Cosmoledo Atoll

Perfect, once in a lifetime adventure; remote, legendary fishery

Cosmoledo Atoll, located 560 nautical miles SW of the main island of Mahe, is a land-based fishing operation situated on Wizard Island, the ultimate saltwater destination for the traveling angler. Known for its giant trevally fishing, the sheer number and variety of fish have amazed anglers from across the globe. It offers a rare opportunity and a privilege to gaze into a world which has changed very little in the years that have past. The program runs from Thursday to Thursday, thus providing the perfect opportunity to extend the trip and enjoy the famed Alphonse Island fishing program.

Fishing

Cosmoledo’s large white sand flats, lagoon edges and channels are ruled by the notorious giant trevally. A plethora of other species makes Cosmoledo a truly special fishing destination. Bonefish, milkfish, Indo-Pacific permit, triggerfish, bluefin trevally and others call this amazing atoll home.

Accommodation

The lodge consists of eight double/twin en-suite cabins with a central communal dining and entertainment area. The rooms are made up of custom-designed, up-cycled containers, and the dining and entertainment area is a large tent with bare sand floors.

Gear

As a general rule, we use a 9 wt. outfit for bonefish and permit, a 10 wt. for triggerfish and milkfish and a 12 wt. for GTs, bluefin trevally and barracuda, all paired with quality reels with proven drag systems. A complete gear list will be sent upon confirmation of your trip.

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Hank Ingram

Roddy Hall

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Trip Specifics

Season: First spring tide at the end November into the beginning of December through April annually. The charter flight departs Mahe at 8 a.m. for the three-hour flight to Astove Island where guests board the MV Wizard for the one-hour shuttle by boat to Cosmoledo Atoll. The charter flights often make a quick stop on Alphonse Island. On your last day, please settle your account as instructed before departing the atoll. The charter flight departs Astove Islands at approximately 11:30 a.m., arriving back in Mahe around 2:30 p.m. Medical evacuation insurance is mandatory for this destination.

Rates

2024 - 7N/6D package $19,145 based on shared occupancy/guide, $24,185 for single occupancy/shared guide, based on availability. Overnight in Mahe necessary (not included) due to early charter flight (included) the next morning. Leisure packages available. Conservation Levy $240 per person.