Or Kiritimati as it is known is in the Line Island group and part of the Republic of Kiribati.

The Fishing

The Christmas Island fishery is fantastic in that there is always somewhere in the lagoon that will provide outstanding fishing regardless of which month you visit or time of day.

A good guide will have you hopping from flat to flat following the bonefish as they move with the tide. You may experience tailing fish on the first flat and then as the water deepens move to the next flat to find the fish tailing there and so on.

Suprisingly the mornings provide the best fishing with the middle of the day being hardest to see the fish and the afternoon again showing the fishes shadow but the fish are more likely to be fickle in their feeding behaviour.

The bonefish here are classed as small however larger fish are present in good numbers and you are likely to see several good bones in a day of fishing as well as many smaller fish. The draw is the ability to fish the tide and the constant opportunities, once you are properly immersed in Christmas Island you will just think of them as bonefish and concentrate on fishing the best opportunities presented rather than trying to target the bigger fish.

There are also many trevally in the lagoon with bluefin, giant and brassy trevally being the most common. When the tide is receding you will see bluefin trevally holding behind or over cover as the current empties the flat past them. Many of these bluefin trevally are quite large. The giant trevally will be seen moving on the flats but can be flighty.

This is a fishery that lends itself well to a hosted trip and Travelling Fly Fisher will arrange a host from amongst the best saltwater guides in Australia, should you require one, to ensure you have an excellent experience at Christmas Island and the opportunity to develop your flats sight fishing skills.

Christmas Island Packages

‘The Villages’ located on the lagoon front, enables fishermen to easily access the water. Approx. 45 min. from the airport
and 10 min. from the wharf, it is an ideal location. Serving excellent food, the Villages is a popular choice of accommodation
in modern bungalows with private bathrooms.

The government run Captain Cook, located close to the airport is the largest hotel on the island. Accommodation is either in one of the 24 simple but comfortable rooms or one of the 20 bungalows. All have private bathrooms and many are situated on the beachfront. A bar and restaurant is also available.

The Mini Hotel is conveniently situated in the heart of Ronton, just a short stroll away from the main wharf, ideally suited to fishermen and surfers. The small family style accommodation offers shared rooms and shared bathroom facilities, along with genuine island hospitality.

Located in Terawanibakoa, between Ronton and the airport, Crystal Beach offers simple bungalow accommodation with
private bathrooms, in a secluded ocean side setting. There is always a friendly welcome, entertainment and various tours
and activities can be arranged on request.

Located in the centre of Ronton, Tekabaia Place, is a small property offering simple but clean shared rooms with private bathrooms. A family run friendly establishment, guests receive all the attention that they require and only 2 minutes walk to the skiff.

All locations offer fly fishing packages for the week based on a group of 2 (except for the Capatain Cook - group of 4) and offer mixed transport to the flats of skiff and truck. For an additional cost we can arrange skiff only weeks and/or a blue water experience to fish for a wahoo, sailfish or yellowfin tuna as well as giant and bluefin trevally. Try for a christmas Island blue water slam - sailfish, wahoo and yellowfin......my sailfish spat the hook.

Package prices from $3800 p/person on a twin share basis ex Syd/Melb dependant on choice of accommodation, inclusions, exchange rate, Fiji overnight accomodation and airfare availability at time of booking. Book in advance to secure the best rates.

For further information on your Christmas Island trip contact us.