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Turneffe Flats Lodge - Turneffe Atoll, Belize
Turneffe Flats Lodge lies thirty miles off the coast of Belize. Turneffe Flats is located on the Turneffe Atoll, the largest of only four coral reefs in the western hemisphere. The Turneffe Atoll is remote and strikingly beautiful with crystal clear waters alive with a wide diversity of marine life.
This remote western Caribbean resort has a well- deserved reputation as one of the best angling destinations in Belize. This is a flats fishing lodge that has set new standards for the rest of the industry. Not only is it remote and beautiful with an abundance of fish, but the lodge owners and the staff have taken a very service oriented approach with the emphasis on knowing their fishery like the back of their hand.
Permit & Tarpon Photos - Courtesy of Bill Marts Turneffe Flats caters to serious anglers and uses modern 16' Dolphin Superskiffs for transportation to the expansive shallow flats just inside the reef-an area at the northeast end of a necklace of gin-clear flats that stretch as far as the eye can see. With the help of a guide, it's not unusual to spot several hundred fish in a day while wading the ankle-to-knee-deep water. Several of the guides have over 3 decades of experience. An average fishing day at Turneffe Flats is about eight\ hours; however, this is quite flexible. During tarpon season, many anglers opt to start shortly after sunrise and take a rest during the day. If you are a hard core angler, you may wade the flats in front of the lodge early in the morning, go out with your guide for the day and come back to the lodge flats and fish until sun- down.
The food is good and the three meals a day you will be served at the lodge feature Belizean cuisine and are often centered on fresh seafood. Meals are served family style in the main lodge and always include fresh fruits, freshly baked breads and pastries. A well-stocked bar in the lodge provides a focal point for
sharing fish stories in the evening. The friendly, native, English-speaking staff makes the stay at Turneffe more than just another trip.
Please don't hesitate to call with any questions regarding this outstanding salt-water flyrodding destination.
Species of Fish: Bonefish, Permit, Tarpon, Snook, Jack Crevalle, and Barracuda.
Lodging: Guestrooms include central air conditioning, large private baths, tile floors and vaulted ceilings with ceiling fans. Furnishings include a queen-sized bed and an extra long single bed, plus tables suitable for fly tying. A covered verandah over- looks a bonefish flat and is perfect for relaxing, gazing at the ocean and watching some amazing sunrises.
Travel Arrangements: You will fly into Belize City and be transferred by boat to the lodge.
Length of Stay: This will vary, depending on which of the wonderful packages you have chosen. Arrival and departure days are: (Saturdays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays).
Season: Year 'round.
Occupancy: Turneffe Flats Lodge can host a maximum of 12 guests.
Rates: Based on double occupancy.
Inclusions: The rate includes: The number of nights lodging and days fishing specified in your package, round trip land and air transfers between Belize City and El Pescador, 7% hotel tax, sales tax where applicable, 3 meals per day, local Belizean beverages (including soda, beer and rum), complimentary use of all amentities (pools, internet, bikes, etc.) and a welcome drink.
Non-Inclusions: The rate does not include: Airfare to and from Belize, Fishing Tackle, liquor, gratuities to guides and staff, Belize Departure Tax & Airport Security Fees - approximately US $21.50 per person.
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 in front of the lodge - photo courtesy of Turneffe Flats Lodge


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