Tambopata. Our base for this fishing adventure is a nice Lodge and Research Center located approx 30 miles away from Puerto Maldonado in a straight line, and approximately 75 miles on the river route, in the heart of the Tambopata Candamo National Reserve.

Fly Fishing, Spin Fishing. The waters of Tambopata River offer us a variety of fishes such as Payaras, Pacu, Catfish. Payara is a strong fish, very fast, with a big tail and a couple of big teeth in the lower jaw. They live in extremely fast water and take both lures and flies with a savage force. There’s a lot of black volcanic rocks in the river and the Payara hunt sardines very close to the shore, the technique is to cast from the rocks with spinning or fly fishing tackle any lure or fly with brilliant colours. Pacu takes only fruits and fish meat, we use sardines for bait. Same technique is used on all the catfish.

Fishing season. The fishing season starts early July and ends in October. The better months are August, September and October. Full moon is not recommended because the possibilities of rain and muddy waters are high.

Fishing Tackle. We suggest to bring at least 2 rods of medium-heavy to heavy action, from 7 ½ to 9 foot, bait casting or spinning. For fly fishermen a slightly heavier 9-10 weight fly rod is the best. As the same of the rods, at least 2 reels with a capacity for 200 yards of a 20 pounds line. If you are fly fishermen, a reel with good capacity of line like large arbor size 7/8 or 9/10. All kind of lines from 20 pounds to 65 pounds, we prefer the multifilament like Spider Wire; Power Pro or a simple Dacron. Good leaders and swivels are highly suggested, bring plenty of them. Fly line must be a sinker tip line to present the flies closer to the bottom. A heavy mono leader tipped with steel wire is essential.

Lures and Flies. All kind of lures like Rapala Magnum, Rapala Countdown, Rebel Fast Track, Spoonbill. All types of lures that swim on fast waters and dives quickly. Because of the dark color of the water, lure’s colors like fire tigers, oranges, red heads and chartreuse are the favorites. Lure size from 4 ½ inches and up is ok. Hooks have to be extra strong. Flies: The Payara take a variety of large streamers, but prefer heavily dressed ones on a 4/0 saltwater hook. Clouser Minnows, Lefty's Deceivers, Poppers.

Accomodation. Accomodation for fishermen is in bungalows with two person rooms with private bathrooms and mosquito nets. These bungalows are constructed in the typical style for the region (wood with palm rooves). Central Lodge building with Dining Area, Kitchen, Toilets, Common Areas to Relax, Hammocks.

General Equipment. Lightweight shirts and pants, wide brimmed hat or cap, a lightweight waterproof jacket, a polar fleece sweatshirt, an extra pair of sandals or sneakers, polarized sunglasses, sunblock, lip protector.

Travel Arrangements. Fishing trips to Tambopata will be arranged throughout the fishing season and the packages can be booked according to the client’s preferred dates. Customers take interational flight to Lima, meet guide there and continue with domestic flight to Puerto Maldonado. From there trip continues with fast boat to destination.

Fishing - Peru, Tambopata

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2 anglers   3 anglers   4 anglers   5 anglers  2115 USD/pers  1615 USD/pers  1350 USD/pers  1190 USD/pers

Fishing trip includes: Assistance during whole trip - All ground transfers - Accomodation - Guiding - Fishing licenses - All meals and national beverages while fishing - Fast boat for transfers between Puerto Maldonado and Tambopata hotels - Boat for 6 anglers during the fishing days - National Park fee

Fishing trip does not include: Flights to Lima - Domestic airfare tickets - Gratuities to camp staff and fishing guides - Airport departure tax - Alcoholic beverages

Species: Payara, Pacu, Catfish

Season: July - October

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Phone: +358-400-824530/Jouni Rauha

E-mail: jouni@fishmaster.fi