El Pescador, Belize April 24-May 1, 2010

 

Dates: April 24-May 1, 2010 (Saturday-Saturday)

 

Travel:  Arrive in Belize City Saturday, April 24, by 5:00 pm

Report to Tropic Air counter.  20 minute shuttle flights depart every hour to San Pedro, Ambergris Caye.  From San Pedro, a 7-minute boat ride delivers us to El Pescador

Return travel:  Flights from Belize City back to the U.S. may be scheduled as early as 9:30 am.  Shuttles from San Pedro to Belize City depart every hour beginning at 7:40 am

 

Lodging and Guides:  El Pescador, Ambergris Caye 1-800-242-2017

                                    www.elpescador.com

                                    Ali Flota: Alissa@elpescador.com

 

Fishing: species include bonefish, permit, tarpon, snook, barracuda, jacks, all common in late April.  We access the flats in 23’ pongas, which are deftly polled by experienced guides.  The majority of our fishing is from the boats with a smattering of wade fishing opportunities.  Guided fishing hours are 7:00 – 3:00 daily.  Additional do-it-yourself wade fishing is available on foot from the lodge. 

                         

Cost:   $3,295 (double occupancy) + travel

            $3,820 (single occupancy room, double occupancy boat) + travel

            Villa Upgrade:  Upgrade from a standard room to a “Villa” for $75pp/night

 

Includes: Shuttle flight from Belize City to Ambergris Caye, 7 nights lodging at El Pescador, 6 days guided fly fishing, all meals, “local” beer and rum, use of facilities including swimming pool, internet, kayaks, bicycles, gym and other amenities.

 

            Not Included:  Travel to and from Belize City

                                    Imported Beer, Wine, Hard liquor

                                    Gratuities for staff and guides

                                    Flies and equipment

 

Reservations/Deposits:         50% payment required to confirm reservation. 

Balance due January 24

Cancellations prior to 90 days may be applied to another reservation

Cancellations 45-90 days out, 50% may be transferred

Cancellations inside 45 are not refundable or transferable

$100 service charge on all cancellations

 

Recommended Equipment

n     Rods:  8 ½’-9’ saltwater fly rods for lines 7, 8.  10-weight rods are suggested for permit, a primary target species in this part of Belize.  Tarpon come in all sizes, from 5-20 lbs “babies” to adults well over 100 lbs.  We recommend an 11 or 12-weight for tarpon.  We strongly recommend fast action fly rods from Scott and Sage.  These are proven favorites that we’ve fished for years in the salt. 

n     Reels:  Saltwater class fly reels (we strongly recommend Tibor Abel and Nautilus. Reel failure is common on saltwater fly fishing trips).

n     Lines:  Bonefish: Bonefish or Redfish floating line (Scientific Anglers Redfish taper or equivalent).

Permit:  Bonefish or Redfish floating line

Tarpon:  Tarpon Taper floating or intermediate sinking line.

n     Flies – Not available on location.  Buy your flies from Telluride Angler in advance!

 

Clothing 

n     Flats wear from Ex-officio, Columbia, or equivalent.  We recommend long sleeve shirts and pants for sun protection and general comfort.

n     Flats boots (Simms, or equivalent)

n     Sun Gloves

n     Broad-brimmed hat

n     2 pairs polarized sunglasses

n     Rain Jacket

 

Accessories

Flats butt pack with water bottles

Saltwater pliers (Abel, Dr. Slick or equivalent)

Hook file

Leaders and tippet (10 lb – 20 lb tippet spools, butt section materials)

Bring 15-16 lbs fluorocarbon for permit and pre-rigged tarpon leaders with 60-80 lbs shock tippet for tarpon.

Wire leaders

Sun block

Insect repellent

 

Travel Documents:  A valid passport is required for entry into Belize.  Passport must be valid for 90 days beyond anticipated date of departure. 

 

Traveler’s Insurance:  Highly recommended.  Telluride Angler cannot take responsibility for “circumstances beyond our control,” which do occasionally occur on destination fishing trips.

 

 

Andros South Bonefishing Lodge

Andros South is a first-class lodge in theBahamas' most famous bonefishing destination: Andros Island.  Located on the southern portion of the island, Andros South is isolated from the fishing traffic of the frequently-visited north and central parts of the island.  Bonefishing is guided by top-notch professional guides in modern, stealthy flats skiffs.  We fish both from the boat and on foot during the week, exploring the countless creeks and flats of this enormous bonefish habitat. 

 

Andros South is primarily a bonefishing lodge.  Other species, including barracuda, permit, tarpon and snapper may be encountered on the flats, but our primary target will be bonefish, which range is size from one pound to more than ten pounds.  South Andros has a variety of bonefishing opportunities to match the interest and ability of any angler.  Beginners will enjoy fishing to large schools on white sand, while advanced anglers may stalk large fish in a variety of situations.

 

The lodge features air-conditioned single-occupancy rooms for each guest, offering unique privacy in a restful setting.  Fresh seafood highlights the delicious dinner menu and beer, wine and liquor are included in the lodging price.

 

For detailed information on the lodge and fishing, please visit www.androssouth.com.

 

                                                               John D. with a memorable Andros bonefish

Trip Details

Dates: to be announced

Location:  Andros South Lodge, Andros Island, Bahamas (www.androssouth.com)

Fishing:  Bonefish, bonefish, bonefish

 

Recommended travel:  Fort Lauderdale to Congo Town ( South Andros) on Lynx Air (www.lynxair.com, 1-888-596-9247).  Book the mid-day Saturday flight, coming and going.

 

Cost:    $3,650/guest. 

Includes:          7 nights lodging*, all meals and beer/wine/liquor included,

                        6 days guided bonefishing, transfers to and from Congo Town airport

                       

            *Note: all lodging is single occupancy, all fishing is 2 anglers/boat

Not Included:  Travel to and from Congo Town

                        Gratuities for staff and guides

                        Flies and equipment

 

Gratuities:  We recommend $40pp/day for guides + $10pp/day lodge staff

 

Reservations/Deposits:  50% payment required to confirm reservation.  Balance due 30 days prior to departure (December 21, 2008), after which no refunds or cancellations are offered.  

 

Lodging and dining in Fort Lauderdale (please visit www.androssouth.com, “your trip” page)

 

Recommended Equipment

n     Rods:  8 ½’-9’ saltwater fly rods for lines 7, 8, or 9 for bonefishing and 10-11 weight rods for jacks, barracuda, tarpon and snappers.  Andros South is primarily

a bonefish lodge, so many guests bring only a bonefish rod or two.  We strongly recommend fast action fly rods from Scott and Sage.  These are proven favorites that we’ve fished for years in the salt. 

n      Reels:  Saltwater fly reels (We strongly recommend Tibor and Abel reels.  Reel failure is common on saltwater fly fishing trips).

n     Lines:  Saltwater taper, floating (Scientific Anglers Bonefish Taper, or equivalent).

n     Flies – Not available on location.  Buy your flies from Telluride Angler in advance!

 

Clothing 

 

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