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Rob Ramsay and Alphonse guide extraordinaire Wayne Haselau with yet another GT. Photo: Brian Gies
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The ultimate island paradise
o doubt you have heard the
class resort, Alphonse offers guests
with superb accommodations,
stories from wide-eyed anrefined international cuisine,
world class guides, and
glers returning from the heart of the
tasteful waterfront chalets comunrivaled, multi-species
Indian Ocean. For those who have
plete with private verandas, air
flats fishing
not yet been, the tales, while true,
conditioning, open-air showers,
are hard to swallow: steady streams of large, aggressive
private bathrooms, international direct access telebonefish flooding pristine flats, huge trevally and barphone, TV and mini-bar.
racuda, mysterious schools of super-charged milkfish,
For non-anglers the Seychelles experience is
and some of the best flats guides in the business. Often
equally rich. Guests can choose from a list of incredreferred to as the best bone fishing in the world, the
ible activities including, tennis, world-renowned scuba
only downside to the Seychelles is that once you have
diving, a grand pool, and a glorious beach that entertains
fished here you will be forever spoiled.
the majority of the island’s visitors. While truly a disTo complement the fishing is the unpretentious
tant paradise, traveling to the Seychelles dovetails nicely
luxury of Alphonse Island Resort. Truly a world
with layovers in Paris or extended travels in Africa.
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Season: September – May
Fish Species: Bonefish,
milkfish, triggerfish,
barracuda and giant trevally
Lodge Capacity: 10 anglers
Rate: $7,350 per person for
a 7 night/6 day package
Full Details: See www.
flywatertravel.com
“When it comes to sheer numbers of fish, patient skilled guides, a flexible fishing program and warm friendly atmosphere, Christmas Island Outfitters has it all. I look forward to returning
with another group soon.” – Al Kyte, Moraga, CA
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he fact that virtually every fly Experience the world’s most hunters and love nothing more than
angler in North America has
to share with their guests the thrill
consistent year-round
heard of Christmas Island is far from
of hooking these monsters. Excellent
fishing for bonefish and
coincidence. Amidst the vast invenblue water fishing for tuna, wahoo,
trevally with skilled,
tory of the world’s saltwater destinaand trevally is also available.
warm hearted guides
tions, Christmas Island is a unique
Catering to groups of eight to twelve
and natural masterpiece that magically combines all
anglers per week, accommodations at Christmas Island
the elements critical to fly fishing success. Endless hard
Outfitters consist of seven private bungalows that sleep
sand flats, remarkable numbers of cruising bonefish
two anglers each. Rooms are simple, clean and spaand trevally, and consistent year-round weather await
cious and have private baths, fans, screened windows,
all who visit this unique atoll.
and refrigerators. The common meeting area features
Guides at Christmas Island Outfitters have been
a friendly bar and a casual dining area where fresh,
handpicked for their overall level of experience and
simple meals are served in the morning and evening
skill, calmness under pressure, and instructional abilihours. Flexible by design to ensure quality fishing,
ties. Each day anglers will depart via truck or catamathe daily schedule and meal times at Christmas Island
ran for the day’s fishing. Virtually all fishing entails
Outfitters often vary slightly in order to take advantage
sight casting to visible fish while wading in shallow
of the best tides and fishing conditions.
water. Christmas Island’s plentiful bonefish average
Whether you are an experienced saltwater
2 to 4 pounds, though each week presents numerous
angler or a novice keen on honing your flats fishing
opportunities for larger specimens in the 5 to 10 pound
skills, Christmas Island Outfitters offers the finest
class. The guides at Christmas Island Outfitters are also
and most intimate angling experience the island
among the atoll’s most skilled and passionate trevally
has to offer.
