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Tierra del Fuego

Technical river fishing for sea-run brown trout on the Menéndez River, at the southern end of Argentine Patagonia.

Wuijoor Lodge sits on the lands of Estancia Laura, about 60 km southwest of Río Grande, in a remodeled ranch house from the 1930s. The fishing is technical and built on observation and timing: the Menéndez River is clear and green-toned, with very short, deep pools where trout pause, so short sinking lines and careful presentation are the norm. Resident and migratory trout share the water, which allows everything from streamers on sinking lines to Spanish or European nymphing. It is a more focused experience than the classic multi-water Patagonia programs.

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At a glance

Where
Estancia Laura, northwest Tierra del Fuego, about 60 km southwest of Río Grande
River
Menéndez River, plus a few treeless steppe streams
Species
Sea-run brown trout up to 12 kg, resident brown and rainbow trout up to 2 kg
Season
Sea-run brown trout from the fourth week of February to April 15
Program
7 nights, 6 full fishing days
Lodge
Wuijoor Lodge, up to 6 anglers in double suites with private bathroom
Getting there
Transfer from Río Grande airport, about 1 hour 15 minutes on a gravel road
Included
  • Transfers to and from Río Grande airport
  • Fishing license
  • Accommodation
  • Food and drinks
  • Guides with 4×4 vehicles
Not included
  • Flights
  • Gratuities
A day at the lodge
  • Breakfast at 7:00 and out to the river at about 7:30
  • Lunch at the lodge at 1:00, then a rest
  • Back on the river from 4:00 until 9:00 or 9:30, depending on the sunset
  • Dinner and good company back at the lodge
Tackle
  • 6 or 8 weight rods, or a Switch rod
  • Long casts are not needed
  • One-handed rods with Spey techniques or Spey lines are one of the best options
Weather
  • Variable, with all four seasons possible in one day
  • Usually windy, though the mountains shelter the area from the western winds
  • February is dry; rain and cooler temperatures arrive in March and April, raising the river
The lodge
  • Premium double suites with private bathroom and views over the estancia valley
  • Continental or American breakfast
  • Chef-prepared dinners with selected Argentine wines, including lamb asado over the fire
Best suited for
  • Anglers who enjoy technical river fishing
  • Migratory trout
  • A destination with a strong sense of place

Full details and prices for each trip are sent after your first contact.

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