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Palmer och strand på tropisk fiskeresa i Franska Polynesien

French Polynesia - Hosted trip Oskar Wignäs

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  • Enkel svart konturikon av ett flygplan, snett ovanifrån, på ljus bakgrund - inspirerar sportfiskare till nästa fiskeresa.

    Return flight

    We book your flight and all transfers

  • Enkel svartvit kalenderikon med två ringar upptill, perfekt för att planera fiskeresor eller markera viktiga sportfiskeevent.

    Tailored fishing trips

    If our suggested dates don't work, we can customize your experience to your preferences.

  • Enkel svart konturteckning av en fisk som simmar åt höger, med ett öga och leende mun, mot ljus bakgrund - för sportfiskare.

    Species

    Bonefish, GT, bluefin trevally, Bohar snapper, Napoleon wrasse, triggerfish, etc.

  • Enkel linjeikon som visar ett tält, ett träd och solen - symboliserar camping för sportfiskare på fiskeresa i naturen.

    Accommodation

    Guesthouse, single room

  • Liten, pixlad svartvit ikon med stiliserat kugghjul och prickar, liknar symbol för fiskeinställningar eller konfiguration.

    Fishing season

    All year round

Regarding the fishing trip

Fly fishing in French Polynesia with Oskar Wignäs

French Polynesia, far out in the Pacific Ocean

Fly fishing in French Polynesia has quickly become something many saltwater fly fishermen have taken notice of. On Anaa Atoll, large flats await, offering varied fishing and the opportunity to sight fish for species such as bonefish, giant trevally, triggerfish, and bluefin trevally. On this hosted trip, you travel together with Oskar Wignäs and a small group of anglers to a destination where the fishing, the environment, and encounters with the local population all make a strong impression.

napoleon wrasse flugfiskad

89,995 SEK per person

This is included in the fishing trip price

• Return flights to Tahiti via Paris from Stockholm, Oslo, Copenhagen, or London
• Local flight between Tahiti and Anaa Atoll
• Car and boat transfers during your stay on Anaa
• 6 full days of guided fishing (1 guide for 2 anglers)
• Swedish tour leader - Oskar Wignäs
• 7 nights' accommodation, guesthouse (single room)
• Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and non-alcoholic beverages on Anaa
• 2 hotel nights in Tahiti
• Fee for local community development and cultural experiences on Anaa

Additional costs

• Optional tips for guides and staff.

Optional extras

• Alcoholic beverages
• Fishing equipment rental

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French Polynesia, far out in the Pacific Ocean

Anaa Atoll in French Polynesia has quickly become a destination many saltwater fly fishers are starting to discover. Here, you'll find large flats, varied fishing, and rich marine life with species such as bonefish, giant trevally, triggerfish, and bluefin trevally.

During the week, we fish both on the flats, along reef edges, and in the lagoon's varied environments. One moment it's about technical sight fishing for bonefish in shallow water where every presentation counts. The next moment you're standing with a class 12 rod ready as larger predatory fish patrol along the edges.

The fishing is adapted day by day depending on the tides, weather, and which species are most active. Together with local guides and Oskar Wignäs as tour leader, the week is shaped by the conditions on site and what the group wants to get out of the fishing.

This is a trip for those who appreciate varied saltwater fly fishing and want to experience an area that still feels relatively untouched. You don't need to be an expert to join, but an interest in tropical fly fishing and the willingness to develop makes a big difference.

  • Day 1

    Fly from Sweden via Paris to Tahiti.

  • Turkosblå lagun och korallrev på flugfiskeresa i Franska Polynesien

    day 2

    Land in Tahiti. Spend the afternoon/evening in Tahiti as you please.

  • Fiskegrupp på guidad flugfiskeresa i Stilla havet

    day 3

    Fly from Tahiti to Anaa Atoll. Spend the afternoon/evening checking equipment and preparing for the upcoming days of fishing.

  • Bohar snapper fångad på fluga vid revkanten i Franska Polynesien

    day 4-9

    6 full days of fishing.

  • day 10

    Fly from Anaa to Tahiti. Spend the afternoon/evening in Tahiti as you wish.

  • day 11-12

    Fly from Tahiti to Sweden via Paris.

  • 4 days of fishing

    22 February - 5 March 2027


    3 Places remaining

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Kraftig GT fångad på klass 12 vid revet på Anaa
Guide spanar efter bonefish på flatsen i Franska Polynesien
Flugfiskare drillar fisk från båten på Anaas flats
Fiskeresa Franska Polynesien Bonefish

Fishing on Anaa atoll

This trip is best suited for intermediate to experienced saltwater fly anglers, solo travelers, couples, and small groups who want to experience something other than the more classic tropical destinations. A maximum of six people fish at a time on Anaa, providing exclusive access to the atoll's flats, reefs, and lagoon environments throughout the week.

