Placencia Fishing Charters – Fly/Spin Fishing

Belize is world-famous for its incredible underwater coral reefs. As well as being stunning to look at, they also offer up some seriously exciting fishing! With species such as Snappers, Groupers, and even Mahi Mahi calling these waters home, you’ll need an experienced guide to explore them. Placencia Fishing Charters’ Placencia-born Captain Leslie Faux is just the guy for the job!

Capt. Leslie’s passion for angling started when he was a child. He grew up in a family of fishermen: his brothers, step-father, and grandfather are all keen anglers, and their love for the sport definitely rubbed off on him. He takes pride in what he does, and loves introducing guests to these incredible waters, and the colorful fish that call them home!

You’ll be casting off from your captain’s 23’ Isabal Marine Lanchon skiff, perfectly built to explore these waters. She can accommodate up to 6 guests, so invite along your best angling buddies, or make this a family trip to remember. Children are warmly welcomed aboard! Your vessel is also decked out with top-quality navigational and safety gear, meaning you’ll have a secure and comfy journey to the reefs.

Reef fishing in Placencia means coming face-to-gills with a whole host of colorful, tasty fish. Depending on the trip you opt for and the time of year you visit, you’ll have the chance to target prized species such as Snappers, Groupers, Barracuda, Amberjack, and even Mahi Mahi. Capt. Leslie will have you trying out a range of techniques to hook your catch, including popping, jigging, and bottom fishing.

Your trip includes top-quality Penn, Ugly Stik, and Yuzuri rods and reels, as well as braided-line tackle – this will come in handy if you find a huge hard-fighter at the end of your line! Your captain will also provide a fishing license for your group, as well as snacks, drinks, and lunch on the full day trip.

It’s time to come and discover the magic of fishing Belize’s stunning reefs yourself aboard Placencia Fishing Charters!



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    Half Day Inner Reef Fly Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    Price for up to 2 persons
    US $550
    If you're an early bird, join your captain on this morning adventure and explore Belize's world-class fly fishing flats and lagoons! These stunning natural habitats are home to a range of exciting fish, and you'll get to target species such as Bonefish, Tarpon, and Permit.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Fly Fishing
    Spinning
  • Private trip
    Half Day Spinning/Casting
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 2 persons
    US $550
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Lake Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Bonefish
    Bonefish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Barracuda (Pacific)
    Pacific Barracuda
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
  • Private trip
    Full Day Spinning/Casting
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    Price for up to 2 persons
    US $650
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Lake Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Spinning
  • Private trip
    Full Day Inner Reef Fly Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 2 persons
    US $650
    If you want to get well-acquainted with Belize's beautiful and diverse waters, this 8-hour adventure will give you plenty of time to explore the incredible inner reefs, lagoons, and flats! You'll fly fish for species such as Bonefish, Permit, and Tarpon. Your fishing license is included, as well as lunch.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Lake Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Fly Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Bonefish
    Bonefish
    Permit
    Permit
    Tarpon
    Tarpon

Customer reviews

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Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 8 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Running for the rain
Belize Grand Slam!
Belize Grand Slam!
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David M.
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5.0 / 5
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Running for the rain

VERIFIED   Full Day Inner Reef Fly Fishing on April 13, 2024
In very testing rain, Edlin did fantastic job avoiding it as much as possible with a great experience in the lagoon and mangroves...
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Koulton W.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Belize Grand Slam!

VERIFIED   Full Day Spinning/Casting on April 4, 2023
What an awesome place! It was our first time to Belize and did not have a clue who to go out with but we lucked out and booked...
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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May fishing trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Inner Reef Fly Fishing on May 19, 2023
Edlin is an excellent guide and fun to fish with
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William W.
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Half day trip extended to full day!

VERIFIED   Half Day Inner Reef Fly Fishing on February 20, 2022
Thank you Edlin for an extraordinary fishing trip. Lets hope weather cooperates a bit better next time. We sure did make a...
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VERIFIED   Full Day Inner Reef Fly Fishing on May 18, 2023
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FAQs about Placencia Fishing Charters – Fly/Spin Fishing

Placencia Fishing Charters – Fly/Spin Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $550 per group - Half Day Inner Reef Fly Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group - Half Day Spinning/Casting (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group - Full Day Spinning/Casting (8 hours)
  • US $650 per group - Full Day Inner Reef Fly Fishing (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Placencia Fishing Charters – Fly/Spin Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Live Bait Well Live Bait Catch During Tour
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Placencia Fishing Charters – Fly/Spin Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Yuzuri, Penn, Ugly Stik, and braided line)
  • Live Bait (Caught during the trip)
  • Lures (Rapala lures)
  • Lunch (On full day trips only)
  • Fly Fishing Equipment (Sage Salt Rod & Reels - 8/9/10/11 Weight Fly Rods)

Placencia Fishing Charters – Fly/Spin Fishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing

Placencia Fishing Charters – Fly/Spin Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping

Top targeted fish species with Placencia Fishing Charters – Fly/Spin Fishing include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Bonefish
  • Bonito
  • Grouper (Snowy)
  • Jack (Horse-eye)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Permit
  • Snapper (Cubera)
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snapper (Mutton)
  • Tarpon

Your operator

Placencia Fishing Charters
Placencia, Belize
1 Fishing Report
69 Customer reviews
Response time 6 hours
Member since January 2019
Captain Edlin Leslie Jr. has now teamed up with his son Deshawndre and other Placencia local fishermen to share the essence of his heritage! Captain Edlin Leslie Jr. is a 4th generation Placencia fisherman. His love and passion for fishing are a testament to the commitment of the legacy of his dad, grandfather, and great grandfather. 

When compared to those of his generation,​ Captain Edlin’s experience of the sea is unsurpassed! 
The captain turned his love of fishing, the thrill of the chase, and his passion for the craft into a career, versatile in the various fishing techniques from deep sea and inner reef fishing, Lobster, couch and crab hunting, to fly fishing and spin casting. He has become widely known for not just fishing but catching. 

Captain Edlin is the "born to fish kinda guy", as he loves to tackle bucket lists and loves the thrill of the chase after the big ones. A day with any of his captains is filled with fun, sun and lifelong memories.

The fish you can target

Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Bonefish Bonefish
Bonito Bonito
Grouper (Snowy) Snowy Grouper

What the boat is like

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
2 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2015
Boat manufacturer
Isabal Marine Lanchon
Boat type
Skiff

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 70HP
Max cruising speed
34 knots

Which types of fishing are offered

Inshore Fishing
Reef Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Live Bait Well
Live Bait Catch During Tour
Ice Box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Yuzuri, Penn, Ugly Stik, and braided line
Live Bait
Caught during the trip
Lures
Rapala lures
Lunch
On full day trips only
Fly Fishing Equipment
Sage Salt Rod & Reels - 8/9/10/11 Weight Fly Rods

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Visa
Mastercard
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4.5% charge will apply.

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