Charlie made our half-day fishing trip unforgettable! He was incredibly patient, kept everything safe and relaxed, and made the whole experience genuinely fun. We both landed tarpon (huge highlight!) and couldn’t stop laughing—the giggles probably echoed across the sea. Highly recommend fishing with him!

Charlie II, and his crew member Santi, worked very hard to put me on permit. Throughout the day Charlie was very helpful and patient to coach me through locating and casting to these fish, even after multiple misses on my part. I did not keep count of how many shots I had on these fish, but there were many. It was amazing to wade and stalk these fish in the most beautiful place I have ever been. I highly recommend Charlie Leslie Fly Fishing and would absolutely book another trip if given the chance.

My only advice, if you have not been permit fishing before, practice accurate casting a lot before you arrive so you can capitalize on Charlie’s expertise.

Went out with Charlie 3. Learned a lot about fishing for bones and mainly permit. Although I’ve caught many freshwater fish over the past 76 years, this was different ballgame. From dropping a size 20 dry fly to a wary native trout in the mountains to cautiously land, one to one of the spookiest fish I’ve ever pursued - Permit.
I didn’t fish out of the boat. We waded to try to get close enough. It’s not always about catching the fish. It’s the pursuit and the education of a new venture. It’s never too late to have someone teach an old dog new tricks. This is my first trip to the Caribbean and my first guide trip - and hopefully it won’t be the last.  I’ve
taught many old and young the art of fishing
and hunting, but I learned a lot on this trip.

Michael D. Higgins
Antique Indian & Spanish Art since 1972
Tucson, Az
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  Vietnam Veteran