OVERVIEW
Your chance to visit the only fly-fishing operation located on the famed Marls, a vast labyrinth of flats, mangroves, and bonefish in numbers like nowhere else in the Bahamas. Twenty to thirty fish days are not uncommon, with 200-square-miles of prime habitat awaiting anglers. Its Marls-side headquarters also means no trailering, no fuel stops, and more time fishing.Push back from the breakfast table and walk to the dock, where the island’s most knowledgeable guides and our fleet of Hell’s Bay flats skiffs greet you. Back on dry land private rooms, fine dining, and attentive service ensure utimate comfort after a full day’s fishing.One of the most conveniently located bonefishing destinations on the planet, direct flights from Florida allow for seamless travel to and from Marsh Harbour Airport.
FISHING OPPORTUNITIES
Bonefish – Twenty to thirty fish per day is not uncommon.
Bonefish are our main target but be prepared for the occasional Permit, juvenile Tarpon, Shark, or ‘Cuda.
Offshore fishing can be arranged seasonally for Wahoo, Tuna, Dorado, Billfish, Snapper, Barracuda, and Grouper.
A TYPICAL DAY
- The only lodge located directly on the Marls –Just walk out on the dock and board your skiff! The “Marls” is a unique Bonefish habitat with miles of pristine flats full ofeager bonefish.
- First class, professional, personable and accommodating guides.
- A fleet of Hells Bay Waterman skiffs, powered with Suzuki engines. Leaning bars and seats with backrests ensure comfort on the water.
- The majority of the fishing is done from the boat, but wading opportunities do exist.
- Runs to the flats vary from 10 to 45 minutes.
- Rental rods and reels are available for only $25 per day.
- Strictly a catch and release fishery.
Daily schedule is typically as followed, but can be tailored to your preference.
- 6:30am Coffee ready at the buffet table
- 7:00am Breakfast
- 8:00am Depart dock
- 4:00pm Return to lodge
- 4:00pm onwards Cocktail hour
- 5:30pm Appetizers
- 7:00pm Dinner
ACCOMMODATIONS
Capacity: 10 anglers Rooms: 10 single bed rooms, with king/queen sized beds, air conditioning and private bathroom.
- Relaxing pool
- Dining room, sitting room, bar and fully equipped fly-tying table
- Telephone and internet access
- Beautifully prepared Bahamian specialties concentrating on magnificent fresh seafood
- Maid and laundry service
- Fly shop fully equipped with flies, rods, reels, lines, selected items of flats wear and local crafts
- Other non-fishing activities include snorkeling, kayaking, diving and golf
- Picnic lunches and cold drinks are taken to the flats in a cooler
- A typical trip does not fish on arrival or departure, however this can be arranged
RATES AND SEASONS
Rates – Please contact us with inquiries.
Seasons –
High season: Oct 2015- Mar 15, 2016 and Jul 2016.
Peak seasons: March 15 – June, 2016.
INCLUSIONS
- Lodging
- Meals
- Alcohol
- Professional guiding
- Transportation between the lodge and Marsh Harbour Airport
EXCLUSIONS
- Transportation to Abaco Island
- Transfer from Treasure Cay to the lodge ($50.00 p/person one way)
- Flies and other fishing equipment
- Gratuities and government taxes (VAT)
