Tarpon inhabit a large range on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean. The range in the Eastern Atlantic extends from Senegal to the Congo, and further south along the Angolan coastline. In the Western Atlantic, the fish primarily inhabit warmer coastal waters concentrating around the Gulf of Mexico, Florida, and the West Indies.
Female tarpon can grow to lengths of over 8.2 feet (2.5m) and reach weights of near 355 pounds (161 kg), with the males generally smaller. Tarpon are slowgrowing fish and do not obtain sexual maturity until reaching an age of 6-7 years and a length of about 4 feet (1.2 m).The synonym “silver fish” refers to the predominant bright silver colour along the sides and belly of the tarpon. Dorsally, tarpon usually appear dark blue to greenish-black.
Price: USD $6,000 per person per week (6 nights, 6 days of fishing).
Capacity: Maximum of 6 rods/anglers per group.
Includes: All accommodation in Angola, 6 days of fishing, boats and fuel, full board at camp, B&B for hotels outside camp, internal flights, transfers, and English-speaking Meet & Greet services in Luanda and Cabinda.
Excludes: International airfare, gratuities, fishing tackle, premium alcohol brands, and any exit hotel stay in Luanda.
Day 1: Arrival in Luanda $\rightarrow$ Lunch $\rightarrow$ Scheduled flight to Cabinda (45 mins) $\rightarrow$ Transfer to Futila Beach Resort for an overnight stay.
Day 2: $4\times4$ transfer north to Lake Massabi and Skimmer Island Camp (arrive by 10:00 AM).
Days 2–8: Fishing and overnight accommodation at Skimmer Island Camp.
Day 8: $4\times4$ transfer back to Cabinda Airport $\rightarrow$ Flight to Luanda $\rightarrow$ Optional overnight hotel stay in Luanda.
Day 9: International flight out of Luanda.
Passports & Visas: Passport must have at least 6 months validity. SADC and G20 member state citizens do not require visas, though confirming with the local Angolan embassy before travel is recommended.
Health Requirements: A valid Yellow Fever inoculation is required. Cabinda is a malaria area, so preventative medication is strongly advised.
Camp Amenities: Luxury single-configuration Meru tents with en-suite bathrooms and banana leaf thatch roofing. Wi-Fi is available at the lodge.
Currency: Angolan Kwanza (AOA), though foreign currencies (USD, EUR, GBP) are widely accepted for camp bar tabs.
Deposit: A non-refundable 50% deposit is required within 10 days of booking to lock in dates. Final payment is due 60 days prior to arrival.
Insurance: Comprehensive travel, medical, and medical evacuation insurance is compulsory.
Cancellation Credits:
> 180 days prior: 90% trip credit (valid for 1 year).
179 to 90 days prior: 50% trip credit (valid for 1 year).
< 90 days prior: All payments are forfeited. (Note: Full refunds minus a 10% cancellation fee are issued if the spot can be resold by Skimmer or an agent).
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