AlPhONSE ISlANd RESORt - Tailwaters Fly Fishing Co.

alphonse island resort
WHEN TO GO
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N O N - A N G L I N G AC T I V I T I E S
Although fishing is the predominant activity at the Alphonse Island Resort, there
are a myriad of slow paced alternate activities for non-angling guests to choose
from. Gorgeous beaches perimeter the island and a huge and beautiful freshwater
swimming pool sits in the heart of the resort complex.
sEASONALITY / wHEN TO gO:
The Alphonse Island Resort is open
the months of October – May and
closes down for the rainy season during
the summer months. The rainy season is
well defined, starting abruptly in May and
concluding abruptly in September. Anglers
should not be fearful of poor conditions in
early October and late April.
Because Alphonse Island is only seven degree
south of the equator, the quality of
the weather and fishing remains consistent
throughout the season. The really is no
“perfect time” to visit Alphonse Island while
the resort is open however we always
discuss tide charts for perspective weeks
our clients are considering. While fishing
on Alphonse and St. Francois is always spectacular,
certain tides are more conducive for
targeting certain species.
Temperatures remain warm year round in
the eighties and nineties, even at night. The
heat is never unbearable and a nice tropical
breeze usually keeps things pleasant. Like all
tropical destinations, rainstorms and breezy
conditions can pop up at anytime, however
consistent bad conditions are usually most
prevalent during the summer months when
the fishing operation is closed.
The resort has a lighted tennis court as well as several saltwater kayaks & paddleboats for
those interested in a little exercise. There is an English style billiards table and a very spacious
and equipped conference room/facility for business meetings. The island itself is completely
uninhabited excluding the resort with several miles of well-manicured trails through
the tropical jungle that are great for a jog or bike ride. On the opposite side of the island
there are some remote beaches that are great for a private stroll or a little snorkeling.
SCUBA: Alphonse can also arrange for a
professional PADI certified dive master to
be on hand to explore the lagoons incredible
dive sites. A minimum of 4 divers are
required for the diving program to operate,
and advance notice is required.
SPA SERVICE: We can arrange for a professional
beautician to be on island during the week
for approximately $2000US. This grants everyone
in the party limitless massages as well as facials and
other beauty treatments for women.
NOTE ABOUT NON-ANGLING ACTIVITY
FOR 2011-2012 SEASON:
The resort is currently undergoing plans for
a renovation project and has limited staff
on hand for non-anglers. HOWEVER, as
mentioned above, with some notice we can
arrange for staff to be on hand for the SPA
facility and scuba diving program. - Inquire
for details.
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