World Class Flats Fishing in Espiritu Santo Bay, Mexico
Up to 9 Guests
About
Tail Inn – Espiritu Santo Bay Fly Fishing Trips
Location: Punta Herrero, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Hosted By: Tail Inn Lodge
Season: Year-Round (Peak: March–June & September–November)
Experience World-Class Flats Fishing in the Heart of the Sian Ka’an Biosphere
Welcome to Tail Inn, a remote fly-fishing lodge positioned on the edge of Espiritu Santo Bay—one of the most untouched, high-quality flats fisheries on Earth. Nestled deep inside the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve, this operation provides exclusive access to shallow saltwater habitats teeming with bonefish, permit, tarpon, snook, jacks, barracuda, and more.
Your week at Tail Inn includes 7 nights and 6 full days of guided fishing, gourmet meals, comfortable accommodations, and seamless logistics from your arrival in Tulum all the way to the lodge.
Tail Inn is built for anglers: handcrafted panga boats, expert local guides, personalized service, quiet beachfront rooms, and a lodge atmosphere rooted in camaraderie, conservation, and world-class sight-fishing opportunities.
Trip Structure
- 7 Nights at Tail Inn Lodge
- 6 Full Days of Guided Fishing on Espiritu Santo Bay
- Arrival Day: Travel from Tulum to Punta Herrero, settle in, evening dinner
- Fishing Days: Full day on the water with your guide team
- Departure Day: Morning departure back to Tulum
Package Options
Below are the three available lodging + boat configurations presented within a single listing. Each includes the full Tail Inn experience, with differences only in room type and boat privacy.
Shared Room + Shared Boat
7 Nights • 6 Days Guided Fishing
The classic Tail Inn experience designed for anglers who enjoy camaraderie and want an all-inclusive week at the lodge. This package pairs you with another angler in a comfortable shared room and a shared panga (2:1 guide ratio).
Includes:
- Shared double-occupancy room
- Shared boat with 2 anglers per guide
- 6 full days of guided fishing
- All meals (breakfast, packed boat lunches, evening cuisine)
- Ground transfers to/from Tulum
- Fishing licenses
- Park entry fees & biosphere registration
- Mexican VAT taxes
Shared Room + Single Boat
7 Nights • 6 Days Guided Fishing
Perfect for anglers who want the comfort of a shared room but prefer their own private boat. Enjoy more shots, customizable pacing, and a dedicated guide team without upgrading to a single room.
Includes:
- Shared double-occupancy room
- Private boat (exclusive use)
- 6 full days of guided fishing
- All meals
- Ground transfers to/from Tulum
- Fishing licenses
- Park entry fees
- Mexican VAT taxes
Single Room + Single Boat
7 Nights • 6 Days Guided Fishing
Tail Inn’s premium tier. Enjoy the privacy of your own room and the luxury of your own boat for the entire week. Ideal for solo anglers or anyone wanting a fully private, custom-paced fishing experience.
Includes:
- Private single-occupancy room
- Private boat with dedicated guides
- 6 full days of guided fishing
- All meals
- Ground transfers to/from Tulum
- Fishing licenses
- Park entry fees
- Mexican VAT taxes
What You’ll Target
Tail Inn guides specialize in technical sight-fishing across shallow flats, mangrove channels, and protected lagoons. The region offers one of the most diverse saltwater sportfishing ecosystems in the Caribbean.
Primary Species:
- Permit
- Bonefish
- Tarpon (juvenile & migratory seasons)
- Snook
Additional Opportunities:
- Barracuda
- Jacks
- Triggerfish
- Snapper
Accommodations & Amenities
Tail Inn delivers a balance of comfort and authenticity, designed for anglers who appreciate great food, cold drinks, real hospitality, and clean, ocean-view accommodations after a long day on the bay.
- Air-conditioned beachfront rooms
- Hot showers and daily housekeeping
- Spacious main lodge with fly-tying area
- Gourmet dinners featuring local cuisine & fresh seafood
- Reliable power, Wi-Fi at the lodge, purified drinking water
- Proximity to Punta Herrero village and endless wadeable flats
The Tail Inn Experience
What sets Tail Inn apart is its exclusive location deep inside a protected wilderness area, its team of experienced local guides, and its ability to deliver the “classic fishing lodge feel” with handcrafted boats, high catch rates, and a laid-back atmosphere where anglers feel at home.
From poling across glass-clear flats to evenings swapping stories on the patio, each day blends adventure, comfort, and lifelong memories.
Booking & Travel Information
- Fly into Tulum International Airport
- Ground transfer from Tulum to Punta Herrero included
- Standard week-long format runs Saturday to Saturday
- All fishing licenses, biosphere fees, and taxes included
This outfitter currently has no lodging available.
Target species

Tarpon

Permit

Snook

Barracuda

Triggerfish

Jack Crevalle

Bonefish
Amenities
Trip includes
Location
Cancún, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Tail Inn offers saltwater fly fishing on the pristine flats of Espiritu Santo Bay, while anglers enjoy a comfortable lodging experience and exquisite local dining. Our guide team will help anglers target permit, bonefish, tarpon, snook, barracuda and snapper to name a few.
For those of you new to the southern Yucatan, Tail Inn is nestled in the quaint and remote lobster fishing village of Punta Herrero. The last stop for any necessities is in the tourist village of Mahahual, before entering the southern entrance of the Sian Ka'an Biosphere and finally Punta Herrero the entrance to Espiritu Santo Bay.
The lodge is operated by Saul one of the founders of the lobster coop in the early 80's, his lovely wife Noemi and their children. They partnered with Evan an expat and avid angler residing in Mahahual since 2005. Once the three became friends the Tail Inn was created for those with a sense of adventure and local flair. We await those that seek good times and greater fishing!
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$5,980