POSSIBLY THE BEST SALTWATER FLYFISHING ON THE PLANET
Mavungana will be returning to the Seychelles. We have been planning
this for some time, waiting for the opportunity to secure a prime week
targeting the exceptional predator, the Giant Trevally.
This is only the second & third week of the 2015 summer season, and is
placed around a new moon on the 13th October. The predators should be
hungry and should be on the flats looking for mullet and bonefish and
possibly even the hatching birds.
The fishing at Farquhar has over the past few years become synonymous
with the term 'fly fishing paradise’ and has provided all those fortunate
enough to visit her shores the opportunity to fish some of the finest and
most productive flats the Indian Ocean has to offer. These flats consist of
hard white sand, turtle grass and broken coral which make for
comfortable wading. Anglers can wade and sight fish to an impressive
variety of species which, although this week has GT as our focus, also
includes exceptional flats bonefishing, the mighty Bumphead Parrotfish
and Wrasse which they are now targetting with success on the fly. The
inquisitive Triggerfish as well as Barracuda and Bluefin Trevally. If you are
lucky, you may even get a shot at Permit, so there really is a wide variety
of exceptional flats fish to be caught.
Farquhar is certainly best known for the sheer diversity of species it offers
anglers fortunate enough to visit her shores, so if stalking Bonefish in
skinny water, throwing crab flies at the colourful and charismatic tailing
Triggerfish or holding your nerve as a large GT charges in at your fly
interests you ….well then Farquhar is certainly the venue for you.
Join us in 2015.
THE MIGHTY GIANT TREVALLY OF FARQUHAR
Location:
Farquhar Atoll, Seychelles
Dates:
7 - 14 October 2015
14 - 21 October 2015
Surrounds:
Tropical flats flyfishing
Cost:
$ 8,750 (7 nights, 6 days fishing)
Includes:
All lodging, fishing, guiding,
3 meals daily, refreshments,
boats and fuel. Also includes
charter flight Mahe to Farquhar
Gear:
#8- #12 single handed rods
Flights:
ex Mahe, Seychelles
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The low down:
Whether you have or have not fly fished in saltwater before, Farquhar in the
Seychelles is something for the ‘bucket list’. The hard white sand, turtlegrass or
coral flats of Farquhar make for easy wading, thus separating it from other destinations in the world. A huge array of tremendous species can be caught while
wading Farquhar’s endless flats.
Accommodation on Farquhar takes the form of a basic but comfortable guesthouse which caters for ten anglers at one time on a shared basis. Everyone is
accommodated in the main lodge which is fully airconditioned and has four twin
en-suite bedrooms and a central lounge area. An undercover dining area on the
waters edge with a magnificent view forms an
idyllic backdrop for both breakfast and dinner.
The fishing:
Guests will have the use of five 17.3 ft Angler skiffs. These boats have been
specifically designed and fitted to fish both the flats and offshore waters of the
Seychelles in comfort and safety. You will be wading exsquisite flats daily for
Bonefish, Trevally, Indo-Pacific Permit, Triggerfish, Barracuda, Bumphead
Parrotfish and Milkfish.
Deep water too begins very close to shore and spending some time tussling with
some of the monsters which prowl the deep blue is certainly a very exciting and
rewarding bonus. Here the most common species encountered are Giant
Trevally, Barracuda, Wahoo, Yellowfin Tuna, Dogtooth Tuna, Grouper, Bohar
Snapper and Sailfish….all of which are guaranteed to show your backing the
light of day!
Whether it's on the flats or offshore, the guides will help you identify your desired
target species, the areas which they frequent and explain the correct techniques
with which to catch them… they will without question go the extra mile for your
fish of a lifetime.
Whats in and whats not:
All trips include private return charter aircraft flight from Mahe to Farquhar. All accommodations, meals, guiding, use of boats and fuel, as well as softdrinks and mineral
water are INCLUDED.
Overnight accommodations in Mahe, liquor, gratuities, are NOT INCLUDED.
Liquor and wine can be purchase and taken into the lodge from Mahe or your international destination, while beer can be purchased at the lodge cash bar.
Other Travel Info:
Guests are requested to fly into Mahe, Seychelles at least 24 hours before the chartered Beechcraft 1900 takes off for the two-hour flight to Farquhar.
Everyone traveling to Seychelles must have a passport valid for at least 6 months
beyond the end of travel. UK, EU passport holders do NOT require a Visa to travel to
the Seychelles. The currency of Seychelles is the Seychelles Rupee (SCR). US Dollar
or Euro are however widely accepted and are the preferred currency for gratuities and
expenditure on Farquhar.
Weather:
Temperatures range between 30° - 35°C with high humidity. You will need to stay
hydrated, and have good lightweight UV technical clothing and sun gear, as well as
ample sun cream, as you will spend many hours wading the flats.
Communications:
There is no cell phone reception on Farquhar. The guesthouse is 20832
however equipped
with a satellite phone which can be used by guests at an additional cost of USD$4 per
minute. You are also welcome to bring your own sattelite phone.
Equipment List: (a detailed equipment list will be provided on booking)
- #8, #10 and #12 weight 9ft fast action rods. An extra #10 and extra #10 are advised
- Tropically rated floating lines to match the 8, 10 and 12, as well as sinking line for the
12wt.
- Tippet leaders in 8lb, 10lb, 15lb, 40lb, 80lb, 100lb
- Thin piano wire trace material for toothy critters
- Assortment of Mavungana custom tied flies
Clothing:
- Technical lightweight long sleeve shirts, and zip off lightweight pants
- Buff and sunhat
- Swimming shorts
- Shoes. Comfortable flip flops sneakers for deck work (fishing) or lounging around
- Stripping gloves.
- Camera, waterproof advisable
- Quality Polaroid sunglasses plus one spare pair
- Sun tan cream, no bug repellent needed
- Boat Bag / Wet Bag
- Good quality pliers
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