Seychelles, Providence Atoll
To book or for more information please call, (434)760-3474
Providence Atoll Fly Fishing Liveaboard
Remote Indian Ocean – Fly Fish the Untouched Flats
To book please call, (434)760-3474
Located 400 nautical miles south of Mahé, Providence Atoll is one of the most remote and untouched saltwater fly fishing destinations on Earth. With fewer than a thousand visitors over the past century—and following a six-year fishing closure lifted in 2015—this extraordinary atoll has reopened to adventurous anglers. As the largest fishable atoll in the Seychelles and the least explored, Providence is renowned as one of the world’s premier Giant Trevally fisheries and home to the Bumphead Parrotfish.
2026 Rate: $16,950.00 per person for 7-nights and 6-days guided fishing.
Providence Atoll
Providence Atoll is 34 miles (55 km) long and 8.6 miles wide (14 km), and like many atolls in the Seychelles, Providence is a fly-fishing wilderness. The vast flats, enormous lagoon system, and feeder channels allow fly anglers to wade up to 214 square miles (345 km) of pristine sand flats, turtle grass banks, surf areas, and lagoon edges while targeting many species. The large ear-shaped lagoon provides easy skiff access to the amazing fly fishing grounds.
Inshore Species: Giant Trevally, huge shoals of Bumphead parrotfish, various Grouper species, Milkfish, Triggerfish, Bonefish, and big Barracuda are also found on the flats. Providence Atoll is one of two destinations in the Seychelles to catch bumphead parrotfish.
Offshore Species: Billfish, Yellowfin and Dogtooth Tuna, Wahoo...
One of the best GT Fisheries on the Planet
Milkfish have an incredible power-to-size ratio and execute spectacular aerial leaps, making it a demanding species to target.
Bonefishing: The Providence Atoll fishery caters to novice and highly experienced anglers. Novices can target large numbers of fairly naive bonefish while the experienced rods hunt single trophy-tailing bonefish, permit, and monster GTs.
Wading: Most of the fishing is wading. You’ll cover up to two miles a day over challenging terrain, so correct footwear is essential. Protective flats wading boots (hard rubber soles with ankle support) must be worn. You will not be taken to the flats without proper footwear.
The Outfitter: FlyCastaway Fishing Company has specialized in elite fly-fishing trips since 2004 and also operates St. Brandon’s Atoll.
Offshore Fishing
Bluewater: At most anchorages, bluewater begins very close to shore, so fishing these waters from tender boats is possible. Surface fish for sailfish, barracuda, wahoo, yellowfin tuna, dogtooth tuna, and an occasional marlin, to name a few.
Group Size: 12 anglers per week and four guides.
Boats: Locally built panga-style skiffs are used for bluewater fishing and transport from the Liveaboard to the fishing grounds. Three anglers per boat and guide.
The Fishing Program:
Two Seasons: The Atoll has two fishing seasons, from late February through May and from October through December.
Guides: You’ll fish three anglers to one guide. It features four world-class, English-speaking fly-fishing guides who are among the most experienced in the Indian Ocean. These guides are experts in rigging and teasing and skilled in handling bluewater fish. Each guide holds a skipper’s license and is trained in first aid.
Fishing Equipment is not included in the package. A fly outfit rental is $100 per week, and a $250 breakage fee applies. Fly lines are not included. A detailed list of what to bring is in our confirmation packet.
Fishing License: Fishing Licenses are not required on the Atoll. A Seychelles conservation license is included in the package.
Guide and our client Bruce Tyson with Sailfish
A Typical Fishing Day:
7:00 a.m. - You’ll have a quick breakfast.
7:30 a.m. - You’ll head to the flats to fish the first tide.
Mid-day - Anglers generally stay out on the flats with a packed lunch, especially if the prime tidal movement coincides with the lunch break. There is the option to return to the mothership for lunch if the tide allows. However, it is best arranged with the head guide the evening prior.
5:00 to 5:30 p.m. - You’ll return to the vessel.
7:30 p.m. - Enjoy a buffet-style dinner. After dinner, the guides and captain review the fishing tides for the next day.
The Maya’s Dugong Liveaboard
The Liveaboard: The Maya’s Dugong, a 135-foot expedition vessel, has a large air-conditioned dining area and lounge, several outdoor decks, a spacious bridge, and an observation deck. The vessel boasts the most experienced crew in the region. The ship’s large back deck provides ample room for gear storage and tackle setup. The vessel can store four tender boats.
Security: Providence Atoll fishing was suspended for six years due to piracy in the Indian Ocean. Though the risk of attack is considered low, three armed security personnel are on board.
Seven Air-Conditioned Cabins
Two guests per air-conditioned cabin with a private bathroom and shower. Complimentary laundry service twice a week.
Meals: Hot breakfasts, packed lunches, and buffet-style dinners.
Alcohol: All beer, spirits, and wine are available for purchase onboard and do not include a 15% GST. You’re encouraged to bring your own alcohol from home or the duty-free store at the airport.
Communications: Starlink Wi-Fi is now available for $21 per person per 1GB of data + 15% VAT paid in USD on the Maya’s Dugong. There is no cell phone reception on the Atoll. The Maya’s Dugong’s satellite phone can be used for $5 per minute for incoming and outgoing calls.
Bruce Tyson with Giant Trevally
“Great trip! The GT is the most exciting fish I have ever caught. Sailfish was pretty cool too.” - Bruce Tyson - 2018.
A Tractor Ride to the Mothership
Providence Atoll Bluefin Trevally
Providence Atoll trips are primarily based on sightfishing the flats; having top-quality polarized sunglasses is a must. We suggest bringing two pairs with you.
Endless Wading Flats and Trophy Bonefish
For Bonefish, Triggerfish, and Bumphead Parrotfish, the outfitter recommends a top-quality 9-ft./9-wt. saltwater fly rods such as G. Loomis NRX or GLX CrossCurrent. A detailed tackle list is provided in our confirmation packet.
Exotic Species - Providence Atoll has it all!
Bring a Digital Camera with 5 million pixels or more, preferably waterproof. Bring your downloading cable so they can back up your photos every few days. Each guest is given a selection of low-res images from the week at the end of the trip.
Napolean Wrasse
Napolean Wrasse, also known as Humphead Wrasse, is identified by its puffy, thick lips and forehead bump. These reef dwellers feed on mollusks, crustaceans, and fish. They have an impressive lifespan, living up to 40 years.
Providence Atoll Adventure
English-speaking guides have abundant knowledge and experience in successfully targeting Providence’s flats and offshore species.
The Powerful GT
Powerful and predatory, the GT is the bully on the block and hunts individually or in schools. Call us today for this Providence Atoll Fly Fishing Liveaboard Adventure!
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