In the morning, you will be picked up at your hotel by your expert guide to head to the Pichi Leufú River. This is a river characteristic of the Patagonian steppe. Due to its morphology, it can only be fished by wading. Located 60 km from the city of Bariloche, it is surrounded by a semi-desert landscape and incredible mountains. Very safe for wading fishing, this river is ideal for beginners, but also for advanced anglers.
It is a refuge for rainbow trout, brown trout and also Patagonian perch.
Arriving at the boarding point on the Pichi Leufú River, your guide will explain the two fishing techniques that we propose for the excursion:
- Fly fishing (or Fly fishing): This consists of casting flies – “dressed” hooks – which are imitations of insects, small fish, shrimp, etc., using a weighted line specifically designed for this purpose, using a certain precise technique. Without a doubt, this modality requires practice and dedication, just to get used to casting. However, this type of fishing is becoming more and more popular all over the world.
- Spinning: This fishing technique consists of casting and collecting artificial lures such as spoons, simulating the movement of a small organism in the water, which the voracious trout attacks, if we manage to fool it.
Then, the excursion will begin, sailing on the Pichi Leufú River and fishing with the technique chosen by you.
After two hours of fishing from the boat, you will arrive at the edge of the river to enjoy a delicious lunch in nature. After a break, you will continue floating and fishing during the afternoon in the best spots that the Pichi Leufú River has to offer.
Always accompanied by your guide, you will learn the history of the San Carlos de Bariloche region and the best fishing options and fish that live in the region.
After a 12 km day trip, your guide will take you to the river`s exit site, where you will be met by cars to take you back to your hotel.
Fishing Season
The fishing season begins every year on November 1st and ends on April 30th within the Nahuel Huapi National Park, Northern Patagonia. However, for off-season fishing, Nahuel Huapi, Gutierrez and Mascardi lakes are open for all three types of fishing year-round, so we also fish there during the winter.
Age and Fishing Experience:
Our clients include anglers of all ages and experience levels, from absolute beginners to the very experienced.
No fishing experience is necessary to enjoy our excursions! Our guides will gladly share their local knowledge and fishing techniques with anglers of all experience levels. We adapt each excursion to the needs and preferences of our clients.
IMPORTANT: When making the reservation, choose the type of fishing you want to do and/or the location.