Join No Slack Loops, in partnership with Isolation Outfitters, for a small-group fly fishing expedition to Fanning Island, Kiribati, April 7–14, 2027. Wade lagoon flats for bonefish and explore channels and reef edges for giant and bluefin trevally, with local guides and a traveling host.
Meet at Cassidy International Airport (CXI) on Kiritimati, also known as Christmas Island. Your seven-night program includes the transit nights needed to reach Fanning, where simple island accommodation keeps you close to the water.
April 7–14, 2027 · Maximum six anglers
Four full fishing days, plus arrival-afternoon and departure-morning sessions, subject to flights and conditions. US$5,100 per angler, based on shared accommodation.
Ask about the April 2027 hosted trip →
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Itinerary, inclusions & travel details ↓
Seven nights with Fanning Island as the fishing destination. The program begins and ends on Kiritimati, allowing the overnight stays needed around the inter-island flight. No Slack Loops partners with Isolation Outfitters, which operates on Fanning, and works with the island’s guides and hosts.
Each day is planned around the tide, wind and light. Boats carry anglers to fishing areas, with most fishing taking place on foot. Expect long wading sessions across sand, coral and uneven lagoon terrain rather than a fixed daily circuit.
Bonefish and giant trevally are the principal targets, with bluefin trevally and other saltwater species adding variety. Local knowledge helps the group choose where to spend its time. Catch sizes and species depend on the conditions and opportunities each day.
Guiding is normally based on two anglers sharing one local guide and boat. The group is limited to six anglers.
Wednesday, April 7 · Arrive on Kiritimati. Meet at Cassidy International Airport (CXI), transfer to your overnight accommodation and prepare for the onward island flight.
Thursday, April 8 · Fly to Fanning. Take the inter-island service to Tabuaeran, the local name for Fanning Island. Transfer to Fanning Island Lodge, settle in and fish during the afternoon when the flight schedule and conditions allow.
Friday–Monday, April 9–12 · Four full fishing days. Explore the flats, channels and reef edges with local guiding and boat support. Take lunch into the field and return to your island base in the evening.
Tuesday, April 13 · Final morning and return flight. Fish during the morning when practical, then fly back to Kiritimati for an overnight stay before your international connection.
Wednesday, April 14 · Depart from CXI. Transfer to Cassidy International Airport for your onward flight. Confirm the local departure and arrival dates shown on your tickets.
This sequence is subject to the confirmed flight schedule, weather and local operating conditions. We will confirm the travel plan before you purchase international flights.
Fanning Island Lodge provides a simple base in traditional island accommodation. The attraction is time on the water and life in a small island community. Come prepared for an informal stay rather than resort facilities.
Accommodation is shared. Meals and drinking water are arranged as part of the program, with packed lunches for fishing days. Tell us about dietary needs or room requirements before booking so we can discuss what is practical.
Seven nights of shared accommodation across Fanning and the required Kiritimati transit stays
Return flights between Cassidy International Airport (CXI), Kiritimati, and Fanning Island
Airport and accommodation transfers within the confirmed program
Local guided fishing and boat support, normally two anglers per guide and boat
Meals and drinking water during the program
Hosting in partnership with Isolation Outfitters and pre-trip planning assistance
Four full fishing days are scheduled, with two additional half-day opportunities around the island flights. Confirm the final itinerary and inclusions with us before paying a deposit.
International flights to and from Kiritimati (CXI)
Fishing licenses, alcoholic beverages, tips and gratuities
Personal fishing equipment and travel insurance
Single-occupancy upgrades, optional activities or arrangements outside the confirmed itinerary
Cassidy International Airport (CXI) is on Kiritimati, also known as Christmas Island, in Kiribati’s Line Islands. It is the meeting point for this trip and the connection for your flight to Fanning Island.
US anglers generally connect through Honolulu; travelers from Australia and New Zealand generally connect through Nadi, Fiji. Flight days, baggage allowances and connections must be checked against the final itinerary. Wait for our travel guidance before booking tickets.
International Date Line: Kiritimati is ahead of Hawaii on the calendar. Your outward and return flights can arrive on a different calendar date from departure. Book accommodation and connections using the local dates printed on your tickets.
You should be comfortable casting weighted flies in wind and spending extended periods wading. Tell us about your saltwater experience, fitness and any mobility concerns so we can discuss whether the program suits you.
We will provide a trip-specific equipment and packing list. Plan to bring sun protection, suitable wading footwear, a light rain layer and the personal tackle agreed with us before departure.
Start with an inquiry so we can confirm places, rooming and the travel arrangements. Share your departure city, group size and saltwater fly fishing experience. We will provide the detailed itinerary and payment information before you commit.
Suitable emergency medical-evacuation cover is required for this remote itinerary; comprehensive travel insurance is recommended. Discuss your planned fishing and travel with your insurer.
