Fly Fishing for Permit with the best guides, at the best lodges, during the best times

For the past 16 years I have searched the Caribbean for the top permit fishing flats.  During many fishing adventures to Belize, Mexico, the Bahamas and beyond, I have found what I believe to be the top permit fisheries in the Caribbean.   

To make the list, the fishery must possess the best opportunity to see and catch permit.  There needs to be access to top guides who communicate well, work hard, and want permit just as bad as you do.  Accommodations, dining, and hospitality all are factored in when selecting the location that fits our customers desires.


 
 

Favorite Permit Fishing Destinations

There are many great permit fishing flats from north of Cancun to Honduras to the south.  My favorite flats and guides are located on the Yucatan Peninsula and south into Belize.  Each location shares in common productive permit fishing, talented guides who will teach the finer points of permit fishing, and each destination has great accommodations within striking distance of the prime permit flats.

Each of these three locations are the perfect choice for anglers in search of their first permit and each fishery has a unique characteristic you won't experience anywhere else.

 

Angler with his first permit.

TURNEFFE ATOLL, BELIZE

Remote fly fishing for permit with few other anglers.  A great destination to catch your first permit, your largest permit, or a Grand Slam.  The perfect choice for anglers and non-anglers alike.

Fly Fishing for permit on Turneffe Atoll in Belize
Fly fishing for permit in Xcalak Mexico

XCALAK, MEXICO

The best kept permit fishing secret is at the end of the road in southern Mexico.  Xcalak is our top pick to connect with your first permit and/or your largest permit.

Fly fishing for permit in Xcalak, Mexico
Fishing for permit in Belize

PUNTA GORDA, BELIZE

The permit fishing Capital of the Caribbean, and home to the most famous permit fishing guides.  PG is a great choice for anglers who want to catch their first permit or a giant fish.

Fly fishing for permit in Punta Gorda Belize

Do you have questions about permit fishing?

Custom Permit Fishing Adventures

 

Contained within the thousands of miles of flats on the Yucatan Peninsula are pockets of rich, productive permit habitat. Each fishery has a unique character that makes it perfect for depending on what you want in a fishing trip.

I take the time to learn what you want in a fishing trip and hone in the perfect location. I have personally fished all of the locations I recommend and I have been to all of the lodges.  

I've helped many anglers fulfill their dream of catching their first permit, and want to help you do the same. Your trip will be organized to take advantage of the most productive tides and moon cycles, and you will be fishing in a location that is most conducive for landing your first permit.  

Are you wanting to catch a permit over 25 pounds?  I know where to go with the most likely flats to have the opportunity.  Nearly all the destinations have the potential to produce large permit on any given day.  However, only a few locations consistently see true trophy permit caught on a monthly, weekly, and even daily occurrence.  

Each permit fishery has a unique characteristic you won't see anywhere else.  That's why it is important to be armed with the right flies, the right tackle, and know the what to expect to see for a successful trip.  I enjoy sharing the passion for permit fishing, I'll share the tips I've learned from each location.  I'll confirm that you have everything you need to return home with stories to share and remember for a lifetime.


Let's Discuss the Perfect Permit Fishing Trip.

 

Why The Permit People

 

There is a vast ocean of travel agents, fly shops, adventurers, and guides offering similar services. I believe competition creates better customer service and I will work harder to get and keep your business.  I will be explicit with travel itinerary to make sure you understand every detail of your trip.  Sixteen years of serving anglers, has created a knowledge of what guests expect and how to arrange a trip that meets your needs.

I promise:

You will never pay more than booking directly with the lodge, guide, or outfitter

You will receive up to date information and advice

We will not book you anywhere or with anyone we haven't fished with personally

We will do everything possible to create a productive and safe experience fishing in remote locations and countries