Belize

Belize River Lodge

Olde Belize River

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Accommodations

Guest House, Cottages & Bungalows // Capacity - 16 Anglers

Season

Year-Round

Species

Tarpon, Permit, Bonefish, Snook & Jack Crevalle

Ideal For

Solo Anglers & Friends

True Jungle Setting on the Banks of the Olde Belize River

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Belize River Lodge is a legendary, world-class fishing lodge that has been in continuous operation since 1960. Originally opened as Barothy’s Caribbean Lodge Ltd., it was the first fishing lodge in all of Belize. Today, the lodge is still going strong, offering anglers easy access to several rivers, creeks, the Barrier Reef, and the area’s vast offshore system of flats and mangrove cays. It is without a doubt one of the top tarpon fishing destinations in Belize, offering anglers consistent tarpon action as well as shots at bonefish, permit, snook, and more.

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Lodging Details
Located in a true jungle setting only minutes from the Belize International Airport, the Lodge sits directly on the banks of the Olde Belize River amongst the palm, coconut, mahogany, logwood, and mango trees. The Main Lodge houses the kitchen, office, a well-stocked fly tying area, dining room, lounge area, screened-in porch, and a self-service bar. The main lodge is air-conditioned, so guests can enjoy a cool, relaxing meal to start and end their day. All rooms feature wireless internet, alarm clocks, and outlet plugs with 4 USB slot surge protector charging stations. Accommodation options at the Lodge include The Guest House, The Cottage, and The Bungalow.

The Guest House
A two-story mahogany building that features four separate rooms. Each room features two single beds, a private shower, ceiling fans, air conditioning, and a screened veranda overlooking the Belize River.

The Cottage
A great setup for two groups of two or a single family of four. Each room has a private shower, ceiling fans, air conditioning, and two single beds. Both rooms are separated by a connecting door and share an open veranda. One of the cottage rooms also features an additional sitting area.

The Bungalow
Features two rooms, each with a double and a queen bed, private shower, ceiling fans, air conditioning, and a large screened veranda.

Food and Beverages
From the Lodge’s kitchen comes a popular selection of the best Belizean, Creole, and American cuisine, and the cooks use the freshest and finest ingredients from throughout the area. The dining room's claim to fame is three solid-slab mahogany dining tables, which for years, have been home to some of the finest dining, socializing, and storytelling in all of Belize! When you return to the Lodge from fishing each day, fresh water and ice will be ready and waiting in your room.

Typical Length of Stay
The average package is a seven (7) nights / six (6) fishing days package, although trips and itineraries of any length can be accommodated. You can arrive or depart any day of the week, as the Lodge has no preset arrival or departure days.

Non-Angling Activities and Options
The country of Belize is a very interesting place to visit, with a diverse culture, a varied landscape, and a plethora of activities. Belize River Lodge has developed a program catering to non-angling guests. All tours arranged through the Lodge are guided by professional, English-speaking guides and tour operators. Tour choices include numerous Mayan ruins, caves and waterfalls, horseback riding, bird watching, manatee watching trips, wildlife trips (to view howler monkeys, iguanas, turtles, and crocodiles), trips to the Belize Zoo, snorkeling, scuba diving San Pedro and Hol Chan Marine Park, day trips to Caye Caulker, and much more.

Internet / Communications
Wi-Fi is available free of charge for lodge guests. Please bring your own laptop or mobile device to access the internet. Depending on your service plan, some cell phones may also work at the lodge.

How To Get There
International flights to Belize City’s Philip Goldson International Airport (BZE) go through Miami, Dallas, Houston, Atlanta, Denver, Newark, Chicago, and Charlotte. The major airlines currently servicing and flying to Belize in the immediate future are American Airlines, United, Delta, Southwest Airlines, & Alaska Airlines.

Arrival and Departure Details / Times
The close proximity of Belize River Lodge to the International Airport (BZE) means that you can arrive in Belize at any time of the day and easily transfer to the lodge without worrying about additional in-country flights and further travel time.

Documents Required
All U.S. citizens are required to have a valid passport that does not expire within six (6) months of trip dates. Please be sure that your passport has at least two blank, unstamped pages remaining in the back, and that it is not torn, delaminated, or damaged in any way. Citizens of the U.S., the British Commonwealth, Canada, Mexico, Costa Rica, and the European Community are NOT required to have Visas.

Minors Traveling To Belize Without Both Parents
If you are planning on traveling with minors, remember that all children 18 years of age or younger entering Belize accompanied by only one parent or legal guardian must have a NOTARIZED letter of consent from the other parent stating the child/children have his/her permission to enter the country. Single parents need a notarized documentation of divorce decree or death certificate of spouse. Minors unaccompanied by either parent require a NOTARIZED letter of consent signed by both parents.

Travel Arrangements
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General Information
Belize River Lodge offers anglers access to an extremely large area and a wide variety of fishing conditions, fish species, habitats, and scenery. Fish species generally found in the area include bonefish, tarpon, permit, snook, cubera snapper, jacks, barracuda, grouper, and others. In this particular area of Belize, you will find a complex system of river mouths, creeks, lagoons, flats, small cayes, mangrove islands, and – further offshore – the Barrier Reef.

