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Stella Maris Resort and Bonefishing
Trip Summary:
Stella Maris Resort Club is an "elegant casual" destination located on the northern end of Long Island catering not only to the serious flats angler but to families, large groups, significant others, and non-anglers as well. Stella Maris Resort is located on North Long Island, Bahamas. Stella Maris offers year-round fly fishing for bonefish with February through May considered peak months. Additional opportunities for tarpon, permit, barracuda and jacks are available. Stella Maris can accommodate up to 8 flats fishermen, 8 reef/bluewater fishermen, and up to 50 non-anglers per week. Stella Maris targets flats species including Bonefish, permit, tarpon, barracuda and jacks as well as bluewater species including yellowfin tuna, wahoo, dorado, and billfish.
Fishing & General Information:
LENGTH OF STAY
Trips of any length are available. With all of the amenities and non-angling activities, Stella Maris is the perfect place for family retreats, couple's getaways, group trips, and large corporate trips.
THE FISHING
The majority of the bonefishing takes place within a short distance from Stella Maris Marina in Adderley’s, Glenton’s, and Joe Sound’s Bay. The boat ride to these areas will range from 5 to 10 minutes with the majority of the fishing done from the boat. There are wading opportunities in the Stella Maris area, but the guides take advantage of the extensive flats system by covering more water by poling. If you enjoy wading, there are two large lagoon areas located further north called Cape Santa Maria and Columbus Harbour. Not only do these areas provide great wading situations, they are also drop-dead gorgeous, with beautiful white sand and sapphire water surrounded by rocky cliffs.
Schools of bonefish in the Stella Maris area can number anywhere from 40 to over 400, with the sizes of fish ranging anywhere from 2 to over 15 pounds. These schools can be found on the flats year-round due to the southerly location of Long Island and the warm consistent North Equatorial current. Permit can also be targeted during certain times of the year. Whether you are a first-time saltwater fisherman or an experienced angler, the guides at Stella Maris will provide you with a day on the water that you will not forget. All of the guides are Long Island natives who are endorsed by the Bahamian government as Bahamas Flyfishing Guides. By being committed to ensuring total client satisfaction, the guides are very patient, instructive, knowledgeable, and can adapt to the experience level of any angler.
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BOATS AND EQUIPMENT OFFERED
Guides utilize Hewes 16 foot skiffs complete with poling platforms, 90 HP Yamaha outboards, and spacious casting decks. Each boat also has life jackets and cell phones for emergencies.
Accommodations:
THE LODGING
There are many options to choose from at Stella Maris - be it a place to rest your head between fishing days or deluxe, full-service accommodations designed to satisfy family and group needs. All guests have access to all of the resort’s amenities including three pools, seven Atlantic beach coves, daily boat cruises, snorkeling tours, guided land and beach tours, tennis courts, recreation room, weight room, private beach access, and nighttime activities.
Lodge Rooms
These rooms are located near the main lodge dining room and bar at the top of the hill with stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and the east coast of Long Island. Each room is equipped with individual A/C, ceiling fan, small refrigerator, hair dryer, coffee maker, patio or balcony with ocean view. Units contain either two double beds or a king size bed.
Cottages
The cottages are all 1 bedroom units that are great for couples or a single angler looking for extra space. The cottages surround a pool and are located halfway up the hill between the ocean and main lodge. Each has a full bathroom and a small living room equipped with A/C.
Ocean Villas
Ocean Villas can satisfy two couples or small groups. The units are located on the Atlantic Coast with an upper living room and open kitchen. There are two spacious balconies that face the Atlantic ocean and the resort. All ocean villas contain two bedrooms on the lower level with A/C, two bathrooms, and patio. There is also beach access and a nature pool. Full time use of a rental car can be included with the ocean villa package.
Bungalows
Bungalows are mainly used for groups of 4 to 8 people and are great way to have your own private house on the beach. All units are very attractive with a rustic interior. Some of the 3 and 4 bedroom units have separated outside entrances to the bedrooms for added privacy along with the private pool option. As you go downstairs from the bedrooms the rear of the house opens out to very large private saltwater pool which directly overlooks the Atlantic Ocean above the beach. All of the bungalows are superb facilities with large terraces, a gazebo, pool, and bar and grill. Breathtaking Atlantic settings! Please call Yellow Dog for more details on the bungalows.
