Fly Fishing Blogs | Xcalak on the Fly

One of the things that makes fishing in Xcalak, Mexico so unique is the sheer variety of water you can fish in a single day. Many flats destinations are known for just one type of habitat. Some have endless turtle grass flats while others are dominated by mangrove shorelines. Xcalak is different. Here, the fishery…

In the world of saltwater fly fishing, there are places that get talked about constantly, and then there are places that quietly build a reputation over time. Xcalak, Mexico is one of those places. Tucked along the southern end of Mexico’s Caribbean coast, just a few miles north of the Belize border, Xcalak still feels…

Why is permit considered the hardest fish to catch on the flats? There are easier fish to chase. There are fish that will eat almost anything on the right day. But then there are fish like the permit, the true test of saltwater fly fishing, especially on the clear Caribbean flats of Xcalak, Mexico. One…

What can non-anglers do while visiting Xcalak On The Fly? Most people come down here with fishing on their minds and a rod in hand. They come for the soft Caribbean light that turns the flats silver at sunrise, for the gentle push of a skiff over shallow water, and for the thrill of spotting…

Every good fishing trip has a basecamp – the place you come back to tired, sunburned, and where some of the real memories are made. That’s especially true when you’re on a skiff or wading the flats for most of the day. You need a spot to relax and recharge. That’s where Xcalak On The…