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The quaint and appealing accommodations at Isla del Sabalo. Photo: Dylan Rose
Isla Del Sabalo
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the world. The sheer number of tarpon that sla del Sabalo or “Island of Tarpon” is the most A rustic base from inhabit the turtle grass flats, mangrove-lined remote and exclusive tarpon destination on which to fish the lagoons, creeks, and channels is enormous and Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula. It is truly the world’s Yucatan’s most remote the fish typically range from 5 to 30 pounds. Fly frontier fishery when it comes to fly fishing for tarpon fisheries anglers armed with eight- or nine-weight rods, juvenile tarpon. This small, off-the-beaten-path floating lines, and stout shock tippet will delight in the abundant operation focuses exclusively on the expansive flats, estuaries opportunities to send these tarpon skyward. and creeks surrounding the small commercial fishing village of The accommodations at Isla del Sabalo are simple, comIsla Arena. This incredibly large ecosystem provides access to a fortable, and rustic in nature. Guests stay in one of several thriving baby tarpon nursery which arguably offers some of the oceanfront cabanas that are equipped with air conditioning, hot most prolific tarpon fishing opportunities found anywhere in water, fans, and private bathrooms. Meals consist of traditional Mexican fare and are served in the lodge’s outdoor “palapa.” Furthermore, this operation takes a highly unique approach to its booking calendar by only offering dates during the very best months and tides. Ultimately this means IDS is only available for extremely limited windows from May through September. This policy ensures anglers making the journey to IDS have the very best chance at finding happy tarpon with tides that make them accessible. Rate: $3,965 per person for a 7 night/6 day package PAGE 90
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