page 4 why book with frontiers since 1969 our staff has traveled the globe looking for the best fishing and finest saltwater lodges available we ve researched and discovered many unique places that provide firstrate experiences from the quality of the fishing to the reliability of the on-site management we revisit all of our locations frequently because we want to be sure that our information is current and that everything for your trip will prove exceptional as they say it s a tough job but someone has to do it when we offer you our recommendations you can rest assured that they re based on firsthand experience you ll see that we share a mutual we re proud to say that we send roughly 3,000 people to our saltwater lodges worldwide each passion for fishing and travel and to put it simply we want you to have a great trip year and we feel that the numbers speak for themselves throughout the year we receive client feedback that is overwhelmingly positive likewise our lodges consistently
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page 8 overall a great destination excellent facilities and staff c.r miami fl casa blanca farther south down the yucatan coast sits another fabled flats fishing lodge that has garnered its own reputation of offering fishermen not just a place to fish but a fishing experience casa blanca fishing lodge is the avid angler s destination where you will fish hard rest easy and do it in style you ll stalk bones and permit on endless flats search shadowy mangrove lagoons for tarpon and snook and when you ve reeled your line in for the day you ll return to airconditioned rooms an excellent menu and attentive service casa blanca sits on the southern shores of ascension bay a quick boat ride from some of the most diverse and productive shallow-water habitat in the world expansive yet accessible the bay offers anglers the opportunity to target all four flats species in a single day fishing everything from ankle-deep flats to backwater lagoons the lodge s management and staff operate like a w
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rancho leonero east cape baja this low-key reasonably priced fishing ranch is located approximately one hour south of la paz and one hour north of the los cabos airport set apart from the other east cape hotels this lush old-world baja resort is a fishing snorkeling kayaking and desert paradise with over two miles of private unspoiled beach a swimming pool airconditioned spacious rooms and a fantastic sunrise breakfast served on the patio overlooking the azure sea of cortez great for families and serious anglers alike the resort is an all-inclusive stay and the only requirement is to leave your worries at the front door when you arrive the resort has seasoned local captains and guides that will take you to the most productive fishing the east cape has to offer fishing is done either in the comfortable roomy super pangas or sportfisherman-style super cruisers dorado yellowfin tuna wahoo sailfish striped marlin and the powerful elusive and beautiful roosterfish are all present to provide
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page 14 kamalame cay great fishing without the fishing lodge atmosphere situated on a beautiful 100-acre private cay off the northeast coast of andros island sits one of the most unique upscale properties in the caribbean kamalame cay is the perfect island escape for those seeking superior accommodations gourmet cuisine miles of white-sand beach and great flats and offshore fishing fishermen can access the numerous flats immediately around kamalame or take a drive north to the gorgeous world-class joulter cays the joulters are a series of beautiful hard white-sand flats that extend as far as the eye can see similar to that of the seychelles or kamalame offers an assortment of villa suites that are spread throughout the island property each air-conditioned beachfront villa has a spacious bath with large soaking tub wet bar huge closets and a private patio staying at kamalame cay was a dream come true for myself and my family it will be difficult to find a lodge that offers amenitie
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acklins island lodge way down south in the out islands of the bahamas perched atop a hill at the waist of acklins island sits a small intimate bonefish lodge slowly becoming known as one of the best places to wade fish for bonefish in the bahamas acklins island lodge is emerging as a favorite for small groups looking for something different the flats of this large island are home to vast schools of bonefish and occasionally permit as well there will be numerous opportunities for fishermen to cast to small pods of larger fish and vast schools of bones averaging around 3 pounds experienced or new to the sport acklins is truly a great place for any ability level and if wade fishing is your thing acklins is your place there are three separate guest cottages featuring spectacular views of the water below each air-conditioned cottage has two beds full bath refrigerator tap drinking water and plenty of storage space for clothing gear and luggage the main lodge contains the dining area a well-
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page 20 the seychelles alphonse island fishing co a shackleton property alphonse continues to provide the ultimate experience in a bonefish destination after five full seasons of operation the lodge staff and fishing resource continue to enjoy riding an upward trend when returning clients consistently comment that they quit counting the bonefish and instead focused on the unusual and challenging other species available you know that they have archived the st francois lagoon as their benchmark for the bonefish destination as many as seven species of trevally primarily giant trevally and the colorful bluefin frequent the lagoon and reef for those looking for fantastic spot and stalk incredible species diversity on the flats gives you the chance to use 8-weights thru 12-weights bluefin trevally milkfish triggerfish giant trevally
