This week brought challenging conditions with persistent east-northeast winds at 15–20 knots and plenty of rain. Despite the tough weather, our skilled guides put anglers on fish, leading to some solid catches. Plenty of Bonefish were landed, and while a few Tarpon were jumped, only one made it to the boat.
Anglers had better luck with Permit, landing several while also losing a few in the fight. In addition, some impressive Jack Crevalle, Barracuda, and Snapper were brought to hand.
Weather
We had very windy days and a lot of rain during the week. with wind going 10 to 20 kts direction was east northeast’s sea state was choppy/moderate.
Wind: 10 to 20 kts East Northeast
Moon Phase: First quarter 5th February, third quarter 20 February.
Sunrise / Sunset: 6:24am Sunset: 5:48pm
What Guests Were Catching
Bonefish: Good action on Bones with 40 Bones were landed for the week, most were in the 2-4 pound range.
Permit: Anglers landed 2 Permit for the week.
Tarpon: Anglers landed 1 Tarpon for the week.
Other Species: Rounding out the week anglers landed some Jacks, Snapper, as well as big Barracuda.
Grand Slams: No slams this week.
Flies That Worked
Bonefish: Christmas Island Specials 4 & 6 are always the ticket.
Permit: Christmas Island Specials, Squimps, Crazy Charlies, and Grand Slam Crabs
Tarpon: Tarpon Toads, Black Deaths, Tarpon Bunnies, and Deceivers
Contact Us
If you would like to learn more about the stunning El Pescador Lodge, make sure you take a look at our tour page for all dates, pricing and availability. If you have any questions regarding any of our other saltwater fly fishing destinations, contact Peter Collingsworth on 01603 407596 or via email at peter@sportquestholidays.com.
