Patagonia - Trout Experience

SET Fly Fishing offers an unparalleled trout fishing experience in remote, untouched waters, perfect for anglers with an adventurous spirit. With a plethora of creeks, high altitude lakes, and unpressured rivers, it's a paradise for those seeking solitude and diverse fishing environments. Casa de Campo serves as a secluded intimate family atmosphere. Spring Creek being more float oriented and the "HUB". Chochoy is the “backwoods” heli experience where you are fishing the most remote and less touched waters! In addition to world-class trout fly fishing, guests can partake in a variety of outdoor and lifestyle activities, redefining the essence of adventure in this breathtaking landscape. Make your choice between three different programs for an unforgettable experience!

What’s Included

All lodging as described on the itinerary, All meals, beer and wine , Full-time guide and coordinator during the trip, All charter flights and local ground transfers, All the special services described on the itinerary, Fishing license, all flie. The Helicopter is not apart of the charter flight or transfers. That will add additional costs.

What's Not included

International Flights, Helicopter flight (unless you purchased that package) Any Buenos Aires expenses – hotels, meals, transfers, etc, Laundry, Gratuities

(Lodge rates subjet to change, please call for updated pricing.)

Casa de Campo Lodge

(Double Occupancy Pricing)

6 nights / 7 days

$5,500

Spring Creek Lodge

(Single Room Pricing)

6 nights / 7 days

$6,400

Chochoy Mallin Helifishing Program

(Double Occupancy Pricing)

6 nights / 7 days

$10,950

Contact Us For More Information:

(435) 783-6791

CASA DE CAMPO LODGE

CNestled just a brief journey from Junin de los Andes, Casa de Campo Lodge emerges as the ideal haven for embarking on your Patagonian fishing expedition. With Marisa and Daniel as your gracious hosts, revel in the authentic Argentine meals and heartfelt hospitality they offer. This rustic retreat, tucked away in a serene setting, provides a comforting haven for anglers to unwind after a day on the water. Housing up to eight guests across four en-suite apartments, Casa de Campo ensures an intimate and cozy ambiance amid the wild splendor of Patagonia.

For enthusiasts of fly fishing, this sanctuary presents some of the region's most intricate waters, where the art of sight fishing and pursuit of prized brown, rainbow, and brook trout await on the Malalco, Calfiquitra, Alumine, and Quillen rivers. Each dawn heralds a fresh journey into the unknown. And as dusk descends, come together with fellow adventurers to reminisce over the day's conquests, indulging in the delectable tastes of Argentine cuisine, complemented by exquisite wines and jovial camaraderie.

CHOCHOY MALLIN HELI FISHING

Hidden amidst Patagonia's remote wilderness, Chochoy Mallin emerges as a coveted sanctuary for fly fishing aficionados, far from the beaten paths of San Martin and Junín de los Andes. Accessible solely by helicopter through the #REMOTE program, this pristine realm unveils untouched rivers, creeks, and high-altitude lakes, inviting anglers on an unparalleled voyage of discovery. Equipped with a modern Bell 407 helicopter and seasoned pilots, we ensure unprecedented access to this angler's haven. Here, amidst breathtaking landscapes and miles of unspoiled waterways, solitude intertwines with the pursuit of wild rainbows, browns, and trophy trout, across spring creeks, pocket water streams, and expansive rivers. The base camp, the luxurious Estancia Chochoy Mallin, offers spacious rooms, delectable cuisine blending local flavors with international fare, and unique experiences like an overnight stay at a local estancia on the Trocoman river, with new waters unveiled each season. As seasons shift in northern Patagonia, from November through May, varying temperatures and weather patterns present opportunities for memorable fishing adventures. We recommend anglers equip themselves with quality gear, including rods, reels, lines, leaders, and flies, to ensure an unforgettable experience. Embark on a journey to Chochoy Mallin, where remote wilderness and world-class fishing converge, crafting the ultimate angler's paradise.

SPRING CREEK LODGE

Spring Creek Lodge, nestled in the heart of Northern Patagonia between Junín de los Andes and Alumine, epitomizes the pinnacle of dry fly fishing destinations. With over 100 days of exploration in the world's most prolific dry fly fishing region, anglers revel in daily discoveries across abundant fishable water. The lodge offers six cabañas, each boasting two bedrooms, shared amenities, and scenic outdoor porches, ensuring a cozy and intimate stay amidst Patagonia's rugged beauty. Gourmet dinners with Lanín Volcano views, a communal lounge, and a boutique featuring local artwork enhance the lodge's allure. Beyond fishing, guests can partake in tailored activities like birding, horseback riding, cooking, tango, massages, San Martin de los Andes tours, Lake District hikes, and a farm-to-table experience with local restaurants—a true immersion in Patagonian hospitality and adventure.

THE TACKLE

RODS, REELS, LEADER & TIPPET:

  • Trout Rods (6 and 5 weights 9”)
  • Reels (to match rods)
  • Freshwater Floating Fly Lines for each rod
  • Sinking or Sink-Tip Fly Lines (150-200 Grain) or leaders for streamer fishing only if you are streamers fan.
  • Trout Leaders 2x and 3x (tapered 9 foot). 7 foot 1x, if you plan on fishing streamers. at least 3 of each size
  • Standard Tippet Material (2x 3x, 4x, and 5x – one spool of each size)
  • Fluorocarbon Tippet Material (0X — 5X)
  • Floatant and dry shake

FLIES:

  • DRY FLIES
    • Foam Terrestrials (Tan) #6, 8
    • Assorted Foam grasshoppers Patterns #8, 10, 12
    • Flying Ants (Black) #14, 16
    • Foam Beetle Patterns (Black) # 10, 14, 16
    • Foam Cicada #8, 10, 12
    • Fat Albert #6, 10 in blak, tan or pink are always great
    • Parachute Hoppers (Tan, Olive) #8, 10
    • Stimulators (Yellow, Orange, Olive) #8, 10, 14
    • Standard and Hi-Vis Post Parachute Adams #14, 16
    • Elk Hair Caddis #14, 16
  • NYMPHS
    • Tungsten Jig in pheasant tails and quill bodies style #12, #14 are a must
    • Bead Head Pheasant Tail #12, 14, 16
    • Copper John (Copper, Red) #12, 14, 16
    • San Juan Worm (Red, Orange, Brown) #10, 12
    • Bead Head Flashback Hare’s Ear #12, 14, 16
    • CDC Pheasant Tail #14, 16, 18
  • STREAMERS
    • Woolly Buggers (Olive, Black, Brown) #2, 4, 6
    • Sex Dungeon and Mini Sex Dungeon’s #2, #6 black, Olive and Natural Brown
    • Sparkly minnow #6 Yellow/Brown and Olive/Pearl combinations
    • Smolt Patterns / Alevins #2, 4
    • Weighted Marabou Leeches (Olive, Black, Brown) #2, 4
    • Meat Whistle #4, #6 Black - Olive or Brown
    • Peanut Envy #4, #6 Black, Olive and Brown/Yellow combination