Andros Bahamas is laced with thousands of miles of inland waterways and fishing flats. North, Middle and South Bights cut right through the island, east to west, creating a natural access to even more flats on the west side of the island. These provide world-class conditions for fly fishermen in pursuit of bonefish and tarpon. See "Gallery of Property and Area" for fishing pictures
BONE FISHING
The Joulters:
Wide open fishing flats in North Andros.
Approximately 15 minute drive each way
Stafford Creek/London Creek:
Dark bottom creek with good wading ocean flats.
Approximately 30-minute drive each way.
Fresh Creek:
Light bottom creek with good ocean flats.
Approximately 60-minute drive each way (best option for half-day fishing excursions.)
North Bight:
Wide open area with cays, goes straight through island to west side.
Approximately 1.5 hours drive each way.
REEF AND DEEP SEA FISHING
Sure, Andros has great Bonefishing. Great schools of them and thousands of miles of flats in addition to vast amounts of Tarpon Serious fly fishermen come here and try to keep it all to themselves. Andros also has great reef and deep sea fishing, Grouper school in December and January, mutton snapper run in the summer. Dolphin and tuna and more keep spincasters fed.
We can arrange for you to go with a guide who have experience not just in fishing, but in catering to fishermen. They know the waters. Their boats are sound and properly equipped.
For fly fishing we recommend that you bring two 8 or 9 weight rods which are best for catching bonefish.
For spin fishing we recommend you to bring two rods that are light to medium action with 8-10lb line.
The weather is usually warm and sunny on Andros Island. The atmosphere is always relaxed, so wearing casual clothing is most appropriate.
Ideas on what to bring for Bone/Fly Fishing
• long-sleeved shirts
• rods
• long pants and shorts
• reels
• fishing hat
• flies/lures
• wading shoes
• leader/tippet
• rubber-soled shoes
• flyline
• polarized sunglasses
• flyline dressing
• lightweight rain gear
• needlenose pliers
• bandana
• nail knot tool
• chapstick
• hook sharpener
• sunscreen
• clippers
• insect repellent
• waterproof gear bag
• personal items
• flashlight
• camera/film
Best Times of the year to Fish
Andros offers great year-round fishing. October thru mid-July is peak season to book a fishing trip, when weather and water temperatures are ideal.
Late Winter (January and February) –A wide variety of fish can be caught at the beginning of the calendar year. Best months for big bonefish! In addition to bonefish, it is possible to catch mahi, tuna and wahoo. Lots of barracuda on the flats.
Spring (March and April) – Peak bonefish season!!! Great time for tarpon fishing on the west side of the island.
Early Summer (May and June) – Bonefish, tarpon and barracuda are plentiful. Winds are calmer and afternoon rain showers are possible.
Late Summer and Fall (July, August and September) – Morning fishing is best for bonefish. Flats heat up quickly. This may be the perfect time for stalking shark, barracuda, and snapper. Calmest winds, except for the possibility of tropical storms. Tarpon are also available.
Late Fall and Winter (October, November and December) – All bights of Andros are very good at this time for bonefish.
Fishing Prices – What to expect…
The following prices are to be used as a guide only for the type of fees that you can expect to pay for hiring a fishing guide. Pricing is dependant upon the amount of time go out to fish, size of boat, extra’s etc. Please note that all pricing is in U.S. currency (which is on par with the Bahamian dollar).
PRICING: FISHING / HUNTING EXCURSIONS TO SCHEDULE AN OUTING PLEASE CONTACT LESLIE RILEY 1-242-423-2576
FISHING: DEEP SEA / BIG GAME, BONE FISHING, REEF FISHING: $450.00 (call for quotation and details)
BONE FISHING
The Joulters:
Wide open fishing flats in North Andros.
Approximately 15 minute drive each way
Stafford Creek/London Creek:
Dark bottom creek with good wading ocean flats.
Approximately 30-minute drive each way.
Fresh Creek:
Light bottom creek with good ocean flats.
Approximately 60-minute drive each way (best option for half-day fishing excursions.)
North Bight:
Wide open area with cays, goes straight through island to west side.
Approximately 1.5 hours drive each way.
REEF AND DEEP SEA FISHING
Sure, Andros has great Bonefishing. Great schools of them and thousands of miles of flats in addition to vast amounts of Tarpon Serious fly fishermen come here and try to keep it all to themselves. Andros also has great reef and deep sea fishing, Grouper school in December and January, mutton snapper run in the summer. Dolphin and tuna and more keep spincasters fed.
We can arrange for you to go with a guide who have experience not just in fishing, but in catering to fishermen. They know the waters. Their boats are sound and properly equipped.
For fly fishing we recommend that you bring two 8 or 9 weight rods which are best for catching bonefish.
For spin fishing we recommend you to bring two rods that are light to medium action with 8-10lb line.
The weather is usually warm and sunny on Andros Island. The atmosphere is always relaxed, so wearing casual clothing is most appropriate.
Ideas on what to bring for Bone/Fly Fishing
• long-sleeved shirts
• rods
• long pants and shorts
• reels
• fishing hat
• flies/lures
• wading shoes
• leader/tippet
• rubber-soled shoes
• flyline
• polarized sunglasses
• flyline dressing
• lightweight rain gear
• needlenose pliers
• bandana
• nail knot tool
• chapstick
• hook sharpener
• sunscreen
• clippers
• insect repellent
• waterproof gear bag
• personal items
• flashlight
• camera/film
Best Times of the year to Fish
Andros offers great year-round fishing. October thru mid-July is peak season to book a fishing trip, when weather and water temperatures are ideal.
Late Winter (January and February) –A wide variety of fish can be caught at the beginning of the calendar year. Best months for big bonefish! In addition to bonefish, it is possible to catch mahi, tuna and wahoo. Lots of barracuda on the flats.
Spring (March and April) – Peak bonefish season!!! Great time for tarpon fishing on the west side of the island.
Early Summer (May and June) – Bonefish, tarpon and barracuda are plentiful. Winds are calmer and afternoon rain showers are possible.
Late Summer and Fall (July, August and September) – Morning fishing is best for bonefish. Flats heat up quickly. This may be the perfect time for stalking shark, barracuda, and snapper. Calmest winds, except for the possibility of tropical storms. Tarpon are also available.
Late Fall and Winter (October, November and December) – All bights of Andros are very good at this time for bonefish.
Fishing Prices – What to expect…
The following prices are to be used as a guide only for the type of fees that you can expect to pay for hiring a fishing guide. Pricing is dependant upon the amount of time go out to fish, size of boat, extra’s etc. Please note that all pricing is in U.S. currency (which is on par with the Bahamian dollar).
PRICING: FISHING / HUNTING EXCURSIONS TO SCHEDULE AN OUTING PLEASE CONTACT LESLIE RILEY 1-242-423-2576
FISHING: DEEP SEA / BIG GAME, BONE FISHING, REEF FISHING: $450.00 (call for quotation and details)