Detailed Trip Information
Fishing Summary
Campeche Tarpon Club is truly a unique fishery for baby Tarpon. Ranging in size from 5 to 35 pounds, these Tarpon reside in a multitude of environs - from turtle grass flats, backcountry lagoons, to mangrove-lined shoreline, creeks, and bays. This amazing habitat is also home to many Snook and Barracuda.
The hallmark of the fishery at Campeche is its gin-clear water. This enables the fly angler to experience the ultimate visual display in fly fishing... spotting the Tarpon, making the cast, watching the Tarpon track your fly in predatory pursuit, slashing your fly with a vengeance, and the perfect finale - an explosion of water as you jump the Tarpon on the hookset!
Fishing Tackle and Techniques
Campeche Tarpon Club utilizes spacious 18 foot pangas with an extensive front casting deck. All fishing is conducted out of these stealthy, stable, and comfortable fishing platforms. The boundary of the fishery is very close to the boat dock and, therefore, only requires a 10 minute boat ride to arrive at nearest fishing area. However, with over 30 miles of fishable coastline these powerful, fast pangas are able to extend to the far reaches of this amazing fishery. Each panga is equipped with rod holders and padded bench seats for your comfort.
Most anglers prefer to fish 7 to 9 weight rods at Campeche Tarpon Club. On calm days, a 7 weight provides great sport for these baby Tarpon. When weather conditions and/or size of fish dictate, 8 to 9 weight rods are the order of the day. The wonderful part of fly fishing at Campeche Tarpon Club is that most of the fishing is done with floating lines. The Tarpon cruise or "fin" on flats as shallow as one foot deep! This shallow water pursuit demands lightweight Tarpon flies.
Finally, the remarkable and challenging aspect of this incredible fishery is its gin-clear water. This clarity, along with the diversity of environs, gives anglers the opportunity to test the breadth of their angling skills. This is a more "technical" fishery (compared to Tarpon Cay Lodge) that offers anglers numerous shots at baby Tarpon. Accurate casts of 50+ feet and lengthy leaders as long as 10+ feet are often required to stealthily offer a fly to the hungry Tarpon. The excitement of "making the cast", watching a Tarpon waking behind your fly and a top-water "blow-up" finale is a heart-pounding event that will etch angling memories of a lifetime! FISH ON!
The Accommodations
Lodging is provided by the new and well-appointed Hotel Plaza Campeche. This full service hotel offers a host of services and amenities - restaurant, coffee shop, bar, swimming pool, business center with free internet access, and room service.
Each spacious guest room has two full sized beds, air-conditioning, ceiling fans, cable TV, and a full private bath with shower. There is a housekeeping service that cleans the rooms and replaces linens, towels, bottled drinking water, cups, and bar soap each day.
Located in the heart of beautiful downtown, Hotel Plaza Campeche resides in the historically and culturally rich walled district of Campeche. The hotel is conveniently located near many restaurants, shops, and historical sites and museums. Many guests enjoy taking a daily leisurely stroll through the town square to experience the culture and observe the aged history of this remarkable city.
Meals & Beverages
The meals are yet another highlight of your stay at Campeche Tarpon Club. Hearty portions with a local flavor are an absolute culinary delight for the big appetite. Breakfast is served in the coffee shop from a full menu (American and Mexican dishes). Your breakfast will be promptly served in the morning to assure you an on-time start of your daily fishing adventure. Lunches are taken with you on the boat and consist of sandwiches, snacks, and assorted beverages.
Each evening, you will be treated to a different local culinary delight. You will dine "out-on-the-town" to experience a variety of local flavors during your stay. Each restaurant has its own unique dishes and flavors that are a signature of the establishment. Entrees may include chicken, pork, or the catch-of-the-day - fish, shrimp, or even lobster! The meals at Campeche Tarpon Club are truly unique and delicious.
All drinking water and ice is bottled/made from purified water. All non-alcoholic beverages (soda, juice, water) are included in your package. Alcoholic beverages are available, but not included.
How To Get to Campeche Tarpon Club
From your location, you will need to fly to either Merida International Airport (MID), Mexico or Campeche Airport, Mexico (CPE). Please check with your preferred airline for flight schedules.
After clearing Customs and Immigration at the airport, a Campeche Tarpon Club representative will greet you just outside of Customs and Immigration.
From the airport, you will be driven to Hotel Plaza Campeche in the CTC shuttle - a comfortable, air-conditioned extended van. The drive is comfortable, as all roads traveled are paved and well maintained.
After clearing Customs and Immigration at the airport, a Campeche Tarpon Club representative will greet you just outside of Customs and Immigration.
From the airport, you will be driven to Hotel Plaza Campeche in the CTC shuttle - a comfortable, air-conditioned extended van. The drive is comfortable, as all roads traveled are paved and well maintained.
Required Travel Documents
• As of January 1, 2007, a current U.S. passport will be required for all United States citizens entering Mexico. It is highly recommended that U.S. citizens present a passport that is valid for at least six months after the last day of the trip. If your passport expires before then, please renew it prior to departing on your trip.
• If you hold citizenship in a country other than the United States, please check with your national consulate / passport center for citizenship documents required for travel to Mexico.
Package Rates
Inclusions
Lodging, guided fly fishing, fishing license, meals, non-alcoholic beverages, guest taxes, and ground transfers to and from Campeche or Merida Int’l Airport
Exclusions
Air travel to and from Merida or Campeche, gratuities, phone service, and alcoholic beverages
Campeche Tarpon Club Cancellation Policy
Deposits, less a $300.00 USD cancellation fee per person, will be refunded if the client cancels the trip in writing more than 180 days prior to the original trip date. If written cancellation notice is received between 90 to 180 days prior to arrival, no refunds will be issued but the deposit amount, less a $300.00 USD rebooking fee per person, may be applied to a future booking within one year of original trip date. For written cancellation notices received less than 90 days prior to arrival, all payments are forfeited unless the client has an immediate replacement at the time of cancellation.
Angling On The Fly Terms & Conditions
A 50% deposit is due within 14 days of booking to secure reservation. Final payment is due 60 days prior to scheduled arrival date.
Refunds: A $150.00 USD processing fee per person (in addition to any lodge cancellation fees) may be deducted from all refunds. All refunds will be paid by check. If written cancellation notice is received less than 180 days prior to the trip arrival date, no refunds will be issued.
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Majestic Clearwater Tarpon on the Fly...
Welcome to Campeche Tarpon Club! This incredible destination is located in the Gulf of Mexico along the coast of Campeche, Mexico. Campeche Tarpon Club offers world-class angling for "baby" Tarpon - 5 to 35 lbs! With over 30 miles of coastline, this unique year-round fishery offers the fly angler a multitude of environs in which to pursue these acrobatic species. From the maze of backcountry lagoons to the gin-clear turtle grass flats, Campeche Tarpon Club is the ultimate playground for the Tarpon enthusiast. FISH ON!!!
