(ContentDesk) April 16, 2006 -- For years Turneffe Flats located on Belizes Turneffe Atoll, the largest and most biologically diverse atoll in the Caribbean, has been known as one of the Caribbean's premier saltwater fly fishing destinations. The diversity of the saltwater flats fishing sets them apart from other destinations. Turneffe Flats Lodge has just signed on with AmericanFlyFishingVacations.com.Accommodations:Main Lodge: The social center for Turneffe Flats is our air-conditioned lodge. The screened verandah is a wonderful place to enjoy the tropical evening. Meals are a tasty combination of Belizean and American dishes served family-style.

The lodges spacious, air-conditioned guests rooms have private baths and are all located on the beach with panoramic views of Turneffes coral reef. Fishing: Bonefishing: Bonefishing is a mainstay of our fishing with miles of crystal clear, wadable flats. Turneffe's extensive turtle grass flats holds large schools of bonefish as well as smaller groups and singles. Bonefishing is consistently good throughout the year. Permit Fishing: In recent years, increasing numbers of saltwater anglers have developed a serious interest in the elusive Permit.

Turneffe Flats is one of a select group of saltwater destinations where you can experience the excitement of flats fishing for tailing permit with a reasonable opportunity to catch one. Our permit fishing is consistently available throughout the year. Tarpon Fishing: Because tarpon are migratory, tarpon fishing is seasonal. Although some tarpon are around throughout the year, our tarpon season begins in April and continues to mid October. June, July and August are generally the best months for tarpon fishing.

Most of our migratory tarpon are in the 70-90 pound range but we see a few 150-200 pound monsters each year. Atoll Adventure (Marine Eco tours):Because there are so many wonderful things to see and do at Turneffe, we developed a snorkeling and adventure package several years ago. This has now evolved into a diversified marine ecotourism with multiple activities from which to choose. West Indian Manatees or Bottlenose Dolphins abound.Our Atoll Adventure Guides are informative and fun, and our 25 ft., twin engine, boat is at your guides disposal allowing you access to all of this wonderful marine ecosystem. This is a very flexible package that is adapted to the desires of our guests on a day-to-day basis.AmericanFlyFishingVacations.com has established affiliations with Orbitz, Hot Wire, Budget Car Rental, Delta Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Travelex Insurance, Medjet Assist, Patagonia, REI, Ex-Officio and many helpful websites such as The Weather Channel, Map-Quest, Moon & Tide Charts and the US State Department.Gary Eblen and Peter Blackman owners of American Fly Fishing Co.

have been operating a full-service retail fly fishing shop for over ten years. Very early in the e-commerce era they started AmericanFlyFishing.com, which has become one of the internets most successful e-commerce sites. They are recommended on-line dealers with Sage, Scott, Redington, Winston and Simms; the major manufacturers in the fly fishing industry. To learn more visit AmericanFlyFishingVacations.com.