TAIL INN LODGE, MEXICO

Hosted Saltwater Fly Fishing in Espíritu Santo Bay

Nestled in the remote lobster village of Punta Herrero on Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, Tail Inn Lodge offers direct access to the pristine flats of Espíritu Santo Bay within the UNESCO-listed Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve, just south of heavily-fished Ascensión Bay.

This secluded location remains home to unpressured populations of permit, bonefish, tarpon, snook and more, with only a handful of guided boats permitted each week.

To travel to Tail Inn Lodge, fly into Cancún (CUN), then enjoy a scenic private transfer (approx. 4–5 hours) or 45-minute charter flight and ground drive to Punta Herrero. Or fly into the new Tulum International Airport (TQO) and lodge staff will meet you at the airport for your short transfer (45 mins) to the picturesque Tail Inn Lodge.

We can plan your itinerary an expedition to Tail Inn Lodge, or come on our hosted fly fishing trip in the second week of June 2026 with rising morning tides and all logistics sorted for you.

  • Tail Inn Lodge by Isolation Outfitters is beachfront

    BEACHFRONT LODGE

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    FRESH SEAFOOD

  • Tarpon held by angler close up at Tail Inn Lodge

    TARPON

  • Taco prepared with class at Tail Inn Lodge

    QUALITY DINING

  • Bonefish being released at Tail Inn Lodge

    BONEFISH

  • Anglers enjoying themselves outside Tail Inn Lodge on a warm evening

    EVENING CHAT

  • Two double beds in each room for anglers at Tail Inn Lodge

    COMFORTABLE BEDROOMS

TAIL INN LODGE, MEXICO

HOSTED SALTWATER FLY FISHING Saltwater Fly Fishing at Tail Inn Lodge, Espíritu Santo Bay, Mexico

Tail Inn Lodge — Hosted Saltwater Fly Fishing in Espíritu Santo Bay, Mexico

Destination & Locality

Nestled in the remote lobster village of Punta Herrero, Tail Inn Lodge offers direct access to the pristine flats of Espíritu Santo Bay within the UNESCO-listed Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve, just south of the more heavily fished Ascensión Bay. This secluded location remains home to un-pressured populations of permit, bonefish, tarpon, snook, and more, with only a handful of guided boats permitted each week.

Travel & Arrival

Fly into Cancún (CUN), then enjoy a scenic private transfer (approx. 4–5 hours) or 45-minute charter flight and ground drive to Punta Herrero. The lodge is beachfront—pangas powered fishing tours launch just minutes from your door.

Accommodation & Dining

Tail Inn features well-appointed air-conditioned rooms with private baths and plush bedding, hosting up to 10 anglers per week. Meals blend luxury and local flavor—expect gourmet seafood, inventive Mexican cuisine, happy hour margaritas, sushi, tacos, and sustainable ingredients inspired by Punta Herrero's lobster heritage.

Fishing Program

Fishing is conducted via custom 23-ft pangas on a 2:1 guide-to-client ratio, allowing one angler per boat to fully focus each day. The fishery is unmatched:

  • Permit: floaters and tailing singles/doubles — widely recognized as the global capital of permit fly fishing.

  • Bonefish: large schools of “Mexican bones” in pristine sand flats.

  • Tarpon & Snook: available year-round for juvenile fish, with trophy tarpon migrating from April to June.

  • Extras: snook, jacks, barracuda, triggerfish enrich the roster of flats species.

Sample Daily Structure

  • 6:00 am – Breakfast & planning

  • 7:00 am – Depart with guides

  • 6–8 hours on water wading or boating, depending on tides and species goals

  • Evening happy hour + detailed recap and strategy session

Hosted Trip Option

Tail Inn is featured on our 2026 hosted trips calendar, with a week-long prime time stay scheduled for 7-14 June 2026. Ideal for solo anglers or small groups, our hosted experiences include expert guidance, seamless logistics, and local host support to elevate your Grand Slam goals.

Best Season

March through early June provides optimal flats conditions, warmer temperatures, and improved tarpon migration visibility, enhancing chances at both Grand and Super Slams.

Booking & Group Details

  • Trips are capped at 6–8 anglers to maintain exclusivity.

  • Fully inclusive: 7 nights / 6 full fishing days; ground transfers, gourmet meals, fishing license, and park fees.

  • Limited availability—early inquiries encouraged to reserve your space.

DATES

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GROUP SIZE

The lodge is limited to a maximum of ten anglers and bookings from single anglers are welcome. Please contact us with your suggested dates.

ITINERARY

Travel Day:

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Fishing Days

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Evenings

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Departure Day

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ISOLATION OUTFITTERS UPGRADE

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FARE & INCLUSIONS

Rates include guiding, meals and beverages, accommodation, fishing license, transfers from, Wi‑Fi; exclude international airfare and gratuities. Optional charter flights carry extra cost as noted.

Our fare is currently US$5490 per angler including six nights of shared room accommodation in Lodge including all meals, guiding each day, and 4x4 road transfers to the lodge from either (6-7 hours drive). Single room is additional US$400.

This fare excludes your international return air travel into Cancun or Tulum or transfer from Cancun. We can arrange Cancun-Lodge flights or road transfers for an additional charge.

Travel Options to Tail Inn Lodge, Punta Herrero

Option 1: Fly Direct to Tulum (TQO) – Fastest Route

  • Fly USA → Tulum International Airport (TQO):
    Since December 2023, airlines like American, Delta, United, and JetBlue offer direct flights from major hubs including Miami, Atlanta, Houston, Newark, Chicago, and New York

  • Transfer to Punta Herrero:

    • Ride-share or taxi (~20 km to Tulum town), followed by a 45-minute private shuttle or 1-hour taxi/bus to Punta Herrero. Total transfer time: ~1.5–2.5 hours.

