David H. visited our friends at Da Bay Area Bonefish Lodge located on the famous flats of South Andros. Read about his experience below:
Did you find the trip booking process through Yellow Dog enjoyable and useful? If not, please share why.
- It could not have been any better. Fromm the customer service starting with Josh and Hank, to the logistics, travel insurance, and all other aspects, it was first rate quality.
Were the Yellow Dog pre-trip planning packet(s) and travel itinerary you received for your trip helpful and accurate? If not, how could it be improved?
- The packet answered all our questions and was well organized.
Did the lodging (rooms, dining area, social area, etc) match what you were expecting? If not, please provide additional comments or constructive feedback.
- The facilities exceeded my expectations. I was very comfortable.
Did the food (breakfast, lunch, dinner) match what you were expecting? If not, please provide additional comments or constructive feedback.
- All three exceeded all my expectations. There were even great appetizers before dinner.
Do you have any comments or constructive feedback based on the service, friendliness, etc of the lodge staff?
- Deangelo and staff were the best. This is the only bonefish lodge I plan to use.
Were you pleased with your guide(s) customer service, communication skills, professionalism, work ethic, and general fishing knowledge? If not, please share why.
- We used Leo the first day and requested him for the remainder of the trip. He is so kind and knowledgeable. He worked extremely hard to put us on fish every day.
What key piece(s) of gear, tackle, flies, soft goods, etc. made your trip successful?
- Waterproof pack. Good assortment of flies in a few different sizes and weights. We over stocked the flies needed, but we had them just in case.
What piece(s) of equipment would you not leave home without for this trip?
- We had pretty much what we needed and then some. The waterproof pack was essential. A good rain jacket came in handy one day.
Would you return to this destination? Please share why or why not.
- Plans are already in the works. I can't wait to get back.
About the Lodge: Opened in 2011, Da Bay Area Bonefish Lodge overlooks the expansive Mars Bay, the southernmost settlement on Andros Island. Not only is Mars Bay ideally located for easy access to the southern tip of the island’s extensive flats system, but the bay itself is a massive home flat system.
