Guatemala Sailfishing
Sailfish Oasis Lodge
Conventional and Fly Fishing
Sailfish Capital of the World. As one of the largest breeding grounds for Pacific sailfish, Guatemala is among the finest sailfishing destinations in the world. Guatemala holds both the conventional and fly fishing records for most sailfish released in one day. Sailfish Oasis Lodge is open year-round.
2025 Rates: Packages start at $2,355.00 per person ( 6-anglers per boat) for 3-nights and 2-days guided fishing on the 44 ft. Tranquility.
Sailfish Oasis Lodge Fishing
Jeanne Koenemann with Sailfish - Hosted Week
The Sailfish Oasis fleet often averages 15 to 30 sailfish releases per day during peak season and a year-round daily average of 5 to 20 releases.
Throughout the year, anglers enjoy calm waters and a friendly fishing community. Captains are in constant communication to ensure everyone has an
unforgettable fishing experience.
Conventional or fly fishing methods. If you would like to try and land a billfish on a fly, the Lodge's experienced captains and mates can help.
Sailfish Oasis Lodge won the Billfish Foundation’s Overall Release category and the Sailfish Release category for the Pacific for 2014.
Species and Seasons:
Sailfish: Great year-round, with peak fishing from October through June.
Blue, Black, and Striped Marlin: Year round. April through November have historically seen the largest numbers of blue marlin which average between 200 and 500 pounds. They also raise black and striped marlin, but the Guatemalan waters are predominately inhabited by blue marlin.
Dorado: All year-round, but especially in their rainy season from May through September.
Yellowfin Tuna and Snapper: Year-round.
Roosterfish: Year-round, with peak season from September to November and February to April.
Billfishing Guatemala
A Typical Fishing Day
6:00 a.m. - Wake-up call with fresh Guatemalan coffee.
6:15 a.m. - Breakfast is served.
6:45 a.m. - The Lodge driver will drive you to Marina Pez Vela, a 10-minute commute. It is the only marina in Guatemala protected by a breakwater structure.
At 7:00 a.m. - You'll leave the dock for a full day of fishing. Everything is included on the boat with top quality tackle covering all your requirements from conventional to fly fishing, billfish to mahi mahi and tuna. Lunch, snacks, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages are provided on the boats.
4:30 to 5:00 p.m. - You’ll return to the dock where the driver is waiting. You'll be driven back to the Lodge, where you'll freshen up and enjoy appetizers before dinner.
(Beverages are provided on the boats but not at the Lodge.)
The Fishing Program:
Circle Hooks: The Lodge exclusively uses circle hooks while billfishing, and all billfish are catch-and-release.
The Guides: Award-winning captains have extensive experience and are considered among the best in the country.
Fishing Equipment: Everything for fishing is included, even the first fly. You will pay for flies lost or destroyed after the first fly. A comprehensive tackle-and-gear list is included in our confirmation packet.
Fishing License: The Lodge licensing has you covered.
Boats: The Lodge has a large fleet of boats available and some of the best fishing boats on the Guatemalan coast. Their boats are kept to the highest safety and comfort standards. Sailfish Oasis does not mix groups, so depending on the package that you choose, you will need to fill your own boat.
Fish Care: You can keep some tuna and mahi-mahi. You will need to bring your own cooler. The Lodge vacuum packs it for $1 per pound.
Kevin Ferrell's Sailfish - Hosted Week
Dick Tron and Guides with a nice Dorado.
Guide and Guy Schoenborn with Sailfish
Guy Schoenborn's 2014 Hosted Week Recap:
"Day 1: We raised 14, landing 3 on flies and 3 on bait.
Day 2: We raised 36, landing 8 on flies and 9 on bait.
Day 3: We raised 22 and landed 3 on flies and 3 on bait.
Day 4: We raised 18 and landed 3 on flies, 4 on bait, and we also caught 2 large dorados.
Captain “Kiwi” Chris and his crew did an excellent job of teasing the sails to the back of the boat - for an easy cast with a fly rod.
It’s very exciting to watch a 50 to 100-pound fish eat your fly 25 feet from the boat.
The Lodge was really nice, and the meals were very good. I would highly recommend Sailfish Oasis Lodge to a flyrodder or conventional angler."
- Guy Schoenborn
Bud Callahan's Sailfish - Hosted Week
Guatemala Sailfishing with Sailfish Oasis
About Sailfish Lodge
Sailfish Oasis Lodge is open year-round and accommodates 20 guests. The Lodge is in a secure, residential, tree-lined development. This spacious property boasts an outdoor area with lush gardens, a TV lounge area, and a nice swimming pool.
Open Air Rancho
Bedroom at the Lodge
Bedrooms: Boardwalks lead to the Lodge's five duplex-style bungalows. Each bedroom has a private bathroom with plenty of hot water, pool towels, shampoo, conditioner, and handmade soap. Hair dryers are available upon request. Daily housekeeping is included.
Communications: Wi-Fi is available throughout the Lodge and property. Cell phones usually work at the Lodge, but please check with your carrier. We recommend WhatsApp.
