Fly Odyssey: Saltwater Fly Fishing Destination: Islands of the Bahamas

Bahamas Islands: fly-fishing for bonefish

Some of the world's best fly-fishing locations can be found on the Bahamas, with a 100,000-sq-mile archipelago that extends over 500 miles of the clearest water in the world. The 700 islands of the Caribbean, including a multitude of uninhabited sand cays and islands provide some of the best saltwater fly-fishing environments available. The Bahamas are famed for their bonefish, permit and tarpon and anglers from throughout the world flock here to experience the excitement of casting a fly at these three remarkable fish. Floating along quietly on the front of a poled flats boat or wading and stalking the flats of the Bahamas will provide encounters with bonefish, permit, tarpon, jacks and barracuda that will create a saltwater fly-fishing addiction.

A range of fly-fishing holidays: from luxury fly-fishing holiday to more affordable fly-fishing packages

Fly Odyssey has come up with a range of Bahamas fly-fishing destinations, from the ultimate lodge experiences to unique adventures that won't break the bank. We have tried to develop trips to the region that enable all fly fishermen keen to experience the thrill of flats fly-fishing the opportunity to do so. We are continually developing new trips to the region and have developed relationships with local guides throughout the Bahamas so please give us a call if you plan on visiting the region on a dedicated fly-fishing trip or that family beach holiday.

Fly Odyssey have 4 fantastic fly-fishing locations to offer in The Bahamas:

Long Island
Andros Island
Mayaguana Island
The Exumas

Fly fishing on Long Island

Long Island is considered as an "Out Island", an outer lying island that has yet to be touched by modern tourism like the many others in the Caribbean. It is this that makes the bone fishing on Long Island special.

Deadmans Cay

Deadman’s Cay offers the iconic flats fishing experience. Being poled along in the ultra modern Ramhing skiffs or wading the hard bottom flats this is a great opportunity to experience flats fishing for bonefish, tarpon and permit at a great price. The lodge has a limit of six anglers a week and fishing on your doorstep.

Rates

£970 per person excluding flights
The rates are based on double occupancy
Includes: 7 nights accommodation, all meals, ground transport and transfers and 6 days fully guided fly fishing
Excludes: international and domestic flights

Stella Maris

The village of Stella Maris is located at the Northern end of Long Island and is surrounded by extensive bonefish flats. It is also home to one of the best bonefish guides on the island. Ken 'Eagleeye' Capron hosts our self-catered trips to this area and provides an exceptional bone fishing experience.

Rates

Rate: £970 per person excluding flights
The rates are based on double occupancy
Includes: 7 nights accommodation, ground transport and transfers and 6 days fully guided fly fishing
Excludes: international and domestic flights

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Fly Fishing on Andros Island

The largest of the many Islands of The Bahamas, Andros is a mysterious, mangrove-choked island that is pure bonefish habitat. This relatively unexplored island has been a pilgrimage for bone fishermen throughout the world.

Stafford Creek Lodge

At Stafford Creek Lodge you'll find yourself in an idyllic setting, nestled among the native palms and hugging the banks of the calm, clear waters of Stafford Creek. Stafford creek lodge caters to 6 anglers per week and will have you exploring a vast fly-fishing wilderness from the northern Joulters Cays to the numerous creek systems, inland lakes, and the west coast of Andros.

Rates

£2450 per person excluding flights
The rates are based on double occupancy
Includes: 7 nights accommodation, breakfast and lunch, ground transport and transfers and 6 days fully guided fly fishing
Excludes: international and domestic flights

Seascape Inn

The seascape Inn provides an ideal base for those wanting bonefish on their doorstep. Located close to endless miles of bonefish flats the Inn provides an alternative option for that next bone fishing adventure.

Rates

£1080 per person excluding flights
The rates are based on double occupancy
Includes: 7 nights accommodation, all meals, ground transport and transfers and 6 days fully guided fly fishing
Excludes: international and domestic flights

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Fly fishing on Mayaguana Island

Mayaguana provides a remote fly-fishing experience in a unique setting. This Island receives little pressure from fly-fishermen and has some of the biggest bonefish in the Bahamas swimming around its waters. The flats are accessed by canoes and all fishing is done by wading. Trips to Mayaguana are a DIY proposition, however, guides are available at very reasonable rates if necessary. For those looking for a wilderness bonefish adventure this trip is for you.

Rates

Rate: £870 per person excluding flights
Includes: 7 nights accommodation (including 2 nights in Nassau), all meals, ground transport and transfers, canoes and car hire
Excludes: international and domestic flights

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The Exumas

Fly fishing the Exumas' pristine sand flats provide what can only be described as a class destination for a bonefishing vacation. The sand flats and coral cayes that make up The Exumas are some of the most idyllic tropical paradises imaginable, with the added advantage that they are inhabited by huge schools of bonefish. Bonefish average 2-4lb with fish getting up to and over the trophy 10 lb mark commonly seen.

The fly fishing for bonefish is tidal dependent, and when the water is high and clients cannot wade, our Guides will fish the numerous Creeks and Mangrove margins where Bonefish take up station during high tide periods. It is also not unusual to see a rolling Tarpon, so bring the cockroaches, toads and other Tarpon flies. Permit are also seen on occasions so a crab pattern or two should not be left out of the fly box. The local Exuma guides are very experienced, many with a 2nd or even 3rd generation family guiding history, and their extensive local knowledge will keep you fishing effectively throughout the day despite the state of the tides.

Fly Odyssey has teamed up with ‘The Cays’ development which is ideally located, being situated in a region of the Exumas that has rarely been fly fished or even visited. The adjacent Cays and Islands also extend some 15 miles westward, and most have flats, both large and small in the near vicinity. Bonefishing packages at The Cays include, self-catering accommodation that can cater for groups up to 6 in number making it an ideal location for a group of friends or a family vacation. A complementary car for the duration of a visit means non-fishing partners can also explore the island, and visitors also have exclusive use of the resort’s bar, grill and pool.

The Exumas Holiday Rates

Twin-share: 7 nights/6 days guided fishing costs £1600 per person
Includes: 7 nights accommodation, 6 full days guided fishing, transfers, hire car
Excludes: International and domestic flights, meals, beverages and gratuities