What
makes Guatemala special for the saltwater fly-fisher is sailfish. Lots and lots
and lots of sailfish! Our clients are astounded at the number of opportunities
(shots) they have during their trip. With only a small fleet of sportfishers
fishing the sailfish-rich grounds, the fishing pressure is much lighter than
most other bluewater destinations. Multiple sailfish charging into the teaser
pattern are just what the doctor ordered for those winter, early-spring
doldrums.
With a season that spans November-April,
Guatemala offers the perfect winter-spring saltwater fly-fishing
getaway when cold weather and cabin fever sets in. Thanks to jet travel,
depending on your location, you can find yourself in a tropical paradise in a
few hours. The next morning you are off the West Coast of Guatemala
watching the teasers intently as they bubble in the wake of your cabin cruiser.
Soon, the crew screams follow – then he is coming, then the command to cast and
your fly hits the foaming white water behind the boat.
Out of nowhere, a sailfish pounces on your fly and you come tight to the fish of
your dreams.
You
may even find a few marlin, tuna, dorado and maybe even a shot at a roosterfish
inshore to polish your fly-rodding techniques.
For a fly-fishing trip that you will be talking about for a long time, Guatemala will not disappoint you.