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page 24 central pacific christmas island captain cook hotel things at christmas island are finally back to the good ole days regular scheduled air service is being provided by air pacific and they ve been running the route successfully now for the past 10 months taking fishermen to the bonefish paradise that started it all not just a bonefish resource christmas island fishing has honestly never been better and our returning clients from this past season report regular catches of 15-25 bonefish and is still one of the top destinations worldwide for giant trevally fishermen wishing to take on these aggressive members of the jack family should come prepared with heavy fly or spin this is also your chance to discover world-class diving full diving packages as well as combination diving/bonefishing packages give you the opportunity for the best of both worlds kim andersen of dive kiribati has been treating divers to some of the most spectacular sites in the pacific for more than 15 years ma
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el pescador ambergris cay el pescador fishing lodge on ambergris cay is surrounded by lush palm trees on a beautiful beach it is a perfect choice for those seeking a fishing lodge that has comfortable accommodations either in a main lodge setting or in private villas coupled with a relaxed atmosphere and a variety of nonfishing activities tarpon and bonefish are the main targets here however a host of species is available including permit barracuda and jacks as well as a variety of other reef species the waters of el pescador have classic tarpon flats and at certain times of the year sight casting can be exceptional for tarpon upwards of 100 pounds fishing is done from the bow of stable and comfortable pangas the boat of choice in belizean waters a 7-night/6-day fishing package is $2,995 per person based on double occupancy shared guide shorter stays are available el pescador is ideal for nonfishing or part-time fishing guests scuba diving snorkeling swimming sailing and tours of the m
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page 30 guatemala for sheer numbers of sailfish raised and caught on a daily basis no other destination that we know of can match the pacific coast of guatemala the seas here offer calm waters throughout the majority of the fishing season and sailfishing can be exceptional almost any month of the year while most fishermen choose to visit during the winter season those willing to travel during summer and fall can find outstanding action for some of the wildest fish that swim in the ocean this is quite honestly one of the most visually exciting fishing experiences you ll ever encounter and for those of you that have wanted to catch a truly huge fish on the fly we know of no better place and no better outfitters to help make it happen than those listed below each offers english-speaking hosts to help make your trip relaxing and carefree captain ron hamlin and the captain hook ron hamlin continues to enhance his near legendary status as one of the foremost captains in the world of billfi
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silver king lodge located on the northeast corner of costa rica at the confluence of the rio colorado river and the caribbean lies silver king lodge accessible only by boat you are surrounded by the jungle its floral scents lush colors and of course its unique wildlife the area is primarily known for its trophy-size tarpon from 70 to 100 pounds and large snook of 20 pounds or more both of which can be taken in the mouth of the river or the near rio parismina lodge whether fishing the ocean rivers and estuaries the tranquil waters of the lagoons or even surf casting from the beach rio parismina lodge has options for everyone shore ocean area for the lighttackle enthusiast there are numerous lagoons and backwaters which are home to river tarpon calba or fat snook mojarra machaca and the aggressive guapote the offshore waters offer wahoo tuna dorado and sailfish opportunities trophy tarpon and snook are the targeted species at this jungle lodge located on the banks of the rio parismina r
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freshwater fishing atlantic and pacific salmon sea trout taimen peacock bass tigerfish golden dorado and steelhead fishing on some of the most famous rivers in the world renowned trout fishing in the southern and northern hemispheres a passion for travel for us it is a passion a passion for travel a passion to be outdoors and a passion to share let our expert staff help guide you to your ideal destination saltwater fishing light-tackle fly fishing in warm waters for bonefish tarpon permit trevally milkfish and barracuda blue-water big game fishing on fly and conventional tackle unique tropical properties to satisfy all interests with differing standards of accommodation elegant journeys we know most corners of the world and can plan your customized travel from luxury barging and cruises to exclusive wine and garden tours to private family getaways and so much more wing shooting flighting decoying and walk-up shooting for doves ducks pigeons perdiz and other game birds in africa ar
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