Whether you are new to fly fishing in the Bahamas or looking for your next relaxing getaway, we invite you to join us on Grand Bahama Island with H2O Bonefishing. Grand Bahama Island has long been a popular choice for fly fishers and non-angling vacationers alike. With direct flights arriving daily from several US cities, getting there is very easy. The very productive flats on the north side of the island have justifiably earned the reputation of being home to some of the largest bonefish found in the Bahamas. H2O Bonefishing oversees its entire fishing operation. Their well-managed and comprehensive fishing program provides a quality fly fishing experience for every angler. Located in the heart of Port Lucaya is the trip's lodging. Guests will stay at a popular adventure resort that has immediate access to the island's top restaurants and myriad activities and amenities found within a short walk of their room. Orvis and H2O Bonefishing are excited to team up to make this a great experience from beginning to end.

 Watch a video of the H2O Bonefishing experience!

DATES

March 30th - April 4th, 2026

LENGTH

5 nights and 4 days of fishing

HOST

Brew Moscarello

• Great for anglers of all abilities

• Mostly fishing from a skiff, but some wade fishing opportunities

• Resort hotel accommodations with breakfast and lunch included

• Dinners are on your own, so no established times or menus

• Opportunity for shots at the bonefish of a lifetime

All-Inclusive Fishing Package

Standard Room w/King or 2 double beds

• $3,620 per person, shared room/shared guide*

• $4,254 per person, private room/shared guide*

• $5,558 per person, private room/private guide*

• Non-angler Supplement, an additional $30 per night. Angler with own room + non-angler partner. This rate is based on your own boat or a shared boat. No lunches or dinner included with this rate

 *Room upgrades are available

• Air-conditioned waterfront room w/king or 2 double beds, satellite TV, direct dial phone, minirefrigerator,

  in-room coffee maker, full private balcony.

• Guided fishing

• Access to the Bones clubhouse

• Daily breakfast, daily picnic lunch including non-alcoholic beverages (fishing days only)

• Free hourly ferry transfers to Taino beach during daylight hours.

• Transfers to/from the hotel

• Evening meals. Lunches on non-fishing days

• Tips for fishing guide and clubhouse staff

• Equipment rental and end tackle, flies, leader, etc

• Alcoholic beverages

A Legendary Destination for Fly Fishing

Bonefish are the primary focus for most anglers on Grand Bahama Island. Although large schools (50-100 fish) are not uncommon here, many fly anglers prefer fishing over singles and smaller schools that often hold larger fish. These smaller groups of larger fish, and really big singles, are the main attraction on these flats. In fact, Grand Bahama is one of the few destinations where your guide won’t be surprised if you encounter the fish of a lifetime.

The unique geography of the area allows these well-trained guides to find fish throughout the day by switching locations as the tide fluctuates. Although much of the fishing is done from a flats skiff, if your guide spots a group of tailing fish in skinny water, don’t be surprised if he suggests getting out of the boat to stalk the fish on foot. In addition to bonefish, the guides are well-trained and eager to pursue other species, including permit, tarpon, barracuda, and sharks.

Although permit aren’t as plentiful as they are in other places in the Caribbean, there are enough to make the hunt worthwhile (larger-than-average size is a plus). Permit are often spotted and caught while looking for bonefish. Tarpon fishing is best in late spring and through the summer when the larger migratory fish pass through on their migratory route.   

The Port Lucaya area of Grand Bahama Island is ideally situated to take advantage of a large variety of activities. The hotel’s full-service concierge desk is available to help you arrange just about any activity that you would expect to find in a popular Caribbean resort. Most of these activities require less than 24 hours' notice, so your best bet is to keep your schedule open and enjoy your vacation one day at a time. Whether you are into shopping and restaurants or parasailing and SCUBA diving, Grand Bahama Island has it all. This makes this trip a great option for families and non-angling partners.

Some of the activities include:

• Dolphin experience – swim or wade with Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins

• Snorkeling excursions to the nearby coral reefs

• Shark or dolphin dives

• Canoeing or kayaking in the mangroves

• Scenic boat tours

• Sunbathing and swimming on the beach

• Horseback riding

• 2 USGA golf courses within a mile of the resort

• Eco tours

Arrive at the Freeport, Grand Bahama Island airport. You can take the flight of your choice, but we recommend coming in the afternoon or early evening if possible. After you arrive, you will be transferred to the hotel for check-in. Around Around5.30 pm - 6.00 pm at BONES on arrival day. Jason or one of the H2Oo/Bones crew will give you a full briefing and a plan for your stay. We suggest you bring your fly box with you for orientation.

The day starts with a buffet-style hot breakfast with enough options to satisfy any palate. After breakfast, your guide will pick you up at 7:45 AM and take you to the launch. Conditions will determine the length of your run; sometimes it's a few minutes from the launch, at other times you may take longer runs. After a full day on the water, you'll return to the hotel by 5:30 PM at the latest.

Once you get back to the resort, you will have an opportunity to relax with a Kalik (The Beer of The Bahamas), a glass of wine, or a cocktail before dinner. The resort’s pool bar has a good selection of wine, beer, and cocktails, and a complete lunch and dinner menu. If you have a specific drink of choice, you may want to bring a bottle with you.

Since dinner is not included in your package, you are free to explore and enjoy dinner at one of the numerous restaurants within a short walk of the hotel. If you don’t want to leave the hotel, you can eat dinner at the pool bar and have the charges added to your room tab

You will make your way to the Freeport airport in time to catch your flight home. It may also be possible to visit another lodge after your stay at Pelican Bay. Orvis Travel has a wide variety of options available in The Bahamas, and we will be happy to make a recommendation and handle the arrangements.

