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A WorldCast Anglers destination travel offering: La Pescadora, located just south of the small fishing village of Punta Allen on the Yucatan Peninsula, is one of the best fishing focused lodges in the Caribbean and not to mention one of the best values in destination travel fly fishing. With direct access to the famed fisheries of Ascension Bay and the surrounding lagoons, La Pescadora offers guided fishing on some of the best saltwater sportfish habitat in the world.
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La Pescadora - MexicoOct 22nd-29th - Nov 5th-11th - Nov 12th-19th
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La Pescadora Travel Information and
Outfitting Program
Please print a copy of this document to bring with you on your trip. The information will
be very helpful if there are any issues.
Travel Planning
Please carefully read the following information well in advance of your departure. It will
help answer most questions concerning your travel to and from La Pescadora in Punta
Allen.
Flight Scheduling
All guests should book flights to Cancun, Mexico. From there, La Pescadora will provide
a shuttle for up to eight guests to the lodge in Punta Allen for an additional $500.00
USD roundtrip. There are two shuttle options from Cancun to the lodge depending on
the timing of flights. If guests arrive in Cancun before 1:00 PM, they can take a three
hour shuttle to a boat in Cesiak, just south of Tulum. The boat ride to the lodge is 40
minutes from there. If guests cannot arrive before 1:00 PM, the shuttle will take them
directly to the lodge in a five to six hour time frame. All airline or private flight itineraries
must be supplied to WorldCast Anglers 30 days in advance of your arrival in Cancun.
Required Documents
You must supply your passport as proof of citizenship to obtain a Mexican Tourist Card
to enter the country. The Tourist Card application is issued at the ticket counter by
airlines that fly into Mexico. Please fill it out in flight and present it along with your proof
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of citizenship to the immigration officials when you arrive in Cancun. For proof of
citizenship you can use ONLY a:
1. Valid Passport from your country of origin (check expiration date). The tourist card
will be checked at your first point of entry. The immigrations official will retain one copy
and give you the other, which you must surrender at the airline ticket counter when you
check in for your return flight. Keep your copy (Tourist Card) in your possession during
your stay in Mexico. No visas or inoculations are required for US citizens. A Mexican
departure tax is payable at the airport when leaving Mexico. Some airlines include this
as a prepaid part of your ticket. Please check with your travel agent or carrier to verify
this.
Traveling with Minors
Children 17 years of age or younger entering Mexico accompanied by only one parent
must have a notarized letter of consent form the other parent stating the child/ children
have his/ her permission to enter the country. Single parents need a notarized
documentation of divorce decree or death certificate of spouse. Minors unaccompanied
by either parent require a notarized letter of consent by both parents.
Baggage
If you arrive in Cancun and cannot find your luggage, you must report it to an airline
representative before you leave the baggage claim area. If you do not, it is likely that
you will not recover your lost items. Listed on the page below is the address and contact
information that you should use when reporting lost luggage.
In Transit Emergencies or Flight Delays
If your flight is cancelled, delayed or you are forced to change flights, please call one of
the numbers listed below to report your new itinerary.
La Pescadora Contact Information
Address (lost luggage): Rancho Pescadora
Domicilio Conocido s/n, Camino al Faro
Punta Allen, Quintana
Email (best way): lily.bertram@gmail.com
Phone (Lily’s house): +52 1984 139 1231
Lodge: No phone as of now, soon to have a SAT phone
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U.S Customs Registration
To certify proof of ownership of cameras, jewelry or any other valuables you should
obtain a U.S. Customs registration certificate from a U.S. Customs office before you
depart the U.S. This certificate can be very useful when reentering the U.S.
Arrival in Cancun
Upon arriving in Cancun airport you will be processed by Immigration. Next, you will
claim your baggage and clear Customs. After customs, proceed to the Arrival Area
outside, where the shuttle driver will meet you with a sign for La Pescadora with your
party name on it. The Arrival Lobby will be busy with tour operators and other arriving
passengers so it can be quite chaotic.
Staying in Cancun
If you would like to spend a night or two in Cancun prior to your arrival at La Pescadora,
you must arrange your own transportation to your hotel when you arrive. There is a
variety of transportation options available at the airport. Please let WorldCast Anglers
know the hotel you are planning to stay at 30 days before you arrive in Cancun. The
shuttle will meet you at your hotel on the day you wish to travel to La Pescadora.
Mexican Fishing License
A mandatory Mexican fishing license can be purchased upon arrival at the lodge with
cash. It is $140.00 Mexican Pesos per person/ per day, or $336.00 Mexican Pesos per
person/ per week, or $450.00 Mexican Pesos per person/ per month, or $600.00
Mexican Pesos per person/ per year.