  • Why it’s great:

    • Shortest route, no Cancún traffic

    • New Tulum airport offers a seamless, stress-free transition

    • Quick access to Tail Inn’s ground transfers

Option 2: Fly into Cancún (CUN) – Traditional Approach

  • Fly USA → Cancún International Airport (CUN):
    Mexico’s busiest airport; serviced by most US carriers daily.

  • Transfer to Punta Herrero:

    • Private transfer or shuttle south via Riviera Maya → Felipe Carrillo Puerto → Punta Herrero

    • Approximate drive: 4–5 hours, depends on stops & road conditions

  • Why this works:

    • More flight options & flexible pricing

    • Optimal for multi-destination trips (e.g., Cancun, Cozumel)

TACKLE TALK

We’ll provide a full packing list and tackle list for your time at Jurassic Lake Lodge when you book with us. For now, here’s a summary to get you thinking about the gear you’ll need.

TACKLE CHECKLIST

  • Rods: 9′ 8wt SH, 9′ 6wt SH and 11–12′ DH 5-6wt

  • Reels: 2 reels with smooth drag able to handle 20lb+ rainbows

  • Lines: floating (lake & river) + optional sink-tip/shooting head

  • Leaders & tippet: 0X–2X fluorocarbon + heavy/strong tippet

  • Flies: scuds, balanced leeches, streamers, worms, nymphs, dries, mouse flies (see below)

  • Wading gear: breathable waders, robust boots, layered clothing, waterproof & windproof jackets (high winds are typical!) plus thermal base layers, wool hat, gloves & wool socks.

  • Waterproof daypack or dry bag for daily items

  • Accessories: indicators, needles, nippers, fly boxes, tool kit, polarized glasses, camera, USB drive,

FLIES & PATTERNS

  1. Olive or grey scuds (lake & river basics)

  2. Balanced leeches/Woolly Buggers (dark/olive) – essential for lake beats 

  3. Streamer patterns: Bunny leeches (white or olive), Chubby Chernobyls, Dolly Llamas

  4. San Juan Worms, Squirmy Wormies, Prince Nymphs – especially in the Barrancoso mouth

  5. Dry flies & terrestrials: CDC hoppers, ants, chironomid-type dries

  6. Mouse patterns primarily for pre-dawn or evening river fishing.

A person standing in clear, shallow water near a rocky shoreline on a bright, sunny day with a blue sky and rolling hills in the background.

GENERAL INFORMATION

TRIP ENQUIRIES

Please contact us by sending us a message via our Contact Form, email us, or call us to discuss availability at Jurassic Lake Lodge for this coming Southern Hemisphere summer. There are limited dates available January through to April 2026.

After your enquiry, we will share more trip information with you via email and phone, and discuss your fly fishing experience and understand what you’re looking for from this lodge trip.

TRAVELLING TO JURASSIC LAKE LODGE

You are flying to Argentina so international anglers should land in Buenos Aires and allow for a day and evening to acclimatise and prepare to travel down to either El Calafate (inland) or Comodoro Rivadavia (on the eastern seaboard).

OPTIONAL CHARTER FLIGHT

We can arrange a flight in (approx 1 hour from El Calafate or Comodoro) at an additional cost of around US$500 per person one way. This avoids the 6 hour long drive from El Calafate to Jurassic Lake Lodge.

TRANSFERING TO/FROM RIO GRANDE

If you are flying from a prior trip with Isolation Outfitters via Rio Grande or Rio Irigoyen, and have included Jurassic Lake Lodge in your itinerary, we will arrange plane transfers from either Ushuaia or Rio Grande airport to El Calafate where you will be met by Jurassic Lake staff, or can choose to take the optional charter flight closer to the lodge.

If you are planning to fish at Lago Strobel and then locate further south to fish for large sea-run brown trout, please call us to discuss best options for the time of the season you are planning to visit Patagonia.

SINGLE ANGLERS

Jurassic Lake Lodge is set up to accommodate angling groups of up to ten and we can often accommodate a single angler. Please contact us to discuss this option.

FARE PAYMENT

The fare for this expedition is outlined on this page in US Dollars (USD$) and will not change after confirmation of your booking, regardless of any fluctuations in international currency, fuel or travel costs. A detailed list of what is included is provided with your booking. Individual anglers are invoiced separately or together as you wish.

Currency: Payment can be made in US Dollars (USD$), on receipt of our invoice, paid into our Montana USA deposit account or via credit card online. If you wish to pay in NZ Dollars (NZD$), we will agree a suitable foreign exchange rate into NZD$ from your preferred currency at the time of booking.

Credit Cards: Alternatively you may wish to pay by credit card. We accept most major international credit cards and can provide a link for online payments.

Deposit: A deposit of 50% of the fare is payable to confirm your booking. Payment of deposit is deemed acceptance of our Terms and Conditions.

Remaining Fare: We require settlement of your full account 30 days before the trip proceeds. If you are a visitor to Argentina, proof of comprehensive travel insurance and any required medical insurance will be required at this point.

Additional Travel or Tackle: We can arrange air transfers, and provide fishing gear for you to keep after the trip. Any costs for these will be invoiced directly to you and are payable before the trip commences. Any additional trip preferences, changes to the expedition travel, or specialist gear obtained on your behalf at your request will be payable on invoice.

INSURANCE/EVACUATION COVER

In the event of a medical emergency during your epic journey, we will have direct contact with the lodge and have procedures in place for urgent evacuation to the nearest medical centre. We strongly recommend holding comprehensive travel insurance as well as cover with Global Rescue to cover any evacuation and medical costs and provide access to high quality medical support.