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Tiamo Resort
Trip Summary:
Tiamo Resort is located on Andros Island, Bahamas. Good fishing is available year-round, with peak season October through July. This incredibly unique destination caters to couples, families, and hard-core anglers looking for more than just a typical bonefish lodge. At Tiamo, they have worked hard to remove the annoyances of everyday life - there are no TVs, no pollution, no disturbances, no deadlines, and certainly no stress. Totally remote, Tiamo is tucked away along the uninhabited southern shore of Andros Island's South Bight.
Fishing & General Information:
LENGTH OF STAY
Any length of stay is welcome at Tiamo from a weekend getaway to multi-week visits.
THE FISHING
While not the main focus of this destination, Tiamo works directly with the area’s top independent guides. Since the resort is located in the less populated south bight, the fishing grounds are expansive, less pressured, and full of eager bonefish! Numerous cuts, cays, inland flats, coastal flats and lagoons provide “endless” fishing grounds for the guides and you to explore during your time on Andros, an island that is justifiably known as the “Bonefishing Capitol of the World”. The guides will customize your day to your specifications and needs. Wade all day for tailing bones or spend your time poling the deeper flats from for larger bones. If you are new to saltwater fly fishing the guides are excellent instructors and can target large schools of smaller bones that pounce on flies. For the veteran angler the south bight is known for monster bonefish tipping the scales at over twelve pounds. Another bonus for this resort is the close proximity to the famed west side of Andros. Only a 25-minute run by boat enables you to hunt for tarpon, permit, and the classic west side milky-colored bones. Other species found on the flats are barracuda, mangrove snapper, and jacks. The resort’s beach offers shots at good-sized cruising bonefish throughout the year and can easily be waded on either side of the resort. This is ideal for those wishing to “sneak” some fishing in on a romantic or family getaway or during non-fishing days!
SEASON
Tiamo offers year-round fishing and guest accommodations. October through mid-July is peak season for fishing in Andros, when the weather and water temperatures are ideal.
January – February
A wide variety of fish species can be caught at the beginning of the calendar year. Best months for trophy bonefish! Lots of big barracuda on the flats as well.
March – April
Peak bonefish season for consistent weather of warm sunny days.
May – June
Bonefish, tarpon, and barracuda are plentiful. Winds are calmer and cooling afternoon rain showers are possible.
July – September
Morning fishing is best for bonefish, as the flats heat up quickly. Great months for stalking barracuda, sharks, and snapper. Calm winds, with the exception of the random Caribbean storm. Tarpon are also available.
October – December
All of the bights of Andros are great during these months. Good time of the year to find the elusive permit.
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BOATS AND EQUIPMENT OFFERED
Anglers fish from skiffs, complete with poling platforms, outboards, and spacious casting decks. They are roomy and comfortable.
Accommodations:
THE LODGING
Eleven private, environmentally-friendly bungalows provide accommodations for up to 22 total guests at a time. Overhanging eves, large palm trees, ceiling fans, and screened windows keep these guest quarters cool with minimal power usage. Each bungalow is decorated with Bahamian pastel colors and décor, and each has its own private bathroom. Imagine yourself walking along the private pathway from your bungalow to the azure waters of the south bight and lounging in your hammock or beach chair to watch the sun set over the bight. This is what this destination specializes in; relaxing in style with unmatched service.
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
Accommodations in private beachfront bungalow with bathroom and king-size bed (2 twin-beds optional,) daily gourmet dinner by executive Chef Anna Salmon, full service breakfast & lunch, guided snorkeling trips and nature tours, daily maid service, snacks & hors d'oeuvres, use of kayaks, sailboats and snorkeling equipment, and transportation to and from the airport .
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
International travel and domestic travel to Congo Town, gratuities for staff and guides, bar drinks (there is a well-stocked bar with only the best of liquors, beer and a great wine list,) and guided fishing and diving excursions. There is also an $11 per day, per person hotel tax.
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
There are three ways to reach Tiamo and Congo Town. The first is via the regularly scheduled Western Air flight from Nassau, and the second is via private charter from Nassau, Ft. Lauderdale or Miami. The third and easiest way to get to Congo Town is via Lynx Air, a service that now flies on Wednesdays and Saturdays DIRECT from Fort Lauderdale.
If you are planning on traveling via Western Air you will first need to travel to Nassau. Once you arrive in Nassau head for the domestic terminal, where you will catch a short 15-minute flight to Congo Town Airport (TZN), South Andros. Western Air flies to Congo Town twice a day. The first flight is at 7:30 AM and the second departs to Congo Town at 3:00 PM. A round trip ticket is approximately $100.00 Incoming parties are asked to arrive on the afternoon flight into Congo Town whenever possible.
You can also fly directly from Nassau or Florida to South Andros by booking a private air charter. These charters are available from either Ft. Lauderdale or Miami. Please call Yellow Dog for a complete listing of charter services that fly to Congo Town. Float planes are available from Nassau and can land directly in front of the resort!
Upon arrival on the island, a shuttle will be waiting at the Congo Town airport for you and your party. This shuttle will transport you to the dock where the resort’s private boat will take you to the resort. The boat ride is about 20 minutes and a bimini roof on the boat will keep you out of the sun or sheltered from a rare rainstorm.
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:
Tiamo specializes in alternative activities aside from fishing. This is why you visit this destination. Included in your stay there are a number of free activities. You can take off down the Bight for an afternoon of kayaking. You can fish right off the Tiamo Beach or sail one of the easy-to-navigate vessels into the beautiful Bahamian sunset. Explore the crystal clear waters of South Andros and the South Bight with complimentary snorkeling gear or stay ashore and explore the diverse wildlife on a guided or unguided nature tour. The Nature Concierge Team is a knowledgeable and friendly part of the staff, and they offer complementary guided trips to some of the most beautiful, exotic, and breathtaking natural sights in the area. See the amazing Blue Holes, the mysterious Crack, or the endless miles of coral reef along the eastern coast of Andros Island. This is a great place to learn about the ecology and fragile natural systems of the Caribbean.
Other Information / Testimonials:
As part of their environmental philosophy and their "total relaxation" philosophy, Tiamo has no wireless or internet access or air conditioning!
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