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La Pescadora Travel Information and

Outfitting Program

Please print a copy of this document to bring with you on your trip. The information will

be very helpful if there are any issues.

Travel Planning

Please carefully read the following information well in advance of your departure. It will

help answer most questions concerning your travel to and from La Pescadora in Punta

Allen.

Flight Scheduling

All guests should book flights to Cancun, Mexico. From there, La Pescadora will provide

a shuttle for up to eight guests to the lodge in Punta Allen for an additional $500.00

USD roundtrip. There are two shuttle options from Cancun to the lodge depending on

the timing of flights. If guests arrive in Cancun before 1:00 PM, they can take a three

hour shuttle to a boat in Cesiak, just south of Tulum. The boat ride to the lodge is 40

minutes from there. If guests cannot arrive before 1:00 PM, the shuttle will take them

directly to the lodge in a five to six hour time frame. All airline or private flight itineraries

must be supplied to WorldCast Anglers 30 days in advance of your arrival in Cancun.

Required Documents

You must supply your passport as proof of citizenship to obtain a Mexican Tourist Card

to enter the country. The Tourist Card application is issued at the ticket counter by

airlines that fly into Mexico. Please fill it out in flight and present it along with your proof

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of citizenship to the immigration officials when you arrive in Cancun. For proof of

citizenship you can use ONLY a:

1. Valid Passport from your country of origin (check expiration date). The tourist card

will be checked at your first point of entry. The immigrations official will retain one copy

and give you the other, which you must surrender at the airline ticket counter when you

check in for your return flight. Keep your copy (Tourist Card) in your possession during

your stay in Mexico. No visas or inoculations are required for US citizens. A Mexican

departure tax is payable at the airport when leaving Mexico. Some airlines include this

as a prepaid part of your ticket. Please check with your travel agent or carrier to verify

this.

Traveling with Minors

Children 17 years of age or younger entering Mexico accompanied by only one parent

must have a notarized letter of consent form 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 by both parents.

Baggage

If you arrive in Cancun and cannot find your luggage, you must report it to an airline

representative before you leave the baggage claim area. If you do not, it is likely that

you will not recover your lost items. Listed on the page below is the address and contact

information that you should use when reporting lost luggage.

In Transit Emergencies or Flight Delays

If your flight is cancelled, delayed or you are forced to change flights, please call one of

the numbers listed below to report your new itinerary.

La Pescadora Contact Information

Address (lost luggage): Rancho Pescadora

Domicilio Conocido s/n, Camino al Faro

Punta Allen, Quintana

Email (best way): [email protected]

Phone (Lily’s house): +52 1984 139 1231

Lodge: No phone as of now, soon to have a SAT phone





U.S Customs Registration

To certify proof of ownership of cameras, jewelry or any other valuables you should

obtain a U.S. Customs registration certificate from a U.S. Customs office before you

depart the U.S. This certificate can be very useful when reentering the U.S.

Arrival in Cancun

Upon arriving in Cancun airport you will be processed by Immigration. Next, you will

claim your baggage and clear Customs. After customs, proceed to the Arrival Area

outside, where the shuttle driver will meet you with a sign for La Pescadora with your

party name on it. The Arrival Lobby will be busy with tour operators and other arriving

passengers so it can be quite chaotic.

Staying in Cancun

If you would like to spend a night or two in Cancun prior to your arrival at La Pescadora,

you must arrange your own transportation to your hotel when you arrive. There is a

variety of transportation options available at the airport. Please let WorldCast Anglers

know the hotel you are planning to stay at 30 days before you arrive in Cancun. The

shuttle will meet you at your hotel on the day you wish to travel to La Pescadora.

Mexican Fishing License

A mandatory Mexican fishing license can be purchased upon arrival at the lodge with

cash. It is $140.00 Mexican Pesos per person/ per day, or $336.00 Mexican Pesos per

person/ per week, or $450.00 Mexican Pesos per person/ per month, or $600.00

Mexican Pesos per person/ per year.

Daily Routine at La Pescadora

Each morning, the cooks arrive early and set up coffee on the bar by 6:00 AM at the

latest. Breakfast is served at 7:00 AM to head out fishing by 8:00 AM. Guides arrive by

7:00 AM to prep boats and help clients rig up. Lunch is packed in a cooler on the boat.

Fisherman return to the lodge around 4:00 PM but can stay on the water until later if

interested. Appetizers are served at the bar between 6:00 and 7:00 PM. Dinner is

typically served around 7:00 PM but can be earlier or later depending on group or

individual’s preference. The bar is open all afternoon and evening. La Pescadora will

run a bar tab for each guest to pay at the end of the stay with cash or check only.




