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Frequently Asked Questions

Pricing Information

Lodging

  • Cost: $250 per person per night

Charter Costs

  • Fishing Charter: $2,500 per day for up to four guests.
  • Adventure Day (non-fishing): $1,250 per day. Activities include island exploration, surfing, snorkeling, and free diving.

Transportation

Transportation costs are not included in the pricing. Options are as follows:

  • Private Flight: $1,860 each way. Reach Isla Coiba in just over an hour to start fishing right away.
  • Commercial Flight: Fly to David $120 pp, then take a $400 3.5-hour passenger van trip to the coastal village of Pixvae, followed by a $200, 15-mile taxi boat ride to the lodge in Bahia Honda.
  • Drive: Rent a car in Albrook Airport, Canal Zone, drive over the canal, four hours west to Santiago, one hour southwest to Sona, then one hour south to Pixvae. Followed by 15-mile taxi boat ride to the lodge

Travel Arrangements

We are happy to assist you in making travel arrangements with our providers, or you can opt for a full-service package that includes everything.

Best Time to Fish

When is the best time to fish?

  1. Anytime you can; near the equator, fishing is good every month.
  2. During the waxing gibbous moon especially, the days leading up to the full moon.
  3. When black skipjack form shoals on the marlin grounds, typically from December through April.
  4. Before it’s too late; time flies!
  5. After it has been raining, particularly from August through November.
  6. During slack tide for deep dropping.
  7. At high tide for fishing shorelines.
  8. In the morning for Wahoo and Blue Marlin.
  9. At midday for Black Marlin.
  10. In the afternoon for Roosterfish.
  11. In the evening for Cubera and Sharks.

Location and Travel

Where are we?

Is flying the only way to reach the lodge?
You can also go overland from David, which takes 3.5 hours to the coastal village of Pixvae, followed by a 14-mile taxi boat ride to Bahia Honda. Or rent a car and drive to to Santiago only two hours from Pixvae. 

Accessibility at Our Lodge

Our fishing lodge is wheelchair-friendly, featuring a ground-level guest room next to the dining area, overlooking the dock. With assistance, it’s a short roll to the boat.

Onboard, we have a large fighting chair designed for accessibility, allowing guests with disabilities to safely angle for big fish. We strive to ensure that everyone can enjoy the thrill of fishing in our beautiful waters.

Group Size and Accommodations

What is your ideal group size?
We accommodate groups of one to four.
If you are a single angler, you can catch more fish! We often create groups of singles and doubles. Feel free to ask to be put on the hot list for a call.

Can you handle a larger group?
Yes, we can accommodate up to 8 or even 10 guests. Please call for details.

Comfort and Environment

Are there bugs?
There are no biting bugs or flies here.

Is it too hot during the summer months?
Days in June, July, and August are typically overcast and cooler. The hottest months are during the winter, with clear and sunny skies. Ocean breezes help a lot. It’s always hot, but summer days are generally more comfortable. There are many whales in the area during the summer months, and fish tend to bite better on rainy days. Summer is also when you can get close access to big Wahoo.