Fishing Reports
Belize Fishing Reports - Ambergris Caye
September 10, 2023
Despite light fishing during Carnivale celebrations, El Pescador guests made the most of amberjack and permit spottings around Ambergris Caye. A major highlight was Christine's epic Grand Slam catch demonstrating her skills honed across repeat visits.
September 3, 2023
It was a banner week for fishing at El Pescador Lodge with anglers like Dan and Sandy catching their first permit ever, Bob completing his Grand Slam dream, and Orvis guide Forrest returning to host an exciting trip. The great weather and cooperative fish made for an epic fishing report with too many highlights to mention! Plenty more details in the full report.
August 27, 2023
Despite fewer boats out due to Hurricane Idalia, some anglers had fantastic fishing this week in Ambergris Caye, Belize, including Bob landing tarpon over 100 pounds and Nate achieving the coveted Grand Slam of bonefish, permit, and tarpon. The incoming weather looks promising for more great flats fishing in the days ahead.
August 20, 2023
Despite lighter guest numbers this week, those who visited enjoyed excellent fishing. A weather system brought rain and westerly winds, but fortunately moved on quickly. The calm, overcast days allowed anglers to sight cast to tarpon up to 100 lbs. When the sun emerged, the permit fishing turned on and was excellent, with several nice fish landed. Snook fishing also benefited from the west wind. Overall, we had 3 grand slams this week - congratulations to Katie, Marc and Brent! Even with some unsettled weather, skilled anglers made the most of the opportunities.
August 13, 2023
The Orvis Grand Slam School was in town with anglers eager to fish and learn. Many "firsts" were recorded, and memories made. Our good friend, Dan Davala, was host and instructor for the group. Dan has been heading up the saltwater trips for Orvis Travel for a long time, and it's always great to see him at El Pescador.We had a couple more slams this week! Mark and Chris both had Grand Slams on the fly.
August 6, 2023
With five Grand Slams and plenty of nice Bonefish, Tarpon, and Permit landed plus the great weather we had we would sum it up as just fantastic.
July 30, 2023
Large tarpon were caught early in the week, while the permit fishing was excellent due to the sun. Although bonefish were not the main focus, there were plenty of big bonefish tailing in the lagoons, providing excellent fishing opportunities. Some snook were also caught in the lagoons, flats, and nearby docks. The standout of the week, however, was the number of slams achieved by the fishermen. Phil R had a spin slam, John F had a Grand Slam, and even got another one later in the week. Gary and Brent both got Grand Slams on the same day, along with some extra permit catches. Overall, it was a special week for the Grand Slams.
