Beyond CXI

Five Bonefish Havens to Explore

If you’ve visited Kiritimati, pronounced [kiˈrɪsmæs], on the Republic of Kiribati [pronounced kɪrɪˈbæs - note the difference], you’ll know the other reason why it’s called Christmas Island by anglers the world over. With a prolific fishery and wide open flats, it’s a very special bonefishing location.

For keen saltwater fly anglers wanting to go further than the Bahamas or Belize, there are a myriad of other Pacific and Indian Island destinations. Here are five to add to your bucket list, starting with the big bonefish fishery of Cocos Keeling Islands (flight code: CCK).