GUEST EXPERIENCES

This is my seventh year fishing with Michael. The first week I landed five and lost three. That don’t happen often, but often enough that I keep coming! One more week before I go back home and I hope to have as many chances as I’ve had this week.

Never have I felt more welcomed on a fishing boat than the days I’ve spent with Michael. I’ve been to Roatan to fish with him around 15 trips and never came home without holding a permit. Sometimes four in a single day. He is a master of finding the fish, getting you into position, and coaching you through one of the most nerve wrecking experiences of your life .. catching a permit on the fly. Michael is the only person that wants you to catch that fish more than you yourself. He has the passion, knowledge, work ethic, and experience to make it happen.

Micheal put me on action all day, Hooking a bunch of big black fin and some wahoo in the morning and when the tide was good he put me on many opportunities for flat fish and got me on my tapron i really wanted. I am inexperienced fly fishing and he still got me on fish!

I’ve been out with Michael many times
over the past dozen+ years.
Every single trip was an unforgettable success!
From his pleasant, outgoing personality, outstanding navigating skills and his intimate knowledge of local waters a trip with Michael will not disappoint.
I’m very lucky to count him as a friend.
Do not hesitate.
Book with Michael.
You won’t regret it!

Michael - I have to say you are hands-down the best fishing guide I have had the pleasure of fishing with. My goal was to see a Permit and maybe have a chance to cast at a few of them...you destroyed that goal within 30min of the first day, when we landed my first permit on the fly!!! I did not think there was a way to top that..I did not expect to hit a GRAND SLAM later that afternoon on Day 1!! And then another couple of permit the next morning...insanity! I had an absolute blast. You are a wonderful, patient teacher with a great sense of humour. I can't wait to be back my friend!

I have been fly fishing for decades and walking flats for the last ten years. East Roatan, the Oakridge and Santa Elena flats, brings beautiful natural sceneries and the opportunity to have a great day of fishing. Michael Bodden, and his excellence in guiding, enhances both. His knowledge of the area and his supernatural abilities to spot fishes and guide fishermen to a successful catch. Pure joy! And plus! Because if you are looking for permit… then your odds jump up high! Michael is the best!!!

Had an amazing day on the water, from the flats to the mangroves, def comming back next year

Landing a Permit on the fly was a bucket-list moment. Michael isn't just a guide; he’s a coach who truly understands the water and the fish. Best trip ever!

Michael was an amazing guide and took us to the most beautiful private places. I would recommend this tour to all my friends and family. Anytime I’m back in Roatan, I’m going to book this tour again.

The Permit Whisperer form Oak Ridge Roatán is your east end guide your looking for. You will see want he sees on the water. No joke the man see the flat with great clarity for several hundred feet away, permits, tailing or not. His operation is the best and the freshest seafood is also the best.
I know you will enjoy your experience with him.

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Such an amazing trip! Micheal is the best guide that I have been with in a long time. Super nice, knowledgeable and accommodating! Have already booked again this May!

Fishing with Michael and his team is an exceptional experience for any Flyfisher no matter which level. I fished with him in March 2026 for the second time. His ability to spot and read fish is extraordinary and so is his passion to enjoy what he is doing: Bringing the customers to the fish and letting them have an experience for lifetime. In my case it was a tropical grand slam, unbelievable! Thanks to Michael and his great Team

Staying in the waterfront cabins at Calabash Cay made all the difference. Waking up right on the water and being on the fish in minutes is a game-changer.

Captain Michael is a very experienced guide and knows the island well, and will fulfillwhatever your needs are. We caught all kinds of species of fish, toured the island, speared lionfish, swam with nurse sharks, etc. It was so much fun, we went back 2days later again. Highly recommend! Oh, and the lunch was some of the best island food we've had yet

I have used Michael as a fishing guide since 2014.
His knowlege of the island waters and the creatures thst live in them is unsurpassed.
He seems like he is inside the fish's head. He anticipates what is happening in real time and knows what the reacions of the fish will be.
Everytime I have gone out with him he has astounded me.
If you want to get on the fish he is your guy.
I highly recommend that you let Michael amaze you too.

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I have fished with Michael on three different trips to Roatan. Going out in his boat at sunrise, heading east towards the flats where we are the only fisherman I see for six hours, is a memory and feeling which I use often to happily drift into sleep back in Texas. Everything people say about him being patient and incredibly gifted at seeing the fish when nobody else can see them, is accurate! On one trip we took wives that had never fly fished before and he did an excellent job helping them catch Bonefish. Another trip it was my best friend with me. He thought he preferred scuba over fishing, but now he understands my fly fishing addiction and will join me anytime. My most favorite trips are the ones with just with Michael and me. He is so attentive when you want help and need help. But he is completely quiet and hands off when you’re in the zone and nobody even whispers until it’s fish on chaos. . I can’t imagine finding another guide that I like as much as him on any fishing waters that compare to the east end flats.

My son and I arrived in Roatan on a cruise ship. Michael was able to arrange time in his busy schedule to try to get us on some tailing fish. The day started with tarpon on fly just as Michael said would happen. For the rest of the day, every flat that we pulled up to had tails sticking high out of the water. We ended up catching great sized bonefish and having shot on permit. I have fished all over Florida, the keys, and the Bahamas and have never had a trip like I did with Michael. He was so patient with my son who had never caught a bonefish on fly before. We made a day of memories and can’t wait to come back and fish for a whole week next time. Thanks again Michael for such an incredible time on the water and looking forward to our next trip.

The highlight of our trip was feeding the tarpon and the mangrove tour. Michael is incredible with families and kids. The East End is a hidden gem!