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Estancia Arroyo Verde |
Estancia Arroyo Verde is situated within the Nahuel Huapi National Park. Its western border is the Traful lake, and it extends towards progressively dryer areas in the east. The forests of cypress and coihues give way to the maitenes and open grassland, typical of the area. The landscape opens out onto gigantic sculptures of volcanic rocks, shaped by wind and water. The Traful valley’s landscape, it’s famous river, the lodge’s elegance and Meme’s and her daughters' hospitality intertwine to make the guests feel at home. The Traful, one of Argentina’s most spectacular rivers, is home to rainbow and brown trout and especially land-locked salmon, every fisherman’s dream. Other activities such as horse riding and trekking can be done, or you can simply enjoy the silence and intimacy the lodge provides. The River: The Traful is a fly fishing only river and catch and release is mandatory. It is 30 meters wide at some points and it has important water flow variations common to most mountain rivers. However, the Traful lake acts as a natural regulator, and it moderates the rises and the drought periods as well. Crystal clear waters, pools and rapids, open spaces, enormous rocks in the riverbed… all the waters fisherman desire. The fish: The river is densely populated with trout around 20 to 23 ins but occasionally, unlike other rivers in the Traful river it is possible to catch much bigger trout or salmon, around 28 to 35 ins. |
The Fishing: Within the estancia the Traful river can be waded in all its length. The river has numerous pools, each one different. They are all nearby and within a 10 to 20 minute drive. A typical day begins with breakfast at the lodge. Your guide will meet you immediately after and inform you about the day’s fishing and wading conditions. Lunch is served in the dining room at the lodge but picnics can be organized by the river. If you do not have your own fishing equipment the guides can provide it at an additional cost. For the beginning of the season we recommend #7 and #8 lines and #5 or #6 for mid January onwards. It is also convenient to have a variety of fast sinking and floating lines and sinking tips. The selection will depend on the water’s height and temperature. For fast sinking lines you will need short leaders, 12 or 14 feet for dry fly; 4x to 0x, and stronger up to 12 1b test, to big flies. Bring, besides your favorite fly, some streamers, wooly worms, wooly buggers, muddlers, etc. Nymphs turn out to be very effective throughout the whole season; Small ones (12 to 14) can be as useful as the big ones, such as the Bitch Creek or the Montana Nymph (4 to 8). The Spruce and Mickey Finn flies are very good for the salmon during the day; A Black Bunny can be perfect for catching a nice brown trout in the last hours of the evening! Dry flies - in sizes 6 to 16, Adams, Royal Wulff, Humpies - are a must in the Traful for half and late season. With a Skating Spider you can have fun big time! The Guides: The guides are renowned professionals from the Bariloche area. They are familiar with the river and cater to the fisherman's every need. The Lodge: Its typical stone and wood built houses, set in a park of infinite beauty provide great comfort and a cozy atmosphere for its guests. In the spacious main house there are the living and dinning rooms with their fireplaces, the sun lounge with its wonderful view of the garden and the valley beyond, a bar, where you can try the famous pisco sour and four double bedrooms with private bathrooms. In an adjacent house another guest bedroom with en-suite bathroom has a separate entrance and private porch. About a mile and a half from the main house the wood cabin perches on a rocky outcrop overlooking the lake commanding a magnificent view. It has a twin bedroom with bathroom, spacious living room with extra beds if needed and a deck to enjoy the sunsets on the lake. Electricity is generated by diesel powered engines (220V). The lodge manager is on hand at all times to look after guests. Meals are served in the dinning room where the hosts ensure a refined, cozy, family atmosphere.
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Travel:From Buenos Aires reservations for round trip tickets to Bariloche should be made. International flights arrive at Ezeiza International Airport and flights to Bariloche depart from the domestic airport (Aeroparque Jorge Newberry). If your international flight arrives early enough it is possible to make a connection the same day if not, an overnight stay in Buenos Aires and catch the flight to Bariloche the following day. The fishing guides will be waiting for you at Bariloche airport and will transfer you to the lodge, about an hour and a half's drive. Season: From the 1st of November through April 30th. Rates: Consult for rates. Included: Rates include transfers in/out to Bariloche airport, accommodation, full board, alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks, full time english speaking fish guide with private car, activities: fishing, riding, trekking, picnics, access to Traful´s lake private beach. There is WiFi is in certain areas of the lodge. Not included: Telephone, personal or travel insurance, laundry service (available at an additional cost), fishing license, fishing gear (available for hire with prior notice) and gratuities. Contact the Lodge and Us: << BACK |
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The lodge is situated within the Nahuel Huapi National Park, Patagonia, Argentina. Its western border is the Traful lake, and it extends towards progressively dryer areas in the east. The valley’s landscape, the famous Traful river, the lodge’s elegance and Meme’s and her daughters' hospitality intertwine to make the guests feel at home. The river is home to rainbow and brown trout and land-locked salmon. Horse riding and trekking can be done also.
The lodge offers luxury accommodation. The main house has the living and dinning rooms with their fireplaces, the sun lounge and four double bedrooms with private bathrooms. In an adjacent house another bedroom with en-suite bathroom has a separate entrance. About a mile from the main house the wood cabin perching on a rocky outcrop, has a twin bedroom with bathroom, living room with extra beds and a deck to enjoy the sunset.
The Traful is a fly fishing only river, catch and release is mandatory. It is approx. 30 meters wide. The Traful lake acts as a natural regulator, and it moderates the rises and the drought periods as well. Crystal clear waters, pools and rapids, enormous rocks in the riverbed… The river is populated with trout around 20 to 23 ins but occasionally it is possible to catch much bigger trout or salmon, around 28 to 35 ins.
The Traful river can be waded in all its length. The river has may different pools, all nearby and within a 15 minutes drive. A typical day begins with breakfast at the lodge. Your guide will meet you immediately after and inform you about the day’s fly fishing conditions. Lunch is served in the dining room at the lodge but picnics can be organized by the river. After nap you will get back to the river to fish until dusk.
The guides are renowned professionals from the Bariloche area and have been fly fishing the river for many years. They are familiar with the river and cater to the fisherman's every need.
From Buenos Aires reservations for round trip tickets to Bariloche, Patagonia, should be made. If your international flight arrives early enough it is possible to make a connection the same day if not, an overnight stay in Buenos Aires and catch the flight to Bariloche the following day. The fishing guides will be waiting for you at Bariloche airport and will transfer you to the lodge, about an hour and a half's drive.