Fishing Tours  

 

    Cutty cabin with full sun top will get you to the sailfish grounds or the inshore fishing for Roosterfish, Dorado, Tuna and other coastal species with comfort and economy. We use 4-stroke outboard power, which is pleasantly quiet and dependable, and are fully equipped with modern electronics and safety gear. Trips include: all fishing tackle, bait and refreshments, local captain and crew. Standard excursion is from 7am to 1pm for three persons with a maximum of four persons at the captain’s discretion.

    These tours are avalaible on both East and West Coasts of Guatemala. The West coast tours cost a little more if you want to hook up with that incredible Sailfish.

    For Fly Fishing enthusiasts there is the ever popular Bonefish and Permit which are plentiful in the shallows of the beaches surrounding several of the Sapodillas Cays. The Flats Barracudas (a real heart stopper) are plentiful and give great fighting action. We also offer the opportunity to go Tarpon fishing. If you’ve never experienced a school of around 100 tarpon splashing and leaping out of the water (they weigh in the neighborhood of 60 – 120 lbs.) then it’s an absolute must see and do. Catching one is the experience of a lifetime.

    Snorkeling- For those of you who enjoy viewing the underwater sights you are truly in for an amazing experience. On calm days the clarity for snorkeling is absolutely amazing – the water is crystal clear for optimum visibility for about 20 feet. A lot of the coral is from 5 feet to 15 feet deep so easily visible right from the surface. The Sapodillas Cays is a protected area and in recent years has been declared a World Heritage Park. This means that commercial fishing of any kind is no longer allowed. Therefore the marine life is flourishing – it’s an astonishing feast for the eyes.

    Please contact me for more information. As this deals with both coasts, not all information is complete here.

    The Rio Dulce tours consist of;

    The Hot Water Falls at the Finca Paraiso- on Lago Isabel is a "must do" for anyone passing through the Rio Dulce area. When was the last time you got a chance to stand under a thundering waterfall of magnificently hot water? This must have been where they got the idea for hot showers!!!! It's truly a unique experience. It's about an hours boat ride from Fronteras to the Finca Isobel and then it's about a half hour walk to the Hot Water Falls or a 10 minute in the back of an old wooden cart hauled by a tractor (also an interesting experience reminiscent of the old hay rides!!!) There are all kinds of caves up the river from the waterfalls for those who like hiking and exploring.

    Tarpon Fishing on Lago Isobel- In season there is great Tarpon Fishing on Lago Isobel. The tarpon hang out in schools of a hundred or so so if you get a chance to come upon one when they are all leaping and frollicking it's a real sight to see!!! Catching one is even more fun as they weigh up to 100 + pounds!!!!

    Excursion from Lago Isobel to Rio Oscuro- A day tour will give you the opportunity to spot a myriad of wildlife in it's natural habitat -- Manatees, Cormorrants, White Cranes, Butterfies, water flowers, Mangrove trees and the teeming life that makes them their home. Way up the Canals it's great for jungle exploring -- make sure you bring your bug spray and your sunscreen and you'll have an enjoyable adventure!!!!

    Denny's Beach excursions- A lovely day trip to one of the most beautiful beaches in Guatemala -- Playa Dorada -- The Golden Coast of Lago Isobel. Great for swimming and sunbathing, hanging out in a hammock and relaxing, enjoying the great food at Denny's and a nice cold beer or two!!!! The beach is a beautiful private paradise with lots of coconut palms and palm roof palapas everywhere to enjoy the shade and the balmy breezes.

    Rio Tatin/Hot springs & Caves, Lovingston & Rio Dulce Day Tour - This is one of the most scenic tours you will enjoy bar non. The canyon alone is breathtakingly spectacular. In the 1950's the Tarzan movies were filmed with this as the background. You'll see the lush green jungle foliage rise out of the river narrows, sheer rock cliffs and a myriad of wild life. Howler monkeys are often swinging through the vines in the jungle and there are lots of varieties of birds to keep all you birdwatchers excited. A stop at the hot water springs is always nice for a relaxing bath in the natural thermal waters. At the end of the Rio Dulce you'll land at the port of Livingston -- a unique Guatemalan town with a large population of the Garifuna tribe which has it's own language, customs and foods. Try having the local "Tapado" a coconut milk sea food stew that is one of the delicacies of the Garifunas. You will enjoy storling the streets of the "quaint" village of Livingston.


    Key Information:

      Tour duration: 7am to 1pm
      Meals: Snacks, softdrinks. Not included: Tips and achohlic beverages.
      Accomodations: On day tours, your accomodations will be onboard our vessel for a time you will not forget!
      Transportation: Includes transportation from Guatemala City or Antigua to Rio Dulce and return.
      Tour Customizable: of course!
      Cost per person: Depending on which coast you are on the prices start as low as $450 USD per person per day based on a four person tour (two fishermen on Tarpon fishing trips). All meals, accommodations, fishing boat and guides, fishing and snorkeling gear, and tour fees are included. Not included are tips or alcoholic beverages. Let us know the number of people in your party and your interests and we will customize a tour for you!!!