resident tarpon population (10 – 90 pounds) that can be found in 3-5 feet of water virtually 12 months of the year. There are few angling experiences that can rival the excitement of stalking tarpon on the clear, shallow flats located 45 minutes by boat from El Pescador. When conditions are right you might see hundreds of tarpon on the flats and jump several in a day. In late summer (July, August & September) the tarpon migration practically doubles the tarpon population at El Pescador and larger tarpon, well over 100 pounds, are available on the flats and on the reef.

In addition to the some of most productive year-round tarpon flats in the world, El Pescador has excellent fishing for bonefish and permit on protected flats closer to the lodge, and along the mangrove edges in the lee of the wind. The bonefish typically average 1-3 pounds, but larger bonefish (up to 5-6 pounds) are available. Most of the permit are less than 15 lbs and are frequently sighted in schools, however, larger permit (up to 30 pounds) typically show up during the tarpon migration.

Snook are available in the lagoons and mangrove-lined creeks, but not abundant. Also prevalent in the lagoons, on the flats, or out on the reef (in season) are Jack crevalle, barracuda, sailfish, dolphin, tuna, king mackerel, grouper, snapper, big-eyed jacks, wahoo, sharks of all sizes, and scrappy ladyfish. For fishermen who want to fish offshore or the Belize barrier reef, El Pescador has several larger (38-52 foot) boats available for charter.

El Pescador prides itself on having a staff with some of the most experienced guides in Belize; many have been guiding at El Pescador for over 20 years! The guides have extensive knowledge of this fishery that comes from a lifetime dedicated to learning where the fish are and how they behave. El Pescador guides are also excellent technical fishermen and experts at efficiently and safely handling the 23-foot Mexican super-pangas flats boats you’ll be fishing from.

The El Pescador lodge building is comprised of the dining room, bar, fly shop (the only Scientific Anglers Mastery Series Shop in Belize), and 13 guest rooms. The accommodations at El Pescador are comfortable and spacious, not fancy. Each room has a ceiling fan, air conditioning, private bath with two sinks and a hot shower, and has a view of water. El Pescador introduced their luxury accommodations with a collection of 8, one, two, or three bedroom villas (click here for more information on the El Pescador Villas).

Guests at El Pescador or El Pescador Villas have access to a wide variety of amenities for your enjoyment after a great day of fly-fishing, snorkeling the reef, or inland adventure. The experienced staff at El Pescador, will be happy to help you arrange help you arrange any number of activities. At El Pescador the amenities include a restaurant, a bar, 3 fresh water swimming pools, massage services, exercise room, complimentary kayaks and bicycles, fishing instructor / host, SCUBA diving instructor, concierge, WI-FI, tour office, gift and sundry shop, and the only Scientific Angler Mastery Series Fly Shop in Belize. An attractive white sand beach stretches for miles in front of the lodge. Swimming off the El Pescador dock is preferable to wading because of the amount of seaweed that gets washed ashore.

El Pescador’s restaurant specializes in native Caribbean cuisine made with fresh local produce and seafood. The meals are “family style” and each evening El Pescador either features two entrees or a buffet at dinner. Evening meals are served on the outdoor deck or in the dining room and El Pescador encourages everyone to dine together in the evening.

Pescador also offers a variety of non-fishing activities that range from snorkeling to Scuba diving to almost a dozen Eco-tour options, like one day and over night sightseeing trips to ancient Mayan ruins located on main land Belize. The town of San Pedro is 10 minutes away by boat and is comprised of several hotels and bars and can be an enjoyable way to spend an afternoon or evening. Please call or email for more information on the non-fishing activities.

As you can see from the information provided, Angler Adventures has considerable experience making arrangements to Belize. We can assure you the lowest airfares to Belize City, round-trip including customs fees and tax.

