Sun Rays & Island Days

Guanaja is a peaceful island without the usual hustle and bustle of tourists. Here, you can immerse yourself in the local island life, relax, and take things slow. You can snorkel the nearby reef, enjoy a soothing massage, or practice yoga on a platform overlooking the ocean. There are countless activities to keep you occupied, or you can simply unwind in a hammock on a secluded private beach.

Fly Fish Guanaja is not just a fishing lodge, it's your home away from home for all local activities. If you need a break from fishing, we have plenty of other exciting options to explore. Take a diving trip and explore one of over 50 dive sites, hike the local waterfall, tour the local villages, or let us customize an adventure day just for you!

Choose your own adventure 

  • Deep Sea Fishing

    Just outside the reef lies some great offshore fishing opportunities.

    Rig up with the best fisherman of Guanaja and test your luck for Wahoo, Dorado, Swordfish, Sailfish, many species of Jacks and even Marlin

  • Fishing Day Trips

    Fishing inside the reef is for everyone! Spin fishing or fly fishing with plenty of opportunity to hook into various species of fish that roam the flats.

    Not staying with us but want to get out and fish? No problem we gotcha!

  • Artisanal Fishing

    Artisanal fishing is also know as traditional or subsistence fishing on a small scale with low technology.

    Many households in Guanaja fish for their families using old methods such as hand-lining with minimal gear.

Join us for a full-day excursion around the stunning island of Guanaja, complete with a mouth-watering lunch and refreshing drinks. Throughout our journey, you'll have the chance to explore the local culture and communities, all while traveling by boat and tuk-tuk. Take a dip in the crystal-clear waters of a secluded beach or hike to a breathtaking waterfall. Our goal is to spend the day discovering all the wonderful people and places that make Guanaja such a special destination.

Island Tours

Relax & Unwind

Get the ultimate relaxation with yoga, massage, and ample space to unwind.

Diving and Snorkeling in Guanaja

Dive Sites

  • Donna Marie

    In July 1986, George Cundiff, owner of a local dive operation and hotel, sunk the Donna M as a fish haven and dive location. This 85-foot-long shrimp boat now rests on a sandy bottom in 80 feet of water, just inside a barrier reef. According to George, billions of silversides have made this wreck their home. Visibility at this site is anywhere between 50 and 100 feet.

  • George's Wreck

    This large steamship, measuring approximately 350 feet in length, was sunk in the 1920s near George's Key. It currently lies on a coral bed with its remains scattered over a large area. The wreck is located in only 12 feet of water, outside of a reef, making it accessible for both divers and snorkelers.

  • Ruthie C

    The Ruthie C is a 65-foot-long vessel located in 42 feet of water, directly in front of the Plaza Del Sol Hotel. It was sunk by the hotel owner, George Condiff, in May 1986 as a dive site. The wreck is currently resting at the base of a wall on a sandy and grassy bottom. The visibility in the area varies from 30 to about 70 feet.

  • Michaels Rock

    This dive site is renowned for its unique cracks and crevices. With a maximum depth of 70 feet, it is ideal for divers to practice before venturing into Black Rock Canyons.

There are more than 50 dive sites in Guanaja, each offering unique features such as shallow terraces for beginners and deep caves and walls for experienced divers. Millions of years ago, enormous tectonic plates collided and scraped against each other, forming an underwater mountain range known today as the Bonacco Ridge, located in the Bay Islands. Over time, the upsurge of magma and the gradual wearing away of rocks resulted in a mountain range that rose above sea level, creating the Bay Islands. These mountainous Caribbean islands offer a unique paradise filled with adventure.

The Jado Trader

The Jado Trader is a famous dive site in the Caribbean. It was sunk in 1987 to create an artificial fish haven and now rests intact on a sandy bottom, 105 feet below the surface. The ship has attracted a variety of marine life, including large grouper, jewfish, and spiny oysters, and is covered with coral, sponge, and other marine life. Close to the wreck are two coral pinnacles, one of which has a volcanic cave inside. Divers should bring their cameras to capture this photogenic site. Visitors can explore less frequently visited coral reefs, walls, caves, and other diving spots. These areas are home to rare black coral and sponges of all shapes, sizes, and colors. The Bay Islands waters are home to over 300 identified fish species, including Angelfish, Hamlets, Butterflyfish, Wrasse, Grouper, Jackfish, Moray eels, Octopus, Parrotfish, Nurse sharks, turtles, and many more. Scuba divers can often see these fascinating creatures up close.

  • Black Rock Canyon

    This network of caves, tunnels, and deep cracks and crevices was formed by volcanic action. It is one of the most thrilling diving spots in the Guanaja region. While exploring it, you may encounter a sleeping shark or a big moray eel lounging in a hole as you turn a corner or come out of a tunnel. You can also expect to see an abundance of silverside sardines, glassy sweepers, groupers, and barracudas.

  • Mystery Wreck

    The Mystery Wreck, also known as No Name Wreck, is a steel-hulled vessel of about 90 feet in length with an unknown origin. It sank and now lies upside down on a sandy bottom, about 50 yards from a coral finger, at a depth of 42 feet. Divers can access the stern of the ship, which is partly submerged in mud, but if they venture inside, they may encounter a huge grouper that has made the wreck its home.

  • The Pinnacle

    Located near Guanaja Island, The Pinnacle is a spectacular dive site that stands on a sandy bottom at a depth of 135 feet. Rising up to 80 feet, the pinnacle has several varieties of black coral attached to it. The channel wall nearby is adorned with beautiful coral, bluebell tunicates, and crinoids at depths ranging from 10 to 30 feet. It is a must-visit spot for any diving enthusiast.

  • Vertigo

    This site along the barrier reef wall has some spectacular drop-offs. As is the case along the entire barrier wall, the beauty here is truly unbelievable. The top of the wall is at about 35 feet then drops down to about 160 feet. From here, a sandy shelf juts out 60 feet or so before the wall drops off to oblivion. Look for Black Crinoids here.

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