Before you book
Plan the fishing trip that fits you.
Understand the options, prepare the right details, and know what happens before your date is confirmed.
Choose your experience
Start with the way you want to fish.
Your dates, experience, target species, lodging, and available time help us recommend the most practical option.
Private fly fishing
Full-day or half-day charters for one or two anglers, built around conditions and your experience level.
Explore fly fishingFish with Charlie Sr.
Limited private days centered on observation, conversation, and more than six decades of knowledge.
Learn about Charlie Sr.Tobacco Caye
A stay-and-fish option for anglers who want the water and the next fishing day close at hand.
Explore Tobacco CayeBefore you arrive
A practical fishing checklist.
Bring for the sun
Long sleeves, polarized sunglasses, a hat, reef-safe sun protection, and lightweight rain gear.
Bring for the boat
Non-marking footwear, a small dry bag, medication, and a reusable water bottle if you prefer your own.
Tell us early
Your skill level, target species, dietary needs, lodging, dates, and whether you will bring personal gear.
What happens next
From inquiry to the water.
An inquiry starts the conversation. It does not automatically reserve a guide or date.
Send your details
Tell us who is coming, when, where you are staying, and what you hope to fish for.
We review the fit
We check guide availability and recommend the most practical trip structure.
Confirm the plan
You receive the details needed to confirm your date and prepare for the trip.
Common questions
Plan with fewer surprises.
When is the best time to come?
There is no single perfect month for every angler. Your target species, tolerance for weather, and travel dates all matter. Ask us about the tradeoffs for your preferred window.
How many anglers can fish from one boat?
Our standard fly-fishing setup is one or two anglers with one guide. Larger groups can be arranged across multiple boats with advance planning.
Can you arrange pickup?
We arrange a practical local pickup point based on your lodging and the day’s plan. Dock pickup may be possible for nearby properties.
Does an inquiry guarantee a booking?
No. We first confirm availability, trip details, and any required next steps. Your date is not reserved until confirmation is complete.