El Pescador Fly Fishing Resort 2025 Rates

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Winter/Spring SEASON (NOW → July 31, 2025)

Length of Stay	Double Occupancy / 2 per boat	Single Occupancy / 2 per boat	Double Occupancy / 1 per boat	Single Occupancy / 1 per boat
3 Nights Stay / 2 Days Fishing	$2,612	$3,312	$3,262	$3,962
4 Nights Stay / 3 Days Fishing	$3,403	$4,228	$4,378	$5,203
5 Nights Stay / 4 Days Fishing	$4,204	$5,154	$5,504	$6,454
6 Nights Stay / 5 Days Fishing	$4,984	$6,059	$6,609	$7,684
7 Nights Stay / 6 Days Fishing	$5,745	$6,945	$7,695	$8,895
Extra Night + Day	$814	$923	$1,139	$1,248

Summer/Fall Season (Aug. 1 → NOV. 14, 2025)

Length of Stay	Double Occupancy / 2 per boat	Single Occupancy / 2 per boat	Double Occupancy / 1 per boat	Single Occupancy / 1 per boat
3 Nights Stay / 2 Days Fishing	$2,337	$2,932	$2,987	$3,582
4 Nights Stay / 3 Days Fishing	$3,037	$3,722	$4,012	$4,697
5 Nights Stay / 4 Days Fishing	$3,746	$4,521	$5,046	$5,821
6 Nights Stay / 5 Days Fishing	$4,435	$5,300	$6,060	$6,925
7 Nights Stay / 6 Days Fishing	$5,104	$6,059	$7,054	$8,009
Extra Night + Day	$699	$785	$1,024	$1,100

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Villa Upgrades for US$ 300 + tax

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2 rooms → 2-bedroom villa
3 rooms → 3-bedroom villa
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There is a 3 Night minimum stay at El Pescador, Ambergris Cay. Most fisherman stay at least a week. Complete Dive and Ecotourism Packages are also available. Please call for more information.

Fishing Packages Include: The number of nights lodging and days fishing specified in your package, round-trip air, land and sea transfers between Belize City and El Pescador, hotel tax, sales tax where applicable; hors d’oeuvres; 3 meals per day, local Belizean beverages including local beer, soda and rum, complimentary use of all amenities (pools, Internet, kayaks, bikes, etc.) and a welcome drink.

Not Included: Imported beverages, liquors such as Scotch or Cranberry juice, Fishing license, Park fees (if applicable), fishing gear (may be borrowed based on availability), diving gear (may be rented), gratuities.

Reservation Policy: A non-refundable deposit of 50% per person is necessary to secure a reservation, after receiving your deposit, we will provide you with a complete list of tackle and clothing to bring.

Belize River Lodge

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February 24, 2025

Belize River Lodge is located on the banks of the Belize River, about 3.5 miles from the mouth. The lodge is secluded in the jungle lined western banks of the river and the location allows anglers access to a wide variety of fishing in the river for large migratory Tarpon, juvenile Tarpon, and Snook as well as flats fishing for Permit, Tarpon, and Bonefish. In addition, Belize River Lodge is located only 15 minutes from the international airport, making it one of the most convenient fishing options in Belize.

tarpon, juvenile tarpon, snook, permit and bonefish

Conveniently located 15 minutes from the airport

Fishing from 23 foot pangas (skiffs) as well as wade fishing

Stunning wildlife and many terrains to explore

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Belize River Lodge can accommodate a total of 16 guests in a four bedroom “Guest House”, a two bedroom “Cottage”, or a two bedroom “Bungalow”. The accommodations are constructed of native mahogany and surrounded by tropical greenery and exotic flowers. Each room has a ceiling fan and its own bath and hot shower. All rooms have air conditioning. All of the buildings, including the dining room / living area, are within 50 feet of the river. The lodge buildings are decorated in tropical Belizean ambiance and have an appealing old world charm.

Outstanding seafood and native dishes are served. Owner Mike Heusner, managed the lodge when it was known as Keller’s Caribbean Sports, before purchasing and renaming the property to Belize River Lodge in January 1987. He and his associate, Marguerite Miles, are a very competent management team, Mike as a fishing outfitter and Marguerite as hostess and chef.

The fishing in the Belize River, and on the nearby saltwater flats, is done from sturdy 23 foot pangas (skiffs) guided by experienced, English-speaking native Belize guides. However, there is a good amount of wading on some of the saltwater flats. The mangrove lined rivers, which at times can teem with spawning tarpon and snook, that are fished from the lodge include: the Belize River, Black Creek, Sibun River, Manatee River, and numerous creeks and lagoons in between.

