Belize sport fishing

Belize is a fishing paradise with many fishing lodges and fishing resorts concentrating on providing an unforgettable time.  Spinning, flyfishing and trolling can be experienced year round, and the abundance of game fish as well as the numerous locations guarantee excellent sport. 

All along Belize´s coast, numerous fishing opportunities abound, plentiful with such fish as barracuda, snapper and jacks.  Punta Icacos Lagoon in Toledo and Rocky Point of Ambergris Caye, are of particular note.  The estuaries, inlets and mouths to several rivers offer catches of huge tarpon, snook and jacks, while lagoons are known for bonefish, permit and barracuda.  Grouper, snapper, barracuda and jacks thrive in coral reefs, while the deeper waters support sailfish, marlin, pompano and bonito. 

Fishing in Belize also can offer a good opportunity to see local wildlife.  It is not uncommon during a river trip to see monkeys, iguanas and crocodiles as well as beautiful orchids and bromeliads.

There are several fishing lodges that specialize in salt-water fishing, particularly in Ambergris Caye, the Turneffe Islands, Glover's Reef, and South Water Caye.  Fishing can also be done from Belize City, for both river and coastal fishing.  Individual guide services are also available on Ambergris Caye, Placencia and Caye Caulker.