Introducing your children to the thrill of travel and fishing are both great fun and a truly unforgettable experience. Essentially there are two facets to a family fishing trip.

The first is for a family or couple where some members are keen fishermen but not all, and a destination is selected where there are facilities and activities to suit both. We have spent time looking for the ideal operations that have match these criteria without compromising on the fishing or the holiday of the rest of the family.

Alternatively there is nothing quite like seeing the emotions of children or non – fishing spouses as they experience the singular focus of fishing. The thrill of the chase, the stalk, and the moment of the take is totally infectious, closely followed by the panic and instruction of the fight. It is essential for this initiation and tuition that the guides are patient and can offer instruction and explanation. It is also vital that there are frequent opportunities and a reasonable amount of action to ensure boredom does not set in.

The world is a truly vast place with many different altitudes, seasons and environments. Climate and distance from home vary enormously. Planning a family trip that avoids the traditional rains and extremes of humidity and temperature is possible all the year round.

The two most popular times for families to travel are Christmas and the summer holidays. Easter is also an excellent time to go fishing and even though the seasons have barely got underway here in the UK many countries in the Caribbean and the Southern Hemisphere are in full swing. It can also be a good way of avoiding the ‘high season’ costs associated with Christmas and the summer months.

Because many of the lodges and camps we use are small and exclusive, space does get limited over busy periods, particularly school holidays. The more notice you can give us, the better chance we will have of getting your family your first choice accommodation.

Lodges

Lodges tend to be of permanent construction with rooms built of stone or wood. Most will have en-suite bathrooms with running hot and cold water. Some lodges have interconnecting rooms or family cottages which make them ideal for clients with younger children. Many fishing lodges tend to be away from the crowds and the case of saltwater operations have beaches nearby.

Resort Hotels

Some fishing operations use a resort hotel as their base of operations. These can be ideal, especially for a young family or non – fishing spouse as there will be other facilities available such as dining and bar areas, swimming pools, library, etc. Generally speaking there will be other activities as well, and if the fishing contingent is a minority can be an excellent compromise.

Private Villas

There are a number of fishing lodges that have annexes or private houses that we have access to. These are comfortably appointed with en-suite bedrooms, comfortable lounge and dining areas. Some even have private pools and large garden areas. Dedicated guides and vehicles can also be arranged for guests staying in private houses.

Showing children the wonder of travel and fishing with all its secrets will almost certainly be the highlight of your holiday. But a family trip doesn’t just mean fishing sessions and trying to catch fish. We know that children will get bored if there is no action for hours on end so we will be able to suggest all sorts of other ways to explore your chosen destination.

Activities also include:

Scuba
Diving
Snorkelling
Horse Riding
Mountain Biking
Picnics and Sundowners
Swimming
The Beach
Walking
Safaris
Cultural Activities (visiting local schools and markets etc)
Camping
Canoe
Boat Trips

Planning

• What ages will your children be when you intend to travel?
• Have you done an overseas fishing before (either as a family or just the adults)?
• What did you do on that trip?
• What does your family like/dislike on holiday generally?
• What other countries have you visited?
• What style of holiday (Saltwater, Freshwater)do you enjoy as a family?
• What time of year is your family thinking of travelling?
• Is there anything specific that you want to catch or see(species/wildlife/birds/places)?
• What sort of accommodation do you want to stay in (hotel/lodge/tented camp)?
• Do you want connecting rooms?
• Are there any activities in which you want to participate (canoeing/walking/horse riding)?
• Do you want to add a beach holiday to your family fishing trip?
• Do you have a budget in mind?
• From here we can start to make initial suggestions which will be whittled down to a specific itinerary.

Typical Family Fishing Trip Day

Practicalities

International flights

Internal flights

Transfers

Meals

Health and visa requirements

Booking a family trip