Moving into saltwater, the mouth of the Belize River can be a hot spot for big Tarpon. And, the flats among the coastline and nearby cays offer sight fishing for bonefish, permit, tarpon and snook. Other available species include cubera, snapper, jacks, barracuda, grouper and more. Many species of birds and other wildlife such as manatees, howler monkeys, iguanas, turtles, snakes and occasionally crocodiles may be seen while fishing from the lodge.

Belize River Lodge also offers a remote Outpost Camp on Long Caye and a live aboard vessel as exciting options that extend beyond just staying at the lodge.

Long Caye Outpost

The Outpost camp on Long Caye is situated right in the middle of some of Belize’s most fertile fishing grounds, giving anglers access to productive fishing areas like St. George’s Caye or Miami Beach less than 10 minutes. In fact, the Long Caye area is well known for producing good numbers of Grand Slams (catching a Tarpon, Permit and Bonefish in the same day). The Outpost Camp can accommodate up to 6 anglers in 3-double occupancy air-conditioned rooms and is equipped with a shared bathroom, a full veranda, ceiling fans, generator power, and a private island, only shared with your guides and Belize River Lodge staff. Rooms are outfitted with twin beds, but can be made into King size beds if desired.

Since the guides do not go home each night, the fishing hours are unlimited. Get up at daybreak, fish, come back for breakfast, fish, snorkel, have lunch. Fish, siesta, have dinner. Then fish until dark or after dark! No TV or telephones, but the vessels are equipped with marine radios.

This system affords the serious angler the greatest variety of fishing conditions and the opportunity to catch a variety of fish species such as tarpon, snook, bonefish, permit, several types of snapper and grouper, jack, barracuda, shark, mackerel and others.

Custom Tours – In addition to fishing, Belize is an interesting place for touring. Belize River Lodge offers the following customized personal tours: Maya historic sites; caves and waterfalls; horseback riding; bird watching; river trips to see manatees, howler monkeys, iguanas, turtles and sometimes crocodiles; the

Belize Zoo with all the native animals and snakes of Belize and even a toucan you can pet; San Pedro at Ambergris Caye, the old and new capital of Belize; local villages; wood carvers at work; Tikal in Guatemala and much more. These tours are guided either by members of the Heusner family or by guides selected by the Heusners. Belize River Lodge takes care of all local travel arrangements and accommodations.

Belize River Lodge 2025 Rates

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Length of Stay	Double Occupancy	Single Occupancy
3 Nights/2 Days	$2,275	$3,275
4 Nights/3 Days	$3,200	$4,595
5 Nights/4 Days	$4,075	$5,850
6 Nights/5 Days	$4,925	$7,075
7 Nights/6 Days	$5,775	$8,325
8 Nights/7 Days	$6,475	$9,295

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Rates Include: round trip airport transfers in Belize, meeting & checkout service, accommodations, daily housekeeping, air-conditioning in rooms (at BRL Main Lodge, only), all meals including a box lunch, soda and drinking water, guided fishing, skiff and fuel, hotel taxes and GST.

Rates Do Not Include: airfare to and from Belize, fishing equipment and tackle, Belize fishing license ($25 per angler per week); alcoholic beverages, tips to guides and staff, Belize Departure Tax (may be included in the airline ticket).

Belize River Lodge is Catch & Release Only. Permit, Bonefish and Tarpon are always released; some Snook, Snapper, Barracuda and Grouper may be kept for the table.

Turneffe Island Resort

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February 24, 2025

Turneffe Island Resort is located on the Caye Bokel, in the southern part of Turneffe Atoll Island Chain. The Turneffe Atoll is located 30 miles off the coast of Belize and the only inhabitants on Caye Bokel are the resorts personnel and guests.

Turneffe Island Resort is 5 – 10 minutes from clear, pristine flats. If you enjoy walking the flats in pursuit of bonefish and permit, there is no better place than Turneffe Atoll’s miles upon miles of ankle deep flats that lie between the Turneffe Islands and the surrounding reef. These flats are composed of hard sand, coral and eelgrass and nearly all these flats are wadable. It’s not uncommon to see schools of 25 or more tailing bonefish against the dramatic and unusual background of palm-studded mangrove islands and crashing white surf on the barrier reef that is unlike anywhere else in the world.

