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Fly Fishing Andros, Bahamas
Where the Flats Never End
There are great fishing destinations… and then there is Andros.
Just 125 miles from Florida, this massive island system feels a world away — wild, remote, and built for anglers. Known as the bonefish capital of the world, Andros isn’t just about numbers — it’s about scale, diversity, and opportunity.
Miles of untouched flats, endless mangrove systems, and some of the least pressured water in the Bahamas create one of the most complete fisheries anywhere in the world.

Bonefish — The Main Event
Everything starts with bonefish.
South Andros offers some of the most consistent bonefishing on earth — available year-round, with both numbers and size depending on the season.

  • Average fish: 3–5 lbs

  • Trophy potential: 10+ lbs

  • Habitat: hard sand flats, mangrove edges, tidal creeks

These fish are the definition of technical flats fishing — often called “ghosts” for their ability to appear and disappear in inches of water.
On South Andros, you’re not just catching bonefish —
you’re hunting them.
Permit — The Ultimate Challenge
For anglers looking to test themselves, permit are the pinnacle.
Found primarily on the west side and remote flats, these fish demand:

  • Perfect presentation

  • Precision casting

  • Total composure

Large permit are present throughout Andros, with some areas producing fish up to 40 pounds.
This is where good anglers get humbled — and great ones come alive.
Tarpon — Power in the Backcountry
Tarpon bring a completely different energy to the fishery.

  • Found under bridges in creeks, channels, and mangrove systems

  • Peak season: spring through fall

  • Explosive eats and aerial fights

Whether you’re targeting juvenile tarpon in tight backcountry water or larger migratory fish, this is where things get loud, fast, and unforgettable.
The Grand Slam Opportunity
Few places on earth offer a legitimate shot at a Grand Slam — bonefish, permit, and tarpon in a single day.
South Andros is one of them.
With the right conditions, tides, and guide, anglers have a real opportunity to experience one of fly fishing’s most coveted achievements.

Beyond the Big Three
While the spotlight shines on bonefish, permit, and tarpon, the diversity here goes far deeper.
Barracuda
Aggressive, visual, and explosive — barracuda patrol the flats year-round and offer one of the most exciting eats in saltwater.
Sharks
Lemon sharks and other species cruise the flats, providing powerful, drag-burning fights and unforgettable encounters.
Jacks & Snapper
Expect hard-fighting jack crevalle and various snapper species while fishing edges, channels, and structure.
Mutton Snapper (Seasonal)
A technical and rewarding target often found on deeper flats and structure.

Why South Andros Is Different
Most destinations offer one or two things well.
South Andros offers everything — and does it in a setting that still feels undiscovered.

  • Endless, fishable flats stretching for miles

  • Minimal fishing pressure

  • Diverse ecosystems within minutes of each other

  • Real opportunity at multiple species in a single day

This is not a manufactured experience.
This is raw, authentic, world-class fishing.

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