MARS BAY BONEFISH LODGE RATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Children: Given the property’s nature and the activities at Mars Bay Bonefish Lodge, it is not suitable for younger children requiring adult supervision. Respectfully, as a courtesy to other lodge guests, we do not allow bringing children under the age of 12.

• No Half-Day Fishing Rates – Whether it is a half or whole day the cost of fuel and a guide to the lodge is the same.
• We rotate all guides daily. You may not reserve a guide.
• We do not offer reef or bluewater fishing.
• We do not offer snorkeling.
• NON-FISHING RATES – WE RESERVE ALL SLOTS FOR FLY FISHING GUESTS ONLY.
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INCLUDED IN THE RATES

Package rates include transportation to and from Congo Town (TZN), room tax, VAT tax, accommodations, wireless internet, meals, boat, and guide. Additionally,  included is free wine, beer, and alcohol EXCEPT in the boat. We will buy two beers per person for the boat. Additional beers for the boat are $5 each. While cost is not a concern, it’s about bad behavior. Did you come to get drunk or go fishing? There’s plenty of time for that at the lodge.

Alcoholic beverages in stock are Kalik beer, Bacardi Anejo and Mount Gay rum, Tanqueray Gin, Grey Goose vodka, Jim Beam bourbon, Dewars and J&B scotch, and table wines in Cabernet, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, and Chardonnay. If you would like something in particular such as a bottle of 15-year-old single malt scotch or a special bottle of wine you’ll have to bring it with you.

Fishing License – A weekly fishing license is included in the rate. 

 

NOT INCLUDED IN THE RATES

ROD, REELS, AND TACKLE

WE DO NOT PROVIDE LOANER GEAR, so please bring everything you need. Mars Bay is a fly fishing lodge, all slots are for reserved for fly fishing guests. Beginners are absolutely welcome and often end up catching the biggest fish of the week. It’s better to be lucky than good! However, if you don’t own a fly rod, aren’t sure how to rig one, or don’t know how to tie on a fly, you’ll need to buy a rod and reel and brush up on those skills before your visit. 

TIPS

All tips must be paid in cash. Please bring enough cash to cover tips and other incidentals while on the island. Please note, There is no ATM on the island.

AIR TRAVEL

to/from Congo Town is not included. You are responsible for making these arrangements.

LAUNDRY SERVICE

NO DAILY LAUNDRY SERVICE! NO, YOU MAY NOT USE THE WASHER AND DRYER! We ask that all guests pick one day a week that they would like laundry done and combine their laundry. When we have a load, the maid will wash and fold your laundry. Although she does this from the kindness in her heart, you should give an additional tip at the end of the week. Please leave her something extra at the end of your stay.

GUIDE TIP

$125 per day per boat – At the end of your day, please tip your guide upon arrival at the dock.

HOUSEKEEPING/KITCHEN STAFF

$40 per night per guest. Do not tip the staff directly; the maids are forgotten. The manager will collect the house staff tip at the end of your stay.

Finally, please don’t forget to tip your taxi Driver.

Did you book the trip? GETTING HERE

Please be sure to read What to Bring, Tips and Tricks, and FAQ’s

 

Deposits

To secure your dates, a deposit or full payment is required. We will not hold unsecured slots. You must make a 50% deposit within 14 days of booking to secure your reservation. If you fail to make the deposit within this timeframe, we will release your slots. The balance is due 90 days before arrival. Reservations made within 90 days of arrival require full payment.

Travel Insurance

We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance from TRAVELGUARD, which covers cancellations due to illness, accidents, hurricanes, terrorism, financial insolvency, natural disaster, airline strike, jury duty, military duty, stolen passport or visa, loss of employment. However, please note that trip cancellations and trip interruptions due to known, foreseeable, or expected events, epidemics, or fear of travel, weddings, funerals, business meetings, or the dog eating your homework are generally not covered. There is an expensive policy called CFAR-Cancel For Any Reason that will allow you to cancel for any reason. Cost is about 25% of your trip cost.

Cancellation Policy

Please understand that Mars Bay Bonefish Lodge does not reschedule, credit, or offer refunds for any reason, including and not exclusive to illness, accidents, weather, terrorism, pandemics, or asteroid strikes, or the great rapture. We strongly advise purchasing travel insurance to protect against unforeseen circumstances. Our cancellation policy allows for a full refund for cancellations made 91 days or more prior to arrival. However, no refunds, credits, or rescheduling are granted for cancellations made within 90 days of arrival. This policy is necessary to sustain our business operations.

Refunds, Credits, and Rescheduling

If you contact the lodge more than 91 days before your arrival, we will issue a refund, allowing time to fill your slot. However, cancellations within 90 days or less will not receive credits, rescheduling, or a refund. We understand that some may find this policy rude, but it is crucial to our business. Reservations are often made over a year in advance, and last-minute changes, such as needing to reschedule, disrupt our operations. The lodge holds your slot, which could have been sold multiple times, and now the client wants to reserve another slot in the future. The client effectively expects two slots for the price of one. Absolutely not! Trip insurance will not cover it, and neither will the lodge.

Final Reminder

Remember, trip insurance won’t cover these scenarios without documentation. Please purchase travel insurance.

Mars Bay is a fishing lodge, not an insurance company.

Upon submitting your deposit or full payment, you confirm that you have read and agreed to the deposits, cancellations, and refund policy.

You can buy trip insurance here… TRAVELGUARD

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