Cosmoledo Atoll Fishing
Ultimate Saltwater Flats
Eco-Camp Resort
Cosmoledo Atoll, often hailed as the “GT Capital of the World,” is a remote and pristine fishery in the Seychelles region of the Indian Ocean. Encompassing a vast white-sand lagoon encircled by 18 untouched islands, Cosmoledo lies roughly 1,000 kilometers (639 miles) southwest of Mahé, the Seychelles’ main island. The atoll’s only accommodation is an eco-friendly, land-based resort on Wizard Island and the most remote lodge in the Seychelles. Due to its isolation and lack of an airstrip, guests reach this bucket-list destination via a scenic two-hour sail aboard a 36-foot vessel from nearby Astove Atoll.
2026 Rates: start at $18,790 per person for 7 nights / 6 days guided fishing.
Cosmoledo Atoll
Cosmoledo Atoll is a vast white-sand lagoon fringed by seven primary islands, expansive pancake flats, and two dominant channels that facilitate tidal flow. The atoll’s perimeter is lined with extensive wadeable flats, interspersed with coral heads and scattered islets—creating optimal structure for targeting a variety of species. These dynamic flats serve as prime feeding zones for giant trevally, bonefish, triggerfish, and milkfish, among others. The consistent tidal exchange, combined with minimal fishing pressure and ideal light conditions, makes Cosmoledo one of the most technically rewarding and visually engaging saltwater fly fisheries on the planet.
Cosmoledo Atoll Species
The Atoll's sizeable white sand flats, lagoon edges, and channels are ruled by the notorious giant trevally. Guests can expect good numbers of fish throughout the week, with an average catch stat of approximately 60 to 90 fish per week for the group. Giant trevally over 120 pounds have been caught on Cosmoledo.
Species: Fish the vast expanse of flats, lagoons, channels, and reefs for your desired species. Cosmoledo’s pristine ecosystem is also home to impressive numbers of bonefish, bluefin trevally, bohar snapper, milkfish, permit, triggerfish, and more. Sailfish, yellowfin tuna, barracuda, and wahoo can be teased to the surface with poppers.
Fishing is very tide-dependent, so the prevailing conditions will dictate which species to target.
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The Elusive Bonefish
Cosmoledo has a healthy population of bonefish that frequent the flats, with fish in the 6 to 10-pound range, up to 12 lbs, and regular sightings of fish in the 8 to 10-pound range. Bonefish are constant on neap tides but much more difficult to find on spring tides due to the fluctuation of water.
A Typical Fishing Day:
7:00 a.m. - Buffet-style breakfast in the dining tent.
8:00 a.m. - You'll head out with your guide.
Midday: You can take a packed lunch with you or return to the Lodge for lunch.
5:00 to 5:30 p.m. - Teams are usually back at the Lodge. You can fish unguided in the evening.
7:30 to 9:30 p.m. - Dinner is served.
Expert guides offer a wide range of adventures:
• Guided Bird-watching
• Blue Safari Snorkeling
• Guided kayaking and Wizard Island tour
• Scuba Diving - must be pre-booked.
Cosmoledo Fishing Facts:
Lodge Season: December through April. With steady temperatures and a variety of species in peak form, the spring season from November to April is the best time to fish Cosmoledo.
Boats: The resort has eight Baymaster skiffs. You'll fish two anglers per skiff and guide or upgrade to one angler per skiff.
Guides: World-class English-speaking guides carry VHF radios for constant communication. Each guide is a qualified skipper with first-aid experience. The guides have pioneered many techniques for milkfish, triggerfish, and other species.
Capacity: The Camp hosts ten anglers per week and six non-anglers in eight Eco-Pods.
Fishing Equipment: Tackle and gear are not included. Upon request, 9, 10, or 12-weight fly outfits are available at no charge–top-quality fly rods and Shilton reels loaded with 300 yards of braided backing. Breakage fees are $150 per rod or reel. You’ll supply the fly lines, fly tackle, and flies. The Lodge has a range of fly lines, flies, and other items for sale should you run out. A list of what to bring is in our confirmation packet.
Wading Boots: Protective flats wading boots must be worn. Do not bring standard diver’s neoprene booties with a reinforced rubber sole.
Fishing License: A Seychelles fishing license is included in the package.
Cosmoledo Eco-Camp
Cosmoledo Atoll is home to a sustainable, eco-friendly camp located on Wizard Island. Designed with minimal environmental impact in mind, the entire camp is modular and can be fully dismantled and removed, leaving no trace. This innovative setup allows anglers to experience world-class fishing in one of the planet’s most untouched marine ecosystems—while preserving the atoll’s pristine natural habitat for generations to come.
Eco Pods
The camp on Wizard Island features eight air-conditioned beach cottages, known as Eco-Pods, designed to blend seamlessly into the island’s remote landscape. Constructed from repurposed shipping containers and set on heavy precast slabs, the pods offer a low-impact, modular solution that supports the atoll’s conservation goals. Each pod includes a private outdoor shower, a shaded front porch with a sitting area, and 24-hour 240-volt electricity with British plug points—providing anglers with a comfortable, climate-controlled retreat after a day on the flats.