Season: Year-round
Fish Species: Bonefish,
three species of trevally,
wahoo, tuna
Lodge Capacity:
8-12 anglers
Rate: $2,220 per person
for a 7 night/6 day package
plus round-trip airfare from
Honolulu to Kiribati
Full Details: See www.
flywatertravel.com
Southern Andros offers some of the Bahamas’ most diverse and productive flats. Photo: Andros South
Season: October – June
Fish Species: Bonefish,
jacks and barracuda
Lodge Capacity:
10 anglers
Rate: $3,850 per person
for a 7 night/6 day package
Full Details: See www.
flywatertravel.com
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ocated in the settlement of Kemp’s
A very well managed
that remote, rarely visited cays that are
Bay on the southeastern shore of
home to schools of bonefish numberand understated lodge
Andros Island, Andros South Lodge
ing in the thousands and expansive,
where serious anglers
fishes some of the most diverse, producoceanside flats that attract bruisers
pursue their sport
tive and least traveled waters in all of the
from the deep, and you will begin to see
Bahamas. If you are looking for white tablecloths and
why this operation is confident in showing you a unique,
day spas, this is not your place. But if you are looking
quality fishing experience every day of your trip.
for clean and simple accommodations, skilled guides,
All anglers enjoy clean, comfortable, and air
quality equipment and a great fishing program, this
conditioned, single occupancy rooms with private
destination needs to be on your list.
bathrooms. Meals feature fresh seafood including
Variety is most definitely the spice of life on South
lobster and conch, as well as other Bahamian favorAndros. If you like the thought of miles of easy to wade,
ites. Focusing on the things that matter most, Andros
white sand flats, hidden and unspoiled mangrove creeks,
South prides itself on friendly service, great food and
remote inland lakes, and numerous locations that offer
a well-tuned fishing program that will show you the
shelter from the wind, Andros South is ideal. Add to
best of what this remarkable region has to offer.
Season: Mid-October –
June
Fish Species: Bonefish
Lodge Capacity: 12 anglers
Rate: $4,250-$4,650 per
person for a 7 night/6 day
package
Full Details: See www.
flywatertravel.com
Bair’s has a well earned reputation as one of the Bahamas most tasteful and comfortable lodges. Photo: Nervous Waters
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pared seafood, personal and professional
trategically located midway between
South Andros’
local guides, maid service, full bar, and
the South Bight and Curly Cut Cays
most tasteful
fly shop round out the experience. The
of South Andros, Bair’s Lodge benefits
and sought after
lodge represents a benchmark in terms
from some of the most remote and
bonefish lodge
of quality water and guiding, delicious
productive flats in all of the Bahamas.
food, comfortable accommodations, and warm
Anglers can fish from the bow of 18 foot Dolphin skiffs
hospitality.
or choose to wade a wide variety of protected flats. Of
Anglers are encouraged to fly one hour from
all the Bahamian destinations, Bair’s offers a superb
Miami to Congo Town in South Andros via private
mix of high numbers of fish, large fish, and a wide
charter. Due to a high percentage of repeat clientele,
range of productive, wind-protected fishing areas.
early bookings are essential. For anglers who can plan
This intimate and cheerful lodge caters to twelve
their trips well in advance, this is a Bahamian destinaanglers per week and offers air conditioned rooms
tion not to be missed!
with private bathrooms. Fresh and beautifully pre-
Tiamo is the ultimate tropical getaway for couples and discerning anglers alike. Photo: Tiamo Resort
Season: October – June
Fish Species: Bonefish,
tarpon, and jacks
Lodge Capacity:
10 anglers, 12 non-anglers
Rate: $5,175 per person
for a 7 night/6 day fishing
package
Full Details: See www.
flywatertravel.com
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t Fly Water Travel we are
A luxurious and secluded
While Tiamo boasts an
always on the lookout for
excellent
fishing program, it
tropical resort where couples
tropical destinations that have it
prides itself on being one of the
and anglers alike will enjoy
all: the private, white sand beach,
Caribbean’s top nature resorts
the best of everything that
walk and wade fishing right
where non-anglers enjoy snorAndros has to offer
outside the door, skilled guides,
keling, scuba diving, sea kayakelegant accommodations, and numerous high quality
ing, sailing, freshwater pool and guided nature hikes.
activities for non-anglers. Located in one of the most
Add to that a main lodge with fine cuisine, a quality
beautiful and pristine areas in the Caribbean, Tiamo
wine list, full bar, library, and very tasteful, air conResort on South Andros is a unique and refreshing
ditioned rooms and you will quickly see the appeal of
gem. Technically an eco-tourism resort that can acthis unique destination. Tiamo’s private beachcommodate 22 guests, Tiamo also offers an exceptional
front bungalows with private baths epitomize
bonefishing venue limited to ten lucky anglers per day.
rustic luxury and are located mere steps from the
In addition to high numbers of hearty bonefish, anglers
water. For couples, serious anglers, and families
will also encounter tarpon, barracuda, and jacks on the
with children twelve or older, this is the ultimate
turquoise flats of the region.
tropical paradise.
