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Fly and Game Fishing in Kiribati
Are you up for some fishing adventure in one of the best fishing locations in the world? Whether you prefer the deep blue waters with the big game fish, or the crystalline shallow water saltwater fly fishing with the bonefish and giant trevally; Kiribati is that fishing holiday destination for you that won’t disappoint.
Kiribati boasts 3 fishing destinations where you can get that great fishing experience and that fishing holiday that you’ve always planned for. From Kiritimati Island and Fanning Island in the Line Islands; to Tarawa and the Gilbert Islands, and Kanton Atoll in the Phoenix Islands Protected Area are 3 destinations that you can choose from to spend that fishing holiday.
So why wait – get your mates and make the trip to this fishing nirvana.
Fishing in the Line Groups
Christmas Island (Kiritimati) Fishing
One of the big reasons why anglers come to Kiritimati Island is because the salt water fly fishing is world class. This world’s largest coral atoll boasts its mighty bonefish and Giant Trevally ‘GT’ where the fishing is all year round. If you’re looking for some world class fishing saltwater fly-fishing then this is the place to be.
Fishing the Kiritimati Flats
Kiritimati Island is spectacular because it combines all the elements critical to fly-fishing success. Consistent year-round weather, endless hard sand flats, and magnificent numbers of cruising Bonefish and Trevally- making it ideal for the serious angler. What makes the fly-fishing so special and extraordinary is the natural and raw power of the bonefish and giant trevally ‘GTs’ – it can fight so hard with so much strength that it makes the anglers work twice as hard. The knowledge of local guides always produces a big difference in fishing as they know their own flats, tides, reefs, waters, and fish. Their eagle eyes can spot the fish in any kind of weather condition.
Fishing the Deep Blue
Other than the flats of Kiritimati you can always head to the other side of the reef to test your stamina and angling skills with the big pelagics. The remote location makes Kiritimati Island one of the most fertile fishing grounds for game fish species commonly the yellow-fin tuna, marlin, sailfish, wahoo, giant trevally, barracuda are known to roam the island in great numbers.
Fishing Itinerary, Planning & Booking you’re Fishing Holiday
Fishing Kiritimati will require 7 nights (Wednesday to Wednesday) and 6 days fishing. Holiday fishing packages and information are widely available with international tour operators/retailers who can help you plan and arrange your fishing holiday with the local accommodations and facilitators on Kiritimati Island. Please click here to see the list of fishing tour agents.
Fanning Island (Tabuaeran) Fishing
The beautiful tropical island, Fanning is a newly explored salt-water fly fishing destination situated Northwest of Kiritimati Christmas Island in Line Islands group of Kiribati. To get to Fanning Island you will have fly domestically or by charter flight from Kiritimati Island.
Fanning has very good populations of fish and these fish are aggressive. It's has a perfect habitat for a variety bonefish, giant trevally, parrotfish, napoleon wrasse, and more, and they've never seen an artificial fly before. The flats in the lagoon are composed of smooth, hard white sand that stretch for miles. The average bonefish is 3-5 pounds, while true bonefish monsters of 10-12 pounds have landed. Everyone wading the flats of Fanning has a chance at a true trophy bonefish.
At the same time, it is a very unique fishery, quite a bit different from neighboring Kiritimati Christmas Island. As Fanning Island fishery becomes more and more discovered, the guides and local communities will be able to gain more experience, and the fishing on Fanning Island is only going to get better and better.
Whilst Fanning is a new and developing frontier, it is advised that fishing Fanning is best suited for anglers who won’t mind roughing it a bit in order to be among the first fly rodders to experience a place truly on the edge of the world. So why wait if you’re up for it you can literally be among the first to make a cast in Fanning Island.
Plan & Book your Fanning Holiday fishing today
To help you plan and book your fly fishing holiday on Fanning Island, please contact the following tour operator / tour retailers
Email: travel@theflyshop.com
Phone: 1-800-669-3474
Website: https://www.theflyshop.com/travel/saltwater/fanningisland.html
Phone: 1-800-669-3474
Website: https://www.theflyshop.com/travel/saltwater/fanningisland.html
Email: Guy Schoenborn: guy@fishingwithlarry.com | Brad Staples: brad@fishingwithlarry.com
Phone: 1-800-205-3474 | Montana office: 406-322-5709
Website: https://www.fishingwithlarry.com/fanning-island-fishing.html
Phone: 1-800-205-3474 | Montana office: 406-322-5709
Website: https://www.fishingwithlarry.com/fanning-island-fishing.html
Phone: 541-480-4478
Email: fanningislandoutfitters@gmail.com
Website: https://fanningislandoutfitters.com
Email: fanningislandoutfitters@gmail.com
Website: https://fanningislandoutfitters.com
Fishing in the Phoenix Islands Protected Areas (PIPA)
A UNESCO World Heritage Site
Kanton Atoll (PIPA) - The Giant Trevally, Dog Tooth and Bonefish Hotspot
Kanton Atoll also known as Canton in the Phoenix Islands Protected Area (PIPA) of Kiribati, a UNESCO World Heritage is the ultimate world class Giant Trevally fishing destination. Not only is it creeping with abundant GTs but bonefish, dog tooth, Napoleon and surgeon fish.
Kanton Island (PIPA) is one the most remote islands of the South Pacific. To get here will takes some serious connections and planning. Kanton Atoll has been identified by Rock Expeditions as a destination of world significance for the purposes of catch and release sport fishing activities. “Kanton Atoll remains as one of the last havens on earth with no regular and sustainable access, shielded from the modern world. This remoteness, coupled with official world heritage status, this atoll of Kiribati has one of the healthiest fisheries and most virgin ecosystem to still exist on this planet...
Kanton is set amongst the historic ruins of WW2, once a base for U.S and British armed forces. Today Kanton is under the care taking of small a Kiribati Community (around 50 people) most of them Kiribati government workers and their families. Kanton is also managed and administered by PIPA Implementation Office (PIO) by the Government of Kiribati. Hence, accessing Kanton (PIPA) will require obtaining permit. Nevertheless ‘Rocks Expeditions’ who operates adventure fishing expeditions to Kanton can sort that out for you if you’re interested in joining their pre-planned expeditions.
Gt fishing land base on
Spam Island in the Phoenix Islands Kiribati
(GT and Dog-tooth footage)
Fly fishing in 4 inches of water!
(Kanton Bone Fishing)
Kanton Island (2015)
Plan & Book your Kanton (PIPA) Fishing Expedition today
Phone: +61414241971
Email: info@rockexpeditions.com
Website: https://rockexpeditions.com/destinations/kanton-atoll
Email: info@rockexpeditions.com
Website: https://rockexpeditions.com/destinations/kanton-atoll