Line Island Group - Republic of Kiribati

110 Miles north of the Equator and 1300 miles south of Hawaii is one of the most unique and prolific bonefisheries on Earth.

It is a remote coral atoll where thousands of acres of white sand flats are flooded by ankle-deep saltwater and covered with cruising bonefish in the 2-6 pound range. Much of the magic and the attraction for anglers at this South Pacific flyfisherman's Mecca is a result of the combination of very large numbers of bonefish, the chance for a trophy bonefish, easily waded flats and excellent mid-winter angling!

Christmas Island stands untouched in a world where commercial harvesting has cut deeply into the quality of saltwater sport fishing. It's a maze of lagoons naturally designed for flyrodding, with easily waded, shallow, white flats offering near perfect visibility. It is a saltwater experience equally alluring and rewarding to both the beginner and experienced fishermen and is particularly easy for West Coast flyfishermen.

Because Christmas Island is so near the Equator, the weather patterns and angling are reliable 365 days of the year. A trip to Christmas Island is a must for flats fishermen and welcome escape for snowbirds searching for winter sun, fun and fish.

Christmas Island is, unquestionably, the most prolific bonefish destination on the planet! That's quite a statement, but it's supported by the experience of thousands of anglers who each have caught and released dozens of fish in a single day.

Bonefishing here is done the way it should be, on foot. Fly fishers spend the entire day stalking albula vulpes (White Fox), usually on solid, white-bottomed flats that often stretch for as far as the eye can see. It is action-packed angling by any standards, and experienced flats anglers recognize that there is no place in the world that offers better bonefishing.

The quality of the guide staff at the lodge, though not the equal of some Caribbean bonefish destinations, is more then adequate because of the sheer numbers of fish encountered at the island. They will certainly aid you in spotting the bonefish under varied light and water conditions and help you distinguish them from the many other fish species you'll encounter. These shy, hardworking natives are part of the cultural and fishing experience that makes Christmas Island special.

Most of our staff here at The Fly Shop have visited Christmas Island, many of us more than once, some as many as 10 weeks. It's that intimate familiarity that has helped us select the best weeks, the best tides and provide the most complete information for anglers destined for that part of the South Pacific. In fact, the most successful flies used there over the years originated with us.

Every fly fisherman should make the pilgrimage to Christmas Island. A large percentage of travelers enjoy it so much they make it into a regular annual trip. It has a magic that will leave its mark on you.

Species of Fish: Bonefish, Trevally (giant, golden and bluefin).

Lodging: You will be lodging with Christmas Island Outfitters in one of 4 simple, clean bungalows that sleep two anglers each. In each one you will find a private bath, ceiling fans, refrigerator and screened windows.

Length of Stay: 7 night packages Tuesday to Tuesday (6 days of fishing).

Season: Year Around (365 Days).

Occupancy: Christmas Island Outfitters can fish up to 8 anglers. There is a two angler/week minimum.

Inclusions: Accommodations, meals, guide fees, Christmas Island ground transfers, flats transportation.

Non-Inclusions: Air fair to and from Christmas Island, alcoholic beverages, visa fees, travel insurance, gratuities, laundry services, fishing licenses and departure taxes.

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 a suitable replacement is provided. No refund will be made for unused land arrangements included in cost. Refunds of deposit/payments made by credit card will be charged a 3.5% service charge to fully compensate The Fly Shop for bank charges incurred.

Trip Cancellation and Interruption Insurance: To protect yourself, and your investment in the even 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 billing. Receipt of deposit and/or final payment is acknowledgement that the traveler has read, understands, and accepts our 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.