
price range
$15,000 – $20,000
cAPACITY
10 Anglers
season
October – April (closed mid-Dec to late Jan)
difficulty
Intermediate-Advanced
what to expect

01
The ultimate in trophy GT fishing.
Some of the largest average GT sizes in the Seychelles.
02
Your best shot at a bumphead parrotfish.
03
Trophy permit — if you can fool one.
season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Peak
Good
Closed
BonefishVery good
Giant TrevallyOracle
TriggerfishExcellent
PermitTrophy size
who it suits
A strong fit if you —
✓ Anglers looking for a fishing-exclusive destination
✓ Those who'd choose quality over quantity, every time
✓ Anglers with a decent level of fly casting experience
✓ Anyone seeking a remote and genuinely wild fishing destination
Consider alternatives if —
✗ You're a complete beginner
✗ You want a lodge experience with plenty to do beyond fishing
checkpoint verdict
"I've visited several outer islands in the Seychelles as a guide, and this is by far my favourite. The atoll itself is a surreal and wild place. This is the land of the giants."
Steve Raath, Guide on Alphonse & Astove Islands
On the water
about the contributor

VERIFIED
Chad Dustan
Guide · Farquhar Atoll · 5 seasons
Chad has spent four seasons guiding on Farquhar Atoll, one of the most remote and exclusive fisheries in the Seychelles. His deep knowledge of the atoll's giants — from monster GT to outstanding bumphead parrotfish — shapes everything on this page.
What to Bring
Rod & Reel Setups
9 wt for bonefish and permit
10 wt for bumphead parrotfish and triggerfish
11 or 12 wt for GTs
Lines & Leaders
Tropical floating lines - 9, 10, and 12 weight lines, with an extra 12 weight line
15, 20, 25, 30, 40lb leaders - Covers bonefish, permit, triggerfish, and bumphead parrotfish
130-150lb leaders - Fish the heavier stuff around serious coral
Wading Essentials
Wading boots - Hard-soled with ankle support
Wading socks or neoprene socks - Worn under boots for comfort and added protection
Sun Protection
SPF 50+ sunscreen - Apply before you leave to fish, reapply at lunch time. The sun is relentless out there
Tights or leggings - Much more comfortable than longs for wading
Buff - An absolute essential for protecting your face from the sun








