Turneffe Atoll Equipment List
Shop For Your Next Turneffe Atoll Fly Fishing Adventure
This Belize Equipment List was created by Yellow Dog’s Belize Program Director, Matt Kelsic, to include everything you’ll need for a successful trip to Turneffe Atoll. From flies and fly lines to leaders and tippet, this list ensures you’ll arrive fully prepared to target bonefish, permit, and tarpon across the region’s diverse flats and lagoons.
Relevant to These Lodges: Turneffe Flats Lodge, Turneffe Island Resort
HELPFUL LINKS:
+ Belize Video Equipment List Series
+ Belize Fly Fishing Gear Guide: Everything You Need
Having extensively traveled and fly fished the world, we are the industry’s foremost authority on destination-specific equipment, gear, and flies. Over a week of fishing around Turneffe Atoll, anglers can expect shots at bonefish, permit, and potentially tarpon, barracuda, and more. If you are fishing for less than five days, we recommend a bare minimum of twenty-four flies or a more adequate selection of thirty six flies.
Sharks, barracuda, and more can be caught throughout the Turneffe Atoll fishery. Some general baitfish patterns are ideal for snook (use tarpon flies above), while mylar tube flies and poppers are great for targeting barracuda.
Over time, dirt, grime, and other contaminants can accumulate on your fly line, which can negatively impact your casting performance. A dirty fly line can stick to your guides and drag through the water, resulting in poor casting distance and accuracy. Regularly cleaning your fly line can help extend its lifespan. Dirt and other contaminants can cause the coating on your fly line to degrade faster, leading to cracks and other damage that can weaken the line. A clean fly line can help you detect subtle strikes and improve your overall fishing experience. A dirty line can reduce your ability to feel the fly and detect when a fish has taken it.
It is crucial and highly recommended that you bring high quality wading boots, not booties, to Turneffe Atoll.