Fish Bair's Lodge

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Destination Description

Bairs lodge is ideally located twenty-five miles south of Congo Town at Little Creek. Three things that best describe this fishery are massive hard bottom flats, beautiful blue crystal clear water, and huge bonefish. Anglers typically will not go long without spotting and stalking double digit fish.

Bair’s convenient location allows guides to quickly access all sides of South Andros. These include the hundreds of square miles of flats inside the Deep and Little creek systems, outrageous numbers of unpressured fish on the southern flats, and the legendary West Side — options that also ensure anglers much more water to fish on any tide and especially if weather is not cooperating. The southern end of Andros is miles from the busier lodges to the north of the island, and luckily Bair’s Lodge does not share its vast fishery with many competing lodges or guides. Bair's Lodge is owned and operated by Nervous Waters, a reputable fly fishing destination group that has high end lodges all over the world. While the fishing on South Andros speaks for itself, Bair’s Lodge prides itself on providing guests the best guides, boats, and creature comforts the most discerning traveling angler would ever dream of.

The beachfront location of this traditional lodge is ideal for great sunrises and - if you haven’t had your fill of fishing - anglers are a short walk from plenty of great shots at tailing bones on the home flat in front of the lodge. The lodge is a combination of six double occupancy rooms, with a large common area loaded with couches and a television.

Quick Facts

Location: South Andros, Bahamas

Species: Bonefish, Permit, Tarpon, Barracuda, and More

Seasonality: October - June

Rates: $7,350 for 6 Nights / 5 Days (Shorter and longer packages available)

Contact Us

Reach out to our team in the travel department to learn more about our experiences at Bair's Lodge.

Phone: (888) 824-5420 or (214) 219-2500
Email: travel@tailwatersflyfishing.com

FISHING

The lodge is in a prime location on the South Bight, lending easy access to the interior flats of Little Creek, west side flats, and the pristine flats of the southern portion of Andros. The vast fishery offers some of the most diverse styles of fishing found in the Bahamas, including nearly endless opportunities to wade. Southern Andros is made up of numerous crystal clear, hard-bottom flats very accessible on foot. The fishery also offers plenty of mangrove-lined creeks and inland lakes loaded with schooling bones in the 3-6 pound range. If you prefer fishing from the skiff, anglers have the opportunity to chase singles and doubles (often going double digits) found around some of the remote cayes and ocean side flats from the lodge's modern Maverick skiffs.

The size of the fishery is immense, with very little pressure, yielding obscene numbers of uneducated bonefish… including some seriously large trophies. Although bonefish are the traditional target species, there are occasionally opportunities for other species such as barracuda, permit, tarpon, jack crevalle, mutton snapper, horse-eye jacks, and other reef dwelling species. Local guides at the lodge are hard working veterans who have fished Southern Andros all their lives.

ACCOMMODATIONS

The luxurious beachfront lodge is situated on a beautiful white sand beach with a well-manicured landscape, plenty of palm trees, and a large fire pit for evening stories and chatter. The lodge is very homey and laid back with a ton of lounging space both indoors and outdoors. For those that like to stay connected, there is free wifi and a satellite television. All Maverick skiffs are moored directly in front of the lodge, making the morning commute to your fishing spot a breeze.

Like all Nervous Waters properties, Bair’s traditional lodge is extremely comfortable, with six en-suite double bedrooms, holding a capacity of twelve anglers. When available, anglers can enjoy a single bedroom at no additional cost. Each air conditioned room has king beds, cotton sheets and down pillows, plenty of power outlets, and wifi. The dining room is spacious and laid back, with a professional chef creating dishes using fresh produce, seafood, and local flavors. And you bet, conch is on the menu! Located right on the beach is an outdoor patio with plenty of seating and tables for everyone to enjoy cocktails and appetizers.

TRAVEL

Bair’s Lodge is a 25-minute drive from the airport in Congo Town (TNZ) on South Andros. There are a handful of options for flying into Congo Town. Most guests elect to connect in Nassau with local carrier Western Air which operates twice daily round trip flights.

Guests can also fly Watermaker’s Air from Ft. Lauderdale on regularly scheduled flights several days a week. Round-trip airfare with Watermaker’s is a little more expensive comparatively, but the convenience is well worth it and there is usually a cost savings associated with skipping the Nassau leg. For larger parties, we can organize private charters from Ft. Lauderdale as well. Congo Town’s air strip is well maintained, approximately 5000 feet, and can accommodate private aircraft with customs and immigrations services on site.

WHEN TO GO / SEASONALITY

One thing people often neglect when considering a trip to the Bahamas is the weather. The Bahamas are actually in the Atlantic Ocean, not the Caribbean Sea. As a result, the Bahamas are more susceptible to northerly cold fronts than their Caribbean neighbors to the south, as well as being subject to tropical storms during hurricane season.

Bair’s Lodge is CLOSED July through September. The Springtime and Fall months are considered prime-time, but the winter months can also be a fantastic time for targeting trophy bones between cold fronts.

NON-ANGLING ACTIVITIES

Fishing is the predominant activity at Bair’s; however, the area’s beautiful beaches are a peaceful place for a jog, swim, or just for rest and relaxation.

2024 Rates

Lodging / Fishing	October - December 2023	January - June 2024
7 Nights / 6 Days	$7,550	$7,950
6 Nights / 5 Days	$6,995	$7,350
5 Nights / 4 Days	$6,450	$6,750
4 Nights / 3 Days	$5,350	$5,650
3 Nights / 2 Days	$4,050	$4,275

FULL DAY FISHING ON ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE: $950 per boat (1 or 2 anglers) + government taxes + fishing license

HALF DAY FISHING ON ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE: $800 per boat (1 or 2 anglers) + government taxes + fishing license

NON-ANGLERS: $650 per night + government taxes

SINGLE ROOM AND BOAT: 75% surcharge when available

What's Included

Lodging
All Meals
Open Bar
Guided fishing
Fishing license
Transportation between Bair's Lodge and Congo Town Airport
Loaner Fishing Equipment (rods, reels, and lines)

What's Not Included

Airfare to Congo Town, South Andros
Flies
Gratuities for guides and staff
Fishing License
VAT Taxes

Terms & Conditions

Tailwaters Travel must adhere to the cancellation policies of the guides, outfitters and lodges which it represents. Bair’s Lodge policy follows: A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to hold all reservations. Remaining balance due 120 days prior to departure. Refunds or credits cannot be issued for fishing time lost due to inclement weather (including hurricanes). Refunds of deposits/payments made on credit cards will be charged a 3.5% service charge to fully compensate Tailwaters Travel for all bank charges incurred. Receipt of deposit and/or final payment is acknowledgement that registrant has read and accepts the cancellation, refund and responsibility clauses.

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