Andros is the largest, the least inhabited, and probably the least known of the 700 islands of the Bahamas. It is approximately 108 miles long by 40 miles wide. There are few small towns along the eastern shore. The third largest Barrier Reef in the world runs along the entire length of the eastern coast of Andros. The reef is 140 miles from north to south, and the outer edge drops off steeply to depths more than 6,000 feet deep. Small Hope Bay Lodge, located on the central eastern side of Andros Island, was opened by the Birch family in 1960 and has been under the same family management since that time. The resort has long had top acclaim for its unique down-home style.This relaxed atmosphere offers something for everyone. Non-fishing partners will enjoy unspoiled beaches, swimming, snorkeling, world-class diving, sail boarding, or just relaxing in the shade. Families with children are welcome.The Small Hope Bay lodge is on the threshold of some of the most pristine and virgin bonefish flats. You can fish a different location day after day and never visit the same place twice and you may never see another boat during your day of fishing. The main fishing areas adjacent to the lodge are Fresh Creek, is a huge estuary system that seems to go on forever through the virgin wilderness and stretching for miles through to the center of the island, and Young Sound, approximately 20 square miles of good hard-bottomed wading flats. The hard bottom of the Young Sound flats is formed by the breakup of the coral formations. The top Bonefishing Areas Near Small Hope are, The Joulters: Wide open fishing flats in North Andros. Approximately one-hour drive each way. $90 round-trip transportation fee. Stafford Creek/London Creek: Dark bottom creek with good wading ocean flats. Approximately 30-minute drive each way. $75 round-trip transportation fee. Fresh Creek: Light bottom creek with good ocean flats. Approximately ten-minute drive each way (best option for half-day fishing excursions.) No transportation fee. The well-prepared meals are taken in the main lodge. Fresh seafood is a specialty and includes lobster and conch. The staff can accommodate special meal requests. There is a full service bar. A short flight from Ft. Lauderdale or Nassau puts you in Fresh Creek, where you will then be transferred to the lodge by taxi. About Us | Travel | Home | Contact
531 N. Citrus Ave. Crystal River, Florida 34428 352-795-FISH (3474) 1-800-771-2202 E-Mail: Small Hope Bay © 1996-2011 Leisure Time Travel, Inc. - Photos By Edward R. Johnston Revised March 24, 2011- html by Edward Russell Johnston Small Hope Bay Lodge-Andros Island, Bahamas |