The Lodge

Main Lodge

The main lodge is built and decorated with exposed mahogany and cedar with an open

bar and dining area on the ground floor and an additional common space upstairs. On

the front porch, there are two additional seating areas for post fishing drinks and

appetizers.

Bar

The bar is fully stocked with an ice machine and a variety of liquors, wines, sodas,

mixers and ice cold local beers. If any guests would like a particular liquor while staying

at La Pescadora, it is recommended that the bottle be brought down with the guests. A

bar tab will be kept for each guest to be paid at the end of the stay by cash or check

only.

Food

All meals are prepared on site by local chefs with locally sourced ingredients. The

cuisine is a combination of traditional Mayan cuisine with Caribbean and American

influences. The daily breakfast offerings include a choice of fresh fruit, eggs, meats and

pancakes. The specialty of the lodge are the traditional Huevos Rancheros. Each boat’s

cooler is packed every day with sandwiches, fruit, cookies, crackers and cold beverages

for lunch on the water.

* All meals can be altered or changed to accommodate dietary restrictions or requests.

Please inform WorldCast no later than 30 days out of any specific requirements.

Bedrooms

On either side of the main lodge, there are two single level cabins with double

occupancy rooms. Each cabin has a private bathroom, two full sized beds, screened

windows, shelving and storage area for gear, a ceiling fan, reading lamps, air

conditioning units and small deck with a personal hammock.

Air Conditioning

Each bedroom has an AC unit. Although the lodge has 24 hour electricity, the AC only




runs at night when the generator is run. This time frame is typically 7:00 or 8:00 PM to

6:00 or 7:00 AM each night.

Internet

La Pescadora has wireless internet and 24 hour power so access to the internet is

always available during your stay. There is a laptop that can be used by guests if they

did not bring a phone, laptop or tablet.

Phone

There is no phone at the lodge yet. In case of emergencies, there is access to a phone

at Lily’s (on site manager) home. A fixed, satellite phone is going to be installed soon.

Laundry

Clothing items can be washed at La Pescadora every 24 hours. There is a small charge

per item.

Drinking Water

All drinking water is purified. There is 1.5 liter bottled water in each room, and water in

the kitchen that is bought at the store in 20 liter jugs. All ice is made from purified water

including the ice machine at the bar.

Gratuities

The recommended standard base gratuity is $60.00 USD per boat, per day. If you have

an exceptional day (permit, grand slam or super slam) more is greatly appreciated. As

for house staff La Pescadora recommends $15.00 - $20.00 per client per day to divide

between kitchen, housekeeper, server, rod cleaner. A tip on the bar tab for the

bartender is also greatly appreciated. A 10% gratuity for the airport transfer is

recommended as well.

Equipment

Having the proper equipment can mean everything when fishing the waters around La

Pescadora. This list of recommended tackle will not only make the fishing experience

more comfortable but will also improve each angler’s chances at catching more and




bigger fish.

Fly Rods

Each angler should ideally have three rods: 7 weight or 8 weight, 9 weight, and 10

weight. The 7 weight and 8 weight are great for bonefish. The 9 weight and 10 weight

are ideal for permit, tarpon and snook. Extra rods are always a good thing as these fish

species are not friendly to equipment, especially rods.

Fly Reels

All reels should be saltwater specific and capable of holding a full fly line as well as 250

yards of 20-30 lbs. backing. Drag systems are absolutely paramount and must be high

quality and smooth. The reel is arguably the most important piece of equipment when

fishing for bonefish, permit, tarpon or snook. These species of fish at La Pescadora will

test the limits of your reel’s drag system.

Fly Lines

Every reel should be outfitted with floating tropical fly lines that match each rod weight

(8,9, and 10). Airflo, Scientific Angler and Orvis have superb selections of saltwater

lines. If possible, carry an extra spool or line just in case the original is damaged.

Leaders

The basic leaders should be 9 feet or longer and tapered. The best and easiest plan is

to buy pre-tied bonefish, permit, snook and tarpon leaders from Scientific Anglers or

Orvis and separate spools of 10 lbs, 12 lbs, 16-20 lbs (permit), 20-60 lbs (jacks and

tarpon) tippet.

Fly Selection

La Pescadora has very limited fly selections so it is very important to bring the right flies

down with you. Please contact WorldCast Anglers or La Pescadora directly to inquire

about flies, suggestions and current conditions. WorldCast Anglers can order any flies

for guests or put together fly selections for all the species and fishing conditions one

might encounter at La Pescadora.

