Mangrove Cay, Andros, Bahamas

Swains Cay Lodge: Andros Bahamas Bonefishing

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Swains Cay Lodge at a glance

Swains Cay Lodge is on Mangrove Cay, Andros, in the Bahamas, with guided bonefishing on the surrounding flats.

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Destination: Bahamas
Fishing style: Beachfront lodge · Andros flats
Season: Year-round bonefishing. Seasonal tarpon and permit; migratory tarpon described March through September.
Target species: Barracuda Bonefish Permit Tarpon Triggerfish

From $4,070 USD

3 days / 4 nights of action packed Tarpon, Permit, and Snook fishing

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Swains Cay Lodge on Mangrove Cay, Andros

Third-Generation Guides

The guides at Swain's Cay are widely regarded as some of the best in the Bahamas. Many come from fishing families with generations of experience on these specific flats, creeks, and bights. Repeat clients come back year after year, and the guides are a big reason why.

Fishing species & experiences

The Largest Flats System in the Bahamas

Andros is one of the only islands in the Bahamas surrounded by fishable flats. Swain's Cay sits between the Middle and South Bights with direct access to both, plus a 40-minute run to the legendary West Side for big bonefish and seasonal tarpon and permit.

Beach-Front, Built for Anglers

Beachfront suites, ocean view rooms, a 3-bedroom apartment equipped with wifi. anglers can expect exceptional Bahamian cuisine, a small fly shop, complimentary kayaks, bikes, and snorkel gear to use as they wish. An iconic full service bar to close out the day with fish stories from the trip.

Access from Nassau to the Out Islands

Fly into Nassau, connect to Mangrove Cay (MAY), and you're at the lodge in 15 minutes. The logistics are clean, the travel is manageable, and the experience on the other end is pure Bahamas Out Island. No crowds, no traffic, no interruptions.

Bonefish, Tarpon, Permit, & more

Andros is known as the Bonefish Capital of the World and the fish here back that up. The white, soft-bottomed flats of the Middle and South Bights produce exceptional visibility for sight fishing, and the average size of bonefish in Andros runs larger than nearly any other destination in the world. Resident tarpon ranging from 20 to 60 pounds are found year-round in central Andros, with larger migratory fish pushing through from March through September. Permit patrol the deeper flats and reward anglers who come prepared with heavy crab patterns and a practiced cast. Beyond the big three, barracuda, triggerfish, snapper, and jacks are all in the mix. Bluewater trips targeting marlin, wahoo, tuna, and mahi can be arranged in advance for those who want to go offshore.

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Accommodation & lodge life

the lodge experience

Swain's Cay Lodge sits on the eastern shore of Mangrove Cay on a pristine white sand beach, flanked by swaying coconut palms and overlooking flat, clear water in every direction. The lodge has 15 units and 32 beds, ranging from Beachfront Suites and Ocean View Suites to Twin Garden View Rooms and a three-bedroom duplex apartment with a 360-degree terrace. Every room is air-conditioned and designed to give you somewhere worth coming back to after a long day on the water. The kitchen is run by a devoted Bahamian cook whose specialty is native seafood cuisine, including what many guests call the best fresh conch salad in the world. Breakfasts are made to order, lunches are packed for the water, and dinners are a proper sit-down affair. A full service bar, complimentary kayaks, snorkeling, and bicycles round out the on-property experience.

Typical Itineraries

Fishing weeks at Swain's Cay vary from 3 days, 4 nights to 6 days, 7 nights. Travel day one brings you into Nassau, where you take a short connector flight to Mangrove Cay (Anglers coming from Florida can fly directly into Congo Town or South Andros then take a short ferry ride to Mangrove Cay). Fishing days start with a made-to-order breakfast before heading out with your guide. You'll fish primarily from the skiff in one to three feet of water across the Middle and South Bights, with wading opportunities on the harder-bottomed flats when conditions are right. The famous West Side of Andros is a 40-minute run and worth it for the right conditions. Lunch is packed and served on the water. Afternoons continue the hunt before returning to the lodge for a proper dinner, a drink at the bar, and whatever the day produced worth talking about. Evenings on the beach close out days you won't forget.

Fishing seasons & trip timing

Year-round bonefishing. Seasonal tarpon and permit; migratory tarpon described March through September.

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DecemberRegular

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September 15, 2026

This was my second year staying at Swain’s Cay and it was fantastic as expected. From the service, to the prices, the fishing, and the food, everything was just about as good as you can get. Cheryl and her staff are all awesome. I will be returning for years to come!

Ben Slayton 4/29/2026

Published package

Swains Cay Single Angler Guided Package

$7,040 USD

3 days / 4 nights of action packed Tarpon, Permit, and Bonefish fishing

per person

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Swains Cay Double Angler Guided Package

$4,070 USD

3 days / 4 nights of action packed Tarpon, Permit, and Snook fishing

per person

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Swains Cay Single Angler Guided Package

$8,450 USD

4 days / 5 nights of action packed Tarpon, Permit, and Snook fishing

per person

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Published package

Swains Cay Double Angler Guided Package

$5,225 USD

4 days / 5 nights of action packed Tarpon, Permit, and Snook fishing

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