Daily Routine at La Pescadora
Each morning, the cooks arrive early and set up coffee on the bar by 6:00 AM at the
latest. Breakfast is served at 7:00 AM to head out fishing by 8:00 AM. Guides arrive by
7:00 AM to prep boats and help clients rig up. Lunch is packed in a cooler on the boat.
Fisherman return to the lodge around 4:00 PM but can stay on the water until later if
interested. Appetizers are served at the bar between 6:00 and 7:00 PM. Dinner is
typically served around 7:00 PM but can be earlier or later depending on group or
individual’s preference. The bar is open all afternoon and evening. La Pescadora will
run a bar tab for each guest to pay at the end of the stay with cash or check only.
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The Lodge
Main Lodge
The main lodge is built and decorated with exposed mahogany and cedar with an open
bar and dining area on the ground floor and an additional common space upstairs. On
the front porch, there are two additional seating areas for post fishing drinks and
appetizers.
Bar
The bar is fully stocked with an ice machine and a variety of liquors, wines, sodas,
mixers and ice cold local beers. If any guests would like a particular liquor while staying
at La Pescadora, it is recommended that the bottle be brought down with the guests. A
bar tab will be kept for each guest to be paid at the end of the stay by cash or check
only.
Food
All meals are prepared on site by local chefs with locally sourced ingredients. The
cuisine is a combination of traditional Mayan cuisine with Caribbean and American
influences. The daily breakfast offerings include a choice of fresh fruit, eggs, meats and
pancakes. The specialty of the lodge are the traditional Huevos Rancheros. Each boat’s
cooler is packed every day with sandwiches, fruit, cookies, crackers and cold beverages
for lunch on the water.
* All meals can be altered or changed to accommodate dietary restrictions or requests.
Please inform WorldCast no later than 30 days out of any specific requirements.
Bedrooms
On either side of the main lodge, there are two single level cabins with double
occupancy rooms. Each cabin has a private bathroom, two full sized beds, screened
windows, shelving and storage area for gear, a ceiling fan, reading lamps, air
conditioning units and small deck with a personal hammock.
Air Conditioning
Each bedroom has an AC unit. Although the lodge has 24 hour electricity, the AC only
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runs at night when the generator is run. This time frame is typically 7:00 or 8:00 PM to
6:00 or 7:00 AM each night.
Internet
La Pescadora has wireless internet and 24 hour power so access to the internet is
always available during your stay. There is a laptop that can be used by guests if they
did not bring a phone, laptop or tablet.
Phone
There is no phone at the lodge yet. In case of emergencies, there is access to a phone
at Lily’s (on site manager) home. A fixed, satellite phone is going to be installed soon.
Laundry
Clothing items can be washed at La Pescadora every 24 hours. There is a small charge
per item.
Drinking Water
All drinking water is purified. There is 1.5 liter bottled water in each room, and water in
the kitchen that is bought at the store in 20 liter jugs. All ice is made from purified water
including the ice machine at the bar.
Gratuities
The recommended standard base gratuity is $60.00 USD per boat, per day. If you have
an exceptional day (permit, grand slam or super slam) more is greatly appreciated. As
for house staff La Pescadora recommends $15.00 - $20.00 per client per day to divide
between kitchen, housekeeper, server, rod cleaner. A tip on the bar tab for the
bartender is also greatly appreciated. A 10% gratuity for the airport transfer is
recommended as well.
Equipment
Having the proper equipment can mean everything when fishing the waters around La
Pescadora. This list of recommended tackle will not only make the fishing experience
more comfortable but will also improve each angler’s chances at catching more and
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bigger fish.
Fly Rods
Each angler should ideally have three rods: 7 weight or 8 weight, 9 weight, and 10
weight. The 7 weight and 8 weight are great for bonefish. The 9 weight and 10 weight
are ideal for permit, tarpon and snook. Extra rods are always a good thing as these fish
species are not friendly to equipment, especially rods.
Fly Reels
All reels should be saltwater specific and capable of holding a full fly line as well as 250
yards of 20-30 lbs. backing. Drag systems are absolutely paramount and must be high
quality and smooth. The reel is arguably the most important piece of equipment when
fishing for bonefish, permit, tarpon or snook. These species of fish at La Pescadora will
test the limits of your reel’s drag system.
Fly Lines
Every reel should be outfitted with floating tropical fly lines that match each rod weight
(8,9, and 10). Airflo, Scientific Angler and Orvis have superb selections of saltwater
lines. If possible, carry an extra spool or line just in case the original is damaged.
Leaders
The basic leaders should be 9 feet or longer and tapered. The best and easiest plan is
to buy pre-tied bonefish, permit, snook and tarpon leaders from Scientific Anglers or
Orvis and separate spools of 10 lbs, 12 lbs, 16-20 lbs (permit), 20-60 lbs (jacks and
tarpon) tippet.
