Argentina Sea Trout Fishing: Rio Grande - Villa Maria

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The River & Environment

The Sea Trout fishing in Southern Argentina is legendary and for many the Rio Grande epitomizes this. Situated in Tierra del Fuego, (Land of Fire), it is in as remote and isolated an area as you can imagine. Apart from the other fishing lodges there is little in the way of human habitation with sheep being the primary inhabitant in this part of the world.

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The Fishing

The Rio Grande needs little by way of introduction with fish averaging 10 lbs in weight with specimens over 30 lbs caught each season. Villa Maria has offered small private groups exciting fishing on some of the most productive pools in the lower river since 1994. A very different fishery to Kau Tapen or Toon Ken on the upper river, Villa Maria is a double handed fishermen's dream, enjoying the first crack of the whip at newly arrived sea trout.

The Lodge

Argentina Trout Fishing: Rio Grande - Villa Maria

Villa Maria is the second of the de las Carreras family Lodges to open on Rio Grande after Kau Tapen. The lodge is located in a renovated farmhouse within the working estancia Jose Menendez and is just a short drive from the river. Stylishly designed, supremely comfortable and with a friendly and dedicated house staff and guides, Villa Maria is well suited to caring for small groups of friends or family groups.

Best Times to Go

The season lasts from December to April with the runs of fish being sustained throughout. Unlike salmon the fish will enter the river during all these months in equal numbers dependent primarily upon local conditions. During the months of Dec and Jan the fishing hours run later with a siesta being taken during midday to make best use of the magical dusk fishing hours.

Getting There

Anglers fly to Buenos Aires international airport and from there take the 3 hr flight to Rio Grande. You will be collected on arrival at the airport and transferred by four-wheel drive vehicle to the lodge, which takes approx 20 minutes.

Combination Week – Villa Maria & Toon Ken

To experience the best that the Rio Grande has to offer take advantage of the fantastic opportunity to enjoy a split week at Villa Maria on the lower river & Toon Ken on the upper stretch. This will allow you to get the best of the river regardless of local conditions, high or low water. Your fishing will be uninterrupted between the two lodges with 6 full days of guided fishing covering around 40 kms of water.

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Availability and Pricing for the 2009 Season

Spaces at Villa Maria are very limited and are in high demand. If you are interested please register your interest up to a year in advance to ensure availability. Places will only be confirmed on receipt of a 50% deposit

Season:	The 2008/9 season runs from December 2008 to April 2009.
Rate:	Dec 15-Jan 2 USD $5,795. Jan 30-Feb 27 USD $6,500 Villa Maria/Toon Ken Combo Jan 2-Jan 30 & Feb 27-Apr 3 USD $5,950
Package Includes:	Seven (x7) nights. Six (x6) days guided fly fishing. Price includes accommodation. Includes transportation from Rio Grande Airport. All meals and drinks.
Note:	Price does not include gratuities or visa costs and any satellite telephone calls. Lodge capacity is 4-6 guests.

If you would like to know more about the Villa Maria, please contact us and we will provide you with more details. For availabilities, prices, pre trip information, booking form etc. please contact:
Justin Maxwell-Stuart with a Sea Trout from the Rio Gallegos River Justin Maxwell-Stuart

Mobile: +44 (0)7711 519 857
Fax: +44 (0)20 7352 0942
E-mail: justin@wherewisemenfish.com
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Additional Photos

Background reading for your trip:

"Argentine Trout Fishing" by William C. Leitch

Our Comments:

Anglers around the world are discovering the phenomenal fishery of Argentina. The author of Argentine Trout Fishing has been traveling to South America on a regular basis since the early 1960s and presents his knowledge of the country, its waters, and the formidable salmonids that thrive in those waters to the fly-fisher who enjoys wetting a line in an exotic locale. The where, when, and how are all covered, along with recommended tackle and technique for fishing Argentina.

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Justin Maxwell-Stuart
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