Scorpion Atoll
Far offshore in the Gulf, Scorpion Reef is a remote, expedition-style destination defined by pristine flats and powerful ocean current. Here, anglers find real, consistent shots at double-digit bonefish alongside permit and triggerfish, all cruising white sand, turtle grass, and coral structure with virtually no fishing pressure. Operations are based from a 77-foot Hatteras liveaboard, allowing full access to this isolated fishery while maintaining comfort in a truly wild setting.
The Fishing
Far offshore, Scorpion Reef is defined by pristine flats and steady ocean current, creating ideal conditions for large, hard-fighting fish. Anglers here get consistent, legitimate shots at double-digit bonefish and technical permit, often in clear, shallow water over white sand, turtle grass, and coral. It’s a low-pressure, high-reward fishery where precision and adaptability are key.
Primary species: bonefish, permit
Other species: triggerfish, parrotfish, barracuda, and other flats species
Best season: April - July offers the most stable conditions, though the atoll can produce year-round depending on weather windows
The Experience
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Expedition Trips: Fish Scorpion Reef over 5 full days from 16 ft skiffs, accessing remote flats and structure with a maximum of 6 anglers for a highly focused experience.
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Liveaboard Program: Between sessions, return to our 77-foot Hatteras liveaboard—your base in the middle of the atoll—offering comfort, efficiency, and immediate access to this isolated fishery. Multi-day expeditions maximize time on productive water, allowing you to adapt to tides, weather, and shifting conditions.
Logistics
Base
Merida - Scorpion Atoll
Accommodations
77ft Hatteras Live Aboard
Stay Length
5 full days of fishing