Fly fishing on the Río Maullín, Puerto Montt
Enjoy a drive through Chile's Lake District, relax during a boat ride on the Río Maullín, and catch fish using fly fishing rods.
Best day of the trip for me with phenomenal trout fishing, beautiful serene setting, and abundant wildlife. The guide was especially skilled and helpful. Would recommend... Read more
Overview
Highlights
- Ride down the beautiful Río Maullín on a small boat
- Fish for Chilean species like brown trout, rainbow trout, and salmon
- Learn from the guides' personalized fishing instructions
- Have a picnic lunch and take in the beauty of Chile's Lake District
- Enjoy the convenience of hotel drop-off and pick-up in Puerto Montt
Know before you go
All ages
Private
Lunch Included
What you'll do
Once you arrive on the banks of the beautiful Río Maullín, you may board a small boat, which your guide(s) will likely steer for about 8 miles (13 km) while you take in the silent forests that line the riverbanks and the river, teaming with local wildlife and fauna. When you reach the prime fishing location, perhaps your guide will provide fishing instructions and educate you about using the gear. Although it's most common to use fly fishing rods, your guide might suggest using spinner rods depending on the water conditions.
Next, you may try to catch fish, including brown trout, rainbow trout, and Chilean salmon. Note that you cannot take the fish off the boat as the local laws only permit fishing on a catch-and-release basis. When you get hungry, you may take a break from fishing to enjoy a provided picnic lunch. After a few hours of fishing, your guide will return you to your hotel in Puerto Montt.
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The guide was especially skilled and helpful.
Would recommend highly to all those interested in one of the greatest fishing trips of their life.
I used a spinning rod and reel since I am not especially skilled at fly fishing. Read more
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