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Tarpon!  Permit!  Bonefish!  Snook!  If your interest lies in one of these fish, or in all 4;  then Belize River Lodge is the place for you!

Belize River Lodge is the one of the most respected fishing lodges in Belize and is considered a first class fishing destination in Central America and the Caribbean.  The Lodge rests peacefully on the banks of the Belize Olde River amidst a lush tropical setting.  Balmy breezes, rich with bird singing, drift among the private cottages.  While at the Lodge, relax and enjoy Belizean hospitality and fine Belizean-Creole-American cuisine.

The Lodge is conveniently located only 10 minutes from the Belize International Airport and approximately four miles from the mouth of the river and the Caribbean Sea and yet it is close to a diverse fishing ground to offer the enthusiastic angler.   Within a week of fishing, pole across many nearby flats looking for Permit and Bonefish, scout the mangroves and channels for Tarpon and Snook, visit a few of the rivers and lagoons where baby Tarpon and Snook abound, or fish the Barrier Reef for Jacks and Barracuda. 

For those who want to fish when the fishing is hot and nap when the weather is hot, try one of the Belize River Lodge fishing cruises.  You can fish Belize and stay in luxury aboard the M.V. Cristina, a 58' Hatteras, or for a great deal, you can board the M.V. Blue Yonder, a 52' Chris Craft.   Both live-aboards are manned by the captain/guide, mate/guide and chef, and are outfitted with a private, fresh water shower, air conditioned, private sleeping quarters and galley.  This is a truly versatile way to fish a wide area.

While fishing from the Belize River Lodge, a variety of wildlife can be encountered: howler monkeys, iguanas, turtles, parrots, various birds, and an occasional crocodile can be seen.  The Belize Barrier Reef is a short skiff run from most of the Flats, so you can always take a break, snorkel, and cool off.  While snorkeling, catch a glimpse of the many reef fish, and sometimes a spiny lobster or even a manatee.  Because the lodge is located on the mainland, Belize River Lodge offers daily eco-tours to Maya sites, birding tours and jungle hikes.

THE FISHING:  Fishing is from 23' fiberglass Panga skiffs, usually two anglers to a skiff with an experienced professional guide. The flats, cayes, reef, mangrove channels, Belize River, Sibun River, Manatee River, Black Creek, and several other creeks and lagoons in between are the areas fished from the Lodge in a normal five day fishing package. Tell your guide what your desires for the day are, and he will try to fulfill your every request. All of the Lodge guides are local Belizeans, who know the waters; and are friendly, talented, hard working, patient, and very capable of instructing.

Below are generalities that are found at Belize River Lodge.  The sizes listed are most common, however, smaller and bigger fish can always be seen and sometimes caught.  The months listed are when these fish are most commonly seen or fished for.  Fishing is on the Flats when the weather allows and the rivers the rest of the time.  The best time for a fishing trip is when you make the time to go fishing!

G = Good          E = Excellent

Species

Size (lbs)
Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr
May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Bonefish

3 to 5

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

Tarpon (sm)

6 to 25

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

Tarpon  (med)

 20 to 60

G

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

G

G

G

Tarpon (resident - lg)

60 to 150+

G

G

E

E

E

E

E

G

G

G

G

G

Tarpon (migrating-lg)

60 to 150+

G

G

G

E

E

E

E

E

G

G

G

G

Permit

6 to 25

G

G

G

G

E

E

E

E

G

E

E

G

Snook

8 to 15

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

Barracuda

12 to 40

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

Jack Crevalle

15 to 40

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

Cubera Snapper

20 to 50

G

G

E

E

E

E

G

G

G

G

G

G

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Rate Information

All rates are based on double occupancy and valid through November 30, 2005.

Length of Stay Rate
1/2 Day Fishing (arrival & departure days only) US$196
4 Nights/ 3 days US$1,783
6 Nights/ 5 Days US$2,480
7 Nights/ 6 days US$2,950
M.V. Christina or M.V. Blue Yonder Please call

ACCOMMODATIONS AND CAPACITY: The Belize River Lodge rests quietly on the lush, green banks of the Belize Olde River. This beautiful mahogany lodge is situated amidst a lush tropical setting. Balmy breezes rich with bird song drift among the private cottages. 16 people max.

INCLUSIONS: See General Information below

EXCLUSIONS: See General Information below

General Information

SEASON: All year.

HOW TO GET THERE: Belize City (BZE) is served by five major airlines, American Airlines, Continental, Delta, US Airways and TACA.  All airlines fly into the Belize International Airport. US Airways flies from Charlotte, NC.  American Airlines offers direct services from Miami and Dallas, Delta flies from Atlanta, Continental flies out of Houston and TACA offers flights from Houston and a red eye flight out of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

Travel Adventures will be happy to assist with all of your travel arrangements to any of our destinations, including air, extended stays, sightseeing tours, other "stops in route", shuttles, airport transfers, rental cars, etc.

RATES INCLUDE: Round trip airport transfers in Belize, meeting and checkout services, accommodations, air conditioning, all meals - including a box lunch, soda and drinking water, guided fishing, skiff and fuel, Hotel Taxes & Sales Tax.  All rates are based on double occupancy.

RATES DO NOT INCLUDE: Airfare to and from Belize, fishing equipment and tackle, rental equipment, liquor or bar tab, tips to guides and staff, gift shop purchases, Belize Departure Tax & Airport Security Fees (approximately US$35).

For single supplement, add 25% to cost of package.
For non fishing, less 25% of cost of package.
For children 12 years or under, less 50% of cost of package.

HOLIDAY SURCHARGES: Add 15% to package chosen, when the trip commences or terminates on or during the following dates:
December 24, 2004 to December 27, 2004
January 1, 2005 to January 3, 2005
March 25, 2005 to March 28, 2005

RESERVATIONS AND DEPOSITS: Because of our growing popularity, we suggest that you book your trip in advance (90 to 120 days). A per person deposit is required: 50% of package price, to be paid within 21 days after reservation has been made, in order to secure reservation.

CANCELLATIONS: Deposits are refundable only if written cancellation is received at the Lodge 120 days prior to guests’ arrival. Less than 120 days, deposits will be refunded only if a replacement can be found. Cancellations must be in writing to the Lodge. Please note there is a US$100.00 per person processing fee on all cancellations.

FINAL PAYMENT: Final Payment: Due at the Lodge, 90 days prior to guests’ arrival at the Lodge.

LATE RESERVATION: In cases where a booking is made and the time is less than 60 days, customers can pay the balance on arrival in cash, Traveler's Checks, personal checks, or the agent should collect full payment and remit Lodge payment as soon as possible.

LOCATION: On the Belize Olde River, Belize City, Belize

OWNER: Mike Heusner and Marguerite Miles

For more information call us toll free at 1-888-838-5020 or email adventures@travela.com.

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