OVERVIEW

Located literally at “the end of the road” this unique lodge sits in the border area between

Belize and Mexico in the quiet fishing village of Xcalak (pronounced EESH-KAL-ACK).  Situated on a point near the little known Bay of Chetumal.  Costa de Cocos is truly like stepping back in the time of “old Mexico”.  Very undeveloped when compared to it’s neighbors up north like Majahual, Tulum and Cancun.  This is a little

known retreat for many expatriates.  Many “gringos” have purchased beach-front lots and built some truly spectacular homes here.  Don’t be fooled, it has had little effect on the local flavor and only seems to enhance this seaside village.  It seems you can always find someone from your hometown in one of the quaint watering-holes scattered about the village.  Cool ocean breezes keep the lodge comfortable and the wind generators spinning for modern conveniences.  This is one of the “greener” lodges about the area.  There is plenty of activity in town and around the lodge.  If you enjoy nature touring, diving and fishing, touring ruins and soaking up the local color, this is the place.  Not to mention the wonderful flats fishing throughout the area.

TARGET SPECIES

Year-round they  have Tarpon, Bonefish, and Permit, you can also catch Snook, Jacks, Tuna, Barracuda, Snapper, Grouper, Dorado, Marlin, Sailfish and more seasonally

 

 

 

 

ACCOMMODATIONS

Comfort is the key to this lodge. 16 individual private cabanas, (all recently remodeled), with traditional exterior stonework,  exotic tropical woods, native thatch palapa roofs, and louvered wood fully screened windows all around, to catch the Caribbean breeze. Each cabana has it's own private bathroom & shower, fresh hot water, and daily maid service.

Costa de Cocos has a authentic palapa restaurant with a fully stocked bar to quench the most discerning palate.   You have to try the mango-lobster pizza while you enjoy the outside beachfront deck seating.  Don’t forget the cold cervezas!!

LENGTH OF STAY & RATES (2012)  *THIS IS AN ALL-INCLUSIVE PACKAGE!

* THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES, PRIVATE COTTAGE, DAILY MAID SERVICE, FISHING, ALL MEALS, OPEN BAR, GROUND TRANSPORTATION, TAXES, FEES AND MEXICAN FISHING LICENSE.  EVERYTHING EXCEPT YOUR AIRFARE!!

SEASON Year round *See “Fishing” above for species seasonal details

BOATS AND EQUIPMENT OFFERED

Costa De Cocos utilizes local “pangas” for accessing the many flats in the surrounding area.  Pangas are considered to be the “camels of the sea”.  They are stable, shallow-drafting and more than roomy for fishing.  Take all the gear you want, you will have room to spare.  CDC does have some rental fishing gear available, however, as with nearly all foreign angling destinations, we highly recommend bringing your own.  If diving is on your itinerary, they have everything you may need.

HOW TO GET THERE

CDC is located 250 miles south of Cancun. It is easy to rent a car and take the leisurely drive down and absorb plenty of local color along the way. 

Many airlines offer direct flights into Cancun.  All clients should book their reservations to arrive into Cancun no later than 2:30pm and no earlier than 12:00 noon on your return.  This is imperative to assure a smooth connection with local transfers.  You may also opt for the new CHARTER SERVICE from Cancun to Xcalak.  Check with us for specific times and prices. 

Ground Transportation provided by the lodge is in Air Conditioned Vans and the trip is roughly 4 hours on the newly improved roads to Xcalak.  Pretty cool stuff.  Relax and chill.

NON-ANGLING ACTIVITIES

Name your pleasure!! The resort offers Snorkeling tours to local hot spots, Diving, Kayaking the ancient lagoons, exploring the Mayan ruins, Eco-touring and even that rare activity of LOUNGING.  Run into town and have the awesome fish tacos at “Yamira’s” with the coldest beer available in the Yucatan.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR TRAVEL

All U.S. citizens are required to have a valid passport that does not expire within 6 months of trips dates. Please be sure that your passport has at least two blank, unstamped pages remaining in back, and that it is not torn, delaminated, or damaged in any way. No visas or inoculations are required for U.S. citizens. A Mexican departure tax is payable at the airport when leaving Mexico. Some airlines include this as a pre-paid part of your ticket. Please check with your travel agent or carrier to verify this.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

All lodging and fishing specified in your package, round trip ground transfer between either Cancun or Chetumal Airports to Costa de Cocos Lodge, three meals per day, applicable Mexican VAT taxes, all beverages, soft drinks, open bar, Mexican beer and rum, bottled water and wine. Plus, all the relaxing, scenery and laughter you can handle.

NOT INCLUDED

Your International Flight, Private Jet or Yacht is not included in your stay.  Nor is your Butler, Masseuse, Wine Steward or Personal Chef.  You get the idea.  GRATUITIES FOR THE GUIDES AND STAFF ARE NOT INCLUDED.  TAKE CARE OF THESE FOLKS.

FISHING

The Bay of Chetumal and the surrounding fringed lagoons are productive for flats species year-round.  It is not uncommon to find bonefish, permit and tarpon even when a cold front passes through the area.  With nearly 30 flats that hold fish, the local guides are always able to put the angler up to the challenge of these elusive fish.  One of the wonderful aspects of Costa de Cocos is the sheer variety of angling opportunities.  Most of the flats are a short boat ride through a Government Cut from the oceanside.  Once “inside” the flats are serene and breathtaking.  The further north you travel up the inside of the bay, the more remote the flats become and the fish less suspicious.  Wading is a very good option for many anglers who want to work the flats to tailing fish on foot.  A very productive method.  Many schools of permit and bonefish wander the flats in search of crabs, shrimp and small baitfish.  On occasion you will see large solitary fish feeding along the edges of the flats.

CAPACITY

Costa is a rare gem indeed, with 16 cabanas, it can host large groups of anglers and CORPORATE GROUPS.  Groups of 16 are the maximum for anglers.

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