Uneasiness originated from numerous fronts as this journey approached, brand-new covid pressures (required an unfavorable to enter into Brazil) and disappointing fishing reports from late Nov-December due to high water. However it had actually remained in the preparation method to long and we were all simply crossing our fingers. In the back of my mind, I was simply believing we may get fortunate, high water does not last permanently … We had actually spoken with guides and among Untamed Fishing’s owners Rodrigo Selles at length, and he informed us flat out that fishing the Rio Marie was great when the river was dropping, group symptom occurred. Call it “Jungle Luck” “fish karma” “repay” (we ‘d had a difficult Golden Dorado journey in 2019) however we smashed them 2 weeks in a row!
Unfavorable tests in hand we made the long journey from the west coast of the United States to Manaus. A couple of flight interruptions and schedule modifications later on we boarded an aluminum skiff in San Garbiel Brazil for a 3.5 hour boat flight up the Rio Marie River to our house far from house for the next 2 weeks the “Untamed Amazon”
The function developed “mothership” is a wonderful live aboard lodging that hosts 12 anglers, personnel and guides weekly from Sept to January on the Rio Marie River. The boat has roomy state spaces, hot showers, excellent food, excellent a/c and runs with diesel generators and solar energy.
Fishing reports from late December had actually overall fish captured under 100 for 12 anglers and 6 days,our group of 12 went to nearly 900 fish 4 fish over 20lbs were landed tagged and launched, week two was comparable with a couple of less anglers however comparable outcomes. Fishing was sensational. Sometimes you needed to work however everybody captured good fish throughout the 2 weeks.
The most distinct element of this journey to me is the environment and privacy this fishing experience offers. As Untamed Angling states listed below, there is lots of water and because they are the only operator it’s all offered to the anglers aboard “Untamed Amazon”
The Rio Marie is completely situated inside a significant Native Area and around 500 miles northwest from Manaus, which is our operation’s base point and the most essential city in Brazilian Amazon.
The fishing operation uses a location of more than 2 million hectares. This unblemished environment has more than 800 kilometers of rivers, more than 180 recognized creeks, 60 lakes, and 3 significant tributaries. Lots of water to keep us hectic chasing after fish that hardly ever will see human beings and anglers.
Untamed Angling engages regional neighborhoods, concentrates on environment stewardship and deals with regional authorities to secure the amazing resources within the Amazon Basin. Presently Untamed has actually tagged over 3000 Peacock Bass on the RIO MARIE river and had more than 65 recaptures. The research study is continuous however it’s going to remarkable to learn more about the population of this river, the fish motion and success of the catch and release program and securities Untamed has actually given the area.
We used 3 fundamental strategies to use our arms out on this journey. 8wt with a floating jungle line and a popper, 9 or 10wt with a clear intermediate jungle taper and a 9 or 10wt with acustom jungle fast sinker Poppers were 2/0 -8/ 0, banners on the sinking lines differed from clousers to cruisers to advertisement hok developments publish fishing with a range of craft fur, polar fiber brushes and Farrar fibers. We did actually well with chartreuse and white and red and white however a wide variety of olive, green, orange combinations worked also. The secret to the banners success was a sharp 3/0 hook, Ahrex 270 and TMC 600 SP hooks were definitely a cut above the rest. Casting blind in creek mouths, and deep structured locations prevailed. Covering lagoon mouths, banks, islands and sight fishing beaches was a blast, all locations produced to some degree. These fish are exceptionally strong no matter size and 60lbs fluoro tippet is utilized solely. When a beast peacock opts for the sunken trees you should hold them, or you will lose the fish. You are casting throughout the day, 2 anglers one front and one back of the roomy Untamed “aluminum flats” skiffs. It’s hot, the rods are 8-10wts, the flies are huge, it can feel intense in the 30 degree Celsius heat. You down water throughout the day and it’s still inadequate. A big arbor reel is vital. When you have the Peacock of a life time on and the skiff is attempting to escape the bank getting line is essential. The majority of the time you simply strip set and keep removing, however when you do get to the reel you require it to be strong. Premium rods are essential, you are hucking huge things throughout the day and a light saltwater action worked best. Scott Sector, Loomis NRX + were favorites, Echo Glass and NRX+ Swimfly for poppers were excellent.
A number of vital thing in regards to take on; we broke, broke, or mistreated to the point of failure 5 fly lines. When you go on this journey you require back up fly lines for the sinking designs at minimum. Fishing into the trees with 60lbs straight leader implies you stretch and pull your fly line all day. You make a million casts and 5 million strips so you provide your fly lines 5 years of operate in a week. Bring extra fly lines! While we are on the subject of lines and removing … safeguarding your hands from sun and line cuts is likewise vital, sun gloves plus stripping guards are vital.
While the piece de resistance are the beast peacocks in the Rio Marie River system there are other types. Wolf Fish, Piranha, Pet Dog Fish, Jucunda, Payara, Catfish all remain in the very same zones targeted throughout the day and we captured them all. Differed jungle fish types, birds, and reptile types were all extremely cool. Toucan’s, Kingfishers, Green Parrots, Jungle Pigeons, Macaws, Woodpeckers and Turkeys were spotted. Crocodile Tegu’s, Cayman, Green Whiptails, and unidentifiable snakes consisted of.
7am breakfast and 8am -5:30 pm fishing was the day-to-day program. Meals were exceptional, chef Leandro Ettomi has actually been with Untamed for 7 years and the man is just remarkable. Emphasizes consisted of Arapaima curry stew, Butterfly peacock bass, and Tambaqui. All excellent.
The whole Untamed staff got along and prepared to aid with anything you required. Bartender/server Sousa was great with keeping visitors Caipirinha’s complete throughout mixed drink hour and the self-serve bar was constantly complete.
I can not advise this journey enough, Rodrigo and his group at Untamed Angling have it called in. Guides were exceptional. Every day we set out with an English-speaking guide and a native guide who understood every shape of the river. The enjoyable aspect of fishing for peacocks with a skilled boatman and guide is they constantly have you casting and fishing to most likely zones. Each cast has the possibility of hooking a huge peacock bass. You require to remain concentrated and prepared each cast, throughout the day. If you are fortunate adequate to show up with low water you will get the possibility to sight fish the stunning “tanic red” sand beaches for the most significant peacock bass on the planet!
We have dates offered for RIO MARIE 2022-2023 season. To schedule this journey send me an e-mail at caddisflyshop@gmail.com.
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