Just 9,300 people live in the 4,322 sq-km Ciénaga de Zapata, the most sparsely populated municipality in this country of 11.2 million people. The area’s wealth lies in its vast forests, swamps that cover 1,670 sq km, and more than 165 migratory and autochthonous species, like the Cuban crocodile (Crocodylus rhombifer).

In 2000, UNESCO – the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization – declared the wetlands, which occupy the entire Zapata peninsula and surrounding areas, a biosphere reserve. A year later, the Ramsar Convention included it on its list of wetlands of international importance. The Ciénaga de Zapata, in the province of Matanzas, it is the best-preserved wetlands system in the Caribbean islands.

To strengthen the protection of the wetlands, the Cuban government made a submission to UNESCO in 2003 for the Ciénaga de Zapata to be declared a World
Heritage Site.

All the water surrounded this protective area, will be your fishing zone for the week. So, you imagine what we are talking about, and count on us that we'll continue our major efforts for more protection of the marine environment.

We work in association with Blue Sanctuary in Cuba.

THIS IS A LFY FISHING ZONE ONLY. ANY ATTEMPT TO USE SPINNING RODS, LURES, JIGS OR ANY SIMILAR IS STRICTLY FORBIDDEN BY MARINE PARK LAWS.

Zapata area will be your base for the week, fishing from the live aboard Georgiana, you will have plenty of time and the best day schedule to fish the tides, that are the key for a good saltwater trip. Since there's no need to left the flats, you stay at the flats during the week, you take your options base on what species your targeting. For example; everyone knows that a incoming tide is excellent to wait for bonefish push in the flats.

We'll focus on zones and skiff rotation, so you can fish 3 days in single skiff/guide and 3 days in double skiff/guide. With this we insure you the access for the better areas of our fishing zone. For skinny waters flats you will be fishing from flat bottom single skiff, so you can access the best areas for bonefish and permit, with our dolphin double skiff you could fish the best waters for tarpon and travel by deeper water further from the yacht.

Cuisine on Georgiana is gourmet but simple. Fresh fish of the day is utilized for most meals, salads with fresh vegetables and a variety of fruits are always available and a good alternative to a daily diet. In addition, you'll have excellent pork and chicken entrees during the week, fresh sashimi and Italian style pizzas for appetizers and some of the finest frozen Daiquiris, Cuba Libre and Mojitos to make your afternoons and nights an enjoyable culinary experience.

Regarding fishing, this yacht will be located in our exclusive fishing area, where after an intensive research we have assigned 6 different fishing areas, planning to introduce a rotation system, similar to the one used in other Cuban destinations. This allows to

reduce fishing pressure on each area, having non spooky fish, and increasing chances of success. Guides are being trained under this method, we will continue researching all over this year, to start receiving guests from 2016.

LOW SEASON: US $34.000

Jul 30, 2022 - Feb 18, 2023.

MID SEASON: US $42.000

Feb 18 - Mar 25, 2023. Jul 1 - Jul 29, 2023.

HIGH SEASON: US $46.000

Mar 25-Jul 1, 2023.

On booking, send passport number, date of birth and full name (as in passport). A deposit of 30% of your package is required within 2 weeks of invoice to confirm reservation. A deposit of 40% is due 6 months before trip. Deposits are refundable (minus U$D 800 handling fee per person until 6 months prior to the start of your trip). Within 180 days of your trip, your deposit is nonrefundable unless we are able to resell your spot. No refunds are available for unused options of packages. Full payment is due 60 days prior to arrival. Trip cancellation insurance is highly recommended. In the lodge, credit card payments cannot be accepted. All programs and execution of them remain subject to weather and other unforeseen circumstances. Claims for refunds

will not be accepted.