Yes! All of El Pescador Lodge’s guides are fluent in English, so you can easily communicate during your fishing trips.

The guides are native to Ambergris Caye with decades of experience fishing the local flats. Many come from multi-generational guide families, learning the fishery from childhood.

They have intimate knowledge of bonefish, tarpon, and permit flats and are skilled casters and instructors, helping anglers of all levels improve their presentation and technique.

Fully licensed and professional, all guides hold Belize Port Authority Boat Master licenses, are certified Belize Tourism Board guides, and operate safety-equipped boats.

Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced angler, they tailor each trip, provide fly casting lessons, and offer expert advice on tackle and flies to maximize your fishing experience.

El Pescador Lodge welcomes both fly fishing and spin fishing. Anglers can choose whichever style they prefer fly rods for sight-casting on the flats or light tackle/spin gear for bonefish, tarpon, permit, and other inshore species.

Fly Fishing

• Bonefish – the primary flats target, typically 2–5 lbs, found in shallow flats and wadeable areas.

• Tarpon – sight-cast on shallow flats or rolling in deeper channels; year-round fishing.

• Permit – found in schools on flats and incoming reef waves, averaging 8–10 lbs.

• Snook – in mangrove-lined creeks and tidal channels, providing exciting sight fishing.

• Jack Crevalle & Barracuda – opportunistic predators, often chased on flats or near mangroves.

Spin Fishing

• Tarpon – both flats and reef fishing, including larger trophy fish.

• Bonefish – accessible with light tackle, especially in wadeable flats.

• Permit – targeted with lures or light tackle spin gear, usually in shallow flats or near reef edges.

• Jack Crevalle & Barracuda – aggressive predators, ideal for casting plugs or spoons.

• Cobia & Snook – found near mangroves, channels, and deeper flats, great for exciting fights.

Beachfront Accommodations

El Pescador Lodge offers a variety of comfortable, well-appointed lodging options right on the Caribbean beachfront of Ambergris Caye. Guests can choose newly renovated rooms in the classic mahogany main lodge, featuring ocean views, tropical gardens, and easy access to the water and swimming pool.

Private Villas

For families or groups, the lodge also offers spacious 1‑, 2‑, or 3‑bedroom private villas. These two-story homes include:

• Open living and dining areas with fully equipped kitchens

• Covered verandas or patios with ocean views

• Bedrooms with private entrances and tropical hardwood finishes

• Coral stone floors and handcrafted furniture for a relaxed island atmosphere

All rooms and villas are equipped with air conditioning and Wi‑Fi. Guests can also enjoy golf carts for exploring the island or visiting nearby San Pedro.

El Pescador Lodge’s fishing season runs year‑round. You can fish the flats and coastal waters any month of the year.

Bonefish

• Best months: Year-round

• Resident populations are consistent, with flats fishing excellent throughout the year.

• Found in shallow flats, wadeable areas, and near channels.

Permit

• Best months: March through July

• Permit are present year-round but form larger schools in spring and early summer.

• Found on flats, reef edges, and incoming waves — ideal for sight casting.

Tarpon

• Resident tarpon: Available year-round (smaller fish, 5–20 lbs)

• Migratory tarpon (big silver kings): Peak May through August

• Found on flats, channels, and near the reef; ideal for fly and spin fishing.

Other Inshore Species

• Jack Crevalle, Barracuda, Cobia, and Snook: Year-round

• Located in mangrove lagoons, tidal channels, and near flats.

Seasonal Tips

• Dry season (Feb–May): Clear skies, calm seas, excellent sight-fishing conditions

• Rainy season (June–Nov): Still great fishing, especially for migratory tarpon and larger permit, though occasional tropical showers can occur

2026 Rates:

For Trips between Dec. 15, 2025 - June 30, 2026:
7-nights and 6-days guided fishing
Rates are per person.
Two per boat and room$6,205 p.p.
One per boat and room$9,355
Non-angler sharing room: $4,255

6-nights and 5-days guided fishing
Two per boat and room$5,379 p.p.
One per boat and room$8,079
Non-angler sharing room: $3,754

5-nights and 4-days guided fishing
Two per boat and room$4,532
One per boat and room$6,782
Non-angler sharing room: $3,232

4-nights and 3-days guided fishing
Two per boat and room$3,666
One per boat and room$5,466
Non-angler sharing room: $2,691

3-nights and 2-days guided fishing
Two per boat and room:$2,809
One per boat and room:$4,159
Non-angler sharing room: $2,159

2026 Rates:

For Trips between July 1 - Nov. 14, 2026:
7-nights and 6-days guided fishing
Two per boat and room$5,614
One per boat and room$8,519
Non-angler sharing room: $3,664

6-nights and 5-days guided fishing
Two per boat and room$4,872
One per boat and room$7,362
Non-angler sharing room: $3,247

5-nights and 4-days guided fishing
Two per boat and room$4,110
One per boat and room$6,185
Non-angler sharing room: $2,810

4-nights and 3-days guided fishing
Two per boat and room$3,328
One per boat and room$4,988
Non-angler sharing room: $2,353

3-nights and 2-days guided fishing
Two per boat and room$2,556
One per boat and room$3,801
Non-angler sharing room: $1,906

Upgrade to a Villa
Upgrade to a one, two, or three-bedroom Villa for an added $300 (+ $27 tax) per night - per villa (not per person).

