Fly Fishing Blogs | Xcalak on the Fly

Some places just have a rhythm to them, and the waters surrounding Xcalak, Mexico, are no different. It’s the hush of the wind across the mangroves, the push of the tide over white sand, and the whisper of a guide calling out from the poling platform, “Permit. Ten o’clock. Coming in hot.” In that moment,…

You’ve booked your trip to Xcalak or are planning to. So now you’re trying to figure out what you can get ready for. First, get into the mindset that fishing here will be different from the streams of the Rockies or the marshes of the East Coast.  One of the things that makes Xcalak such…

You’re standing ankle-deep in warm Caribbean water, the sun rising behind you like a fireball over the mangroves. The sky is cloudless, and the flats are glass-calm. You scan the turquoise shallows, your guide pointing just ahead, “Permit, eleven o’clock, thirty feet.” You squint, trying to pick out the fish through the glare, but all…

Saltwater fly fishing in a place like Xcalak is an unforgettable experience, so you’re going to want to make the most of that experience. One thing that can ruin the experience is missing shots at bonefish, permit, or tarpon; the culprit is often one thing: your cast. Even experienced freshwater anglers find the flats challenging.…

When anglers think of fly fishing in Xcalak, they often envision the iconic saltwater flats, the thrill of stalking tailing permit, and the crystal-clear Caribbean waters. However, nestled quietly behind the coastal village lies one of Xcalak’s most unique and underappreciated gems: the inland lagoons. These serene, remote waterways offer a fly fishing experience that…