Bonefish, tarpon, permit

Located in Caye Bokel, the southern part of the Turneffe Atoll islands, 30 miles off the coast of Belize

Expansive wading flats

Stunning wildlife and much to explore, even for the non-angler

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Tarpon

Tarpon are available in mangrove creeks from approximately mid-May through December with the peak tarpon fishing occurring June, July and August. The average size of the tarpon landed at Turneffe Island Resort is between 40 – 50 lbs, but during the peak of the migration, it’s possible to get shots at 150 lb + fish.

Permit

Tailing permit sometimes appear on the shallow flats on the high tides. However, permit are also available on the deeper flats, creeks, or deeper water areas like “the elbow”.

Other Species

There is excellent grouper and snapper fishing in the many mangrove creeks surrounding the lodge.

To preserve this special fishery, the resort has limited the number of anglers each week to 8 and rotate fishing certain flats to insure the fish stay hungry and happy. English is the native language of Belize, a former English colony. The guides at Turneffe Island Resort have years of experience fishing and guiding anglers on these waters. The guides fish out of Dolphin Super Skiffs with 50 HP, 4-stroke outboard engines.

Turneffe Island Resort has first-rate facilities, especially considering its remote location. All rooms and cabanas (optional upgrade) have been extensively renovated. Every room at Turneffe Island Resort opens up to a lovely white sand beach and has ceiling fans, air conditioning and a private bathroom. We recommend it for wives and families provided everyone enjoys diving or fishing. When you visit this beautiful island you are guaranteed privacy. Turneffe Island Resort will organize special events, such as picnics and boating for “non activity” guests, but realize that all activities center around the water. Non-activity guests are welcomed, and may enjoy windsurfing, volleyball, kayaking, swimming, sunfish sail boat use and beach combing.

Diving: The most spectacular dive sites in Belize – Lighthouse Reef, Blue Hole, Glovers Reef and Half Moon Caye – are all within an hour ride by boat. (Call for diving rates). Excellent snorkeling / diving is also available near the lodge. Turneffe Island Lodge operates two new Pro 48 boats. One is used for the diving program and the other used for guest transfer and deep-sea fishing. There is no better diving in the Caribbean.

A 50% deposit is necessary to reserve space at Turneffe Island Resort and after receiving your deposit we will send a complete list of tackle and equipment to bring. Final payment is due 65 days prior to departure.

Angler Adventures has considerable experience making arrangements to Belize. We can assure you the lowest currently available airfares. Turneffe Island Resort suggests a mid-day Saturday arrival (there are no activities scheduled for Saturdays) on either American or Continental Airlines, in order to connect to the boat transfer to the lodge mid afternoon.

Turneffe Island Resort 2025 Angling Rates

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Length of Stay	Double Occupancy	Single Occupancy
3 Nights / 2 Days Fishing	$1,000	Contact us for pricing (see below)
4 Nights / 3 Days Fishing	$1,400	↑
7 Nights / 6 Days Fishing	$2,800	↑

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Turneffe Island Resort also offers Beachcomber Packages which include guided snorkeling trips, kayaks, Day trip to Lightreef Atoll / Blue Hole and Booby bird santuary, Dive Packages which include daily scheduled dives, tanks, weights and night dive and also Combo Packages. Please call Angler Adventures for these package prices and specific details.

All rates are per person in US dollars and based on double occupancy. Dive, Combo, Resort, and single occupancy packages are available upon request. Children 12 and older are welcome. Please ask about Turneffe Island Resort’s Special Family Weeks. Rates are subject to change. No refunds are given for unused portions of packages and no substitutions can be made between packages.

Included in Rate

Return transportation from Belize City to Turneffe Island Resort
All meals (not including alcoholic beverages)
Access to our gym, pool, paddle boards, kayaks and Hobie Cat
8 hours of fishing per day
Personal seasoned local fishing guide
50 HP, 4-stroke Dolphin Super Skiff
All fuel to and from the resort
Maximum 2 anglers per boat, plus a guide
Maximum 8 anglers per week

Not Included: room rate, airfare to Belize City; fishing equipment; staff & guide gratuities; bar tab; dive/snorkel equipment; Belize departure tax ($37 US); 12.5% tax.