Fishing around Anaa is mainly divided into three areas: the bonefish flats, the coastal reef, and the reef edge. This creates great variety during the days and means that the fishing constantly changes depending on tides, weather, and which species are most active.

A typical day often begins with sight fishing for bonefish in shallow water with 8–9 weight rods. Here, much depends on precision, correct presentation, and spotting the fish before casting. Later in the day, the focus often shifts towards the reef and reef edge where 12 weight rods are used in pursuit of giant trevally, bluefin trevally, bohar snapper, and Napoleon wrasse.

Bonefish fishing can be really good at times, with individual fish or small groups moving over the shallow sand flats. Most fish weigh around 2–2.5 kilograms, but larger individuals up to 4–5 kilograms are regularly caught. Unlike many destinations in the Caribbean, it is rarely about large schools, but rather about finding and presenting the fly to individual larger fish, which makes the fishing both more technical and rewarding.

Even during bonefish fishing, it's wise to always have a 12 weight rod ready. Larger predatory fish often patrol the edges of the flats, and situations can arise quickly when a GT or bluefin suddenly appears in shallow water.

Water temperature and current conditions in the lagoon are affected by ocean swells, which means that the fishing changes throughout the season. Together with the local guides, each fishing day is adapted to the conditions to provide the best possible opportunities out on the water.

Transportation to the fishing spots usually takes place by boat and takes about 20–30 minutes depending on the day's planning and the tide.

Bonefish fångad på fluga på tropiska flats i Franska Polynesien
Bohar snapper fångad på fluga vid revkanten i Franska Polynesien
GT (giant trevally) vid revkanten i Franska Polynesien
Turkosblå lagun och korallrev på Anaa-atollen fiskeresa
Palmer och strand på tropisk fiskeresa i Franska Polynesien

What is a hosted trip?

A hosted trip is a fishing trip where an experienced tour leader accompanies you throughout the entire journey. You get support, camaraderie, and someone to share the experience with, both by the water and in the evenings after fishing.

On this hosted trip to Bosnia, you will travel with Sivan Jansson and a small group of fly fishers. The trip includes four full days of guided fishing in some of Europe's most esteemed fly fishing rivers, while also providing the security of having an experienced tour leader with you every step of the way.

Who is Oskar Wignäs

Oskar Wignäs is the founder of Outside Travels and an experienced fly fisherman with the world as his home waters. With a deep passion for nature, fishing, and adventure, he has explored fishing destinations in Canada, Cuba, Mexico, Greenland, Bahamas, and Argentina – often in pursuit of large Arctic char, Steelhead, GT, and bonefish with a fly rod.

Since 2016, Oskar has been organizing fishing trips globally and is today a highly appreciated tour leader who is passionate about sharing his knowledge, creating security, and inspiring others by the water. He is particularly known for his ability to combine structure with adventure – a valuable trait during both tropical fishing trips and wilderness expeditions in North America.

When you travel with Oskar, you can count on thorough planning, clear guidance, and a good dose of fishing joy – whether it's for steelhead in Skeena or GT on the flats.
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French Polynesia, a place far from everyday life

Far out in the Pacific Ocean lies Anaa Atoll, a small part of French Polynesia where life is still governed by the tides, weather, and the surrounding sea. For many, the place feels almost surreal the first time they arrive. Small villages, vast lagoons, and flats that stretch far beyond what one is used to back home.

This is also what makes the fishing so special.

During the week, we fish in several different environments around the atoll, from shallow sand flats and lagoons to reef edges where larger predatory fish patrol. One moment, it's about slowly stalking bonefish or triggerfish in shallow water. The next, you're ready with heavier tackle when giant trevally or bluefin appear along the edge.

The variety in the fishing means that the days rarely feel the same. Tides, wind, and conditions dictate much of the plan, and together with local guides and Oskar Wignäs, the fishing is adapted to what works best for the day.

This is not a destination where you stand shoulder to shoulder with other anglers. Only a limited number of guests fish on Anaa at any one time, which creates a peaceful atmosphere both on the flats and during days out on the water.

You don't need to be an expert to join, but an interest in saltwater fly fishing and the willingness to learn makes a big difference. For some, the trip is about catching their first bonefish on a fly. For others, it's about finally getting the chance to catch a giant trevally in shallow water.

Bluefin trevally vid revkanten på tropisk flugfiskeresa
Närbild på bonefish fångad på fluga i Franska Polynesien
Glada flugfiskare på Anaa-atollen efter en lyckad fiskedag

We fish and live close to local life

During your week on Anaa, you'll be immersed in the local environment, where the proximity to both the fishing and the people quickly becomes a natural part of the experience. The accommodation is simple yet pleasant, a short distance from the lagoon, the boats, and the day's fishing.

