DESTINATION: Patagonia Austral Chilena y Tierra del Fuego
, XII Región Chile - Tierra del Fuego
» General Information:
This package has been thought for those who wish to experience the true adventure of fishing, sleeping in individual tents, mountain refuges, typical Patagonian estancias ( ranches) and hostels, making the most of almost 1000 islands in the region with rivers and lakes which the anglers haven´t reached yet. To get to this destination, you must take a flight from Santiago to the airport in Punta Arenas or you can be picked up at Monte Aymond.
» Package:
Over a thousand of islands with rivers and lakes offer an infinite range of fishing possibilities.
Monte Balmaceda region includes rivers such as the Serrano, Tyndall´s mouth, laguna del Hielo, river and lake Azul, river Brush, lagoon Escondida, among others.
Tierra del Fuego region includes lake Blanco, river Grande, river Rasmussen, lake Fagnano, river Azopardo, and others.
All ground transfers are done by 4x4 vehicles. The watercrafts have been specially-designed for adventure trips, provided with a main and an auxiliary motor and a maximum speed of 30 knots, GPS, 27 to 35 feet long.
The species found in the area are: Rainbow Trout, Resident browns, Stealhead and Sea Run, Salmon: Coho, Atlantic and Chinook.
» Accommodation:
Accommodation and meals are on the mainland. Individual tents with top-quality sleeping bags and foam mattresses are provided. All meals are served in a heated dining tent and a system of portable showers and individual lavatories is carried to the fishing spot. In some of the trips, the anglers stay at Estancia Rio de los Ciervos, Hosteria Torres del Paine or Torre Balmaceda, mountain refuges, among others.
The meals are specially prepared.
» Tackle and Equipment:
A 9ft rod, of either #7 or #8 weight, is the best choice for the conditions. Reels should have 150-yard backing. Floating lines and sinking shootings III or IV or Tenny 200.
Leaders: 4x, 3x, 2x, 1x, 0x. Neoprene or Gore-tex waders, a waterproof jacket and warm clothes. Hat or cap. Polarized sunglasses. Sunblock.
» Additional Information:
We offer a classic tour or a more extreme trip. A 8-day package tour would be our suggestion for the region of Monte Balmaceda or Tierra del Fuego. However, a combination of both regions can be tailor-made, and the package will consist of 12 days. It should be for 4 to 8 anglers maximum.
» Rates / 2011
U$S 3,740.-
Per angler double basis. Minimun 4 anglers. Tierra del Fuego and Torres del Paine area.
Rates include:
7-night accommodation in lodges, ranchs and tents. 5 fishing days - 1 guide x 2 anglers. All meals and beverages (wine and beer). Ground and boat transfers.
Rates do not include:
Airfare and taxes related. Fishing equipment and flies. Gratuities, insurance, hard drinks and other personal expenses.
Notes:
Ask for other options, short or larger trips.
» Rates / 2011
U$S 3,900.-
Per angler double basis, minimun 4 anglers.
Rates include:
7-night accommodation with all meals (wine and beer included). 5 1/2 fishing days - 1 guide x 2 anglers. Ground and boat transfers.
Rates do not include:
Airfare and taxes related. Fishing equipment and flies, gratuities, hard drinks, insurance and other personal expenses.
Notes:
Ask for other options, short or larger trips.
» Fishing
Report
2010 fishing season is over; 2011 season starts next November.
