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Providence Atoll, Seychelles 09°24’14.27”S - 51° 2’55.15”E

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Overview Providence Atoll, Seychelles 09°24’14.27”S - 51° 2’55.15”E

Cost: US$12,300 per person sharing ex Mahe Group Size: 12 anglers & 4 guides (3 anglers to boat and guide) Trip Duration: 6 Days Fishing / 7 Nights Peak Season: Oct - Nov | March - April

FlyCastaway was the first outfitter to

and Turtle grass flats, an enormous

from where they are transferred to the

explore the fly-fishing opportunities on

lagoon system as well the numerous

mothership Maya’s Dugong, which will

Providence Atoll back in 2004, following

channels which link these structures with

carry them across to Providence (6-8

which

successful

the Indian Ocean. Anglers can expect to

hours) as well act as our home and base

seasons. Our operation on the atoll

target record size Giant Trevally, Bonefish,

for the week’s fishing.

however came to a halt until as of April

Triggerfish, Indo Pacific Permit, Milkfish as

2009 due to the threat of piracy in the

well as Bumphead Parrotfish. Our team

Maya’s Dugong is an extremely well

Indian Ocean. Thankfully that threat is

of 4 professional FlyCastaway guides will

equipped

now under control and we are back and

lead you onto these flats using 4 x locally

boasts the most experienced crew in

eager to show the world angling market

built mini Mahe panga style boats.

the region. The 150 foot vessel can sleep

ran

highly

expedition

vessel

which

14 guests in 7 double cabins making her

why it is such a highly revered fishery. Guests are requested to arrive in Mahe

the ideal vessel for long range fly fishing

Providence is just short of being the most

the day before the charter flight to

expeditions in this area. The spacious

southerly atoll in the Seychelles and

Farquhar as the charter flights out to the

vessel’s large public areas allow for

contains two major landmasses, namely

atoll are usually in the morning and to

maximum enjoyment of guests’ time

Providence North and Cerf Island. This

act as a buffer against flight delays/lost

onboard Maya’s Dugong. A huge dining

remarkable atoll has remained largely

luggage etc (we only have one chance

salon and lounge hosts guests in air-

untouched, with fewer than a thousand

to get the group onto the atoll as the

conditioned comfort for meals and

people

tropical

charter has other daily commitments

entertainment and the outdoor leisure

wilderness in the last century. Having

and cannot be delayed for extended

deck provides opportunities for al fresco

spent seven seasons on Providence, we

periods). The group will meet an hour

dining and also serves as a comfortable

are in no doubt it is the most exciting and

before the scheduled departure time

lounge area.

diverse saltwater fly fishing destination

at the IDC Hangar (not at the main

on the planet. The sheer size and

international airport) to weigh and check

There is also plenty of open deck space

amount of fish holding area makes both

in their luggage. The flight from Mahe to

on-board for sun bathing and relaxing

the flats and offshore angling potential

Farquhar is one hour forty five minutes

and a spacious bridge and observation

almost limitless. It is a true fly fishing

on-board a

deck

having

visited

this

private

chartered

Beechcraft

1900.

the

Guests are then transferred in true

opportunity to wade and sight fish a

island style via tractor and trailer on a

possible 46 kilometers of pristine sand

short fifteen minute ride to the slipway

Providence

allow

guests

take

the

adventure with a captain’s eye view of

wilderness! offers

fly

fishermen

all the surroundings.

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The Fishing The Average Day

Bluewater

Flats

Typically anglers will be up early and

Deep water begins very close to shore

Providence has two major land masses

after a quick breakfast head out to the

at most of the anchorages and it is

namely Cerf Island in the extreme south

flats to fish the first tide. We generally

possible to fish these waters from the

and North Island at the most northern

stay out on the flats with a packed lunch,

tenders. Here the most common species

part of the atoll. The seemingly endless

especially if the prime tidal movement

encountered are Dogtooth Tuna, Giant

flats not only surround both these islands

coincides with the lunch break. There is

Trevally, Barracuda, Wahoo, Yellowfin

but also run uninterrupted the entire 40

the option to come back to mothership

Tuna, Sailfish and the occasional Marlin.

odd kilometers in between. They are

for lunch if the tide allows, however it

Standard tackle is a 14 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 15 weight,

primarily made up of Turtlegrass, with

is best arranged with the head guide

usually rigged with a 700-grain or heavier

the larger white sand flats being found

the evening prior. The following dayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

line

billfish

around the islands. Most of the flats

activities and schedule will be planned

taper. Surface fishing in blue water

are hard, making them ideal for wading.

the night before between the guides and

with the aid of teasers is also possible

Fishing on these flats for species such

the captain. If you have any preferences

with large baitfish imitations from sizes

as Giant Trevally, Triggerfish, Bumphead

please feel free to mention it to the

6/0 and upward being recommended.