Pesca Maya Fishing Lodge

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February 20, 2025

Pesca Maya Fishing Lodge is located 90 miles south of Cancun in the amazing 1.3 million acre Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve– Sian Ka’an is Mayan for “where the sky is born”. Situated on a long, narrow strip of barrier beach, the lodge is virtually surrounded by water. To the east lies the blue Caribbean and a few hundred yards off shore, the Palencar Barrier Reef, the second longest barrier reef in the world, stretching from southern Belize to north of Cancun. To the western side lies the vast “El Rio” system of flats, channels and mangrove. 10 miles to the north is the famed inlet through the barrier beach known locally as the “Boca”. And 4 miles to the south lies the incomparable Ascension Bay, offering some of the world’s greatest flats fishing for bonefish, permit, snook, tarpon and more.

bonefish, permit, tarpon, cuba snapper, jacks, snook + baracuda

Favorable weather conditions year-round

A varied fishing paradise with expansive flats

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Fly Fishing at Pesca Maya

Ascension Bay

The Fishing: The waters of Ascension Bay and the adjacent lagoon system are most noted for flats fishing. Pesca Maya’s location is ideal to fish both areas. The dock is a short walk from the lodge and productive fishing can begin immediately.

When fishing Ascension Bay, the boats run 10 minutes south to the outlet of the lagoon into the bay. From there, running times to some of the most productive areas are: 5 minutes to Maravilla, 25 minutes to Cayo Culebra; 40 minutes to Tres Marias; 30 minutes to Esperanza or the tip of Vigia Grande. Blessed with the protection afforded by the barrier reef, the bay is a unique ecosystem providing literally miles of flats and ideal habitat for bonefish, tarpon, permit and snook. Ascension Bay is widely regarded as one of the world’s finest permit fisheries. The average size permit is around 12 – 14 pounds but the Bay has produced monsters topping the 50-pound mark! And for some unknown reason, Ascension Bay permit seem to eat flies better than permit in other areas. For flyrodders in quest of landing this most coveted and challenging of species, we know of no other fishery that produces more fly caught permit than Ascension Bay.

While migratory tarpon up to 100 + pounds may be encountered on the flats anytime from April through November, resident juvenile tarpon are found near the back of the bay year round. Areas like Los Rios (The Rivers) bring fresh water into the bay providing an ideal brackish water environment tarpon favor.

The back of the bay is also where you’ll find the snook. Ascension Bay produces some exceptionally large snook, some topping 30 pounds! They are typically found tight to the mangroves presenting dual challenges of getting the fly to them, and then landing them! But on occasion, you’ll find them crossing the flat. Seeing a 20 + pound snook cruising across shallow open water is a thing of beauty!

The bay opens to the east and periods of strong easterly winds can make fishing difficult. One solution is to fish the El Rio lagoon system, which runs north and south and offers miles of flats protected from the easterly wind by the barrier beach and vast mangrove system.

Fishing El Rio Lagoon

Fishing the lagoon can begin at El Rio Lagoon, and fish are sometimes caught within poling distance of the Pesca Maya dock (one client caught a 20 pound permit within 100 feet of the dock!). Heading north the lagoon system are San Miguel Lagoon (20 minutes); the “Boca” and Boca Paila Lagoon (45 minutes); and the Campachen Lagoon (60 minutes). Bonefish and permit are found the entire length of the lagoon and there a few known hot spots for baby tarpon and snook.

Bonefish are plentiful at Pesca Maya and will average 1 – 3 pounds in the lagoon system and 2 – 5 pounds in the bay. In recent years, the average size of the bones seems to have increased, and fish in the 6 – 8 pound class may be encountered in the bay. There are an abundance of good wading flats for bonefish on Ascension Bay, and permit are often taken by the wading fisherman.

This fishery has produced more “Grand Slams” (bonefish, permit, tarpon in a single day) than any other fishery in the world, and the rare Super Grand Slam (the snook as the 4th) has been achieved a number of times. Other species you might encounter include barracuda, jacks, mutton snapper, ladyfish, triple tail and cubera snapper.

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Fishing from the Beach

Fishing from the beach at Pesca Maya can also be productive. Beach fishing can be done on your own before or after the guided fishing day. Available species from the beach include: bonefish, barracuda, jacks and mackerel. For jacks and mackerel try poppers or sinking lines.