Covered Lounge Area
Meals and Beverages
Meals: In the evenings, guests gather at the open-air bar (rancho) or in the dining room to share fish tales and dine on delicious food such as yellowfin tuna or dorado sashimi, ceviche, ocean-fresh pan-fried mahi-mahi, jumbo shrimp marinated in ginger and sweet chili sauce, and US prime beef.
Beverages: Only beverages on the boat are included in the package. Soft drinks, beer, wine, and cocktails are available at local prices. Your tab is billed to your room.
Aerial View of Sailfish Oasis Lodge
Getting to the Lodge:
You’ll be met at La Aurora International in Guatemala City by Eddie, the Lodge's friendly driver. He will escort you to the group's private air-conditioned vehicle with complimentary cold drinks on board. It’s a 90-minute drive from the airport to Sailfish Oasis Lodge on the Pacific Coast, and this ground transfer is included in the package. Depending on your arrival time, you may choose to have a gourmet lunch in La Antigua, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Flight Times From • Miami: 2 hours • Houston: 2 hours and 30 minutes • Dallas: 3 hours • Atlanta: 3 hours or • Los Angeles: 4 hours and 30 minutes.
Departure Day: After breakfast, your driver will drive you the 90-minute trip back to Aurora International Airport in time to catch your flight home. You might enjoy spending your final night of the trip in Antigua (for an additional fee). Sailfish Oasis Lodge will gladly arrange a one-night stay at a beautiful colonial hotel in town.
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2025 USD Rates and Packages
Click on each boat below for package rates.
Double Occupancy Rooms. Many package options.
Sailfish Oasis does not mix groups.
You will need to fill your own boat.
The Packages Include:
• Ground transfers between La Aurora Airport and the Lodge
• Lodging at Sailfish Oasis
• Wi-Fi at the Lodge
• All meals at the Lodge
• Fruit, snacks, plus tea and coffee
• Daily Lodge-Marina transfers
• Guided fishing
• Conventional and fly tackle (plus one fly) and bait
• Lunch and beverages on the boat
• Non-premium alcohol
The Packages Do Not Include:
• International airfare to Guatemala City, and return• Lunch on arrival day
• Gratuities to staff, boat captains, porters, and deckhands
• Personal expenses
• Premium alcohol
• Any extra flies (first fly is free)
• Tours not mentioned in your itinerary
• Room tax ($10 - $20 per night)
• Travel insurance (recommended)
• Global Rescue (recommended)
• Anything not mentioned under inclusions
• Fuel surcharges may apply.
• Published prices are subject to change without notice.
Non-Angler Companion:
Rates Include: Ground transfers between La Aurora International Airport and the Lodge, lodging at Sailfish Oasis Lodge, Wi-Fi, all meals at the Lodge, and tea and coffee.
These are 2024 Rates. 2025 Rates TBD.
Shared Room/Double Occupancy:
3-nights and 2-days $1,275.00 per person
4-nights and 3-days $1,700.00 per person
5-nights and 4-days $2,125.00 per person
Single-Occupancy Room:
3-nights and 2-days $1,725.00 per person
4-nights and 3-days $2,300.00 per person
5-nights and 4-days $2,650.00 per person
Non-Angler Activities:
Spend a few days fishing and then add to your adventure by climbing volcanoes, visiting Mayan ruins, zip-lining over a gorgeous lake, making chocolate, mountain biking on the edge of a volcano, surf lessons, personalized Spanish classes, and more! For non-fishing family members, there's plenty to do, such as a spa day, foodie tour, yoga, massage, a weaving workshop, textile tours, and more.
Tour Options:
• Sightseeing in Antigua
• 3-day overnight hike to Lake Atitlan
• Guided surfing trips
• Glamping (Luxury camping)
Sailfish Oasis Lodge Policies:
Deposit Policy: A 50% deposit is due within two weeks after the date of booking to confirm your reservation. Reservations are subject to cancellation until the full deposit has been received. The balance is due 90 days before your trip. Reservations made within eight weeks of the arrival date must be paid in full prior to arrival and within 10 days of booking.
Cancellation Policy: If you cancel your trip after your reservation has been confirmed, the Lodge will try to resell your dates. If they are able to do so, you will be refunded payments made minus $150.00 per person. If they are unable to resell your dates, you will lose your deposit. For cancelations eight weeks before arrival, all payments made are nonrefundable. No-shows will not receive a refund. While at the Lodge, if you decide not to go fishing one day, no refund will be given.
Cancellations due to Weather: Your safety is their first concern. If the captain decides the boat should not go out, you will receive credit for a day of fishing.
Disclaimer: Sailfish Oasis is not responsible for death, injury, loss, damage, delays or cancelations due to accident, quarantine, air-travel, acts of government, acts of God, etc. Payments made to Sailfish Oasis constitute consent to all terms and conditions.
Fishing with Larry strongly recommends purchasing trip insurance.
Click here for our Travel Insurance page.
