Destinations
Simpson River:
A Fly Fishing Dream Destination
A Pristine Patagonian Gem
Nestled in Chile’s Aysén region, the Simpson River is a fly fisher’s paradise. With crystal clear currents and a backdrop of snow capped peaks, it boasts rainbow and brown trout in abundance.
Nestled in Chile’s Aysén region, the Simpson River is a fly fisher’s paradise. With crystal clear currents and a backdrop of snow capped peaks, it boasts rainbow and brown trout in abundance.
Boat Fishing
Glide in a drift boat guided by local experts to reach quiet back channels and hidden runs. Calm flows and deep pools make it perfect for dry fly drifts or nymph presentations.
Glide in a drift boat guided by local experts to reach quiet back channels and hidden runs. Calm flows and deep pools make it perfect for dry fly drifts or nymph presentations.
Wading Fishing
For anglers who love to stand in the river, the Simpson offers shallow riffles and broad flats. Wade out to prime feeding lies and tempt rising trout with your favorite dry fly.
For anglers who love to stand in the river, the Simpson offers shallow riffles and broad flats. Wade out to prime feeding lies and tempt rising trout with your favorite dry fly.
Key Features
Easy drift boat access to remote water
Ideal for both dry fly and nymph tactics
Consistent trout activity from spring through late summer
Scenic floats under Patagonian skies
Beginner friendly wade zones with firm footing
Mañihuales River:
A Fly Fishing Paradise
A Glacial Waters and Untamed Rapids
Born where the Picaflor meets the Ñirehuao, the Mañihuales flows 62 km southwest before joining the Simpson. Its varied structure—deep pools, log strewed runs, and roaring rapids—delivers epic dry fly and streamer action.
Born where the Picaflor meets the Ñirehuao, the Mañihuales flows 62 km southwest before joining the Simpson. Its varied structure—deep pools, log strewed runs, and roaring rapids—delivers epic dry fly and streamer action.
A Renowned Destination for Fly Fishing
From sweeping white water channels to serene side braids, Mañihuales challenges and rewards anglers at every level. Chase brown and rainbow trout among sculpted banks, or switch to nymphs for a tactical approach.
From sweeping white water channels to serene side braids, Mañihuales challenges and rewards anglers at every level. Chase brown and rainbow trout among sculpted banks, or switch to nymphs for a tactical approach.
Key Features
62 km of diverse fishing habitats
Spectacular rapids ideal for streamers
Deep, log filled pools perfect for dries
Annual Chinook salmon stocking
Panoramic mountain and valley vistas
Ñirehuao River:
Precision Wading at Its Best
Intimate Channels and Technical Casting
Originating high in the Andes, the Ñirehuao winds over 130 km of rolling steppe before joining the Mañihuales. Limited road access keeps its banks wild and its fishing reserved for the focused angler.
Originating high in the Andes, the Ñirehuao winds over 130 km of rolling steppe before joining the Mañihuales. Limited road access keeps its banks wild and its fishing reserved for the focused angler.
A Fly Fishing Oasis
Here, accuracy reigns. Short casts around submerged logs and precise indicator presentations in meandering runs reward those who master the “short cast” game.
Here, accuracy reigns. Short casts around submerged logs and precise indicator presentations in meandering runs reward those who master the “short cast” game.
Key Features
Narrow, technical wading runs
Prime water for dry dropper rigs and small nymphs
Wild brown trout averaging 1–3 lbs
Solitude in an undisturbed Patagonian setting
Ideal for honing precision and presentation
Emperador Guillermo River:
Refined Wading and Fast Action
Accessible Wild Trout Waters
A tributary of the Ñirehuao basin, the Emperador Guillermo delivers clear, wading friendly flows through mixed forests and open meadows. Its pools and riffles teem with eager trout.
A tributary of the Ñirehuao basin, the Emperador Guillermo delivers clear, wading friendly flows through mixed forests and open meadows. Its pools and riffles teem with eager trout.
The Technical Angler’s Choice
Light rods (#3–4) and delicate dry flies or nymphs shine here. Consistent daily catches make it ideal for those wanting high volume fishing without the heavy logistics.
Light rods (#3–4) and delicate dry flies or nymphs shine here. Consistent daily catches make it ideal for those wanting high volume fishing without the heavy logistics.
Key Features
Easy riverbank access for wading
High catch rates—perfect for intensive learning
Suitably sized runs for small dries and split shot nymphs
Scenic, mixed wood landscapes
Great introduction for new anglers to technical tactics