On Guatemala’s Pacific coast, in a secure, gated community, is Trek’s newest Guatemalan offering, Rancho DaNico. This cozy, exclusive casa offers small groups all the privacy they could wish. This fully air conditioned 4 bedroom home is perfect for those who want to enjoy the world class fishing of Guatemala without having to be “just another fisherman” in a larger, less personal setting. From the moment you are met upon arrival in Guatemala City, you will feel more like a visiting friend, than a nameless client. Your host at the lodge, Miguel Valenzuela is a local Guatemalan who spent much of his youth in the U.S. and speaks perfect English. Miguel’s outgoing demeanor and attention to all details will make your visit to Rancho DaNico a pleasurable one. We have developed this trip for a maximum of 4 anglers allowing everyone to enjoy the convenience of single room accommodations.

 

Just minutes from your casa is the Marina Pez Vela where the 30ft Strike boat “Teaser” will be docked. Your captain will be Jose “Pinky” Valdez, an experienced Guatemalan skipper who has studied under and trained with some of the industries most famous. Your boat will be outfitted with all necessary conventional tackle for productive days on the water. We will have Penn International 30’s and 50’s as well as lighter spinning outfits and 14 and 15wt fly rods for your use. As you probably know, there really is no place on earth that compares to Guatemala in terms of the sheer numbers of sailfish you will encounter and with Pinky at the helm, you will certainly maximize your experience as he knows all the spots as well as the tricks of the trade. Add to this the fact that he is a great guy to spend a day on the water with and you’ve got all the makings of a trip you will not soon forget.