One-Day Fly Fishing Trip in San Felipe Yucatan

Escape the crowds and cast in complete serenity on this all-inclusive day trip to the Tarpon Capital of the World, a hidden fishing village in northern Yucatán with only 2,000 residents — no tourists, no noise, just you, your guide, and the thrill of the catch.

✅ Guided fly fishing in a protected National Estuary
✅ Signature Split-day fishing: Sunrise and sunset fishing sessions targeting juvenile tarpon year-round, plus corvina, snook, permit & more
✅ Midday hotel room to shower, nap, and prep your flies for round two
✅ Delicious lunch and dinner included
✅ Optional Private A/C transportation from your resort in Cancun, Costa Mujeres, or Riviera Maya.

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What's included

8 hours fishing a day (split-day signature fishing)
Guide
Fishing equipment and flies
Three meals a day (Breakfast, lunch and dinner)
Drinks (sodas, water & coffee, juice / alcoholic drinks only during meals)
Fishing license
Taxes
Hotel room for resting

Not included

Tarpon all year long! When should I visit?

Juvenile tarpon are present all year long, but the ideal time to visit is from May to October, when the waters are teeming with baby tarpon and the weather is perfectly warm for fishing.

Chasing the Silver King

From June to August, you’ll have the exciting opportunity to head out to the ocean flats and take on the mighty migratory tarpon — some weighing up to 120 pounds! (under request).

Snook, jack crevalle, barracudas and more species are found as well!

If you have any question, give us a call.

Itinerary: Our signature split-day fishing

03:50 am – Hotel Pickup (optional).

Start your adventure stress-free. Your friendly driver will greet you by name right at your hotel lobby and help you get comfortably settled. We offer pickup from any resort in Cancun, Costa Mujeres, and Riviera Maya.

06:00 am – Arrival at Mena Fly Fishing Lodge.

We’ll gather at our charming fishing lodge — easy street parking is available if you’re driving yourself. Meet your experienced guide and our warm local family team. Enjoy freshly brewed coffee and a light breakfast while we fine-tune your rod and flies for the day.

06:45 am – Morning Fishing Session.

It’s time to cast off! Enjoy a peaceful 4.5-hour fishing experience in the calm morning waters. You’ll be surrounded by nature — just you, your guide, and the thrill of the catch.

11:30 am – Lunch & Rest.

Recharge with a delicious homemade lunch, followed by some well-deserved downtime. You’ll have access to a private hotel room with A/C, hot shower, and bathroom — perfect for a power nap, freshening up, or simply relaxing.

This midday break is essential — it’s the hottest part of the day and the least active time for tarpon, so we pause to care for you and maximize the fishing results.

03:30 pm – Sunset fishing session.

As the sun begins to set, we head out for a 3.5-hour second session, with entirely new light, scenery, and conditions. It’s a beautiful way to end the day, and often the most rewarding!

07:30 pm – Farewell Bites & Departure.

Before heading back, we’ll serve you a light meal and hot coffee to enjoy while sharing stories from the day.

If you’ve booked transportation, your driver will be ready and waiting to take you safely back to your hotel — just as you started, with care and comfort.

Are you bringing your equipment? Recommended fishing equipment and flies:

For juvenile tarpon, we typically use 8 to 9-weight rods with floating lines, ideal for making accurate casts in shallow water — sometimes just a foot deep. Our go-to flies are small 1/0 wet flies and gurglers, designed to trigger aggressive strikes.
In the calm waters of the lagoons, we use 40–50 lb monofilament leaders, which sink more slowly than fluorocarbon — a big advantage in these conditions.
For those targeting larger, migratory tarpon, we gear up with 10 to 11-weight rods, intermediate sinking lines, and 2/0 flies.
Heavier 60–80 lb fluorocarbon leaders help manage the power of these giants. (Seasonal and under request)

If you have any question, give us a call.

The local Area: San Felipe, Yucatan Mexico

A true escape from the crowds, noise, and hurry of everyday life.

Welcome to San Felipe, Yucatan — a quiet, colorful fishing village with only 2,000 friendly residents. Known for its charming wooden houses, breathtaking sunsets, and delicious home-style meals, it’s a peaceful haven for those seeking tranquility and a deep connection with nature.

There are also magnificent tours for non-anglers:

Mayan ruins: Chichen Itza (one of the 7 wonders of the world), Ek-Balam
Las Coloradas – The Pink lagoon
Bird sightseeing
Crocodile sightseeing
Cenotes & cavern swimming
Beach exploring
Mangrove exploring

What am I going to eat?

Fuel your fishing adventure with delicious, three freshly prepared meals—all included! From hearty breakfasts with eggs, bacon, tortillas, and coffee, to flavorful lunches and dinners featuring local ingredients and Mayan-inspired dishes, every bite is a treat.

Got food allergies or special requests? Fili’s got you covered with personalized meals made with care.

Fresh, local, satisfying—just what every hungry angler needs after a day on the water.

Rates & Bookings

Direct booking, no middlemen — better prices and the highest quality, just the way it should be.

*All prices are per person and in US Dollars.

Angler on a single boat: $699

Angler on a double boat: $599

Non-angler rate: $100 per night (when paired with an angler booked at the single boat angler)

Private Roundtrip Transportation: $600 (up to 8 people) from any resort in Cancun, Costa Mujeres or Riviera Maya.

How to book? Check real availability online and save your spot with a 30% deposit and pay the rest upon arrival or contact us via WhatsApp.