Turneffe Flats

For more than three decades, Turneffe Flats has been known as one of the world's finest saltwater destinations.  The entire experience at Turneffe Flats will be one you’ll remember for decades to come.  A vastly deserve fishery with the unparalleled opportunity to catch permit everyday of the year.  With an amazing Home Flat, loaded with bonefish, just a few feet from your room, Turneffe Flats is strategically located closer to the best permit flats on the atoll - A short 10 minute boat ride will find you in the heart of the permit schools of the atoll’s Central Lagoon. The depth and quality of the guide staff elevates Turneffe Flats above any other operation in Belize.  When you group the guides with the quality of the permit fishing, the comfort of the accommodations, and ability to for non-angling activities, you get the most unique fishing resort in Belize.

remote permit fishing

Turneffe Flats is located 30 miles off shore on Belize on the northern end of Turneffe Atoll.  An hour and half boat ride from the mainland, guest travel via Turneffe Flats custom dive boat Ms. Ellie across the Meso-American Reef, through 2000+ feet deep of open ocean, onto Turneffe Atoll, and finally across the Central Lagoon.  Once at the resort you'll be struck by the level of sophistication, comfort, and hospitality.  The best part, is not having to share the best permit fishing flats in Belize.

Each day you'll meet your guide shortly after breakfast and make short boat rides to the nearby permit flats.  Turneffe Flats lodge is the closest accommodations to fabled Central Lagoon permit schools.  It is so close, that you may choose to have lunch in the comfort of the air conditioned lodge.  

Occasionally, your guide will choose to fish the western side of the atoll or make the journey to the southern flats.  On these days you can expect to have the flats completely to yourself, which will make the 45+ minute boat ride worth while.

 
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inclusive packages

All packages at Turneffe Flats include transport to the resort from Belize City, lodging, meals, and activities booked.  The lodge has a well stocked bar and fly shop with items available for purchase. Communication via telephone and internet is available.  A welcoming infinity pool is an enjoyable way to share the days success stories.  

Each evening, appetizers and socializing begins at 6 pm, with dinner following shortly after.  

You can also choose to enjoy a massage from the private comfort of your room.

non-angling activities

There are few locations that can truly boast the same great non-angling experiences.  Non-angling activities include snorkeling, scuba diving, bird watching, manatee, dolphins, and crocodile tours, cooking classes, and more.  

If you scuba diving and fly fishing, Turneffe Flats combo package is perfect for you.  You can diving in the morning and fish in the afternoon.  

Each week the dive boat makes a trip to World Heritage site, the Blue Hole.  Few places offer such great non-angling opportunities.

 

book your next trip to turneffe flats

Contact The Permit People today for more details about fishing packages at Turneffe Flats.  We'll help you pick the best times to fish here and recommend the right gear for a productive fishing vacation at Turneffe Flats.  We have spent more time at this location than any other location we recommend.  We'll ensure you are in the boat with the top guides who will work hard for you to help you accomplish your permit fishing dreams.

For more information please contact us now.