Meet Your Host: David Kalinowski
David Kalinowski is a passionate fly fishing guide, captain, and adventure consultant with Got Fishing. With years of experience, David brings deep knowledge, a relaxed teaching style, and enthusiasm that makes every trip memorable. He’s excited to lead this hosted week at Blue Horizon Lodge!
EQUIPMENT
Rental Gear Available; Bring Your Own Gear
LODGING
Single & Double Occupancy Guest Cabanas
SPECIES
Permit, Bonefish, Tarpon
SEASON
April 28 – May 5, 2027
RECOMMENDED FOR…
Adventure-Seekers, Families, Couples, Groups
Join Got Fishing and host David Kalinowski for an unforgettable hosted trip to Blue Horizon Lodge in Belize from April 28 – May 5, 2027. This intimate week (max 10 guests) offers an outstanding flats fishing experience that is truly welcoming to both new and experienced anglers alike. Whether you’re just getting into saltwater fly fishing or have chased the flats for years, this program delivers consistent action and variety across the legendary Big 3: permit, bonefish, and tarpon.
What makes this fishery special is the excellent daily opportunities to target multiple species in the beautiful shallow flats, channels, and lagoons. Grand Slams are a realistic and exciting possibility for those pursuing them, but the real magic lies in the variety: you’ll have quality shots at strong permit and bonefish most days, with resident tarpon (and occasional migratory fish) adding some bonus action. The professional, supportive guides, and relaxed lodge atmosphere ensure everyone (regardless of experience level) has a fantastic time making casts, learning, and creating memories in one of the Caribbean’s most approachable and productive multispecies destinations.
Arrival – April 28, 2027
Fishing Days – April 29 – May 4, 2027
Departure – May 5, 2027
Enjoy breakfast overlooking the flats before your return boat transfer to Placencia, followed by a short domestic flight back to Belize City for your international connection.
Perched on a private island within the South Water Caye Marine Reserve, Blue Horizon Lodge blends the charm of a classic Caribbean fishing lodge with the comfort of modern amenities. Rebuilt and reopened in 2021 on legendary guide Lincoln Westby’s original footprint, the lodge offers air-conditioned rooms with ocean views, hot showers, and island-wide Wi-Fi – everything you need after a full day on the flats. With only a handful of guest rooms, the atmosphere is intimate and relaxed, ensuring every angler receives personal attention and world-class service from the staff and guide team.
Each day begins with fresh-brewed coffee and a hearty breakfast overlooking the water, followed by chef-prepared lunches and beautifully crafted dinners that highlight Belize’s local ingredients and coastal flavors. Expect fresh-caught seafood, tropical produce, and homemade desserts, typically served family-style in the open-air dining area. After dinner, guests often gather for a drink under the stars, swapping stories from the day’s fishing or simply enjoying the easygoing rhythm of island life. Blue Horizon Lodge provides a perfect balance of focused fishing, genuine hospitality, and laid-back comfort.
Blue Horizon Belize sits at the heart of the legendary Permit Alley, home to some of the most productive and picturesque flats fishing in the Caribbean. With shallow, crystal-clear water stretching in every direction, anglers can spot and stalk tailing permit, bonefish, and tarpon. The region’s proximity to the flats means minimal boat rides and maximum fishing time, with expert guides leading you to prime water during the most productive tide windows. The lodge’s team of English-speaking guides are among the most skilled and respected in Belize, offering insight, instruction, and patience to help you make every shot count.
Fishing during this week (April 28 – May 5) is excellent, with strong permit fishing in peak season and consistent bonefish action available daily on the region’s beautiful turtle grass and hard-bottom flats. Resident tarpon are present year-round, and this late-April to early-May window often brings the first migratory tarpon along with good opportunities in the channels and lagoons, offering a fantastic shot at all three species!
This unique combination of reliable conditions, expert and supportive guiding, and multispecies diversity makes this one of the best trips to pursue a Belize Grand Slam, while still delivering an enjoyable, varied flats experience even if you’re not chasing the slam.
Getting to Blue Horizon Lodge is simple and scenic. Guests will first fly into Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport (BZE) in Belize City, which is serviced daily by several major airlines from the United States and Canada.
From Belize City, it’s just a 30-minute domestic flight to Placencia, where a lodge representative will meet you for your boat transfer to the lodge. The ride to the island takes about 30–45 minutes, offering a beautiful introduction to the turquoise waters and mangrove-lined cayes of southern Belize.
Most anglers choose to arrive in Belize City by early afternoon (no later than 3:00pm) to make same-day transfers, though overnighting in Belize City is also an option if your flight arrives later in the day. Got Fishing will assist with coordinating all in-country travel, including domestic flights and boat transfers, to ensure a smooth and seamless arrival. Once you’re on the island, everything is taken care of – your job is to fish, relax, and enjoy one of the Caribbean’s most legendary saltwater fly fishing destinations.
LEGEND
(1) Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE)
(2) Placencia
(3) Blue Horizon Lodge
Belize is a tropical country where the average temperature is 84 degrees. Dress is informal at the island resort, so bring light, comfortable clothing. Below is a rough overview, and a more comprehensive gear list will be provided upon request/booking.
Rental gear is available at the lodge – wading boots, rods and reels can be
rented during your stay. Otherwise, it’s important to be prepared and ensure you have the following gear.
Rental Prices: Rod & Reel Combos $25/day or $100/week, Wading Boots $10/day or $75/week
Permit Tackle
Tarpon Tackle
Bonefish Tackle
Flies
Flies are available for purchase in our pro-shop (along with other critical fishing tackle). You may choose to tie or bring a selection of flies – a detailed list will be provided upon request/booking.
Double Occupancy – $5,575
Single Occupancy – $8,800
If you’re interested in talking to a consultant or booking this adventure, please complete this form.
