Why Boca Pilia?
The pursuit that led us to Boca Pilia (means "River Mouth") was not as difficult as you might think. Just like most anglers, Mike and I wanted a destination where we knew even our most novice anglers were going to catch bonefish. Sure we could have went to Florida for big bones, but there the guide is throwing 3 pounds of live shrimp in the water, In hopes a bonefish shows up. You better be able to really cast. And there isn't a lot of fish.

We also thought about the Bahamas but the bonefishing is no better, and cost is prohibiting. We wanted a great shot for a reasonable dollar.

What we didn't know was that Boca Pilia flats, south of Cancun, are protected in the Sian Ka an (Myan for "where the sky is born") Biosphere Reserve. You won't get blown off. Punta Allen is good, but that 3 hour road travel will bleed your kidneys. In the winter, B.P. is a better gig.

The flats are firm. Wading is 80 degree water is the rule. These Caribbean waters are better than the photos. Weather is stunning. Think Hawaii, but less rain.

Novice friendly fish: I am not going to tell you they are duck soup, but you should see multiple shots every hour, every day.

The Permit and curious Barracuda are just some of the other fine flyfishing species.

The fishing:
We are not going to make you sit in a flats boat, while your buddy takes your time up front. We have both specifically designed pontoon rafts for casting, and inflatable kayaks for our fishing. (We fly them to Mexico). Your time should be fishing, not watching. Mike and Dennis will be your guides.

We will have our trick flies, use our specialty lines and rods. Just come.

So there you have it. Bonefish friendly waters that even a novice can catch. A winter wonderland, where you don't even have to think about the frigid climate of the north.

I guess your biggest problem will be deciding how to convince yourself you need to go home.

Large numbers of Bonefish come in from the ocean during this temperate time of the year. Think Hawaii. It's like that.

The gear:
Happy to send leader and fly selections in Itinerary.
The following is a list of gear that we recommend. It's short cause the weather is so nice! Your biggest concern should be protecting yourself from the sun.
• Both 5-6 weight rods for the bonefish, and 8-9 weight rods for the Permit and Barracuda
• Sunscreens SPF 15, 30, Zinc Oxide Sunblock for lips and nose
• Hat with brim and neck guard (or sunhat for non anglers)
• Long sleeve shirt and pants for fishing, white socks ( tops of feet
get burned in the boats)
• Sunglasses (polarized of course)
• Wading boots
• Bathing suits
• T-shirts
• Shorts
• Underwear
• Sandals
• Boat and walking shoes
• Beach towels and blanket
• Rain jacket (an occasional cold squall will roll though)!
• Bug repellent (not often needed but important if you do)
• Passport or birth certificate and picture ID
• Camera & film
• Reading & writing materials
• Snorkel equipment (we have some if you don't)
• Some cash (nearest cash machine is one hour away!) to tip guides
• fishing tackle and equipment