So close to home, yet so far away – Grand Bahama Island. Photo: Ken Morrish
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ing beaches, while the anglers in
xperience has shown that even
A trophy bonefish venue
the most seasoned couples can with a bustling nightlife the group are whisked off by their
guides to fish the trophy flats of the
suffer from differing images of what
and a wide range of
island’s remote western reaches.
a perfect trip to the Bahamas actunon-angling options
Non-anglers can arrange nually entails. One might think of a
merous day trip options including golf, tennis,
sun-drenched pool, rum punch, snorkeling, and an
equestrian tours, glass bottom boat tours, and
endless white sand beach, while another thinks of
snorkeling, while the anglers can test their skills
a #4 Gotcha plopping gently down in the path of
against some of the largest bonefish in the Bahaa cruising 10 pound bonefish.
mas. Dinners are not included in the package price,
Located in the heart of Grand Bahama’s Lucayenabling party members to enjoy the town and
an Marina, Pelican Bay Bonefishing offers a unique
numerous restaurants each evening. Additionally,
and uncompromising solution to this common
Pelican Bay is one of the easiest destinations to
dilemma. Here, from a comfortable hotel complete
reach in all the Bahamas, and they welcome stays
with pool and outdoor bar, non-anglers can enjoy
of varying lengths.
the area’s vibrant retail district, casinos and adjoin-
Season: Mid-October
– mid-June
Fish Species: Bonefish,
barracuda and permit
Lodge Capacity:
12 anglers
Rate: $3,370-$3,845
per person for a 7 night/
6 day package
Full Details: See
www.flywatertravel.com
Fly Water Travel’s Florida specialist, Rachel Andras, slugs it out with a trophy tarpon. Photo: Mike Mazur
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or the experienced angler, Florida offers a vast array of some of the most diverse and demanding trophy saltwater
opportunities in the world. Whether you are after a quick weekend getaway or week of world-class sight fishing,
Fly Water Travel can help you find the venue that best suits your needs and schedule.
Marco Island
With year-round access to tarpon, snook and redfish,
it is no surprise that hard charging guides like Captain
Kyle Giampaoli, Al Keller, and Wright Taylor have
made Marco Island their home. Within easy driving
distance of Naples and Fort Myers, Marco Island is an
ideal hub from which to sight fish the fertile waters of
Goodland, Chokoloskee and the greater Everglades region. With simple accommodations at the Boat House
Motel, this cost-effective venue offers exceptional variety, uncrowded waters and is ideally suited for stays of
any length. Prime time for the giant migratory tarpon
is from mid-March through July.
Rate: $1,800 per person for a 5 night/4 day
fishing package
The Keys
When not traveling to the far corners of the world in
pursuit of billfish on the fly, world-renowned big game
angler and instructor Jake Jordan has enjoyed a 30 year
career guiding the turquoise waters of the Florida Keys.
Ranging from Key Largo south to the Marquesas, Jake’s
guests enjoy classic sight fishing for giant tarpon, night
fishing opportunities, and skilled instruction. Quality
tackle and flies are also included. Anglers can stay at the
Tranquility Bay Cay Club Resort or a number of local
motels. Early reservations required for giant tarpon in
April, May and June.
Rate: $600 per boat per day
The Panhandle
The western reach of Florida could rightly be considered
the “other Florida,” a region that still holds secrets and
some of the most coveted and ephemeral, shallow water
tarpon opportunities in the world. These migratory
tarpon require big game mentalities and casting skills
to connect. This is the big leagues and a place where
you may fight your “dream fish.”
