Big Charlie's Bonefish Lodge

LOCATION
Behring Point - Andros Island, Bahamas

GENERAL INFORMATION
Andros Island’s Charlie Neymour is one of the finest, most in-demand guides in all of the Bahamas. After years of working for other operations and many more spent guiding as an independent, he has finally opened an operation of his own near his home town of Behring Point. For saltwater guides, Charlie and his handpicked guide staff are as good as it gets. For serious anglers visiting Andros, we can tell you these guides are hard working and knowledgeable. Charlie is one of the finest bonefish guides in the Bahamas, specializing not only in trophy bones, but in fishing for tarpon as well. The staff of guides work as a team to provide customized excursions.

THE FISHING
Andros Island, located approximately 150 miles east of the Florida Keys, is one of the top bonefish destinations in the world. Big Charlie’s Lodge is located in the middle of an area filled with flats, creeks, cays, cuts, and mangroves – some of the best bonefish habitat in the world. Whether you’re a first time saltwater flats fisherman or a seasoned angler looking for a trophy bonefish, Andros Island should strongly be considered. For first-time saltwater fishermen or intermediate anglers looking to improve, Andros offers huge numbers of bonefish that will readily take a fly. Anglers new to fishing for bones can be taken to areas of the island where they can tune their skills on large numbers of small to medium-sized fish. Andros may also be the best island in the Bahamas – if not the best in the world – for seeking BIG bonefish! If you are looking for big fish, then Andros is your place and Charlie's lodge is your spot.
One of the main draws for anglers visiting Andros is the uninhabited “West Side” of the island. A good portion of unexplored territory still remains on the west side, and the fish are rarely pressured. This equates to a large population of fish, many of which reach world-class size. This side of the island is acknowledged as one of the premier “trophy bonefish” areas in the world, and is also one of the top destinations in the Bahamas for tarpon. Charlie and his guides are tarpon fanatics, and arguably the best guides in the Bahamas for those anglers interested in pursuing the Silver King. A boat ride from Big Charlie’s Lodge to the west side will average one hour to one hour and twenty minutes.

ACCOMMODATIONS
Charlie’s lodge, the recently renovated Nottage’s Cottages property, is located on Andros’ Northern Bight at the very end of the road, known affectionately by the locals as the "Bitter End." The lodge can accommodate up to 16 guests at a time, and each room is equipped comfortable double beds, air conditioning, ceiling fans, refrigerator, and a private bathroom. The bar has a TV. Five of the lodge’s rooms face the water and offer a panoramic view of the North Bight. The lodge’s dining room sits adjacent to a large patio area, and both offer panoramic waterfront views of the Bight. Enjoy post fishing cocktails and fresh conch fritters on the deck, while watching your buddy stalk bones on the home flat. Actually, there is a productive flat in front of the lodge that is best fished during lower tides. The menu is a combination of classic Bahamian dishes and various international cuisine, all prepared by Charlie’s co-host at the lodge, Fatiha Lamghari.

LENGTH OF STAY
Hosted trip will be 5 nights and 4 days. We will travel on Friday, fish Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday and returning on Wedensday

SEASON
Year-round. Febuary through July is peak season for fishing in Andros, when the weather and water temperatures are ideal.

PRIMARY SPECIES
Bonefish, tarpon, permit, barracuda, jacks, grouper, mutton snapper, dorado.

BOATS AND EQUIPMENT OFFERED
Anglers fish from Maverick and Dolphin skiffs, complete with poling platforms, 90 HP Yamaha outboards, long-range VHS radios, and spacious casting decks.

HOW TO GET THERE
For specific details about traveling to Andros Town, you will receive a trip update from our office. Anglers leaving from Jacksonville, Floida as a group and anglers from other cities will arrive in Andros Town and be met by a lodge representative for the trip to the lodge

NON-ANGLING ACTIVITIES
Aside from fishing, visitors to Big Charlie’s and to Andros can enjoy hunting, camping, exploring, historical sight-seeing, diving in the area’s blue holes, snorkeling, free-diving the barrier reef, bird watching, hiking, island tours, and visiting local towns and villages. There are no real activities for non-anglers.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
As of 2006, all U.S. citizens are required to have a valid passport that does not expire within 6 months of trips dates. Please be sure that your passport has at least two blank, unstamped pages remaining in back, and that it is not torn, delaminated, or damaged in any way.

RATES
5 Nights / 4 Day Package (Per Person)
$1,850 per person double occupancy
* Remember that our services are completely free! When you book a trip with Black Fly Outfitter, you never pay more than when you book directly with the lodge.

WHAT’S INCLUDED
All accommodations and meals at lodge, daily guided fishing, daily lunch and bottled water, and a welcome drink.

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
Airfare from home town to Andros Town, overweight baggage charges, alcoholic beverages and bar tab, soft drinks, gratuities for guides and staff, airport departure taxes, taxi from Andros Town Airport to Lodge and Bahamian Tourism Tax.

DEPOSIT INFORMATION
A 50% deposit (per angler) of the total package cost for each trip is due within 10 days of booking to secure the reservation. Guides and dates cannot be held or reserved without a deposit. Black Fly Outfitter reserves the right to charge a handling fee of $100 per person for date changes after the initial reservation has been made. Full payment is due 90 days prior to departure.

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS
Black Fly Outfitter can assist with the travel arrangements for all destinations that we offer! Contact Us for details on airfare, itineraries, and details.