Hi Rob,

I was there in September 10 min north of Tulum.
Went trolling for a "boring afternoon of nothing" with Captain's Rick who
are based in Puerto Adventuras. See http://www.fishyucatan.com/
but the real memorable fishing was for bonefish. It is a local speciality!
We spent 1/2 day (morning is better) at http://www.bocapaila.com
and loved it. Caugt my first bonefish and lost two others. Ask for Gregorio,
nice guide who speaks good english.It is not cheap (£180) but nice for a
treat. My wife does not fish and had a great time - she put me to shame -
when we used spinning gear.

Other providers in the area are contactable below
http://www.flyfishtheflats.com/
http://www.bonefishbum.com/
http://www.letitbeinn.com/
http://www.pescamaya.com/
A word of warning: the road to Punta Allen is hurrendous and progression
very slow. They also fish for permit, tarpoon...

Sian Khan biosphere reserve is said to be very nice and wild. We could not
go but it is highly recommended. We loved snorkling in Xel 'Ha and you also
ought to go to Xcaret where you can see dolphins and fantastic sea turtle
sup close.

Have a great time, the sea over there has an incredible colour.
For general info, see http://www.travelyucatan.com

Regards
Jerome Philipon


Rob Ehle wrote in message
...
My first vacation in the tropics. Family's going down to the Yucatan
next June. If anyone's got recommendations for guides or gear, I look
forward to hearing about it. We're going to be spending most of the time
near Tulum. My seven-year-old wants to see ruins and jaguars; my wife
wants to find good food; I want to see fish.

Rob