Mexico's Hottest Trophy Bass Fishery!

Lake El Salto is located deep in the heart of the rugged Sierra Madre mountain range, approximately a 1-1/2 hour drive north of the vacation beach city of Mazatlan. Your scenic trip from the airport to the lodge will take approximately 90 minutes and you'll ride in comfort in an air-conditoned vehicle on a paved road. El Salto is a 24,000 acre impoundment, stretching 20 miles long and offers 45 miles of shoreline. Because of an abundance of structure and cover, and an abundant food source, El Salto offers some of the very best largemouth bass fishing in the world. The lake was formed by the damming of the Elota River. The scenery, simply put, is superb. This great bassin' factory was originally stocked with Florida-strain bass in the fall of 1986. The bass at lake El Salto have matured at a fantastic rate because of a fantastic forage base and the catch-and-release practices adhered to by Angler's Inn. Shad were successfully stocked 4 years after the lake opened and other forage species, like tilapia and crawfish are abundant and offer El Salto's trophy bass excellent nutrition for fast growth. El Salto is the perfect lake for any angler seeking a true trophy bass, one in excess of ten pounds. Literally thousands of bass over 10 pounds have been caught and released at this great bass factory! In fact, no other bass lake in the world can boast as many 10-pund trophies as El Salto in the past two years. Every year the lake record keeps being challenged by yet another monster Bass! The lake record of 18 pounds-8 ounces was caught in early September 2000, by Tony Orlando. Many lunkers in the 8-14lb range are caught every week from October through June! El Salto is with out a doubt the "Heavy Weight Contender" of Bass Lakes, anywhere!

Price

Please call us for a customized package

El Salto Required Deposit Amount

To initiate a reservation at El Salto, a deposit of 50% of the package price, per angler, is required. Final payments are due 60 days prior to your departure. A reservation is not confirmed until deposits are received. Deposits are due within 15 days of making your reservation.

Included in the El Salto Package

Round-trip transfers from airport to the lodge, Appropriate nights accommodations at Angler's Inn, Daily maid service, Breakfast, lunch and dinner, Beverages while fishing, Three days guided fishing (2 anglers per boat), Mexican fishing license, Alcoholic beverages (national brands), Margaritas, beer, soft drinks and bottled water

Not included in the El Salto Package

Airfare to Mazatlan, all taxi fares to and from hotels when staying in Mazatlan, tips for the staff /guides and any items of a personal nature, tackle shop purchases, telephone calls from the lodge phone, airport departure tax.

El Salto Fishing Season

October through June. Although the lake offers excellent fishing on a year-round basis, we've discovered that the months outside the prime fishing window of October through June are often extremely hot or rainy.

El Salto Lodge Capacity

30 anglers. Angler's Inn would be the ideal destination for a corporate fishing outing, club tournament or large family fishing get-away.

Travel Logistics to Lake El Salto

Anglers fly from their home city to Mazatlan, Mexico, a beach resort major tourist city. El Salto is just a short 90 minute drive Mazatlan. Mazatlan is one of the easier destinations in Mexico to access, with regular flights from most major cities in the US. Upon your arrival in Mazatlan you will be met by an English speaking lodge representative who will drive you to the lodge. Anglers Inn on El Salto is first class in every way just relax and enjoy some of the best bass fishing in the world. Our in-house travel agency can assist you with your travel needs to Mazatlan. We can recommend one of several hotels in Mazatlan for the non-angling spouse or guest to stay while you are fishing at El Salto. Also, consider combining the fantastic bass fishing at El Salto with world class sailfishing on the coast of Mazatlan either before or after your trip.

Predominant Language at El Salto

Spanish is the national language of Mexico. Some of the guides do speak a few words of English. There is typically no problem in communicating with the guides, as they understand fishing and many phrases revolved around fishing. It is always wise, when undertaking a trip of this nature, to learn a few simple Spanish phrases and words. There will always be an English speaking owner, host or manager on the premises.

Special Requirements to enter Mexico

Residents will need a valid passport to enter the Mexico or a certified (raised seal) copy of your birth certificate accompanied with a valid driver's license.

El Salto Lodge Accommodations

Anglers Inn Lodge at Lake El Salto is by far one of the nicest fishing lodges in Mexico. Built only yards from Lake El Salto, Anglers Inn awaits you. The grounds are perfectly landscaped and meticulously maintained. Lush mature landscaping, shade trees and green lawns surround you. There are many areas to gather and talk about the days fishing with fellow anglers. There are even hammocks strung between tall palms to relax and take an afternoon siesta. All rooms are air conditioned and have private bath and plenty of storage space. It is obvious from first look that Anglers Inn has invested more in these accommodations than anyone outfitter in the region, all for the comfort of our customers. With its unmatched location and quality, our lodging is built with every type of customer in mind, from corporate executives to couples. It's easy to get to (via all paved roads) and features many amenities.

Anglers Inn Ammenity

Fulltime electrical power, A full-service tackle shop that stocked with everything you'll need, Private room with private bath, air conditioning and setups for customer's convenience, A full-service restaurant that serves 3 delicious American and Mexican meals daily along with hors d'oeuvres, Daily laundry service at lodge included in package, First-class accommodations, Satellite television in bar and dining are, Telephone and Internet service available.