Anglers enjoy bungalow accommodations at a local
golf resort as well as colorful, fresh seafood meals out
on the town. Tarpon anglers are encouraged to book a
year in advance.
Rate: $4,200 per person for a 7 night/6 day package
The elusive and spectacular roosterfish is one of fly fishing’s most coveted catches. Photo: Ken Morrish
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lose to home yet far away, Baja offers a wide range of easy to reach angling opportunities for billfish, roosterfish,
dorado, jacks, tuna and more. Whether you are after a few day trips out of Cabo, an economical, family vacation
with quality fishing on the East Cape, or a deluxe saltwater inshore fly fishing experience, we have the connections
you need to make your envisioned Baja experience a success.
Bahia De Los Sueños, East Cape
For years we have waited and watched, hoping for the
creation of the ultimate, inshore Baja angling venue.
We wanted first class accommodations, guides skilled
in understanding the needs of fly fishers, quality
non-angling activities, and a pristine, protected white
sand beach in front of it all. Last year veteran guide
and founder of Beulah Rods, James Shaughnessy,
answered our call. Located 45 minutes southeast
of La Paz, Mexico, Bahia de los Sueños is centrally
located amidst Baja’s most prolific waters. Here fly
anglers enjoy world-class fishing for roosterfish, dorado, billfish, tuna and wahoo under the guidance of
James and his crew of skilled pangueros.
Accommodations are in lavish, beachfront villas that feature master suites with private baths and
Jacuzzi tubs. The villas also feature covered patios,
pool, weight room and tennis court. Evening fishing
on the white sand beach is an option and snorkeling,
kayaking as well as golf are all close by.
Rate: $2,750 per person for a 5 night/4 day fishing
package, non-angling rate $1,000 per person
Rancho Leonero, East Cape
Simply put, this is the place for families and serious
anglers alike who want the full Baja experience at a
reasonable price. With a wide variety of inshore and
offshore boats, freshwater pool, full bar, open air restaurant, sea kayaks and a great beach with fabulous
snorkeling, this destination has plenty for everyone.
Anglers can elect the number of days they fish as well
as the nature of the fishing and size of boat they would
like to fish from, making this one of the most flexible
and friendly venues in Mexico.
Rate: $1,005 per person for a 6 night/3 day
fishing package
Baja Anglers, Cabo San Lucas
If you are heading to Cabo and would like to break up
the usual routine with a few days of fishing, give us a
call and we can set you up with the local pros at Baja
Anglers. Grant Hartman and his crew of seasoned
captains have the local waters wired for both inshore
and offshore fly and conventional fishing.
Rate: $660 per day for two anglers
Captain Gregg Arnold poling the trophy redfish flats near New Orleans. Photo: John Sherman
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n many respects, redfishing is a unique fishery that combines all the wonders of bonefishing in to a close to
home, easy to reach venue. Not only a unique sight fishing opportunity, redfishing also presents an opportunity
to catch fish in excess of 30 pounds on light fly tackle.
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With over 268 square miles of clear, shallow water
and white sand beaches, south Texas’ lower Laguna
Madre is a redfisher’s dream come true. Located 45
minutes northeast of Harlingen, the small community
of Arroyo City is a perfect hub from which to stalk
these plentiful game fish. With a nice selection of
waterfront units, stays of varying lengths, and the option for guided and unguided days, this easy to reach
economical trip is a great option for groups of up to
30 anglers. Anglers can also combine several days of
guided fishing with additional days of self-guided
fishing from kayaks. Custom packages are available.
Rate: $1,575 per person for a 5 night/2 day guided/2 day unguided package
Marco Island, Florida NEW
Kyle Giampaoli and his crew of master guides call the
vast and varied waters of Everglades National Park home.
During low water periods that accompany each new and
full moon cycle, the 10,000 Island’s region consistently
offers great sight fishing for numerous redfish. Anglers
keen on targeting redfish should focus on the moon
phases between October and April for the best results. Accommodations are available at a number of hotels in the
region making it a great easy to reach winter getaway.