Fly Selection
La Pescadora has very limited fly selections so it is very important to bring the right flies
down with you. Please contact WorldCast Anglers or La Pescadora directly to inquire
about flies, suggestions and current conditions. WorldCast Anglers can order any flies
for guests or put together fly selections for all the species and fishing conditions one
might encounter at La Pescadora.
Some of the recommended flies for each species of fish listed below:
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Bonefish Flies:
- Crazy Charlie - sizes 4-6 (medium lead weighted eyes) in white/cream, pink, and light
tan, Qty. 6
- Crazy Charlie - sizes 4-6 (bead chain eyes) in white/ cream, pink, and light tan,
Qty. 6
- Flashy Charlie - sizes 4-6 (both medium lead eyes and bead chain eyes) in pink and
pearl, Qty. 6
- Squimp - sizes 4-6 (both medium yellow eyes and bead chain eyes) in tan, Qty. 6
- Other productive patterns: Gotchas, Puffs, Grass Shrimps, Bonefish Muddlers,
Snapping Shrimps and Baited Breaths
Permit Flies:
- Rag Head Crab - size 2 in tan (preferably with yellow lead eyes), Qty. 4
- Kung Fu Crab - size 2 in tan & tan/ olive, Qty. 2
- McCrab - size 2 in natural, Qty. 2
- Squimp - size 2 in tan (preferably with yellow lead eyes), Qty. 4
- SS Permit Crab - size 2 in tan, Qty. 2
- Avalon Crab - size 2 in tan, Qty. 2
- Becks Fleeing Crab - size 2 and 4 in tan, Qty. 2 of each
Tarpon and Snook Flies:
- Puglisi Peanut Butter - size 2/0 in grey/white and black/purple, Qty. 2 each color
- Tarpon Toad - size 2/0 in chartreuse, black, white and green, Qty. 2 in each color
- Skok’s Mushmouth - size 2/0 in sand/ white, Qty. 2
- Backcountry Sweeper - Size 1/0 in white - Qty. 2
*Please contact WorldCast Anglers by phone at 1-800-654-0676 or 208-787-0082, or by
email at clittauer@worldcastanglers.com to discuss fly selection or place an order.
Flats Fly Fishing Accessories
The following are checklists of items that we recommend you bring to La Pescadora.
Essential:
Polarized Sunglasses with Copper/ Brown Lenses (absolutely essential to spot fish and
protect eyes, bring an extra pair if possible)
Snippers
Hemostats
Dry Bag, Backpack
Sunscreen
Lip Balm
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Insect Repellent
Flashlight, Headlamp
Extra Batteries
Optional
Knot Book
Zap A Gap
Reel Covers
Hook Sharpener
Reel Lubricant
Scales
Tape Measure
Pocket Knife
Nail Knot Tool
Leader Material
Fly Line Dressing
Needle Nose Pliers
Medical Tape (casting blisters on fingers)
Lumbar Support Fishing Belt
Required Medications
Reading Materials
Travel First Aid Kit
Camera and accessories
Shirts and Pants for Fishing
There are a multitude of brands that sell clothing specifically for fishing. Some of the
best brands are Simms, Patagonia, Orvis, Columbia, and Ex-Officio. The key aspects of
tropical fishing clothing are lightweight, breathable, quick dry and full coverage for sun
and bug protection. Shorts are very comfortable but if sun and bugs are a personal
issue, look into quick dry wading pants.
Feet Gear
Flats wading shoes are highly recommended. They have a rigid sole that help protect
your feet from any coral or shells. Simms and Orvis both carry models.
Sun Protection
Wide brimmed hats or a hats with front and rear brims and a dark under bill are very
helpful when sighting fish.
Buffs (manufactured by Buff, Simms and Patagonia) are great for protecting the face
and neck from sun and wind.
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Sun gloves are also a great idea for those who want to limit all exposure. Simms, Dr.
Shade and Buff all manufacture good models.
Non Fishing Related Gear
Shirts and Pants for the Lodge
La Pescadora is located on a beach in the tropics of the Caribbean. This climate is
warm and humid but there is usually a light breeze. We recommend lightweight, cotton
clothing in lighter colors. In the morning and day, dress for the day of fishing. In the
evening, dress is casual around the lodge.
Pants/ Shorts - at least 2 pairs in lightweight fabric
Long Sleeved Shirts - light color/ fabric
Short Sleeved Shirts/ Tops - polos, button downs, T-shirts for men, lightweight cotton
knit for women
Cotton Dresses - lightweight cotton dresses or shorts are perfect for women
For Ladies - athletic brassiere for boat rides on choppy water
Cotton Sweater, Sweatshirts or Jacket for cool mornings evenings (December - April)
Shoes - bring at least one pair of rubber soled or non-slip boat shoes. Tennis shoes or
sandals are perfect for evening and mornings around the lodge
Swim Suits - great for swimming or hanging out on beach and around lodge
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