Meals at El Salto

After a good nights rest, wake up to the smell of hot coffee, fresh fruit, juices, warm toast, bacon and eggs or pancakes before you experience a great morning of fishing. At noon you will return to the lodge for a terrific lunch, consisting of wonderful home made soups, smothered steaks, Mexican spaghetti, chicken or the catch of the day, fried fish or a sandwich bar. Enjoy your lunch with margaritas, beer, fresh tea and juices or your favorite soft drinks. After fighting big bass all afternoon and returning at sundown you will be greeted with tasty margaritas or beer and great conversation with your fellow fishermen. Evening meals begin with a variety of wonderful soups. A 20 oz. T-bone steak, baked potato and vegetable. Grilled giant shrimp kabob rice and fixins. Fried frog legs and fixins. Mexican plate, fresh tomatoes and onions. Every meal is prepared to absolute perfection. All meals are served with flour tortillas or fresh bread and your choice of beverage. All drinks are prepared from bottled water. Desserts are usually cake, ice cream or flan (custard). Nachos, beer and Margaritas are served in your room in the evenings as you dress for dinner. Expect to be fed like a King!

Weather at El Salto

The weather is dependent upon the season you visit El Salto. The evening and morning hours are cool because of the cool crisp mountain air of the Sierra Madre mountains. A jacket is a necessity during these times. As the day progresses, it typically heats up to between 80 and 88 degrees (depending on what month you visit the lake). Occasional showers do occur, so a rain-suit is a must.

The Fishing at El Salto

While it is true that the most experienced anglers return each day with reports of phenomenal catches, even novice anglers quickly learn the ways of El Salto's bass and land them in numbers that they could never attain in the US. Typically, the early morning hours offer fantastic topwater action. Historically, the best baits have been Pop-R's, Zara Spooks, prop baits and buzzbaits. This is dependent on the moon phase, however, as well as time of the year. As the sun rises overhead, switch to a deeper approach using spinnerbaits, worms, lizards and crankbaits.

For some reason, El Salto's largemouths, especially lunker-sized ones, are attracted to the large size crankbaits and mega-size soft plastics. Cast these crankbaits and soft plastic baits to points, flooded timber, canyon walls, humps and submerged brush as you prospect for the large schools which are commonplace on El Salto. Find the right structure and you might land 30 fish in 35 casts, averaging in excess of five pounds. El Salto can also produce large numbers of bass, it is not uncommon to catch 40-80 bass per day depending on fishing conditions and fishing experience. If you are looking for chances at bass over 10 pounds Lake El Salto is unquestionably the best lake in the world and maybe even the best bass lake ever. While you are enjoying the scenery and the great Bassin', you will be fishing in comfort. The Tracker boats are outfitted with Mercury and Yamaha outboards, Minn Kota trolling motors, Lowrance electronics, swivel seats, coast guard-approved life jackets, dual batteries and dual gas tanks. Your seasoned professional guide (averaging 13 years of experience) sits in the rear of the boat, out of the way, so that you will have plenty of room to fight that Bass of your dreams. The guides know the waters of El Salto like the back of their hands, and I assure you that they will do everything in their power to put you on fish. They are also very helpful in showing you what lures and presentations are working in the water you are fishing.

Non-Angler Activities at El Salto

Many anglers bring their non-angling spouses and allow them to enjoy the wonderful vacation paradise of Mazatlan. As Mexico's largest West Coast port and one of the country's most popular resorts, Mazatlan mixes affordable accommodations and seaside charm. Miles of golden beaches are lined with open-air bistros and bars that emphasize fun. Some of the best deep-sea fishing in the world for tuna, marlin and swordfish awaits off-shore. For those who wish to spend their days shopping, the main strip sells everything from pinatas to designer wares. A palm-lined seaside promenade connects the shopping district to the old section of city, which is home to restored 19th century buildings. Mazatlan also has the world's tallest lighthouse. Come evening, settle into a delightful beachfront restaurant for a heaping platter of local seafood and a front row seat for a spectacular Pacific sunset.

Packing for El Salto

Upon receipt of deposits, you will be sent a detailed packing list and other literature.

Lake El Salto Travel Itinerary (4-night, 3-day package)

Day 1: Depart U.S. home city for Mazatlan, Mexico. Airport reception and transfer to lodge. Orientation dinner. Overnight.

Days 2-4: (and extra days) Morning and afternoon fishing sessions on the Lake El Salto. Overnight at Anglers Inn.

Day 5: Return transfer to airport for your flight back home.

Trip Cancellation and Travel Insurance Recommendation

Travel, especially foreign travel, unfortunately has some unusual aspects that need to be addressed. Issues such as lost baggage, missed flights and medical concerns are often over looked until an untimely event happens. You or your traveling partner may need protection from trip cancellation due to events at home such as illness of you or your travel companion, illness while away from home, as well as a host of other travel nightmares. Worldwide Angling strongly recommends all parties obtain trip insurance right after booking a trip abroad. We obtain our own travel insurance with Travelex, a well established, highly recommended, travel insurance company and we recommend it to all of our clients. Travelex specializes in insuring the foreign traveler to far away and remote places. Once a trip is booked with Worldwide Angling, you will receive from us an application for Travelex travel insurance. The cost is quite reasonable, less than $60 per $1000 in most cases. Please review your insurance needs to see if Travelex is for you.