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Turneffe Flats Resort

Turneffe Flats Resort

$600-1,100/night

HomeLodgesBelizeTurneffe Flats Resort
4.7(51 reviews)

About Turneffe Flats Resort

Turneffe Flats Resort is situated on the Turneffe Atoll, the largest coral atoll in the Western Hemisphere, approximately thirty miles offshore from Belize City. The resort occupies a palm-fringed island within the atoll's protected interior, surrounded by an intricate system of mangrove-lined flats, sand bores, and coral channels that together constitute one of the most diverse and productive saltwater fly fishing environments in the Caribbean. Bonefish, permit, tarpon, barracuda, jack crevalle, and snook all inhabit the atoll's waters in fishable numbers, providing a variety of fly-rod targets that few destinations can match.

The fishing program at Turneffe Flats is led by a team of Belizean guides who have grown up on the atoll and possess an intimate knowledge of its tides, currents, and seasonal fish movements. Each morning, anglers board flats skiffs for a short run to the day's fishing grounds, which might range from white-sand bonefish flats inside the lagoon to deeper channels where permit cruise and tarpon roll. The grand slam — bonefish, permit, and tarpon in a single day — is a realistic aspiration here, and several are accomplished each season.

The resort accommodates sixteen guests in beachfront cabanas built from native hardwoods and thatch, and the dining program features freshly caught seafood, tropical fruits, and Belizean Creole cuisine. A dive operation based at the resort offers world-class reef diving and snorkeling on days when anglers want a break from the flats, and the atoll's marine preserve protects some of the healthiest coral reef ecosystems remaining in the Caribbean.

Amenities & Services

Guided flats fishingBeachfront cabanasAll meals includedDive and snorkel operationFly-tying stationsRod storageAirport transfers from Belize CityMarine preserve access

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Location

4.7/5 on Google(72 reviews)

What Anglers Say

“My wife and I had our honeymoon at Turneffe flats hoping for a vacation filled with world class fly fishing and the opportunity to dive the Belize coral reefs. Not only did this resort exceed our every expectation, but we left with new friends and memories that will last a lifetime. I asked for a great guide that could help teach my wife and to create a fun atmosphere where she could learn. We were lucky to fish with our guide, John who was outstanding and made the experience truly memorable. Despite windy conditions he was able to get us into fish and teach with great patience. My biggest takeaway was that I had so much to learn. We also went diving with captain George and dive master, Wasani! The guys are legends and showed us some of the best dives of our lives. The resort was beautiful, the food was good and the staff was terrific. It’s an amazing culture. We loved every minute of our staff and we will be back….. and Permit you can run but can’t hide!”

Mike p.

“I made a 5-day solo dive trip to Turneffe before meeting my wife in San Pedro. I stayed in an ocean view room which was quite nice and provided spectacular views. The property was beautiful and well maintained. The food service was on point and the staff were warm and welcoming. Capt. George managed the dive boat and Wasani was our guide through the lively coral reefs and wall dives. The dives were top notch as was Capt. George and Wasani. Diving the Blue Hole was great, but was trumped by the dives at Half Moon Caye and Long Caye where we had four reef sharks running patrol around us for the entirety of the dive and crossed paths with a manta ray.”

Kenneth p.

“Spent a week at Turnefee Flats. I was diving. My wife did the adventure package. We both had great experience. ||Abel (the adventure guide) was liked by all and showed everyone great critters above and below water. He took great pictures …”

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Quick Facts

Destination
Belize
Price Range
$600-1,100/night
Season
November–June
Capacity
16 guests

Book Your Stay

Book directly with Turneffe Flats Resort for the best rates and availability.

Season

November through June

16 guest capacity

$600-1,100/night