Bahamas Fishing Vacation
Located in the Atlantic Ocean, the Commonwealth of Bahamas is an archipelago comprising of 2,000 cays and 700 islands, out of which only about 30 islands are inhabited. Some notable islands in Bahamas include Abaco, Grand Bahama, San Salvador Island, Long island, Cat Island, Andros Island, Crooked Island, Exuma, Mayaguana and Acklins. The island of Bimini is closest to the United States and is also known as the gateway to the Bahamas. Nassau, the capital city of Bahamas, is located on the island of New Providence.
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Islands of Bahamas are an independent and English speaking country widely known for their beautiful beaches, pure white sand and crystal clear blue waters. However, it is also an ideal place to visit for a fishing vacation. Waters surrounding Bahamas contain flats, reefs and steep drop-offs that are inhabited by a large variety of fishes making this area an exciting destination for bone fishing, shore fishing, reef fishing and deep sea fishing.
Fishing in Bahamas can be better correlated with catching a bonefish. These fishes are present in great numbers among the flats and are the most popular and exciting game fish in the world. Bonefishes are a close relative of tarpon with an average size ranging between three and five pounds. These fishes prefer the shallow waters of Bahamas for feeding. It is a treat to watch these fish moving around catching flies in the clear shallow waters. One can even try their hands on large fish that are present in the reefs. Deep sea fishing involves catching giants like sharks and whales and requires extremely skilled professionals.
There are numerous lodges and resorts that provide accommodation, rent out fishing gear, have their own in-house boats and a team of independent guides helping tourists in their pursuit of fishes. Various international fishing tournaments are also conducted in these islands.
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