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Ascension Bay Bonefish Club - Yucatan Peninsula - Punta Allen, Mexico
Ascension Bay Bonefish Club caters exclusively to flyfishermen, and particularly to anglers interested in permit. Bonefishing is excellent in the shallow, clear flats of Ascension Bay, and the native guides pride themselves in their knowledge of the intricate tides, habitat, tackle and sophisticated techniques appropriate for successful permit hunting with fly rods. Anglers committed to this demanding challenge are seldom disappointed, and more often than not, are rewarded with permit, the most difficult trophy component of a Caribbean Grand Slam!
"Bonefish Club" is really misnamed because ABBC focuses more on trophy permit fishing, and that's what makes this location so unique. Permit are the most challenging fish a flyrodder can pursue, and nowhere in the world are they as prolific and catchable as in the unspoiled flats of Ascension Bay on Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula. If you're new to permit fishing and you want to catch your first one, or if you're a seasoned veteran, this is the place for you! The Yucatan "grand slam" (permit, tarpon and bonefish) is a real possibility here because the waters abound with all three species as well as barracuda, jack crevalle and snook.
ABBC is located in the lobster fishing village of Punta Allen, south of Cancun, and at the northern tip of Ascension Bay. It's in the heart of the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve, a huge, 1.4 million acre Mexican National Park (Sian Ka'an means "birthplace of the sky" in Mayan). You'll have many opportunities to glimpse jungle wildlife and the remains of ancient Mayan civilization on your drive south from Cancun.
Any fishing lodge is only as good as its guide staff. The ABBC guides have studied these waters for years and have learned well. Our fishing successes and repeat customers attest to the knowledge and professionalism of the ABBC guide staff. ABBC uses two guides per boat. One senior guide handles the poling and the other stands with the angler to point out the fish. Both guides are constantly probing the flats for fish so that our anglers actually have two experienced pairs of eyes in addition to there own. We utilize 21? custom fiberglass boats that have plenty of storage and a clean front area with a very stable casting platform. While not glitzy, your impression of them will be elevated as you experience the simple functionality and productive results these crafts allow us. Boats are like custom tied flies, some are designed to hook fisherman, some just to hook fish.
Traditional breakfasts, with some local flair, consist of cereal, eggs, bacon, ham, juices, toast and coffee. Box lunches are prepared for the fishing days and typically include sandwiches, fruits, desserts, ice water and other beverages. Varied meals served family style (both American dishes and local Caribbean / Mexican favorites) are tasty, healthy and always ample. They include fresh meats, seafood, chicken, vegetables, fruits and delicious desserts including the famous flan and homemade pies. Bottled water is used for drinking and ice.
Species of Fish: Bonefish, Permit, Tapron, Snook, Jack Crevalle, and Barracuda.
Lodging: Ascension Bay Bonefish Club is a small, private house. Anglers stay in airy, well-furnished double occupancy rooms with overhead fans and electricity. A full bathroom with hot-water shower is standard for each bedroom. Screened windows provide views of the garden as well as cross ventilation. A combination lounging-dining room and its adjoining patio are the natural focal points of the lodge.
Travel Arrangements: Anglers fly commercially to Cancun, spending the night at a hotel in Cancun if necessary, and are then transported by van to the lodge, a 3.5-hour drive, the day or arrival to Cancun (if necessary the following day).
Length of Stay: Arrival on Friday, departure on the following Friday.
Season: November through June.
Occupancy: Ascension Bay Bonefish Club can host a maximum of 6 guests.
Rates: $2,900 per angler, per week.
Inclusions: The rate includes: All accommodations and meals at lodge, fishing with boat and guide, bottled water, taxi transfers to and from Andros Town airport, snorkel gear, government room tax and laundry service.
Non-Inclusions: The rate does not include: Airfare to and from the town of Andros, baggage and overweight charges, alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, Gatorade, gratuities, applicable airport departure taxes, fishing tackle purchases, telephone calls, and items of a personal nature.
Reservations, Deposits and Final Payments: A 50% deposit is required within 21 days of reserving your dates to confirm the reservation. Final payment is due 60 days prior to scheduled arrival date. For reservations made 60 days or less prior to scheduled arrival date, full payment is due upon invoicing.
Cancellations and Refunds: Written cancellation up to 60 days prior to departure: refund of deposit less $400 handling charge, per person. Cancellation within 60 days: at this point, individual is responsible for total land costs and no refund will be made unless suitable replacement is provided. No refund will be made for unused land arrangements included in cost. Refunds of deposit/payments made on a credit card will be charged a 3.5% service charge to fully compensate The Fly Shop for bank charges incurred.
Receipt of deposit and/or final payment is acknowledgement that registrant has read and accepts the payment, cancellation and refund policy.
Trip Cancellation and Interruption Insurance: To protect yourself, and your investment in the event of an unexpected trip cancellation or interruption, The Fly Shop STRONGLY recommends the purchase of Trip/Travel Insurance. A brochure and application for that insurance will be included with your initial billing. Receipt of deposit and/or final payment is acknowledgement that the traveler has read, understands, and accepts the cancellation and refund policy. Prices and terms are subject to change without notice. However, no changes will be made after initial deposit. Receipt of deposit and/or final payment is acknowledgement that registrant has read and accepts the payment, cancellation and refund policy.
Wading the flats at Ascension Bay Bonefish Club - Photo Courtesy of Lefty Kreh


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