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Across the border from Esquel in Argentina, and deep into the forests of the tenth region of Chile, flow the azure depths of the Futaleufu.

A world away from the hustle and bustle that even sleepy Esquel represent, the ‘Big River’ (for this is how Futaleufu translates from the tehuelche tongue) rolls along, amid some of the most unspoilt mountain scenery on the planet.

Fishing

South of the Chilean lake district, Futaleufu is a stand alone fishery. The river grows healthy stocks of rainbow and brown trout that are fed by abundant hatches of mayfly, caddis and stoneflies. A heavy resident stock of fish and great hatches combined with classic fly water make the Futaleufu a trout fisherman´s paradise.

Average rainbows and browns are in the 14 to 16 inch class but much larger fish are caught regularly. There is even the occasional sea-run fish, guaranteed to put a bend in your rod! In truth though, whilst the chance of a big fish is a daily occurrence, it is hard to be totally focused on the fishing in a place this special.

Food and Lodging

The lodge’s inaccessibility through the Valle de las Escalas makes this part of the river unique. Lazy horseback trails wind down to the river’s edge and there is a riot of lupins and other wild flowers. No engines pollute the river here chemically or audibly.

Why we rate it

A triumph of seclusion for you and your fishing rod.

Price

Land packages are from $4,550 for a 7-night stay.