Central Dining Area
The central dining and entertainment tent has an exceptional dining area, a fully stocked bar, and bare sand floors.
Communications: The Camp’s communal area has complimentary satellite Wi-Fi and a satellite phone. Outgoing phone calls cost $4.00 per minute, and incoming calls cost $3.00 per minute.
The Large Central Dining Tent
Dining Tent: The communal dining tent, with its lounge area and bare sand floors, is the camp's gathering place.
Meals: The chef prepares a buffet-style breakfast each morning. Lunch is served at the Lodge between noon and 1:00 p.m. Enjoy Creole and international dishes, fresh fish daily, fruit, and vegetables from their garden.
Alcohol: Wine is served with dinner, and SeyBrew beer, champagne, and select spirits are included in the package. Cosmoledo is a “dry island,” so please do not offer alcohol to the local staff.
From Astove Atoll, you'll take a Ferry Ride to Wizard Island.
Weather: From December through April (the Lodge season), Cosmoledo Atoll offers hot, humid weather with midday highs near 90°F and generally calm seas—especially in April, the hottest and driest month. December sees more rainfall but still offers excellent fishing conditions. The Lodge season is prime for giant trevally (with reports of 200+ GTs landed in a week), along with bonefish, triggerfish, Indo-Pacific permit, milkfish, and bluewater species like wahoo, tuna, and sailfish. Spring tides and new/full moons bring especially strong action on the flats.
Getting to Cosmoledo Atoll:
Traveling to Cosmoledo Atoll requires careful planning due to its remote location and limited flight access. U.S. passport holders must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) prior to travel, as well as mandatory travel health insurance for entry into the Seychelles.
Travel Steps:
1. Fly to Dubai – Most international flights from the U.S. connect through Dubai, a major travel hub.
2. Dubai to Mahé, Seychelles – From Dubai, you’ll take a 4-hour and 35-minute flight to Mahé Island. It’s strongly recommended to arrive at least one day before your scheduled charter flight, as only one flight per week (on Thursdays) operates to Astove Atoll. Any delay could result in missing your trip.
3. Overnight in Mahé – You’ll spend the night at a hotel in Mahé. (Please note: hotel accommodations and meals in Mahé are not included in the package.)
4. Charter Flight to Astove – The following morning (Thursday), you'll take a taxi to the airport terminal. At 8:00 a.m., you’ll board a three-hour charter flight on a Beechcraft 1900 to Astove Atoll. Rates include flights between Mahé and Astove, valued at $4,950.
All rates are subject to change.
Baggage Weight Limits: Inter Island charter flights limit check-in luggage to 33 pounds per person and carry-on luggage to 11 pounds.
5. Boat Transfer to Cosmoledo – Upon arrival, the Alphonse team will welcome you and assist with boarding the MV Wizard, a 36-foot Silvercraft sportfisher. The ride to Wizard Island on Cosmoledo Atoll takes between two hours, depending on conditions.
Parrotfish, known for their distinctively beautiful, kaleidoscopic scales and beak-like jaws, are a challenging yet exhilarating catch.
2026 and 2027 Rates:
2026 and 2027 Angler Rates:
Season: December through April.
7 nights / 6 days guided fishing
Two anglers per room and boat:
$18,790 per person
One angler per room and 2 per boat:
$23,290 per person
Upgrade to one angler per skiff:
Add $4,500 p.p. per week or $750 per day
Rates include the flights between Mahé and Astove, a $4,950 value.
All rates are subject to change.
Non-Angler USD Rates:
Double-occupancy Eco Pod:
$14,778 per person
Single-occupancy Eco Pod:
$16,500 per person
The Non-Angling Package Includes:
• Ground transfer between the hotel in Mahé to the IDC Hangar
• Roundtrip charter flight between Mahé and Astove Atoll
($4,950 value)
• Roundtrip boat transfer from Astove to Cosmoledo Atoll
• 7 nights at the Eco-Camp
• All meals at the Camp
• Alcohol (wine, beer, champagne, select spirits)
• Sodas, water, coffee, and tea
• Land-based activities
• Scheduled communal excursions
• Use of watersports and snorkeling equipment
(loss of gear charged per item)
• Wi-Fi access
• Daily laundry service
• VAT
Activities Included in the Non-Angler Package:
Activities are weather- and tide-dependent.
Wizard Island Tour: Guided walk across dunes, scrub, and coastal trails. Spot birdlife, fish, native plants, and—if lucky—nesting turtles.
Atoll Exploration Excursion: Half- or full-day outing across Cosmoledo’s vast flats and 20+ islets. Learn about sharks, turtles, and critical bird habitats.
Blue Safari Experience: Search offshore for dolphins, whales, manta rays, tuna, and seabirds like petrels.
Menai Mangrove Hike: Cross the lagoon to explore Menai Island’s mangroves. Look for red-footed boobies, colorful crabs, and sicklefin lemon sharks.
Scuba Diving - Includes the use of equipment.
Guided Snorkeling: Join a 90-minute reef tour to see vibrant marine life. Gear is complimentary.