The 50-ft. King and I Packages:
The King and I: The Lodge's largest boat is a 50-ft. air-conditioned Ocean, with a 26-knot cruise.
The 50-ft. King and I Packages:
5-nights and 4-days guided fishing:
2-anglers per boat: $8,748.00 per person3-anglers per boat: $6,755.00 per person
4-anglers per boat: $5,164.00 per person
5-anglers per boat: $4,966.00 per person
6-anglers per boat: $4,405.00 per person
4-nights and 3-days guided fishing:
2-anglers per boat: $6,713.00 per person3-anglers per boat: $5,233.00 per person
4-anglers per boat: $4,251.00 per person
5-anglers per boat: $3,888.00 per person
6-anglers per boat: $3,465.00 per person
3-nights and 2-days guided fishing:
2-anglers per boat: $4,890.00 per person3-anglers per boat: $3,825.00 per person
4-anglers per boat: $3,045.00 per person
5-anglers per boat: $2,780.00 per person
6-anglers per boat: $2,505.00 per person
44 ft. Tranquility Packages:
The 44 ft. Tranquility is an air-conditioned Ocean with a 23-knot cruise, a Cummins diesel motor, and a fighting chair.
The 44 ft. Tranquility:
5-nights and 4-days guided fishing:
2-anglers per boat: $8,470.00 per person3-anglers per boat: $6,575.00 per person
4-anglers per boat: $5,225.00 per person
5-anglers per boat: $4,735.00 per person
6-anglers per boat: $4,105.00 per person
4-nights and 3-days guided fishing:
2-anglers per boat: $6,455.00 per person3-anglers per boat: $5,050.00 per person
4-anglers per boat: $4,025.00 per person
5-anglers per boat: $3,670.00 per person
6-anglers per boat: $3,230.00 per person
3-nights and 2-days guided fishing:
2-anglers per boat: $4,400.00 per person3-anglers per boat: $3,525.00 per person
4-anglers per boat: $2,825.00 per person
5-anglers per boat: $2,605.00 per person
6-anglers per boat: $2,355.00 per person
The Allure II and Captain Hook Packages
The Allure II, their flagship boat, is a 1996, 40 ft. Custom Carolina Capps has a cruise speed of 23 knots and is arguably the finest charter sportfishing vessel in Guatemala. The Allure II is fully equipped with top-of-the-line Shimano reels, custom rods, a marlin tower, a modern electronics package, and a reputation for excellent food and icy cold beer. Captain “Kiwi” Chris has been fishing the Pacific Coast of Guatemala since 2002.
Captain Hook is a 43 ft. Willis made famous by Captain Ron Hamlin. The boat has a fighting chair, is powered by twin Cummins diesels, and was built in North Carolina by master boat builders.
40-ft. Boats: The Allure II or Captain Hook:
5-nights and 4-days guided fishing:2-anglers per boat: $7,868.00 per person
3-anglers per boat: $6,168.00 per person
4-anglers per boat: $5,021.00 per person
5-anglers per boat: $4,614.00 per person
4-nights and 3-days guided fishing:
2-anglers per boat: $6,053.00 per person3-anglers per boat: $4,793.00 per person
4-anglers per boat: $3,921.00 per person
5-anglers per boat: $3,624.00 per person
3-nights and 2-days guided fishing:
2-anglers per boat: $4,565.00 per person3-anglers per boat: $3,638.00 per person
4-anglers per boat: $2,975.00 per person
5-anglers per boat: $2,755.00 per person
34 to 37 ft. Boats Packages:
The Danmark is a 34 ft. express Luhrs powered by 380 HP Yanmar engines.
34-ft. Danmark or 37-ft. Mojo:
5-nights and 4-days guided fishing:
2-anglers per boat: $6,770.00 per person3-anglers per boat: $5,577.00 per person
4-anglers per boat: $4,504.00 per person
5-anglers per boat: $4,185.00 per person
4-nights and 3-days guided fishing:
2-anglers per boat: $5,189.00 per person3-anglers per boat: $4,266.00 per person
4-anglers per boat: $3,460.00 per person
5-anglers per boat: $3,245.00 per person
3-nights and 2-days guided fishing:
2-anglers per boat: $3,720.00 per person3-anglers per boat: $3,056.00 per person
4-anglers per boat: $2,587.00 per person
5-anglers per boat: $2,370.00 per person
31-ft. Bertrams: Typhoon or Piragua
5-nights and 4-days guided fishing:
2-anglers per boat: $6,268.00 per person
3-anglers per boat: $5,102.00 per person
4-anglers per boat: $3,814.00 per person
4-nights and 3-days guided fishing:
2-anglers per boat: $4,853.00 per person3-anglers per boat: $3,993.00 per person
4-anglers per boat: $3,321.00 per person
3-nights and 2-days guided fishing:
2-anglers per boat: $3,382.00 per person3-anglers per boat: $2,865.00 per person
4-anglers per boat: $2,575.00 per person Please request an information packet for full details.