Join No Slack Loops, in partnership with Isolation Outfitters, for a small-group fly fishing expedition to Fanning Island, Kiribati, April 7–14, 2027. Wade lagoon flats for bonefish and explore channels and reef edges for giant and bluefin trevally, with local guides and a traveling host.
Meet at Cassidy International Airport (CXI) on Kiritimati, also known as Christmas Island. Your seven-night program includes the transit nights needed to reach Fanning, where simple island accommodation keeps you close to the water.
April 7–14, 2027 · Maximum six anglers
Four full fishing days, plus arrival-afternoon and departure-morning sessions, subject to flights and conditions. US$5,100 per angler, based on shared accommodation.
Ask about the April 2027 hosted trip →
Explore our Kiribati destination guide →
Itinerary, inclusions & travel details ↓
Seven nights with Fanning Island as the fishing destination. The program begins and ends on Kiritimati, allowing the overnight stays needed around the inter-island flight. No Slack Loops partners with Isolation Outfitters, which operates on Fanning, and works with the island’s guides and hosts.
Each day is planned around the tide, wind and light. Boats carry anglers to fishing areas, with most fishing taking place on foot. Expect long wading sessions across sand, coral and uneven lagoon terrain rather than a fixed daily circuit.
Bonefish and giant trevally are the principal targets, with bluefin trevally and other saltwater species adding variety. Local knowledge helps the group choose where to spend its time. Catch sizes and species depend on the conditions and opportunities each day.
Guiding is normally based on two anglers sharing one local guide and boat. The group is limited to six anglers.
Wednesday, April 7 · Arrive on Kiritimati. Meet at Cassidy International Airport (CXI), transfer to your overnight accommodation and prepare for the onward island flight.
Thursday, April 8 · Fly to Fanning. Take the inter-island service to Tabuaeran, the local name for Fanning Island. Transfer to Fanning Island Lodge, settle in and fish during the afternoon when the flight schedule and conditions allow.
Friday–Monday, April 9–12 · Four full fishing days. Explore the flats, channels and reef edges with local guiding and boat support. Take lunch into the field and return to your island base in the evening.
Tuesday, April 13 · Final morning and return flight. Fish during the morning when practical, then fly back to Kiritimati for an overnight stay before your international connection.
Wednesday, April 14 · Depart from CXI. Transfer to Cassidy International Airport for your onward flight. Confirm the local departure and arrival dates shown on your tickets.
This sequence is subject to the confirmed flight schedule, weather and local operating conditions. We will confirm the travel plan before you purchase international flights.
Fanning Island Lodge provides a simple base in traditional island accommodation. The attraction is time on the water and life in a small island community. Come prepared for an informal stay rather than resort facilities.
Accommodation is shared. Meals and drinking water are arranged as part of the program, with packed lunches for fishing days. Tell us about dietary needs or room requirements before booking so we can discuss what is practical.
Seven nights of shared accommodation across Fanning and the required Kiritimati transit stays
Return flights between Cassidy International Airport (CXI), Kiritimati, and Fanning Island
Airport and accommodation transfers within the confirmed program
Local guided fishing and boat support, normally two anglers per guide and boat
Meals and drinking water during the program
Hosting in partnership with Isolation Outfitters and pre-trip planning assistance
Four full fishing days are scheduled, with two additional half-day opportunities around the island flights. Confirm the final itinerary and inclusions with us before paying a deposit.
International flights to and from Kiritimati (CXI)
Fishing licenses, alcoholic beverages, tips and gratuities
Personal fishing equipment and travel insurance
Single-occupancy upgrades, optional activities or arrangements outside the confirmed itinerary
Cassidy International Airport (CXI) is on Kiritimati, also known as Christmas Island, in Kiribati’s Line Islands. It is the meeting point for this trip and the connection for your flight to Fanning Island.
US anglers generally connect through Honolulu; travelers from Australia and New Zealand generally connect through Nadi, Fiji. Flight days, baggage allowances and connections must be checked against the final itinerary. Wait for our travel guidance before booking tickets.
International Date Line: Kiritimati is ahead of Hawaii on the calendar. Your outward and return flights can arrive on a different calendar date from departure. Book accommodation and connections using the local dates printed on your tickets.
You should be comfortable casting weighted flies in wind and spending extended periods wading. Tell us about your saltwater experience, fitness and any mobility concerns so we can discuss whether the program suits you.
We will provide a trip-specific equipment and packing list. Plan to bring sun protection, suitable wading footwear, a light rain layer and the personal tackle agreed with us before departure.
Start with an inquiry so we can confirm places, rooming and the travel arrangements. Share your departure city, group size and saltwater fly fishing experience. We will provide the detailed itinerary and payment information before you commit.
Suitable emergency medical-evacuation cover is required for this remote itinerary; comprehensive travel insurance is recommended. Discuss your planned fishing and travel with your insurer.
