A great guide makes all the difference. With well over a century of combined experience between them guiding Ascension & Espiritu Santo Bays, our guides are second to none. Read on to learn more.
In Detail
Alejandro Tamayo
Nickname:
Chona
Birthday:
January, 1st 1974
Birth place:
Dzilam, Yucatán.
Working with us as a guide since:
January, 1st 2016
Brief background:
Alejandro started guiding at the age of 17 yrs. old at Punta Allen , moved to Casa Blanca 8 yrs ago as a professional Fly fishing guide.
About him:
His passion is to go after the Permits, knows the bay very well. He loves to be a fishing guide.
Andrés de la Cruz Jiménez
Nickname:
Torito
Birthday:
Septiembre, 02 1977
Birth place:
Tonalá, Veracruz.
Working with us as a guide since:
January, 1st 2007
Brief background:
Andrés has his roots in Punta Pajaros. He started in the conservation area, then moved to Hospitality, then to Marina and at last he became a Fly-Fishing guide, who now hold this year’s record of Grand Slams.
About him:
Andrés eyes for Permit are unparallel. His great attitude for his job makes him a very valuable guide.
Carlos Vázquez Santillan
Nickname:
Chivo
Birthday:
February, 4 1974
Birth place:
Campeche, Campeche.
Working with us as a guide since:
February, 4 1998
Brief background:
Carlos is a very appreciated guide, with more than 30 years in Casa Blanca. His professionalism and amazing attitude will make your fishing experience a very unique one.
About him:
He has been described as a very skilled guide. He is patient and will tell you where that fish is.
David Herbert Neri
Nickname:
León
Birthday:
May, 21 1972
Birth place:
Metlaltoyuca, Puebla.
Working with us as a guide since:
May, 21 1987
Brief background:
David arrived in 1986 and started guiding when he was 15 yrs old at Casa Blanca lodge. Something I clearly remember, we used at the time wood handles and Boston Whaler boats.
About him:
I can find any type of fish, over the years, I have learned every place where the fish come to the Bay.
Eladio Chim Ruíz
Nickname:
Pacho
Birthday:
December, 26 1960
Birth place:
Libre Unión, Yucatán.
Working with us as a guide since:
January, 26 1990
Brief background:
He started at a young age in Boca Paila when there was nothing there yet. He has crafted his kills as a Fly-Fishing guide for over 25 years.
About him:
Eladio, or “Señor” as everyone knows him, is a very skilled guide who is going to put you right where the fish are.
Jorge Luis Ortíz
Nickname:
Jorge
Birthday:
February, 28 1992
Birth place:
Tonalá, Veracrúz.
Working with us as a guide since:
September, 15 2024
Brief background:
Jorge Luis started guiding when he was 22 yrs old in the Caribbean, he is part of our new generation team.
About him:
His passion is to chase Permit, Tarpon, Snook and Bonefish.
José Arsenio Peraza Canul
Nickname:
Oso
Birthday:
August, 27 1974
Birth place:
Libre Unión, Yucatán.
Working with us as a guide since:
January, 1 2005
Brief background:
José or “Oso” like everyone calls him, started in Casa Blanca when he was very young. His more than 30 years working for the Lodges proves that he is one of the best guides in the region.
About him:
José has a lot of knowledge of both Bays. He will do everything he can to find you the fish.
Luis Alberto Martínez Rodríguez
Nickname:
Beto
Birthday:
May, 22 1991
Birth place:
Tonalá, Veracruz.
Working with us as a guide since:
May, 1st 2023
Brief background:
Beto is part of the new generation of Fly-Fishing guides of Casa Blanca. His fresh mentality and very good attitude have proved that he is ready for the game.
About him:
Beto’s skills to find Permits and guide you to be able to take the shot, is the reason why he Is part of the guide team.
Luis Hernández González
Nickname:
Wicho
Birthday:
February, 24 1976
Birth place:
Tonalá, Veracruz.
Working with us as a guide since:
February, 18 2016
Brief background:
Luis have been guiding for a long time. Started as a young boat captain in Casa Blanca, Luis has made his way to become a very good Fly-Fishing Guide and person.
About him:
Luis is always very positive and like to share the emotion of landing a nice fish. He is the man if you want to have a nice day in the Flats.
Oswaldo Flores Cupido
Nickname:
Oswaldo
Birthday:
September, 2 1991
Birth place:
Tonalá, Veracruz.
Working with us as a guide since:
March, 1st 2024
Brief background:
Oswaldo is representing the young generation of Fly-Fishing guides of Casa Blanca. His commitment to his job is prove that he likes what he does.
About him:
He takes his job very seriously and he will make everything he can to get you to the spot and find you the fish.
René Willebaldo Chan Velázquez
Nick Name:
Sapo
Birthday:
June, 20 1966
Birth place:
Dzula , Quintana Roo.
Working with us as a guide since:
June, 20 1998
Brief background:
He started guiding back when Playa Blanca was built.
About him:
He describes himself as a very relax person who is very committed to his job and service.
René has very good eyes for Tarpon and know how to navigate the Bays and the Lagoons.
Rafael de la Cruz Jiménez
Nickname:
Wayin
Birthday:
April, 13 1979
Birth place:
Tonalá, Veracruz.
Working with us as a guide since:
May, 1st 2023
Brief background:
Being from Veracruz, Rafael joined the Team over 25 years ago as a boat captain. He learned the fishing arts as a very young man
About him:
If you want to sharp your skill with the Bonefish and Tarpon, Rafael will take you to the best flats of the Bays.
Tomas Hernández López
Nickname:
Tomas
Birthday:
March, 7 1963
Birth place:
Nueva Padilla Tamaulipas.
Working with us as a guide since:
January, 26 1990
Brief background:
Tomás started guiding fresh water fishing in Tamaulipas. He made his way down to the Caribbean coast of México over 40 years ago.
About him:
He is very passionate about Fly Fishing. He loves nature and he will show you the best places in the area.