Fly Rods

• 7–8 wt: Ideal for bonefish and lighter winds

• 8–10 wt: Versatile for permit and light tarpon

• 10–12 wt: Best for larger tarpon and heavier flies

• Most flats fishing is done with 9-foot rods

Reels

• Corrosion-resistant saltwater reels with smooth drag

• Carry 200+ yards of backing (20–50 lb depending on target species) for fast runs

Lines & Leaders

• Weight-forward tropical floating lines for general flats fishing

• Intermediate or sink-tip lines for permit and tarpon

• Leaders:

  • Bonefish: 9–12 ft tapered, 10–12 lb

  • Permit: 9–14 ft tapered, 16–20 lb

  • Tarpon: 9 ft tapered with 40–80 lb fluorocarbon bite tippet (heavier for larger fish)

‍ ‍Spin Fishing Gear

Bonefish / Permit / Inshore Species

• Rod: Light to Medium-Light, 6.5–7.5 ft

• Line: 8–15 lb monofilament or braid

• Reel: Saltwater spinning reel with ~170+ yd line capacity

• Leader: 12–20 lb mono depending on species

Tarpon, Jacks & Larger Fish

• Rod: Medium to Medium-Heavy, 6.5–7 ft (shorter rods for leverage)

• Line: 15–25 lb braid for tarpon/jacks; 50 lb braid for very large fish

• Reel: Saltwater spinning reel with 200+ yd line capacity

• Leader: 60–80 lb mono or shock leader for tarpon and other large predators

Tips & Extras

• El Pescador Lodge offers a fly shop and demo gear for borrowing or purchase — travel light if desired

• Use high-quality drag systems, large arbor reels, and corrosion-resistant gear, as saltwater conditions are harsh on equipment

The lodge typically hosts 12–20 anglers per week, with room for additional family members and non-anglers. At full capacity, El Pescador can accommodate 30–40 total guests, yet it maintains a spacious, relaxed atmosphere thanks to its multiple pools, villas, and open common areas.

23-foot shallow-draft panga skiffs built for flats and inshore saltwater fishing. They feature spacious casting decks for two anglers and a guide, raised poling platforms for quiet navigation, quiet four-stroke motors, and ample storage for gear and lunches — perfect for a full day on the flats.

1. Fly to Belize City – Arrive at Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport (BZE) via U.S. or international carriers.

2. Short Flight to San Pedro – Enjoy a scenic 15-minute hopper flight on Tropic Air to Ambergris Caye. This flight is arranged by the lodge and included in your package.

3. Meet & Greet – A lodge representative will welcome you at the San Pedro airstrip and drive you a few blocks to the dock.

4. Boat Transfer to the Lodge – Take a quick 2.6-mile boat ride to El Pescador Lodge. The lodge is conveniently located near other luxury waterfront hotels, so it’s easy to access.

Baggage Allowance: Tropic Air permits two checked bags per person up to 50 lb each, plus one personal carry-on up to 15 lb.

The Fishing Packages Include:

• Roundtrip charter flight between Belize City and San Pedro, Belize
• Transfers by boat and vehicle between the airport in San Pedro and the lodge, depending on the weather.
• Lodging, nights as specified in your package.
• Three meals per day and an afternoon snack
• Local Belizean beverages consumed at their bar, including soda, beer, and rum.
• Use of all amenities:  pools, gym, kayaks, paddle boards, and bikes.
• Wi-Fi at the Lodge
• Guided fishing as specified in your package
• Loaner gear on a first-come, first-served basis.

The Packages Do Not Include:

• Airfare to and from Belize
• Gratuities for guides and Lodge staff
• Imported top-shelf liquor, beer, and wine
• Laundry and ironing services
• Items purchased in the gift or tackle shop
• Spa services or massages
• Eco-Adventures and day trips
• A fishing license, $25 per person
• Park fees (if applicable)
• Fishing gear (limited loaner gear is available)
• Rental diving gear
• 9% hotel tax
• 12.5% GST tax on the total package
• Belize Departure Tax  ($73.50 p.p. – either included in your ticket or paid at the airport)
• Global Rescue coverage
• Travel insurance
• Anything not listed under inclusions.