Bonefish within this ecosystem average from two to four pounds, with larger fish found on a regular basis throughout the year. The tarpon fishing in this part of the Caribbean can be amazing, as the area is home to resident fish that range in size from 10 to over 80 pounds. The greatest number of larger tarpon are typically found in the months of March through May, although “giants” have been caught every month of the year. As far as the permit fishing goes, this part of the coast offers some excellent habitat and flats that are home to fish ranging in size from 5 to over 30 pounds. Permit in this area can be found throughout the year. For anglers interested in chasing snook, the rivers, creeks, and mangrove lagoons fished from the lodge offer some of the best possibilities in the region.

Boats and Equipment
Anglers fish from 23-foot pangas (flats skiffs) - usually two-to-a-boat. Each panga is equipped with a poling platform, a removable lean bar (casting brace) on the bow, rod holders, and a modern outboard engine. All of the lodge guides are Belizeans who know the area's waters well. The guides are friendly, talented, hard-working, patient, and very capable of offering instruction, whether you are a fly caster or spin fisherman. Belize River Lodge has a good selection of Sage and Winston fly rod and reel outfits for rent ($20 per day) as well as a basic selection of appropriate flies, fly lines, and leaders.

Package Rates
Remember that Yellow Dog's services are completely free! When you book a trip with Yellow Dog, you never pay more than when you book directly with the lodge or outfitter. All prices listed below are per person and quoted in US dollars. Trips of any length can be arranged, so please call Yellow Dog for details and custom package pricing.

2023 Rates

Double Occupancy Accommodations and Fishing (pricing is per person)
3 Nights / 2 Days of fishing – $2,125.00
4 Nights / 3 Days of fishing – $2,975.00
5 Nights / 4 Days of fishing – $3,775.00
6 Nights / 5 Days of fishing – $4,550.00
7 Nights / 6 Days of fishing – $5,350.00
8 Nights / 7 Days of fishing – $5,995.00

Single Occupancy Accommodations and Fishing
3 Nights / 2 Days of fishing – $3,050.00
4 Nights / 3 Days of fishing – $4,250.00
5 Nights / 4 Days of fishing – $5,425.00
6 Nights / 5 Days of fishing – $6,550.00
7 Nights / 6 Days of fishing – $7,695.00
8 Nights / 7 Days of fishing – $8,575.00

With the Non-Angler Rate, this guest may relax at the Lodge or accompany their angling partner in the skiff (if space is available). The Non-Angler Package does not include activities, but Eco-Adventure tour packages may be arranged. Please contact Yellow Dog for further details.

What's Included:

The number of nights lodging specified in your package
All guided fishing as specified round-trip land water transfers between Belize International Airport and the lodge
Three meals per day
Non-alcoholic beverages, soda, and drinking water
Wi-Fi Service
9% hotel tax and 12.5% GSTToiletries provided in rooms: shampoo, conditioner, lotion, and soap

What's Not Included:

International flight to and from Belize City
Beer and alcohol
Gratuities for guides and lodge staff
Fishing equipment, flies, and tackle
Belize fishing license (US $25.00 per week, per angler)
Non-fishing activities and adventure packages

Belize River Lodge and Long Caye Outpost Lodge (Belize City, Belize)
TERMS AND CONDITIONS – CANCELLATIONS
A deposit of 50% per person is due at the time of booking to hold both space and guides on all packages. No space or guides will be held without receipt of deposit. Full pre-payment is due 90 days prior to date of trip. All cancellations must be received in writing, sent to Yellow Dog Flyfishing Adventures, LLC. For cancellations, deposits and/or final payments will be refunded outside of 120 days prior to trip (minus a $100.00 processing fee per guest charged by Belize River Lodge in addition to a $100 per person cancellation fee charged by Yellow Dog Flyfishing) upon receipt of written notification. Inside of 120 days from start of trip, deposits and/or final payments are non-refundable and no credits will be issued unless Belize River Lodge and/or Yellow Dog are able to resell the trip(s) (in which case there will also be a $100.00 processing fee per guest charged by Belize River Lodge in addition to a $100 per person fee charged by Yellow Dog Flyfishing.) Yellow Dog strongly recommends that anglers and guests purchase travel insurance for your trip. Belize River Lodge and Long Caye Outpost Lodge will not refund payments in the event of a hurricane or poor weather, or for unused portions of any package. Receipt of deposit and/or final payment is acknowledgment that registrant has read and accepts the deposit, cancellation, refund and responsibility clauses for these packages.

Payment Terms for All Yellow Dog Trip Bookings
Unless otherwise noted on your invoice, for all trips less than 90 days out, full payment is required after receipt of the confirmation email to secure guides and reservations. For trips outside of 90 days, a 50% deposit is required upon receipt of confirmation email to confirm your reservations.

Yellow Dog accepts on-line payments via a secure payment portal – a quick and easy way to complete your trip reservation. Please reach out to accounting@yellowdogflyfishing.com to gain access.

Yellow Dog Flyfishing Standard Forms of Payment

Debit card (fee-free) and credit card (3% convenience fee) - to pay via card please utilize the customer payment portal. If you need assistance, reach out to 406-585-8667 ext. #3
Wires - please include name and/or invoice number for reference on your wire. Please reach out to accounting@yellowdogflyfishing.com for wiring instructions. (client is responsible for wiring fees)
Physical check - please include your invoice number in the memo. Mail checks to 213 S. Willson Ave. Bozeman, MT, 59715

If you have any questions about alternate payment methods, please contact Yellow Dog at (406) 585-8667 ext. #3. We are available Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM MT.