Life moves at a different pace here. The days are governed by the tides, the weather, and the rhythm of the island, and it doesn't take long before you start to settle into the calm that characterizes Anaa. Between fishing sessions, the group gathers for meals and discussions about the day's experiences, often together with our local hosts who are happy to share both stories and life on the atoll.

The food is prepared with local ingredients, and it's not uncommon for fish caught the same day to end up on the table later in the evening. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included throughout your stay, along with non-alcoholic beverages. It's simple, delicious, and reflects the place you're in.

For many, meeting the people of Anaa becomes at least as memorable as the fishing itself. The Polynesian hospitality feels warm and personal, making the week about much more than just the hours out on the flats.

Gemensam matsal och bar på boendet på Anaa
Familjedrivet guesthouse nära lagunen på Anaa
Turkosblå lagun och korallrev på Anaa-atollen fiskeresa
Glada flugfiskare på Anaa-atollen efter en lyckad fiskedag
Bonefish fångad på fluga på tropiska flats i Franska Polynesien
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Flugspö i klass 12 för GT och trevally ombord på båten

Fish species and fishing gear at Anaa Atoll

Fishing in Anaa largely revolves around large bonefish, but variety is a big part of what makes the destination special. During the week, it's not uncommon to encounter giant trevally, bluefin trevally, triggerfish, bohar snapper, Napoleon wrasse, and several other reef species along the flats and reef edges.

Bonefishing often takes center stage during the morning hours and largely involves spotting individual fish or smaller groups moving over shallow water. Unlike many Caribbean destinations, it rarely involves large schools but rather finding and presenting the fly to larger individual fish.

For bonefish, classic patterns in sizes 2–8 work very well, preferably in natural colors such as beige, olive, and light green. It's wise to have both lighter flies and heavier models with lead eyes depending on depth, current, and daily conditions.

Bonefish are best fished with rods in class 7–9 along with floating lines and leaders around 14–20 lb. At the same time, it's smart to always have a heavier rod ready. Along the edges of the flats, larger predators often appear without warning, and situations can change quickly.

For giant trevally and other predatory fish, class 12 rods are usually used with heavier leaders of 80–100 lb fluorocarbon. Flies are larger, often between 8–15 centimeters, and imitate baitfish in more natural colors.

Fishing along the reef edge is at times demanding and places high demands on both equipment and angler. Here, strong rods, durable leaders, and robust flies quickly become important when larger fish such as giant trevally, Napoleon wrasse, and snapper take the bait.

In addition to the fishing itself, we recommend polarized sunglasses, good wading boots for tropical fishing, tools, sun protection, and durable equipment. It makes a big difference during long days on the flats where sun, coral, and the environment all place demands on your gear.

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    Before a fishing trip to French Polynesia

    Is the trip suitable for someone new to fly fishing like me?

    Bonefishing at Anaa Atoll is a large part of the experience and differs from many classic destinations in the Caribbean. Here, it often involves sight-fishing for individual larger fish or smaller groups in shallow water rather than large schools.

    Most bonefish weigh around 2–2.5 kilograms, but fish weighing up to 4–5 kilograms are regularly caught. The fishing becomes technical, visual, and very rewarding for those who appreciate precision and presentation.

    Is it possible to catch giant trevally on a fly?

    Yes. Giant trevally is one of the most sought-after species during the week, often patrolling along reef edges and the outer areas of the flats.

    Many anglers choose to always have a 12-weight rod ready, even during bonefish fishing, as GTs can appear quickly in shallow water. Fly fishing for giant trevally is intense and requires both patience and the right presentation when the opportunity arises.

    Is this trip suitable for me, as a beginner in saltwater fly fishing?

    Yes. This hosted trip is suitable for both those new to saltwater fly fishing and those who have already fished a lot but want to develop further.

    Together with Oskar Wignäs, support is close at hand throughout the trip. Before departure, the group will meet in Gothenburg or digitally to review equipment, techniques, casting, and practical details for the week in Anaa.

    What equipment is needed for fly fishing in French Polynesia?

    For bonefish, rods in class 7–9 are typically used with floating lines and bonefish flies in natural colors. For giant trevally and other larger predators, class 12 tackle is recommended with stronger leaders and larger baitfish imitations.

    Before the trip, you will receive a detailed equipment list with recommendations on flies, lines, and what works best for bonefish, GT, triggerfish, and other species at Anaa Atoll.

    What species of fish are caught at Anaa Atoll?

    During the week, we mainly fish for bonefish, giant trevally, bluefin trevally, triggerfish, bohar snapper, and Napoleon wrasse.

    Many appreciate the variety in the fishing, as you can sight fish for bonefish in shallow waters and later have the chance to catch larger predatory fish along the reef edge, all on the same day.

    How large is the group?

    This is a hosted trip in a small group to create a personal and relaxed experience, both on the water and in the evenings. We are a group of 5 anglers + host. The smaller group size also means there is plenty of time for support from the guides and Sivan Jansson during the fishing.