F e w   C a r i b b e a n   b o n e f i s h   d e s t i n a t i o n s  compare with the seldom-fished wilderness marls of Abaco, one of the last bonefish frontiers, covered with big, dumb fish.

Nettie Symonette's air-conditioned lodges offer fine meals, comfortable rooms with private baths and near exclusive access to a huge, shallow, fishery that stretches for over 30 miles. Bahamian pine forests meet the white sand beaches of Abaco at the end of 40 miles of potholes. The track to Abaco Bonefish Club is a cratered road to a bonefish heaven that is worth every bump. It's a trail to a paradise covered with bonefish that have seldom seen an angler!

As if the marls were not enough, nearby Cherokee Sound offers anglers the chance to wade and sight fish to some truly large bonefish in very skinny water...a real test of one's skills.

All meals at Great Abaco are served at the Heritage Lodge, prepared especially with the angler in mind. There is no set menu and emphasis is placed on seafood at dinnertime, prepared in Bahamian gourmet style.

For non-fishermen, nature has provided an 8-mile stretch of beach by the new Seashell Beach Club for exploration and shell collection. The virgin reefs offer some of the most spectacular sights for snorkeling and diving. The island has its own nature park with flamingos, wild boar, iguanas, donkeys and numerous species of bird life. Rental cars are available as well as guided tours for those wishing to explore the island of Abaco.

A short boat ride from the lodge is the community of Cherokee Sound, the oldest continuous settlement in Abaco. It is an all-white settlement approximately 200 years old and was settled by Irish immigrants and American Loyalists. The population is approximately 180 persons; the settlement got electricity in 1995. All the guides live there; most have for their entire lives.

Heritage Bonefishing Club has a new recreation room with pool table, cards and games, mini-bar, satellite TV and video library, and access to the amenities at Sea Shell. Bicycles are also available for exploring the area. The adjoining lodge contains a lounge, dining room, and porch dining area where guest may enjoy their meals. Breakfast, lunch as well as an evening meal of fish, steak, lobster (seasonal), ribs, pork chops, chicken or wild boar will delight.

Nature trails meander throughout the property and provide an opportunity for viewing the diverse animal population and 63 species of birds including the endangered Abaco parrots, flamingo, egrets, ducks, osprey and heron.

Species of Fish:  Bonefish, Permit, and Barracuda.

Lodging:  
Sea Shell Beach Club offers luxurious, airy suites with private bathrooms, reminiscent of the colonial era located between a powdery white sand beach and Lake Tarpon. Amenities include a lap pool, Jacuzzi, hammocks, extensive landscaped gardens, canoes, laundry facility, ice machine and the Bahamian Great Room complete with art exhibit, library, satellite TV and videos. Electric carts are available for transportation on the property. The Buttonwood Bay Out-Door Grill provides stunning views of Tarpon Lake and spectacular sunsets to make a one-of-a-kind dining experience.

Heritage Inn accommodations feature spacious, air-conditioned double occupancy rooms with private bathroom and balcony overlooking the lagoon.

Travel Arrangements:  Anglers fly to the Marsh Harbor Airport on Abaco Island, Bahamas. From the airport it is an approximate 25-minute drive to the lodge.

Length of Stay:  This will vary, depending on which of the wonderful packages you have chosen, and which lodge you choose.

Season:  Mid September through Mid June.

Occupancy:  Abaco Bonefish Club can take 14 guests at the Sea Shell Beach Club, and an additional 10-12 at the Heritage.

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Booking Your Trip:  Reserving your spot at any of our wonderful locations is easily done. You can call us on our dime at: 800-669-3474 or by sending us an email at: info@flyfishingtravel.com.

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