A Grand Slam of a tarpon, bonefish and permit in one day is an amazing and coveted accomplishment
in any saltwater fly fisher's book. Catching your first bonefish, an amazing thrill. Throw in a location on the world's second largest barrier reef,
ancient Maya ruins, and the chance to dive on Jacques Cousteau's
Blue Hole and you have a fishing destination that meets everyone's appetite for adventure.
Located off the coast of Belize is the island of Ambergris Caye, the hot spot for saltwater fly fishing and much more. Tarpon,
bonefish and permit along with snook, crevalle jack and barracuda make this a fly fisher's dream location. Our central location on Ambergris Caye gives
us the flexibility for quick access to all that the island has to offer from daytime fishing and other activities to nighttime
Caribbean style atmosphere in San Pedro Town only a few minutes away.
Belize understands the importance of the 3 grand slam fish and highly values
the income generated by the saltwater fly fisher to the country, and is working toward catch and release only laws for these 3 fish species
ensuring their sustainability. You can rest assured that your money spent in Belize is helping to ensure the protection these amazing fish
deserve - your grandchildren will be able to throw a fly at the same tarpon you once tried for.
Your stay with us is at our newly constructed 2 bedroom, 2 bath deluxe accommodation
with individual exterior entrances to each bedroom located within Reef Village where the ocean and
the lagoon border both sides of this resort - you literally can see the Caribbean Sea out one window and the lagoon out the other. This resort has
the quiet privacy and security you desire with full amenities (pool, bar, and more) while still being only minutes from all the action of the island. Your accommodations are staffed
24 hours a day to respond to any of your needs.
Your Guides:
The fly fishing guides we use are the same independent Belizean guides working the island that guide the majority of all anglers and many are now in the second generation
with fathers working along side sons. These are the guides you need to up
the success rate during your stay. They know the waters and the fish and hunt for them day in and day out. All are English speaking and very hard workers
assisting you in achieving your goal - none of the high pressure one gets from other destination guides. Belize guides are here to help you have a great time,
not to judge your performance. As world fly fishers ourselves we know what is expected from your guide and we strive to ensure the expectations are met.
For tours and for those in your group that are not fishing, the local Belizean tour guides are some of the most experienced and knowledgeable people you'll ever meet.
For touring the many sights and sounds of Ambergris Caye and San Pedro
Town you'll have a personal guide to escort you about and be your chauffeur in true golf cart style.
The Fish & Gear:
Each day you'll rise and eat a hardy breakfast then get ready to head out with your guide for the day's fishing departing by 7:00 AM or
at a time that coincides with the tides, but generally an early start. You'll fish until noon when you'll enjoy a stop off at any of the many
islets for lunch and if the desire strikes you, a short nap and then it's back to the fish. Fishing usually ends around 3:00 PM when you'll head back
to clean up and meet at the thatch roofed bar to discuss the one that didn't get away.
All of the fish in Belize are here year round. Some months, due to weather, spawning, etc. are better than others but good fishing is the norm each day regardless of when you visit.
Weather can be a problem but is generally short lived and with no real seasons, a cold front is the extent of the problems you'll have to deal with.
Wind, well this is the Caribbean and it is flat. Learning to cast in the wind is a must.
Tarpon:
Ambergris Caye not only has resident tarpon but migrating tarpon visit each summer. While the resident tarpon are classed as baby tarpon,
50 pounds and under, the migrating adults can reach 100+ pounds. The tarpon is one of the ocean's most amazing fish in that
it can breathe air similar to us and will get juiced when making the spectacular full body jumps forcing you to "bow to the king."
Tarpon are the most acrobatic of all fish and a favorite of many saltwater fly fishers. Fighting a "baby" on a 10 wt rod is a challenge
let alone the fight one gets from a 100 pounder. May - September are the migrating months of the large tarpon.
Bonefish:
Pound for pound the toughest fish in the ocean. Nothing like a bonefish to smoke your reel (and thumbnail if it's in the way) while it makes a powerful run peeling
off more than 100 yards of line, and there's nothing you can do to stop him. Bonefish are very plentiful here in Belize and average 2-3 pounds - not huge but plentiful
and if you are looking for your first bone, this is the place. Bonefish are here in large numbers year round and April - September can bring excellent action.
Permit:
Permit are the ultimate on most saltwater fly fishers' list. One of the spookiest fish, a hard fighter, and just down right tough to catch, the permit is the one that can
thwart your best efforts to achieve the grand slam. But persistence eventually pays off, even when searching for the elusive permit. Although here year round with very good fishing, Feburary - May brings the excellent times for permit.
Snook, Crevalle Jack and Barracuda:
Just as in other locations, snook like the backwaters and barracuda, well barracuda like food, plain and simple. One of the most overlooked game fish
on a fly is the crevalle jack. A fighter that will run you well into your backing and force the boat to follow. The size of a small permit they have the fight
of a much bigger fish.