Some of the recommended flies for each species of fish listed below:




Bonefish Flies:

- Crazy Charlie - sizes 4-6 (medium lead weighted eyes) in white/cream, pink, and light

tan, Qty. 6

- Crazy Charlie - sizes 4-6 (bead chain eyes) in white/ cream, pink, and light tan,

Qty. 6

- Flashy Charlie - sizes 4-6 (both medium lead eyes and bead chain eyes) in pink and

pearl, Qty. 6

- Squimp - sizes 4-6 (both medium yellow eyes and bead chain eyes) in tan, Qty. 6

- Other productive patterns: Gotchas, Puffs, Grass Shrimps, Bonefish Muddlers,

Snapping Shrimps and Baited Breaths

Permit Flies:

- Rag Head Crab - size 2 in tan (preferably with yellow lead eyes), Qty. 4

- Kung Fu Crab - size 2 in tan & tan/ olive, Qty. 2

- McCrab - size 2 in natural, Qty. 2

- Squimp - size 2 in tan (preferably with yellow lead eyes), Qty. 4

- SS Permit Crab - size 2 in tan, Qty. 2

- Avalon Crab - size 2 in tan, Qty. 2

- Becks Fleeing Crab - size 2 and 4 in tan, Qty. 2 of each

Tarpon and Snook Flies:

- Puglisi Peanut Butter - size 2/0 in grey/white and black/purple, Qty. 2 each color

- Tarpon Toad - size 2/0 in chartreuse, black, white and green, Qty. 2 in each color

- Skok’s Mushmouth - size 2/0 in sand/ white, Qty. 2

- Backcountry Sweeper - Size 1/0 in white - Qty. 2

*Please contact WorldCast Anglers by phone at 1-800-654-0676 or 208-787-0082, or by

email at [email protected] to discuss fly selection or place an order.

Flats Fly Fishing Accessories

The following are checklists of items that we recommend you bring to La Pescadora.

Essential:

Polarized Sunglasses with Copper/ Brown Lenses (absolutely essential to spot fish and

protect eyes, bring an extra pair if possible)

Snippers

Hemostats

Dry Bag, Backpack

Sunscreen

Lip Balm





Insect Repellent

Flashlight, Headlamp

Extra Batteries

Optional

Knot Book

Zap A Gap

Reel Covers

Hook Sharpener

Reel Lubricant

Scales

Tape Measure

Pocket Knife

Nail Knot Tool

Leader Material

Fly Line Dressing

Needle Nose Pliers

Medical Tape (casting blisters on fingers)

Lumbar Support Fishing Belt

Required Medications

Reading Materials

Travel First Aid Kit

Camera and accessories

Shirts and Pants for Fishing

There are a multitude of brands that sell clothing specifically for fishing. Some of the

best brands are Simms, Patagonia, Orvis, Columbia, and Ex-Officio. The key aspects of

tropical fishing clothing are lightweight, breathable, quick dry and full coverage for sun

and bug protection. Shorts are very comfortable but if sun and bugs are a personal

issue, look into quick dry wading pants.

Feet Gear

Flats wading shoes are highly recommended. They have a rigid sole that help protect

your feet from any coral or shells. Simms and Orvis both carry models.

Sun Protection

Wide brimmed hats or a hats with front and rear brims and a dark under bill are very

helpful when sighting fish.

Buffs (manufactured by Buff, Simms and Patagonia) are great for protecting the face

and neck from sun and wind.




Sun gloves are also a great idea for those who want to limit all exposure. Simms, Dr.

Shade and Buff all manufacture good models.

Non Fishing Related Gear

Shirts and Pants for the Lodge

La Pescadora is located on a beach in the tropics of the Caribbean. This climate is

warm and humid but there is usually a light breeze. We recommend lightweight, cotton

clothing in lighter colors. In the morning and day, dress for the day of fishing. In the

evening, dress is casual around the lodge.

Pants/ Shorts - at least 2 pairs in lightweight fabric

Long Sleeved Shirts - light color/ fabric

Short Sleeved Shirts/ Tops - polos, button downs, T-shirts for men, lightweight cotton

knit for women

Cotton Dresses - lightweight cotton dresses or shorts are perfect for women

For Ladies - athletic brassiere for boat rides on choppy water

Cotton Sweater, Sweatshirts or Jacket for cool mornings evenings (December - April)

Shoes - bring at least one pair of rubber soled or non-slip boat shoes. Tennis shoes or

sandals are perfect for evening and mornings around the lodge

Swim Suits - great for swimming or hanging out on beach and around lodge


