Patagonia, Argentina • South America

Estancia Arroyo Verde is not a lodge, but a traditional Argentine ranch belonging to Maurice and Meme La Riviere. Former guests include Dwight Eisenhower, Joe Brooks, Ernest Schweibert, Mel Krieger, and other Argentine angling pioneers.

The hacienda is charming and deluxe, surrounded by vegetable and flower gardens, stables, and ponds. The Estancia borders twelve miles of the magnificent Traful River (read Schweibert's "Remembrances of Rivers Past" the chapter called (River of Spirits). It is home to huge and numerous Brown and Rainbow Trout, and the occasional Atlantic salmon. Large Rainbows are often seen sipping dry flies under the willows.

The opposite bank of the river is seldom fished. The Ted Turner family, ardent flyfishermen, owns what was once the other half of the ranch. It is self-regulated, like Arroyo Verde, and both ranches allow only catch-and-release angling.

A recent Forbes Magazine article described Arroyo Verde "the best fishing lodge in the world! Period."

But as fine as the accommodations are, this is an experience that centers around, and focuses on the tremendous trout fishing in the clear, deep runs of what most experienced flyfishermen agree is one of the finest rivers on Earth.

Trophies are not uncommon on the Traful, and expert nymph fishermen find it to be an angling paradise. Unlike many of the easily waded, prolific fisheries of Argentina, Arroyo Verde is tailored to the flyfisherman that predicates his trip on trophies, not numbers of fish.

Sight casting to large rising rainbows occupies much of the day, and streamer fishing for carnivorous Browns is very effective in the failing light. Meals are served late in the evening at Arroyo Verde, in the Argentine summer fashion and well after the fishing day is done. Dinner is accompanied by fine wines, delicious desserts, and a sense of genuine hospitality that leaves most guests planning their return before their departure. Each visit is highlighted by a lakeside asado (traditional Argentine barbecue) on the last afternoon of the visit. Non-anglers often enjoy morning rides on the ranch with hostess Meme la Riviere.

The Estancia accommodates only 10 guests, and does it in style. Rooms are well appointed, and usually have private baths.

Species of Fish
Trophy Brown Trout. Rainbow Trout and Landlocked Salmon.

Lodging
Spacious double occupancy rooms, each with a private bath. A private lakeside cabin is available upon request.

Travel Arrangements
You will be transported to the lodge after your arrival to San Carlos de Bariloche.

Length of Stay
This will vary, as there are no set arrival and departure days.

Season
December through March

Occupancy
Estancia Arroyo Verde is limited to 10 guests.

Rates
Please call (800) 669-3474

Inclusions
The rate includes: All local transportation to and from fishing areas & Estancia, meals with beer and wine, fishing license, shared accommodations at the ranch or in a separate cabin overlooking the lake, daily guided fishing based on two anglers sharing a guide.

Non-Inclusions
The rate does not include: Personal gear, rods, reels, gratuities, and hard liquor.

Deposit
A 50 percent deposit is due to secure a reservation.

Booking Your Trip
Booking Your Trip: Reserving your spot at any of our wonderful locations is easily done. You can call us on our dime at: 800-669-3474 or by sending us an email at: info@flyfishingtravel.com.