Gear:
You'll want to bring an 8 weight rod and matching reel with plenty of backing (200 yards) for bones and most permit. A 10 weight minimum is the rod choice for tarpon and even permit on
windy days. While the 8 wt is the better casting rod, a 10 wt can provide the casting power needed in heavy winds and more fighting power for bigger fish.
Bring a floating line in the matching weight. Most tarpon and bonefish lines work well being interchanged. We provide all flies and
leader material. We have a complete packing list for you when you book your trip and, since we provide all of the flies it's just
one less thing you have to worry about.
Catch & Release:
We practice catch and release with all fish species we target.
Other Adventures:
Belize is an English speaking destination where
you'll feel right at home whether conversing with your guide or the local shop owners. Other than being one of the few
places where you can have a reasonable shot at the coveted saltwater grand slam, Belize offers a unique option many fishing
destinations don't; adventure for everyone including the non-anglers in the group. This allows the avid angler to gain another
fishing trip without leaving friends and family home.
Maya Ruins: Belize is one of the oldest and largest Maya civilizations ever discovered. Belize clearly lies in the Maya heartland with
some of the earliest sites found in the country, but the  recent discovery of glyphs suggests that some of the Belizean
centers were supreme in the region. Sites such as the famed Laminai can be a day of your fishing trip with us and something
everyone will enjoy, all part of a package making the trip truly an adventure and more than just a fishing trip.
Diving and Snorkeling are also renowned here off of Ambergris Caye with the protected reserves of Shark Ray Alley and Hol Chan.
We are located in the heart of the fishing and diving/snorkeling that attracts the world to these shores. You'll see the many colorful
tropical fish that inhabit these waters and can also pet a shark or ray during your trip, all done while snorkeling.
Parasailing, Beach Bar-B-Qs, Catamaran Cruises, and Much More: With so many things to do in addition to hooking into
some of the toughest fish in the world, we have arranged packages to
help you take advantage of this wonderful adventure in paradise. So you can either fish, fish, fish or fish, fish, tour or fish and tour,
it's all up to you. Belize is so wonderful and has so many things to do it's hard to see and do everything in just one trip.
Accommodations & Cuisine
While on Ambergris Caye you'll stay at our newly built 2 bedroom, 2 bath deluxe accommodation located in Reef Village with the Caribbean
Sea on one side and the San Pedro Lagoon only 20 feet  from your door on the other - beautiful sunrise and sunsets happen almost every day.
We are centrally located on Ambergris Caye just far
enough away from San Pedro to enjoy the peace and quiet and security of the island, and just close enough to access the island's fun in minutes without lengthy boat/golf cart rides.
Reef Village offers all of the amenities one could ask for in a Caribbean location.
If booking for 4, your group will be the only guests sharing this wonderful home-style accommodation. Each bedroom
has its own exterior entrance, private bath, cable flat screen TV, AC and also comes with either 2 twin beds or 1 king bed, depending on your desires, accommodating couples or
just good old angling friends. The entire unit is yours to use as
you wish with 2 laptop computer stations for email access (no need to carry yours along), a cell phone during your stay and, even though all meals are provided and prepared for you by your Belizean in-house cook, the refrigerator is fully stocked for those late night munchies.
| Accommodations |
| What's included? |
| Private bedroom exterior entrance |
| Private bathrooms |
| Cable flat screen TV in each bedroom |
| 2 laptop computers for email |
| King or Twin bed set up |
| Central AC and ceiling fans |
| Cell phone during your stay |
| Fly tying bench and materials |
| Your personal Belizean cook |
| Stocked kitchen for snacking. |
| In addition, you'll have the pool, bar and other amenities of Reef Village available to you. |
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Our meals are prepared in rich gourmet fashion with local Belizean cuisine and other world standard dishes. From many years of
guiding people from all over the world in places
such as the remote bush of Alaska, we have honed our menus to that of some of the finest chefs. We know you'll enjoy the
taste and look of the meals we take great pride in preparing. With such Belizean favorites as Lobster and Caribbean Chicken to more
standard fare like Surf and Turf, you're sure to savor each bite. Our evening desserts are, as they say, 'To die for'. Once again,
we take the utmost pride in our desserts prepared fresh each day. Our morning meals are any combination you desire from just fruit
and toast to a full bacon/sausage and eggs with a side order of pancakes. We provide two snacks each day and lunch generally consists
of two wraps, each filled with turkey or ham and mounds of green with cheese; chips, an apple, trail mix, and dessert.
For some of the best world class saltwater fly fishing along with great meals and very comfortable lodging,
join us in Belize. Remember, even your better half will enjoy this trip so why not spend a fishing trip together!
2009 Belize Fly Fishing Prices
and Booking Information...
You can book a Belize Fly Fishing Trip year round. Please give us a call (in the US at 907 441-6690 or in Belize at 011+501-668-6690) or email us at
hitaluga@gmail.com with any questions.
5 Day/6 Night w/ 5 Days Fly Fishing:
This package is for the angler looking for a full 5 days of fly fishing for tarpon, bones, permit or snook.
