Mexico
SALTWATER fly fishing

Join our exclusive hosted saltwater fly fishing weeks in Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula.

Each expedition features expert local guides, fully organized itineraries, and the chance to fish alongside a small group of dedicated anglers. Limited to specific dates, these trips ensure optimal fishing conditions, plenty of one-on-one guide attention, and an immersive, memorable flats experience.

Target permit, bonefish, tarpon, and snook across pristine flats, guided by our experienced team who know these waters intimately.

Join us in May 2027 for a hosted fly fishing week at Xcalak Paradise Lodge on the Mexican Caribbean coast.

Spend six full days fishing the pristine flats of Chetumal Bay, targeting permit, bonefish, tarpon, and snook in one of the most productive and authentic fisheries on the Yucatán Peninsula.

Experience world-class saltwater fly fishing with expert guides and small-group attention in a remote, unspoiled Caribbean setting.

Our concierge team will help plan your travel, transfers, and accommodations, ensuring a seamless, stress-free adventure from start to finish.

Isolated, south of the Ascension Bay crowds and harassed flats, you can enjoy a fully packaged, small-group saltwater fly fishing adventure at Tail Inn Lodge in Punta Herrero, Espíritu Santo Bay.

Choose a week or come on one of our hosted weeks. We’ve selected and partnered with Tail Inn for their expert guides, comfortable accommodation, and exceptional remote flats fishing for permit, bonefish, tarpon, and snook.

Extend your journey with a second week in Mahahual or Xcalak, staying at lodges handpicked by Isolation Outfitters. Our concierge service coordinates all travel planning, detailed step-by-step itineraries, transfers, and local guidance for a seamless, stress-free experience.

It’s the ideal way to explore multiple world-class fisheries in Mexico while enjoying the camaraderie of a small, like-minded group.

If you’re planning to fish the Mexican Caribbean coast, transferring down to Xcalak from Tulum or Cancún is a good option to avoid pressured northern Yucatán fisheries.

We’re delighted to partner with this stunning, brand new, architect-designed fly-fishing venue, only a short stroll to the beachfront in Xcalak village.

Xcalak Paradise Fly Fishing Lodge comprises four twin-share rooms, each with ensuite and air-conditioning, a swimming pool, open bar, communal dining room with plenty of space to make yourself at home, washing down and rod storage area, space for outdoor games and entertainment, plus 24/7 security on site.

We are delighted to be partnering with the team at Xcalak Paradise Lodge. We can vouch for the quality of their onsite staff, exceptional mayan-inspired cuisine, fabulous cocktails and wonderful housekeeping team.

The guides and boats operating out of the lodge have may years of local experience win Chetumal Bay, traversing the Zaragoza Canal and fishing the reef and lagoon area in front of the lodge.

Please consider Xcalak if you are exploring new destinations in Mexico. Our team can help to design a detailed week-long program, reserve accommodation and liaise over flight options into Tulum or Cancún, plus optional stays at other Mexico hotspots.

Experience exceptional saltwater fly fishing at Tail Inn Lodge, perched on the beachfront in the charming lobster village of Punta Herrero. Situated just south of Espíritu Santo Bay within the protected Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve, this lodge provides unparalleled access to some of the most pristine flats on the Yucatán Peninsula. Anglers enjoy abundant permit, bonefish, tarpon, and snook, along with opportunities for snook, jacks, and triggerfish, all in a lightly pressured, high-quality fishery.

Tail Inn Lodge accommodates couples, small groups, or solo anglers in well-appointed, air-conditioned rooms with private baths, blending comfort with the authentic spirit of the region. Meals are a highlight, featuring fresh, sustainable local seafood, inventive Mexican cuisine, and handcrafted cocktails, including signature margaritas and specialty lobster dishes inspired by Punta Herrero’s heritage.

Fishing is conducted aboard custom 23-ft skiffs with a 2:1 guide-to-angler ratio, ensuring personalized instruction, plenty of casting time, and access to the most productive flats. Transfers from Cancún or Tulum make this remote location easy to reach, while the lodge itself offers a welcoming, relaxed Caribbean atmosphere.

Whether visiting for a private, year-round adventure or participating in a seasonal hosted trip, Tail Inn Lodge provides an immersive saltwater fly fishing experience, combining expert guiding, abundant fish, and the unmatched beauty of Espíritu Santo Bay’s protected flats.

Experience world-class saltwater fly fishing at Costa de Cocos Lodge, the premier base for anglers seeking permit, bonefish, and tarpon on the southern Yucatán Peninsula. Located in the quiet fishing village of Xcalak, the lodge provides direct access to the pristine flats of Chetumal Bay and the nearby reef, where tailing permit, cruising bonefish, and acrobatic tarpon offer unforgettable sight-casting opportunities.

Our lodge caters to couples, small groups, and solo anglers, with private cabanas, expert local guides, and fully equipped skiffs. Each day, you’ll explore miles of untouched flats, poling across shallow waters and mangroves, guided by seasoned professionals who know the local tides, patterns, and fish behavior. We arrange transfers from Cancun or Tulum via the scenic Maya Train and road transfer make reaching this remote paradise less effort than DIY, while the lodge itself offers comfortable accommodations, fresh meals, a full bar, and a relaxed Caribbean atmosphere.

Whether you’re here for a custom private adventure or one of our hosted trips, Costa de Cocos Lodge delivers a full-season fly fishing experience, combining expert guidance, luxurious comfort, and the unmatched thrill of fishing some of Mexico’s most productive saltwater flats.

Destination: Xcalak and Chetumal Bay, Costa Maya, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Dates: May 15-22 or May 22-29, 2027
Focus: Permit, migratory tarpon, bonefish
Group size: Limited to six anglers

Description:
We have two weeks slated in 2027 for you to visit the Yucatan Peninsula.
Choose from either 15-22 May or 22-29 May 2027.

These hosted expeditions are timed to offer a migratory tarpon option in addition to this exceptional all-year around permit/bonefish/juvenile tarpon fishery.

Hosted by our founder, Michael Gregg who was onsite in May ‘26 – and who will meet you in Cancún or Tulum – these trips provide an opportunity to meet new anglers, try out tackle from Epic, Stickman, Taylor and other boutique rod makers, as well as new lines from Scientific Anglers; all whilst chasing the elusive grand slam of landing a permit, bonefish, and tarpon in one day!

We’ve spent enough time at the brand new Xcalak Paradise Lodge to be really impressed with their Mayan-inspired cuisine, fabulous staff and exceptional cocktails! We know you will be too.

This new lodge is an excellent addition to Mexico’s Costa Maya and a favorite place for our team at Isolation Outfitters. We look forward to hosting these weeks in May 2027. Join us!

We will also be offering an option of two days boat-fishing exclusively for large migratory tarpon in Holbox, north of Cancún following the second May week.