Guests will stay at the Pelican Bay Lucaya Hotel and Suites. This is a medium-sized resort hotel with a variety of accommodations. The hotel has 3 swimming pools, a hot tub, a pool bar, and a restaurant. There is a full-service concierge desk that can easily help you select and arrange numerous non-angling activities. If you prefer, you can explore the popular shopping district that is just a short walk from the hotel. Port Lucaya is known for its nightlife, but Pelican Bay is just enough off the beaten path that you won't be disturbed by late-night partygoers. Although Freeport is a popular spring break destination, the hotel screens potential guests to ensure a relaxing and peaceful environment year-round. 

Non-Angling Activities

The Port Lucaya area of Grand Bahama Island is ideally situated to take advantage of a large variety of activities. The hotel’s full-service concierge desk is available to help you arrange just about any activity that you would expect to find in a popular Caribbean resort. Most of these activities require less than 24 hours' notice, so your best bet is to keep your schedule open and enjoy your vacation one day at a time. Whether you are into shopping and restaurants or parasailing and SCUBA diving, Grand Bahama Island has it all. This makes this trip a great option for families and non-angling partners.

 Some of the activities include:

• Dolphin experience – swim or wade with Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins

• Snorkeling excursions to the nearby coral reefs

• Shark or dolphin dives

• Canoeing or kayaking in the mangroves

• Scenic boat tours

• Sunbathing and swimming on the beach

• Horseback riding

• 2 USGA golf courses within a mile of the resort

• Eco tours

Bones Bar, nearby, is the official clubhouse of H2O Bonefishing. Bones welcomes you with a great selection of cocktails, sipping rums, and beers. You can also try the savory pies baked fresh every day.

Because of the unique nature of Port Lucaya and Pelican Bay Hotel, dinners and drinks are not included in the package. Although this can be arranged, most visitors soon realize that the large selection of restaurants within walking distance makes it a lot more fun to select a different spot each night.

A continental breakfast, served at the hotel, is included in your package. Breakfast typically consists of fruits, pastries, juices, and coffee. When fishing with your guide, you can expect a hearty boxed lunch consisting of a sandwich, chips, fruit, cookies, and a soft drink. 

Within a 2-minute walk from the hotel is a great selection of restaurants within Port Lucaya, including pizza, gourmet burgers, Bahamian infusion, Greek, Italian, and tapas. A great selection of off-site restaurants to choose from within a 20-minute taxi ride includes:

• East Sushi Restaurant, by the harbor, with hourly shark feeding 

• The Stoned Crab, located on the beach, newest restaurant in Freeport 

• Banana Bay is located on the beach, for lunch and Friday evening dinners

• Dolphin Cove on the canal 

• Terry’s conch stand for freshly made conch salads

The Bahamas offers a warm, tropical climate year-round, making it a dream destination for fly fishers and their families.

Dry Season

November to April is the most popular time to visit The Bahamas, with cooler temperatures, low humidity, and minimal rainfall, ideal for stalking bonefish on the flats or enjoying calm seas for offshore pursuits. During this season, average daytime temperatures range from 75–82°F (24–28°C), and the water remains comfortably swimmable, perfect for non-angling partners and families to enjoy beach days, snorkeling, or exploring the cultural sites 

Wet Season

May to October brings warmer temperatures (82–90°F / 28–32°C) and higher humidity, with brief but intense tropical showers, especially in August and September. While this season coincides with hurricane risk, it also offers lush landscapes, fewer crowds, and great opportunities for budget-conscious travelers. Fly fishers can still enjoy productive outings, while families can take advantage of resort amenities, water parks, and island excursions.

We highly recommend that guests carry appropriate travel insurance in the event they have to cancel or postpone their trip for reasons outside of their control. It is also beneficial if they need medical assistance or emergency evacuation during their travels. Orvis is pleased to offer our travel customers access to two valuable services: Global Rescue travel membership and IMG Signature Travel Insurance℠.

To learn more about purchasing travel insurance or an emergency evacuation membership through Global Rescue, please visit orvis.com/travelinsurance.

A 50% deposit is required with reservation. No booking is considered confirmed until receipt of the deposit. Final payment must be paid 45 or more days before the arrival date. Any bookings requested within 60 days of the reservation date must be paid in full.

• Cancellations made 90 days or more before the reservation date are a full refund, minus a $300 administrative fee.

• Cancellations made between 60 to 89 days before the reservation date are a 50% refund of the deposit amount, ie, 25% of the total package.

• Cancellations made less than 60 days prior to arrival date there in no refund of any kind.

• If a cancelled package of equal or larger amount is resold, then a full refund will be sent minus a $100 fee per angler. 

• All fishing days must be consecutive. This can be customized based on guide availability upon arrival.

• If a reschedule request is made between 14 to 45 days of the arrival date, it will be at the discretion of H2o to accommodate the booking at a later date.  Only one rebooking will be allowed after which the trip is forfeited. All rescheduled trips need to be made within 1 year of the original booking date.  

• If a reschedule is requested within 14 days,  a reschedule fee will be applied (25% of the total cost of the trip). Only one rebooking will be allowed after which the trip is forfeited.  Rebooking dates will be at the discretion of H2o. All rescheduled trips need to be made within 1 year of the original booking date.

• H2o reserves the right to implement a fuel surcharge should prices increase noticeably between the confirmed booking date and the actual trip dates.

H2O recommends all anglers purchase travel, health, and package cancellation insurance to cover them in the event of any loss due to cancellation, injury, or sickness while traveling, staying, and returning home from Pelican Bay.