The flats and beaches of Los Roques are one of the most unique bonefish fisheries on the planet. If you would like to experience one of the world’s most exciting environments for large tailing bonefish, and minnow munching beach fishing whilst wading in azure waters there are few that compare.
Los Roques was always one of the top three saltwater fisheries on the planet, but over the last few years, as a result of US tensions with Venezuela, it has slightly slipped into the memory banks and been passed over in favour of other fisheries in the Caribbean. It has therefore enjoyed a very long rest with the pressure it used to receive a thing of the past. The fishing has gone from strength to strength and those who have ventured out have returned with stories of huge bonefish, monster permit, large Caribbean triggerfish and even parrotfish all appearing in their rod sights. Tarpon fishing has also been great, particularly during the autumn weeks.
Although more and more anglers are venturing back to the flats of Los Roques, the fishing has stayed consistent and reaffirmed why the flats of Los Roques sit up there with some of the best in the world.
The remaining operation on Los Roques has concentrated the pool of highly experienced guides into the crème de la crème, many of whom have been on these flats for over 20 years. Although the archipelago has always had a reputation primarily as a bonefish fishery, many of the guides have put their experience to good use and are now targeting a multitude of species. Specifically, these include a growing love for the large triggerfish that hang around on the oceanside flats.
Permit are seen more frequently in the inner areas and tarpon and snook can be targeted in the inner lagoon systems amongst the mangroves. In the right conditions large tarpon are found along the beach edges where the bait is concentrated and also in the Gran Roques bay itself.
The island of Gran Roques has also evolved over the years with the addition of a new airport on the island improving the space and waiting areas to make arriving and departing more comfortable and fluid. The Posada Acuarela where fishermen are based has had excellent reviews, highlighting excellent food, accommodation and service, going that extra mile to ensure clients have a fabulous all round experience.
There is good availability until the end of July 2026.
For more information on Los Roques please contact Peter McLeod or Alex Jardine or call our office on +44(0)1980 847389.