For the non-anglers in your group this package replaces the fishing days with 5 full days of adventure activities (Maya Ruins,
Snorkeling/diving, Parasailing, island tour & Bar-B-Q, beach/tanning time, Cave tubing/zip lining).
| 5 Days Fishing |
| Day | Angler | *Non-angler |
| Day 1 | Fish | Maya Ruins |
| Day 2 | Fish | Snorkel/Dive |
| Day 3 | Fish | Cave Tubing/Zip Line |
| Day 4 | Fish | Parasailing/Beach |
| Day 5 | Fish | Island Boat Tour |
| * Non-angler can do all, some or none of the adventures. |
| There is a 2 person minimum for this package - double occupancy rooms.
Price includes island flight from/to
Belize City and all other local road and boat transportation, all lodging, meals, guides, taxes (except departure tax) and all flies. You provide
fly fishing gear.
Price does not include alcoholic beverages, gratuities or departure tax ($37.50 US - it may be included in your airline ticket).
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Please see the price schedule below.
5 Day, 6 Night w/ 4 Days Fly Fishing and 1 Day Tours:
This package provides 4 full days of fly fishing for the 3 toughest fish and then 1 day to explore the other adventures of Belize.
You can select from Maya Ruins, Snorkeling with the fish, or mixture of 2 half day activities, it's your choice.
For the non-anglers in your group this package replaces the fishing days with 5 full days of adventure activities (Maya Ruins,
Snorkeling/diving, Parasailing, island tour & Bar-B-Q, beach/tanning time, Cave tubing/zip lining).
| 4 Days Fishing & 1 Day Tour |
| Day | Angler | *Non-angler |
| Day 1 | Fish | Island Boat Tour |
| Day 2 | Fish | Snorkel/Dive |
| Day 3 | Fish | Cave Tubing/Zip Line |
| Day 4 | Fish | Parasailing/Beach |
| Day 5 | Maya Ruins | Maya Ruins |
| * Non-angler can do all, some or none of the adventures. |
| There is a 2 person minimum for this package - double occupancy rooms.
Price includes island flight from/to
Belize City and all other local road and boat transportation, all lodging, meals, guides, taxes (except departure tax) and all flies. You provide
fly fishing gear.
Price does not include alcoholic beverages, gratuities or departure tax ($37.50 US - it may be included in your airline ticket).
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Please see the price schedule below.
5 Day, 6 Night w/ 3 Days Fly Fishing and 2 Day Tours:
This package provides 3 full days of fly fishing and then 2 days to explore the other adventures of Belize.
You can select from Maya Ruins, Snorkeling with the fish, or a mixture of 2 half day activities, it's your choice.
For the non-anglers in your group this package replaces the fishing days with 5 full days of adventure activities (Maya Ruins,
Snorkeling/diving, Parasailing, island tour & Bar-B-Q, beach/tanning time, Cave tubing/zip lining).
| 3 Days Fishing & 2 Day Tours |
| Day | Angler | *Non-angler |
| Day 1 | Fish | Island Boat Tour |
| Day 2 | Fish | Parasailing/Beach |
| Day 3 | Fish | Cave Tubing/Zip Line |
| Day 4 | Snorkel/Dive | Snorkel/Dive |
| Day 5 | Maya Ruins | Maya Ruins |
| * Non-angler can do all, some or none of the adventures. |
| There is a 2 person minimum for this package - double occupancy rooms.
Price includes island flight from/to
Belize City and all other local road and boat transportation, all lodging, meals, guides, taxes (except departure tax) and all flies. You provide
fly fishing gear.
Price does not include alcoholic beverages, gratuities or departure tax ($37.50 US - it may be included in your airline ticket).
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Please see the price schedule below.
| Price Schedule |
| 6 nite/5 day Package Description | Two anglers per Boat | One angler per boat | Non-Angler w/full activities | Non-Angler No activities |
| 5 Days Fishing | 2/min $2,490
4/min $2,190 | 2/min $3,115
4/min $2,815 | 2/min $2,490
4/min $2,190 | $1,865 |
| 4 Days Fishing/1 day tour | 2/min $2,490
4/min $2,190 | 2/min $2,990
4/min $2,690 | 2/min $2,490
4/min $2,190 | $1,865 |
| 3 Days Fishing/2 day tour | 2/min $2,490
4/min $2,190 | 2/min $2,865
4/min $2,565 | 2/min $2,490
4/min $2,190 | $1,865 |
Prices are per person in US dollars.
Terms: 50% deposit required to hold a reservation. Balance due 30 days prior to trip start date. Cancellations: please read our Cancellation Policy. We highly recommend travel insurance.
Note: A saltwater fishing license is not required but a current passport is required. Plan ahead!
So gather up your friends or family and join us for a unique blend of 'Saltwater on the Fly' in Belize.
To help you in setting up your Belize Fishing Trip please visit our Online Trip Planner page by clicking here or the button above. No obligation, just info. You can request available dates, link to airlines, and more.
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