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Farquhar Atoll | Seychelles

Farquhar – outstanding Fly Fishing at 170 qkm

Farquahr | Seychelles

Farquhar – outstanding Fly Fishing at 170 km²

Farquhar is the most southerly atoll in the Seychelles chain of islands lying just over 700 km to the southwest of the main island Mahe. This remote atoll has a total area, including the large lagoon, of 170 km² which is 18 km north to south and 9 km east to west. Largest of the islands are Isle du Nord and Ile du Sud, with the smaller Manaha gaps and islands between them. The large ear-shaped lagoon provides easy access to the countless Ffats, channels and surf zones which make Farquhar such a diverse fishery. Farquhar has a small population of local Seychellois, whose main roles include running a small line-fish operation as well as acting as a skeleton crew which manage the island and service the airstrip.

The Fishing

The fishing at Farquhar has over the past few years become synonymous with the term fly fishing paradise and has provided all those fortunate enough to visit her shores the opportunity to fish some of the finest and most productive flats the Indian Ocean has to offer. These flats consist of hard white sand, turtle grass and broken coral which make for comfortable wading. Anglers can wade and sight fish to an impressive variety of species which include Bonefish, various Trevally species including the ferocious trophy sized Giant Trevally, the finicky Indo-Pacific Permit, Triggerfish, Barracuda, Bumphead Parrotfish and Milkfish. Farquhar is certainly best known for the sheer diversity of species it offers anglers fortunate enough to visit her shores, so if stalking Bonefish in skinny water, throwing crab flies at the colourful and charismatic tailing Triggerfish or holding your nerve as a large GT charges in at your fly interests you ….well then Farquhar is certainly the venue for you. Deep water too begins very close to shore and spending some time tussling with some of the monsters which prowl the deep blue is certainly a very exciting and rewarding bonus. Here the most common species encountered are Giant Trevally, Barracuda, Wahoo, Yellowfin Tuna, Dogtooth Tuna, Grouper, Bohar Snapper and Sailfish….all of which are guaranteed to show your backing the light of day!

Farquhar Atoll IDC Beechcraft B-1900

Farquhar Atoll Sunset

Farquhar Atoll Seychellen Outer Islands

Farquhar Atoll Beach

Farquhar Atoll Red-footed booby

Farquhar Atoll Wild Life

Farquhar Atoll Lounge Outdoor

Farquhar Atoll Dining Room

Farquhar Atoll Bedroom

Farquhar Atoll Bedroom Towel

Farquhar Atoll Lounge Beach View

Farquhar Atoll Guest House

Accommodation

The Guest House consists of six chalet style rooms which face the magnificent Farquhar lagoon. Each room is fully air-conditioned, has two single beds or a double bed, a spacious en-suite bathroom with an inside shower as well as an outdoor shower. The rooms are comfortably equipped with a minibar fridge, kettle, coffee and tea, and 24 hour 220-volt electricity provided by solar power. There is full housekeeping which includes laundry. The communal area has everything you’d need to make your stay one of comfort, including an exceptional dining area and a fully stocked bar. The chef prepares a mix of Creole and international dishes and incorporates fresh fish on a daily basis, with fruit and vegetables, which are farmed in the Alphonse Island garden. The guest house is fully equipped with snorkelling gear that is available for all guests to use. Sunset events, daily bell ringers, mesmerising encounters with captivating marine life and experiencing the true essence of an untouched paradise, all in picture-perfect surroundings that will enhance every sensation.