Turneffe Flats has long been recognized as a premier saltwater flyfishing, scuba diving and marine ecotourism destination. Located on Belize’s Turneffe Atoll, the largest and most biologically diverse atoll in the Caribbean, we specialize in superior service for a limited number of guests.
Imagine awakening in your air-conditioned beachfront cabin with an incredible tropical seascape of white sand beach, tranquil bonefish flats, lush mangroves and the surf breaking over the reef for miles in either direction. Each morning you can watch a spectacular sunrise from your verandah and when night falls, the stars look close enough to touch.
We are ideally located to enjoy all of Turneffe’s 250 square miles of expansive flats, healthy coral reef and remarkably rich marine habitat.
Saltwater Flyfishing
For years Turneffe Flats has been known as a premier saltwater flyfishing destination. The diversity of our flats fishing sets us apart from other destinations and the opportunity to catch bonefish, permit and tarpon on a given day makes Turneffe Flats one of the rare spots to pursue a ‘Flats Grand Slam’.
Although the spin fishing at Turneffe is exceptional, we are primarily a flyfishing destination. We are privileged to have a large repeat customer base as many individuals and groups from the finest fly shops and outfitters make us their annual saltwater destination.
Bonefishing
Bonefishing is a mainstay of our fishing with miles of crystal clear, wadeable flats. While wading Turneffe’s extensive turtle grass flats, you will sight fish to large schools of bonefish as well as smaller groups and singles. Our bonefishing is good throughout the year.
Permit Fishing
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n recent years, increasing numbers of saltwater anglers have developed a serious interest in the elusive permit. Turneffe Flats is one of a select group of saltwater destinations where you can experience the excitement of tailing permit with a reasonable opportunity to catch one. Our permit fishing is available throughout the year.Tarpon Fishing
Because tarpon are a migratory species, tarpon fishing is quite seasonal. Although some tarpon are around throughout the year, our tarpon season begins in April and continues to mid October. June, July and August are generally the best months for tarpon fishing. Most of our migratory tarpon are in the 70-90 pound range but we see a few 150 pound monsters each year.
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Belize’s best SCUBA Diving
The offshore atolls of Belize are consistently rated amongst the world’s ‘best dive destinations’. With pristine coral reefs, an abundance of marine life and bathtub-warm seas, it’s easy to see why.
Turneffe Flats is ideally located to take advantage of Belize’s best and three dives per day plus a weekly night dive are standard. Our package also includes a day trip to Lighthouse Reef to dive the famous Blue Hole, Half Moon Wall and Long Caye.
Small dive groups are the norm (4 to 8 divers) and our excellent Instructors and Dive Masters emphasize personalized service and flexibility. PADI & SDI training is available on-site and our Open Water Referral and Advanced Diver programs mean you can get certified during your stay.
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