Summer 2012

Magdalena Bay

June 9-16

(Fly Dates)

Price: $1500.00

(Airport transfers not included
Prices based on min. double room occupancy**)

This year we will camp and fish at Magdalena Island on Magdelalena Bay and paddle into the esteros and environs in our sit on top kayaks, from of our fully stocked beach camp. Tents are provided. Kayaks provided are Ocean Kayak Prowler 13, with a high back padded seat by Surf to Summit. Bring your personal items, sleeping bag and fishing gear and ready yourself for a real flyfishing adventure on a remote island in the Bahia Magdalena-which is larger than San Francisco Bay! Packing lists are part of the registration/information packet, but you only need a nine or ten weight fly rod. We will cruise the huge estero and it's tidal river and cast against the mangroves for broomtail grouper, shortfin corvina, halibut, long jaw leather jacks, spotted bay bass,and more of the 160 species in Bahia Magdalena. Learn to flyfish from a kayak-it is easier than you think and as challenging as you want to make it. Other activities include hiking on the island over to the Pacific side, birdwatching, swimming and relaxing. Our cook Alvaro is always in camp preparing our next meal and cocktails. I have been working with the same staff for fifteen years--it is a very fun trip. I am always filled with anticipation about going back to this area. It is always full of surprises. last year the fishing was amazing and we expect more of the same this June.

** Price based on minimum of 7 and maximum of 10 guests **

     Trip price includes:   2 hotel nights in La Paz on June 18th and 25th.   Private taxi shuttle from your hotel to spectacular camp site on the sand dunes of Isla Magdalena near the fishing village of Puerto Adolfo Lopez Matteos. Base camp set up complete with tents a week of fine dining, cocktails and fishing tales and fly tying instruction (on request).    

Not included:  flights and airport transfer. Sleeping bags and fishing gear.

Itinerary:

June 9:  Arrive in La Paz – check into La Paz hotel and meet Gary Bulla for trip orientation

June 10th:   Van ride to Lopez Mateos and panga over to our island base camp.   Total transfer time approximately 4 hours.   Lunch followed by first afternoon fishing in protected estuary opposite our camp site.

June 11th-15th:    Fly-fishing, hiking in sand dune, beach-combing along the Pacific Ocean, Nature watching and relaxing at camp. 

 After breakfast, fishing and lunch on Friday the 15th we will take our private taxi back to La Paz. Check into the Araiza Inn and relax. Farewell dinner (included) in a La Paz restaurant.

June 25th:  Breakfast and flight home.

Some of the gang will continue on with me to Punta Arena/Cerralvo Island environs for a week or half week of big game fishing.

Trip fees help support conservation of the Gulf of California Islands' Flora and Fauna Protection Area.

Reserve a spot now!   inclusive.

This is a great trip for those adventurous flyfishers making the transition from freshwater to saltwater. Trips limited to 10 people. Cost includes hotel first night and last, tent, all food and beverages, guidance in kayaking and flyfishing from kayaks. Not including travel to La Paz or airport transfer to hotel. Please-if you have any questions-feel free to call or email . Phone 805 933 1367, 9 AM to 5 PM.

Click here for suggested kayak fly fishing gear. A nine or ten weight rod and reel!

"Quick Escape"  (a half week) dates arranged for your group of seven or more.

Paddle at Isla Espiritu Santo and San Jose Islands (in the Sea of Cortez) or Magdalena Island and fly fish for a variety of species. We have great kayaks, and an incredibly beautiful location with plenty of Baja inshore game fish. Bring your rod and set up your tent on a beach. Have a delicious lunch and then cast into the magical Sea of Cortez from your kayak. Spend the evening trading stories and sipping a "grita". Or take a walk on a pristine island beach.

Full week trips, and all trips include hotel the night before and the night after the trip. Fully catered while on the island. (Single supplement for individuals traveling alone and not sharing hotel room: $120 US). Air fare not  included in any trips.

Remember, all meals are included while we're on the Islands. We serve local fresh food, fruits and vegetables, with a variety of refreshments. It is a great time of year to strand yourself on the most beautiful island in the Sea of Cortez and see the backing on your fly reel. The food and camaraderie is always incredible. You have seen the pictures, right? Questions? gary@garybulla.com

Inclusive *

Included:  All food and beverages during trip, hotel night before and after trip, transportation from hotel to island and back, all kayak gear, all snorkel gear, wetsuit,  all camping gear - (excluding  sleeping bag, air mattress or Thermo-rest).  Bring your own tent, wetsuit and snorkel gear if you prefer. 

Not included: Air fares, airport transfer, sleeping bag,  meals in La Paz (other than farewell dinner for week guests).

All gear must be reserved ahead of time. We will need to know height and weight for wetsuits and foot size for snorkel gear.  Don't forget you will need your passport if you fly into Mexico.

Custom Trips:

These dates don't work? Put together your own group of seven or more and let's arrange it!

Please call 805 933 1367 between 8am and 5pm Pacific Time for more information or email gary@garybulla.com.

Help conserve Espiritu Santo

The Archipelago of Espiritu Santo is part of the 'Gulf of California Islands' Flora and Fauna Protection Area.  Endemic species inhabit the islands and the terrestrial portion of the biodiversity include more than 200 species of vascular plants.  There are more than 70 species of insular fauna, in groups such as amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals, which include notables like the Juancito (little squirrel), the Babisuri (Ring-tailed cat), the Black Hare.  In the surrounding waters you can observe more than 50 species of aquatic birds that nest in the archipelago and more than 15 species of marine mammals. On our fly fishing trips we average fifteen species of fish. The island seas are bursting with life. Some areas around Espiritu Santo are protected marine sancuaries and may not be fished.

By joining one of our overnight expeditions to San Jose Isalnd, Espiritu Santo Island, Magdalena Island a portion of  your trip fee is given to the Conservation Department of the Mexican Government (SEMARNAT).  Great efforts are being made to conserve  the islands in their natural splendor so we may continue to enjoy them in pristine condition.  We  help to protect the islands providing statistical information and voluntary ranger service besides arranging periodic beach cleaning.  We proudly uphold the conservation efforts and with your support  we will continue to enjoy this wonderful kayaker's paradise.

And One Percent of our gross sales is donated to grass roots enviromental groups.