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Rates & Details:
RATES
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Travel arrangements and lodge bookings are handled through our travel partner, Yellow Dog FlyFishing Adventures, LLC (YDFA). We work together to combine all of the best that a Full Service Fly Shop and a Specialty Fly Fishing Travel Booking Company can provide. YDFA terms and conditions apply. Click here to learn more about YDFA terms, deposit/payment information and cancellation/refund policies.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
All accommodations at the resort and Stella Maris packages also include the following activities: daily land, beach, snorkeling excursions, two full day boat cruises per week, use of sailboats, use of sea-kayaks, eco-tours, cave party, rum punch party, pool party, live music, and dances.
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
Meals, government room tax, round-trip ground transfer from Stella Maris airport, ground transfers to Stella Maris Marina, gratuities for maid, housekeeping, and wait staff, airfare from home town to Stella Maris Resort, alcoholic beverages and bar tab, soft drinks, gratuities for fishing guides only, airport departure taxes, gift shop purchases, telephone calls, personal fishing equipment.
DEPOSIT INFORMATION
A 50% deposit (per angler) of the total package cost for each trip is due to Yellow Dog Flyfishing Adventures (YDFA) within 10 days of booking to secure the reservation. Guides and dates cannot be held or reserved without a deposit. YDFA reserves the right to charge a handling fee of $100 per person for date changes after the initial reservation has been made. Full payment is due 90 days prior to departure.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Click here to view Yellow Dog Flyfishing Adventures terms and conditions.
Travel Specifics:
HOW TO GET THERE
Stella Maris Resort Air Service can provide direct round trip service from Nassau, Bahamas on their privately owned and operated aircraft. If you are using this service you should arrive in Nassau, Bahamas no later than 3:00 PM for the short, 1-hour flight to Long Island. Daily service from Nassau, Bahamas is also available on Bahamas Air and Southern Air. There are charter options available from Nassau to Stella Maris through Southern Air and Pineapple Air. Please call Yellow Dog for more information on getting to Stella Maris.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
As of 2006, all U.S. citizens are required to have a valid passport that does not expire within 6 months of trips dates. Please be sure that your passport has at least two blank, unstamped pages remaining in back, and that it is not torn, delaminated, or damaged in any way.
TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS
Yellow Dog can assist with the travel arrangements for all destinations that we offer! Contact Us for details on airfare, itineraries, and details.
ESSENTIAL GEAR
Bahamas Bonefishing gear should include 9' Fly Rods in both 8 and/or 9 weight depending on conditions. For calm, delicate presentations, a 7 weight Fly Rod can be used. Saltwater conditions and hard running Bonefish demand the best of your equipment. Quality anodized reels with smooth drag systems, larger arbors, and capacity for at least 150 yards of 20 pound test backing. Floating Saltwater Fly line with fluorocarbon leaders ranging from 9' to 12' in 10, 12, 15 and 20 lb. test. You should also have tippet ranging from 8 lb. to 15 lb. test. Smaller shrimp patterns in tan and pink are Bahamas favorites. Crab patters can also be effective for both Bonefish and Permit. This is a remote tropical destination with limited/no opportunity to purchase gear so you need to come prepared to make the most out of your fishing trip.
Click here for the customized list of everything you need for the trip.
Call or e-mail us and we'll be happy to assist you!
Non-Angling Activities:
Stella Maris has a complete list of non-angling activities including local island hopping by plane (pre-arranged trips only), scuba diving, snorkeling, shark diving, guided land tours, guided water/boat tours, biking, sea-kayaking, tennis, weight room, pools, catered parties, rental cars, sailing, eco-tours, cave parties, weekly live music, dances, and more parties!
Other Information / Testimonials:
This unique location on Long Island also offers access to some breathtaking scenery and remote blue holes. These inland blue holes are subterranean caves passages, which are the most extensive in the world. These are favorite spots for snorkeling, scuba diving, breath-taking jumps, and social gatherings.
TESTIMONIALS
"Just a quick email to thank you from us to Stella Maris and Docky Smith. It was a good choice for us - we had a great trip! The bonefish were very cooperative, and I even had a shot at a nice big permit. I managed to make a perfect cast, only to have him glance down at the fly, look back up at me, smile in the teasing way only a permit can, and slowly swim away! We will gladly use Yellow Dog again, and will pass your website on to our fishing friends."
- Dave C. of Manchester, NH
"Your suggestion of Stella Maris for us was perfect, and Docky was great. Like all good guides, he quickly assessed our abilities, and unlike some guides, he went out of his way to adjust his boat handling to compensate for our weaknesses. To me, that is above and beyond the call of duty. His communication and instruction was great. Aside from that, the service and the staff at Stella Maris were first rate, and the food is something that we really looked forward to each night. In conclusion, if anyone asks me if I would book through Yellow Dog, the answer is - 'In a heartbeat!' Thanks again."
- Dave C. of Woodstock, VT
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