Kayaking & Paddleboarding: Quietly explore the flats with or without a nature guide. Spot rays, turtles, and game fish. Ask for a packed Yeti cooler.
Reef Flats Expedition: Walk the inner flats with a guide to discover turtles, eels, and reef creatures.
Beach Sundowner: Toast the sunset with a cocktail or cold beer.
Optional add-ons (extra cost): Guided flats fly-fishing and bluewater fishing.
Fishing Packages Include:
• Ground transfer from your hotel in Mahé to the IDC Hangar
• Roundtrip charter flights between Mahé and Astove
($4,950 value)
• Boat transfers between Astove and Cosmoledo Atoll
• 7 nights lodging at the Eco-Camp
• All meals and snacks at the Camp
• Alcohol (wine, beer, champagne, select spirits)
• Water, coffee, and tea
• Soft drinks during activities
• Wi-Fi access
• Daily laundry service
• 6 days guided fishing
• Use of fly-outfits with braided backing
• Fishing license
• Use of snorkeling, paddleboards, and kayaks
• Scheduled communal excursions
• VAT
The Packages Do Not Include:
• Airfare to and from Dubai
• Airfare between Dubai and Mahé Island, Seychelles
• Hotel nights in Mahé
• Meals and beverages while in Mahé
• Ground transfers between Mahé Airport and your hotel
• Fishing tackle, lines, and flies
• Phone calls ($4 per minute)
• Island Conservation Fee—$30 p.p. per day
• Environmental levy—$8 p.p. per day
• Gratuities for guides and staff
• Mandatory Medical Evacuation Coverage
(We recommend Global Rescue.)
• Travel Insurance
• Anything not mentioned under inclusions.
Cosmoledo Atoll (Blue Safari Fly Fishing) Policies:
Mandatory Medical Evacuation Insurance: All guests must obtain and submit Medical Evacuation insurance prior to arrival. Full details will be provided in your confirmation packet.
Required Waiver of Liability Form: All guests are required to sign an indemnity form upon arrival. A copy of this
document will be provided in your pre-trip information pack for reference.
Deposit Policy:
• Reservations will be held provisionally for 14 days (2 weeks).
• A 50% deposit is required to confirm the booking.
• Final payment is due 90 days (3 months) prior to arrival.
Cancellation Policy:
• Date Change (Same Year): A 10% fee applies if a reservation is moved within the same calendar year.
• Date Change (Different Year): A 10% fee plus the applicable rate increase will apply.
• Bookings may only be moved if made more than 181 days prior to arrival.
• 20% cancellation fee if canceled 181+ days prior to arrival
• 50% cancellation fee if canceled 180 to 91 days prior to arrival
• 100% cancellation fee if canceled 90 days or less prior to arrival
• All cancellations and provisional bookings must be confirmed in writing.
• Bank fees associated with refunds are for the guests’ account.
Tariffs: Inclusive of VAT in US Dollars. Subject to availability. All tariffs are subject to change, without prior notice, rates quoted for confirmed bookings will be honored.
Travel Insurance: Fishing with Larry strongly recommends purchasing a comprehensive travel insurance policy that includes trip cancellation coverage and Global Rescue (medical evacuation coverage). Visit our Travel Insurance page.
Fishing with Larry Payment Options:
1.) Credit Card: A 2.5% convenience fee applies for all credit card transactions.
2.) Check: Please include your invoice number in the memo.
Mail checks to Fishing with Larry
P.O. Box 419
Columbus, MT 59019.
3.) Wire Transfer: Send money electronically. Typical fees are approximately $15–$30 for domestic transfers and $45–$50 for international transfers.
Please email Toni at toni@fishingwithlarry.com for wire instructions.
4. Please review our Travel Terms & Disclaimers prior to submitting your deposit.
Sample 7-night and 6-day Guided Fishing Itinerary:
Day 0: You’ll arrive in Mahé and stay in a hotel of your choice (not included in the package).
Day 1: A lodge representative will drive you to the IDC terminal in Pointe Larue. You’ll take a three-hour charter flight to Astove. The Astove team will transfer your group to the MV Wizard for a 90-minute boat ride to Cosmoledo Island. You’ll unpack in your rooms and attend a pre-dinner fishing orientation and tackle setup.
Days 2-7: A buffet-style breakfast is served between 7:00 and 8:00 a.m. At 8:00, you’ll head out to fish with your guide. You’ll take a packed lunch on the skiff or enjoy lunch at the Camp between noon and 1:00 p.m. Teams are usually back at the Camp by 5:00 to 5:30 p.m. You can fish unguided in the evening on Wizard Island. Dinner is served between 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. One evening includes an exquisite sundowner, served with complimentary drinks and a sushi and snack platter.
Day 8: In the morning, you’ll take the 90-minute boat ride back to Astove. The Astove team will drive you to the airport for the three-hour charter flight to Mahé. Depending on your itinerary, you can fly home or stay an extra night in Mahé. If you book your flight on the same day of departure from Cosmoledo, be sure to book your flight after 9:00 p.m.
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