September 4th to 11th 2025: Eight anglers, 1 week, 73 permit landed! A truly epic week at Mayazul Lodge as Ascension Bay continues to shine as one of the Caribbean’s most consistent permit fisheries.
Eight friends, traveling from different corners of the globe, came together with a single goal: to pursue the permit of Ascension Bay.
Permit are often described as the ultimate prize in saltwater fly fishing. Sharp-eyed, unpredictable, and famously selective, they have earned the reputation of being the fish of a thousand casts. For most anglers, landing just one can define an entire trip.
This week, however, was different. Early fall brought stable weather, with clear skies, calm winds, and exceptional visibility across the flats. Fishing coincided with a full moon—a condition often seen as a challenge—but in this case, it seemed to fuel the activity inside the bay.
Every day delivered encounters: solitary fish crossing sandy stretches, pairs moving along the mangroves, and large schools feeding across the flats. By the end of the week, the group had landed 73 permit, from fast-moving juveniles to powerful adults tipping the scales at more than 25lb. It marked the most successful week of permit fishing in Mayazul’s young history.
Yet beyond the numbers, what defined the experience were the shared moments—the collective cheers each time a fish came to hand, the laughter echoing over dinner, and the bonds forged on and off the water.
If fishing at Mayazul Lodge has piqued your interest, or you would like more information on fishing in Mexico in general, please contact Olly Thompson or Alex Jardine, alternatively call our office on +44(0)1980 847 389.
