Imagine standing on the bow of a skiff, scanning shallow mangrove waters for a cruising tarpon before making the cast. That is Campeche. This is one of the Yucatans most exciting and consistent baby tarpon fisheries, offering anglers an incredible opportunity to sight-fish for tarpon in a vast network of shallow lagoons, flats, creeks, and mangrove channels. Most fish average 5–15 pounds, while tarpon exceeding 20 pounds are considered exceptional and are regularly encountered during the spring and summer months. The fishing grounds stretch for more than 120 kilometers along the coast north of Campeche toward Isla Arena, providing an enormous and diverse playground for anglers.
This is visual, hands-on fly fishing, with experienced local guides constantly searching for cruising, rolling, or feeding tarpon and positioning anglers for the best possible presentation. The guides know these waters extremely well and are passionate about putting their clients on fish. Whether you are an experienced tarpon angler or looking for your first opportunity to chase these powerful fish on a fly, Campeche provides an exciting and highly customizable fishery.
Fishing is conducted from custom-built backcountry skiffs designed with fly anglers in mind, comfortably accommodating two anglers and a guide. Spacious casting decks provide plenty of room for making accurate presentations, while the boats are perfectly suited for navigating the shallow flats, creeks, and mangrove systems. A selection of rods and reels is available, although anglers are encouraged to bring their own equipment. Flies and leaders are also available if needed.
Anglers can stay in comfortable accommodations in historic downtown Campeche, putting you close to restaurants, shops, the waterfront, and the city’s historic attractions. A light breakfast is provided before fishing, while guides supply coolers with non- alcoholic beverages and lunch items for the day. Dinner is not included, allowing guests to experience Campeche’s excellent local dining. Fishing programs are flexible, with guests able to customize the number of fishing days around their schedule.
When you are off the water, Campeche offers a tremendous cultural experience, from its colorful colonial architecture and historic fortifications to museums, galleries, restaurants, and nearby Mayan archaeological sites.
Non-anglers can enjoy sightseeing, cultural excursions, or guided birding. For anglers who want exciting sight-fishing, aggressive baby tarpon, and the adventure of exploring a massive tropical mangrove fishery, Campeche delivers a unique combination of fishing and culture that is hard to beat.
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Our Campeche partner makes planning your trip incredibly simple. Fly into Mérida on one of the many direct flights from the US, and they take it from there. You’ll be met at the airport and transported by private, air-conditioned vehicle directly to Campeche.
Choose the type of accommodations you prefer from two quality hotels or a private home, and we’ll build the package around your needs. Add as many fishing days as you want, and everything can be customized to fit your schedule. Plan for a day off the water and we will make arrangements for s guided Mayan tour.
Campeche also offers excellent dining, a beautiful historic setting, and a reputation as one of Mexico’s safest cities. Tell us what you want, and we’ll put the trip together. It really is that easy.
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