Rate: $1,800 per person for a 5 night/4 day package
New Orleans, Louisiana NEW
There are lots of good reasons to visit New Orleans but
for us, the prospect of sight casting to monster redfish,
huge black drum and gator-sized speckled trout, tops
the chart. Gregg Arnold and his team of expert, licensed
captains know this region better than anyone. You will
fish from modern skiffs equipped with elevated casting
platforms, maximizing your chance to sight fish to big,
feeding fish in knee-deep water. To further sweeten the
deal, the targeted marsh complexes are true wilderness areas, where you rarely see another boat, much less another
fisherman! For anglers who catch their fill of big redfish,
offshore fishing for tuna, cobia, and other pelagic species
is also available. With a range of accommodations near
the action in town, the evenings also hold considerable
promise for a taste of what New Orleans is all about. The
best time to visit for trophy fish is in late fall.
Rate: $2,200 per person for a 4 night/4 day package
Overlooking one of Alaska’s best trophy trout beats, the Big Ku Lodge offers small groups the ultimate private hub from which to access the state’s finest rainbow fisheries. Photos: Ken Morrish
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ocated in the heart of the greatguide pool of their renowned sister
Where small groups
er Katmai/Iliamna region, the
operation, Royal Wolf Lodge, Big Ku
enjoy exclusive use
Branham’s Big Ku Lodge is Alaska’s
guests often fish their home water in
of Alaska’s most
most unique and strategically located
the morning before flying out to the
strategically located
trophy rainbow camp. Perched on a
region’s other premier systems. Early
rainbow camp
bluff overlooking the outlet of Lake
morning and late night unguided
Kukaklek, Big Ku guests enjoy easy walking access
fishing is both encouraged and expected.
to one of the best beats of trophy rainbow water in
Accommodations are in simple, duplex cabins
the state, as well as numerous and diverse fly-out
with private baths. Meals are served in the main
options.
mini-lodge overlooking the lake and river. For rainLimited to 4-6 anglers per week, Big Ku Lodge is
bow enthusiasts who cherish exclusive use of a small
an intimate, remote, no frills camp that offers small
facility, long hours on the water, quality swing and
groups of serious anglers the ultimate private hub
spey fishing opportunities, true value, and short flyfrom which to fish the Big and Little Ku, Battle and
ing times to smaller trophy systems, this “diamond
American Creek, the Moraine, Kulik, and Kvichak
in the rough” is as good as it gets. Stays of varying
systems. Drawing from the experience, aircraft and
lengths welcomed.
Season: June –
September
Fish Species:
Rainbow trout, Dolly
Varden, grayling, pike
Lodge Capacity:
6 anglers
Rate: $4,950 per
person for a 5 night/
5 1/2 day package with
four fly-outs
Full Details: See
www.flywatertravel.com
Royal Wolf Lodge is strategically located in the heart of the Katmai region’s best rainbow fishing. Photo: Royal Wolf Lodge
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Season: June – September
Fish Species: Rainbow
trout, Dolly Varden, pike,
char, grayling
Lodge Capacity:
14 anglers
Rate: $7,850 per person
for a 7 night/6 day package
Full Details: See www.
flywatertravel.com
program, Royal Wolf Lodge is
trategically located on a 120
Where serious rainbow
also a “repeat” location for some
acre inholding within the heart
hunters return to
of Alaska’s most experienced and
of Katmai National Park’s finest
find the best guides
productive guides including Mike
trout waters, Royal Wolf Lodge
and fishing program
McCune, Craig Ziegler, and Dave
is one of Alaska’s finest fly-out
in Alaska
Goodhart.
operations. In terms of location,
Idyllically set overlooking a private lake, Royal
Royal Wolf is hard to beat. Short flying times to the
Wolf features charming, rustic cabins with baths. Fine
region’s premier watersheds including the Moraine,
meals are served in the comfort of the main lodge. For
Funnel, Big Ku, Battle, American and the Kvichak
the serious rainbow enthusiast, Royal Wolf Lodge is
are guaranteed, as is quality home water in the event
without question one of the state’s premier destinations.
of poor flying conditions.
As spaces are limited, early bookings are encouraged.
Widely recognized for their strategic fishing