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Trip
Details-
TRIP DURATION
5 days/4 nights/3 days fishing
DEPOSIT AMOUNT
$1,000 non refundable per person. May be paid with personal check, certified check or money order.
Final payments are typically due 60 days prior to departure.
PACKAGE INCLUDES
o Airport assistance and transfers in Caracas
o Accommodations in deluxe Caracas coastal hotel (double occupancy)
o Hotel tax and service charge
o Fishing on first-class boats, all tackle.
o Beer & soft drinks and lunch on fishing days.
NOT INCLUDED
Airport departure tax, tips, gifts or items of a personal nature
OPTIONS:
Depending on time of year and space availability, you may be able to combine
billfishing with one of our other fishing trips in Venezuela.
SEASON
The combination of trade winds and coincident currents cause the upwelling of nutrients
from January through June and attract huge schools of baitfish that, in turn, are prey for
great numbers of billfish, particularly Blue Marlin which peak from February through May.
White Marlin and Sailfish abound during May to November, peaking from August through
October.
AVAILABLE DATES
Please call us to confirm space availability or to request specific dates
GETTING THERE
Your adventure begins with arrival at Caracas International Airport. After clearing
customs, you'll be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel, about 30
minutes away. Caraballeda marina is right next to the hotel, making for a convenient
fishing trip.
ACCOMMODATIONS
In most cases, you'll stay at the Hotel Ole Caribe. This 5-star
hotel is
convenient to Caracas International Airport and Caraballeda Marina, where we charter our
top-notch fishing boats.
MEALS
Meals are not included in the package, except lunch while fishing. A variety of
dining options are available at the hotel and some fine nearby restaurants.
FISHING PROGRAM
While seasonal variations host peak months for individual billfish species, tag studies
and fishing reports show that a healthy number of each occupy these waters year-round.
Grand slams occur regularly, and the chance of taking a record-sized fish is always just a
hook-set away. Dolphin, wahoo and tuna also thrive in these plankton-rich Caribbean waters
at the continental margin of South America. Our select fleet includes top-notch 35-foot to
45-foot fishing yachts. Each is equipped with state-of-the-art electronics and the
horsepower to get you to the fishing banks in less than an hour. Charters include Penn
International reels seated on custom-built rods with a range of line sizes from 12-50
pound test. Our captains and mates are experienced professionals who pride themselves in
finding the fish and delivering VIP service. Daytime highs average in the mid-90's. The
sun is intense at this latitude, especially so on the ocean where water reflection doubles
the risk of sunburn. Strong sunscreen (preferably waterproof) and lightweight reflective
clothing are a must. Seas are often rough, so Dramamine or Equilibrium Patches can help
reduce sea-sickness.
SAMPLE OUTLINE ITINERARY
(Subject to revision. Detailed itineraries are prepared on confirmation of reservation)
Day 1: Arrive in Caracas. Airport reception and transfer to hotel.
Overnight.
Days 2-4: Breakfast on own. Transfer to marina.
Full day fishing for blue marlin, white marlin, sailfish or other gamefish. Evening at
leisure. Overnight in hotel.
Day 5: Transfer to International Airport for your departure flight back to U.S.
PASSPORT/VISA REQUIREMENTS
A valid passport required for U.S. citizens. Tourist cards are provided on your
international flight to Venezuela. Passengers assume all responsibility for obtaining
valid passports.
LANGUAGE(S) SPOKEN
Spanish. Hotel staff and boat crew speak limited English.
WEATHER
Daytime temperatures typically range from 80-100 during the day, but typically cool down
to the 70s in the evening. Heavy tropical downpours can occur even during the "dry
season" so be sure to pack a rain suit. Humidity in the tropics can play havoc with
cameras or other electronic devices.
TRIP INSURANCE
We recommend you purchase trip cancellation insurance to cover any losses should you have
to cancel to due to unforeseen illness or other emergency. Certain restrictions do apply.
Premium rates are typically is about $65 per $1,000 of coverage, and usually include some
benefits for lost baggage, trip interruption, and emergency evacuation. Forms may be obtained through by calling our office.
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