Pesca Maya Boats

Pesca Maya runs a fleet of 23 foot, shallow draft “pangas” powered by 50 – 60 hp 4-stroke Yamaha outboards. All 8 boats were completely redone with new gel coat and paint in 2013. The boats are equipped poling platforms and casting decks with optional leaning posts, rod holders, comfortable bucket seats for the anglers, radio and safety equipment including life preservers and first aid kits. These pangas are exceptionally seaworthy and feature higher gunnels, which provide added protection from splash on windy days.

Pesca Maya boats carry 2 anglers, one guide and one “apprentice guide”. All of the guides speak English, (some better than others) and have years of experience. In fact the core of the guide staff have guided for the lodge since it opened in 1996. The apprentice’s are part of Pesca Maya’s innovative guide training program. Each must participate in the lodge’s “Guide School” (and pass) before spending several years as an apprentice guide. Those who excel ultimately are promoted to Guide. The apprentices are adept at basic guide skills including knot tying and spotting fish and can be a tremendous aid to the anglers, especially when wading.

Pesca Maya’s rental tackle inventory has also been beefed up with the addition of 8 new top of the line Sage Xi3 rods with Hatch reels spooled with new Rio Bonefish taper flylines. 10 new Shimano spinning rods and reels are also available for spinfishers.

Accomodations at Pesca Maya Fishing Lodge

Pesca Maya offers accommodations in a beautiful 4-bedroom house for up to 8 anglers at a time. The house is located a few steps from our white sand beach. Close enough where guests can enjoy the Caribbean breeze and the sound of the waves. The four double occupancy rooms are well appointed and very comfortable, each has air conditioning and a quality Starlink internet connection. Pesca Maya uses solar panels to provide the electricity.

The house has a comfortable dining room where Pesca Maya serves a variety of Mexican dishes for dinner. Breakfasts are also expertly prepared and served in the dinning room. A lunch buffet is set out each morning consisting of a selection of meats, spreads, breads, condiments, fruits and other snacks for anglers to build their own designer lunch. There is a comfortable sperate sitting area with a sea view where clients are often found enjoying a cold beer after a long day of fishing.

While first and foremost a fishing lodge, non-anglers will feel welcome at Pesca Maya. Besides miles of world-class beaches to comb, the lodge can arrange a number of ecotours or sightseeing excursions including a boat trip to the Mayan ruins at Tulum.

Fishing Calendar at Pesca Maya

Dates	What to Expect
JANUARY – MARCH	Bonefishing and permit fishing is excellent. Some tarpon and snook may be taken
APRIL – JUNE	Bonefishing and permit fishing remain excellent. The larger migratory tarpon arrive in early April and stay well into November.
JULY – SEPTEMBER	These are rainy months but winds are usually light, which facilitates seeing and casting to bonefish and permit. There’s a “Little Dry” season in August. Tarpon fishing continues to be very good.
OCTOBER – DECEMBER	Excellent for all flat species. The rainy season diminishes through October, and November and December are dry months. An excellent time for “Grand Slams”. The migratory tarpon start to move out in late November.

Pesca Maya 2025 Season Rates & Information

Length of Stay	Price Per Person
7 night/6 day	$4,962
6 night/5 day	$4,690
5 night/4 day	$3,972
4 night/3 day	$3,164
3 night/2 day	$2,401
2 night/1 day	$1,638

(Rates are per person and subject to change) | Rates listed are still being confirmed as of Feb 11, 2025

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Included: round-trip ground & boat transfer from Cancun Airport to Pesca Maya; lodging in beach front cabana with private bath and air conditioning; three meals a day; flats skiff with native guide daily; use of lodge’s tackle (offshore trips only); use of lodge’s fly tying facility and materials; beverages, table wine, beer, liquor; Sian Ka’an entrance fee.

Not included: air travel to Cancun; baggage overweight charges; airport departure tax; laundry bills and other items of a personal nature (NOTE: cellular phone service is available at camp for emergency use. Long distance and cellular charges will be added to your final bill); tackle; gratuities for guides (suggested $50 – $58 per boat per day) and kitchen/housekeeping staff (suggested $20 per person per day); fishing license; special transfer costs necessitated by late arriving, early departing or missed flights ($250 per vehicle trip); optional trips to fresh water lagoon and Mayan Ruins (arranged in advance with resident manager).

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