Parrotfish,

guides. Current tidal movement and the

All FlyCastaway guides are experts in

Snapper, Bluefin Trevally, Indo Pacific

species anglers wish to target will be

rigging, teasing and the handling of blue

Permit, Great Barracuda etc must rank

taken into consideration

water fish.

as the best in the world at present. The

and/or

intermediate

Bonefish,

Milkfish,

Bohar

guides will lead you onto the flats and help you identify the desired target species, the areas which they frequent and then explain the correct techniques with which to catch them.

Endless wading f l ats

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Details

Safety and Piracy

Cost

industry standards one can expect

Farquhar, upon arrival anglers and gear

US$12,300 per person sharing excluding

to pay US$500pp for guide tips

will be transferred to the boat. Once

Mahe

and US$200 for crew tips based on

everyone has settled into his or her cabins

industry standards)

the mother ship will leave for Providence

Single supplement

• All beers (local and imported),

4- 8 hours away. On arrival at Providence

spirits (local and imported), wine

Atoll, the group will spend the next six

(imported) are available for purchase

days fishing and exploring the islands,

Max Pax

on board. A GST of 15% will be

flats and channels of Providence Atoll.

12 anglers

charged on all goods purchased on

After fishing on the sixth day the mother

the mother ship.

ship will start heading back to Farquhar.

Special Request

Inclusions

• Mandatory emergency medical

• Return flight Mahe-Farquhar-Mahe

evacuation policy (FlyCastaway

• 7 nights full board shared

recommends Global Rescue)

•

The following day the group will fly out of Farquhar and head back to Mahe.

accommodation onboard Maya’s

• Travel Insurance

Target Species

Dugong

• Personal Expenses

Giant Trevally, Triggerfish, Bumphead Parrotfish, Milkfish, Bonefish, Barracuda,

All meals, desalinated water and soft drinks

• Landing fees

Location

Bluefin Trevally, Sailfish, Yellowfin Tuna

400 nautical miles South of Mahe

and Wahoo etc

Getting there

Fishing Season

Based on a standard seven day package

October/November & March/April

A risk assessment performed by an international security company has concluded that the risk of attack in the area is extremely low. Also in their conclusion they approved the decision to take a small armed security force on board and it was stated that this would bring the security level of the operation to a satisfactory level. According to official sources there has never been a successful piracy attack on a vessel with an armed security force onboard. The security personnel will be located on the upper deck in order not to interfere with the clients’ living place. In addition to the safety precautions undertaken by the mother ship there are 4 drone planes based in the Seychelles with a Swedish coast guard patrol plane. There are Seychelles European, Japanese, Indian, American and Russian Coast Guard vessels in and around Seychelles waters at all times. There are also three major centers setup around the Indian Ocean; Seychelles, UAE and Tanzania that collect and relay all information on potential piracy. The Seychelles Coast Guard has also just received their new aircraft to help the fight against piracy. The mother ship is equipped with VMS, tracking device that can ensure early detection of suspicious activity. Although every possible step and measure has been undertaken to avoid acts of piracy, it remains a risk undertaken by each angler on the trip. All clients / participants are required to sign the “Providence Terms and Conditions” waiver located in the pre trip information sent out upon booking.

• 6 days guided fishing (3 anglers to a boat and guide).

Exclusions

The group will leave Mahe for a one hour

• International flights

forty five minute flight onboard an IDC

Weather

• Overnight accommodation on Mahe

chartered Beechcraft 1900 heading for

Temperatures range between 30° - 35°C

• Ground Transfers on Mahe

Farquhar Atoll. Farquhar Atoll is home

with high humidity.

• Tackle & Flies

to the closest island to Providence

• Gratuities (This is purely

that harbors an operational airstrip.

