Pole a skiff across the glassy backcountry flats of Florida Bay hunting bonefish, permit, and tarpon — the holy trinity of saltwater fly fishing.
Why It’s Worth Your Time
The backcountry flats of Florida Bay, accessible from Islamorada and Marathon, are the premier sight-fishing destination in the world. Standing on the bow of a shallow-draft skiff in two feet of crystal water, spotting a tailing bonefish or a cruising tarpon 80 feet away, is as close to hunting as fishing gets. Full-day guided charters with experienced flats guides depart at first light.
What Stands Out
- World-famous backcountry flats
- Bonefish
- permit and tarpon — the grand slam of flats fishing
- Full-day guided charters available
- Islamorada is the global epicenter of flats fishing culture
- No prior experience needed — guides provide everything