The Los Roques National Park is a string of islands in the Caribbean, set about 80 miles off the north coast of Venezuela, conveniently located for anglers traveling from the US. Los Roques is an unspoiled atoll, characterized by its extremely clear waters, magnificent coral beds, diverse and varied flats, sandy beaches and hundreds of smaller mangrove cays –all with incredible natural beauty. Los Roques was declared a National Park in the mid-70’s. and then in the mid 90’s, even more environmentally conscious regulations were enacted to protect the overall environment of the entire Archipelago.

Some flats are coral, some are soft marl covered with turtle grass and sea weed, however most flats are firm, clean white, or golden in color, and easy to navigate. You will also be fishing extensive sand flats and beach flats, channels, cuts, coral shallows, mangroves, and massive muds created by hundreds of fish schooled up and feeding. In sum, Los Roques represents a bonefisherman’s wading paradise. Los Roques continues to be one of the best kept secrets in saltwater fly fishing.

Thanks to its location (only 12 degrees north of the equator), Los Roques air and water temperatures vary little. The climate is dry and it rarely rains. The area is relatively unaffected by cold fronts and hurricanes. These factors make Los Roques one of the most consistent bonefishing locations in the world.

Chris Yrazabal, the owner of Sight Cast, has over 12 years of experience guiding the Los Roques region. Sight Cast began operations in 2002 and has built a solid team of local guides with years of experience. Most of the guides have basic knowledge of English, especially fishing terms and are imporving each season. They all understand the importance of positioning anglers on a flat, so that the wind is at the anglers advantage when casting to fish.

The Sight Cast team has extensive knowledge of each of the approximate 300 flats and different fishing areas at Los Roques. Each flat is unique and slightly different in depth and composition from the other. The differences can be subtle, but because of Chris's many years of guiding in the region , he is able to pass this experience on to his crew.

The Program

Upon arrival at Caracas airport, a representative of Sight Cast will be waiting for you after immigration and luggage pick up. Anglers are usually transferred in an air-conditioned van from the International Airport to the hotel, and vice versa. Travel time is approximately 10 minutes. Anglers may also choose to stay at a hotel in Caracas, which is a 45-minute trip from the airport. For transfers from Caracas to Los Roques, Sight Cast uses the service of Aerotuy (Linea Turistica Aerotuy LTA). It’s a 35-minute flight on a DASH 7 that departs early morning. The flight back to Caracas from Los Roques is at 5:30 p.m. Anglers may request and use a charter flight on a Cessna 406 Turbo or on other planes owned by LTA if they wish.

Once at Los Roques, the typical day begins at 7:30 a.m. After a hearty breakfast, you walk only few feet from your beachfront room to load your gear into the boat. there is a guide and a boatman assigned to each pair of anglers to ensure that only two anglers will be on a certain flat at a time. Generally, anglers will share the guide for equal periods of time as they alternate flats. Fishing hours may vary depending on conditions but it is a full 8-hour fishing experience each day.

After a full day of fishing, anglers return to Acuarela Lodge at around 4:30 pm where the staff will be waiting to assist them in unloading their equipment. Acuarela is a deluxe beachfront lodge on El Gran Roque with comfortable air conditioned rooms and an ample lounge area. Each room has a private bathroom with hot water. Meals at the lodge are prepared especially for anglers, and the service is top quality - the cuisine at Acuarela is considered the finest in Gran Roque.

Other Activties

Sight Cast also provides offshore fishing at Los Roques on a brand new 26 ft. center console boat with 2 brand new 200 hp Yamaha engine.

Even though activities other than fishing are somewhat limited at Los Roques, anglers or their companion will enjoy the beautiful solitary beaches of crystal clear waters and white sand with fascinating birding, and beautiful flora and fauna. It is an excellent place to relax and rest, revive and revitalize yourself. Los Roques is famous for its superb scuba diving, snorkeling, windsurfing, kite surfing and sea kayaking opportunities. You may also visit the sea-turtle research center. All of these activities can be arranged at the request of guests.

For more information on how to arrange your fishing trip of a lifetime,
call John Eustice toll free at (800) 288-0886 or 503-297-2468 or .

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