Tender boats

The mother ship will meet the group at

Panga style skiffs

discretionary however based on

Images Due to the large amount of high quality images we have taken on Providence, we feel it far more appropriate for you to view the images of both the fishing and the

mothership on our website www.flycastaway.com.

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Pre Trip Tackle & Gear Single-handed 12wt

saltwater

9ft

#9wt outfits

& with

matching tropical floating lines. A comprehensive tackle and gear list along with an order form (should you wish to purchase your tackle through us) is issued after your booking has been confirmed. The guides will also carry limited stock of suitable flies and other terminal tackle, should you run out.

Wading The hard white sand, turtlegrass or coral flats of Farquhar make for easy wading, thus separating it from other destinations in the world. As most of the fishing will be

done

whilst

wading,

good

protective footwear is essential. Standard diverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s neoprene booties with a reinforced rubber sole are not appropriate. More protective flats wading boots must be worn. There are a number of purpose made boots on the market which are excellent. See suggested brands in tackle and gear list. Guests will not be taken onto the flats without proper footwear!

Time Difference

Currency

GMT +4

The

currency

Satellite Phone & Communications of

Seychelles

the

Providence.

Passports

Euro are however widely accepted and

however equipped with a satellite phone

Everyone travelling to Seychelles must

are the preferred currency for gratuities

which can be used by guests at an

have a passport valid for at least 6

and expenditure on Farquhar.

The

Mayaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

Dugong

additional cost.

Credit Cards

GSM

VISA is the most widely accepted on Mahe.

There are two GSM network operators

months beyond the end of travel

Visa Requirements

in Seychelles:

UK, US, EU, USSR and RSA passport

Airtel (Telecom) and

Currency Exchange

Cable & Wireless. Both networks are

entering into the Seychelles for vacation

Banks are available for all arriving flights

GSM 900. As of this writing, only C&W

purposes.

in the airport for currency exchange. We

has any roaming agreements, and only

recommend exchanging only a moderate

with BT Cellnet in the United Kingdom.

amount of money.

Both offer prepaid services; for about

holders

not

require

visa

for

Medical & Health Requirements Mandatory

emergency

US$40 you can get a GSM card and

medical

evacuation insurance. A Yellow Fever

Gratuities

certificate is required if travelling from a

The

Yellow Fever infected area.

guides is US$500 pp per week, and for

recommended

make international calls to any country, gratuity

for

the

anytime for about US$1.50 per minute.

the lodge staff/boat crew is US$200pp

Language

per week. (Please note that this is only

Creole, English and French are spoken widely.

a guideline for guests interested in

All FlyCastaway guides speak English.

tipping the guides and the boat staff. All gratuities are up to the discretion of the individual guest.)

There is no cell phone reception on

Seychelles Rupee (SCR). US Dollar or

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Spawning Shrimp

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Your guides

Conservation

We have four world-class fly fishing guides onboard the Maya’s Dugong, ensuring a three

Jessica Glass is a PhD student at the African Institute for

guest to one guide ratio. These four young men rank as some of the most experienced guides

Aquatic Biodiversity and Yale. She is conducting a DNA

in the Indian Ocean. They are extremely passionate about the atoll and its fish species.

project on a variety of Indian Ocean species, including

At the same time they are very personable, great instructors and most importantly, highly

Bonefish (Albula Vulpes), Giant Trevally (Caranx Ignobilis)

motivated towards our guests needs. Each of them has a skipper’s licence, a marine safety

and Bluefin Trevally (Caranx Melampygus). FlyCastaway

course and basic first aid training. They have an abundance of knowledge and experience

guides support Jessica in her efforts by recording data and

in respect to successfully targeting all of Providence’s flats and offshore species. Their

gathering fin samples of fish caught by guests and guides.

passion and dedication is infectious and rest assured they will go the extra mile to ensure you experience the trip of a lifetime. All FlyCastaway guides are fluent in English and strong

FlyCastaway guides in the Seychelles also support the

communicators.

Billfish Foundation and Seychelles Sport Fishing Club in a sailfish tagging program. All sailfish caught on Farquhar and Providence Atoll’s are tagged and recorded for this project.

TIMOTHY BABICH FlyCastaway Head Guide

JUSTIN ROLLINSON FlyCastaway Guide

Nyap

WESLEY DE KLERK FlyCastaway Guide

WARREN DEYSEL FlyCastaway Guide

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