Jan 2024 - Giant Sea-run Browns Hosted Trip

The Rio Grande, on the island of Tierra Del Fuego (The Land of Fire) in the deep south of Argentina, stands alone as the finest sea run brown trout fishery on earth. If you are going to travel to the ends of the earth then you really want to be fishing the best water and staying in the best lodges available. That is why we book the Nervous Waters lodges, they have the pick of the fishing and absolutely set the standard for service and luxury in this part of the world.

TRIP OVERVIEW

Kau Tapen was the first fishing lodge on the Río Grande, opening its doors in 1984. Its name means “House of Fishing” in the Ona Language and here, in the heart of the Río Grande watershed, live the best pools on the river.

If the walls of the magnificent lodge could talk, they would tell story after story of battles with huge trout over thirty-plus years. Kau Tapen Lodge embodies the fly fishing experience and to hundreds of anglers it is their fishing home. On the river, short walks and shallow wading are the norm. Single or two handed rods are both effective. Skate a bomber over a resting lie, or float a nymph next to a cut back for Sea- Run Trout you’ve only see in your dreams.

Hosted Trip Dates

January 6th – January 13th 2024

Meet Your Host

Nick Reygaert is the founder of Gin-Clear Travel. He has carved out a career as a celebrated fly fishing film maker for the last 15 years during which time he has travelled extensively in pursuit of the world's best fly fishing. Nick has been travelling to South America since he first filmed Trout Bum Diaries - Patagonia in 2002! It was during that trip that he first got a taste for the giant sea-run brown trout of Southern Patagonia. While he fished the Rio Gallegos extensively during that trip it was the Rio Grande and its huge runs of ridiculously large trout that beckoned him back. Returning a few years later to the famous Kau Tapen Lodge, he was amazed at the quality of the fishery and lodge. It is a natural fit for our hosted travel program which promises our clients the very best lodges from the world's foremost fisheries.

Itinarary

Day 0 : (Jan 5th) Fly to Buenos Aires, group gathers at airport and transfers to hotel for overnight stay.

Day 1 : (Jan 6th) Transfer as a group to domestic airport, fly to Rio Grande, transfer by car to lodge (1 hour)

Day 2 - Day 7 : (Jan 7th - Jan 12th) Full days guided fishing and accommodation at lodge with full board.

Day 8 : (Jan 13th) Fly to Buenos Aires, catch connecting flight back home

“Catching eight trout in one day and half of them between 18 and 22 lbs, words cannot describe, I have nearly 5 decades of well-travelled fly fishing under my belt, nothing compares. I am going back.”

— David Bennett, Adelaide, Australia

ACCOMMODATIONS

LODGING DETAILS: Built in 1984, Kau Tapen Lodge was designed to offer rods maximum comfort during their fishing trips, as well as easy access to the best pools on the world famous Rio Grande. It accommodates up to 10 guests (and occasionally 12) in en-suite single rooms to ensure privacy and comfort. The lodge has Ten en suite single rooms; some offer a king bed, while some have one queen, and others are furnished with two doubles.

FOOD & BEVERAGE: The lodges kitchens come to life through the use of fresh and regionally representative meats and produce. By combining these elements, we create delicious flavors and varied textures that harbor hidden stories and package traditions on each plate. A top-notch team of experienced national and international chefs, trained in both classic and avant-garde culinary techniques, execute our food. With an artisan’s touch, chefs prepare every dish by scratch to be served at a minute’s notice.

In addition, our inspired lunch and dinner menus are paired with some of Argentina’s—and the world’s—best wines; Bodega Catena Zapata. In addition to our focus on fresh food with organic origins, we also celebrate our Argentine heritage with a wine partnership that brings truly world class wines to our lodges. We feel that the food we present and the wines we serve should mirror the sporting opportunities we offer—and be the very best available. While our vast country offers many options for traditional activities such as riding, hunting, eating good meats, and drinking good wines, we have chosen to blend fine food and outdoor activity at an even higher level. We feel our offerings from Bodega Catena Zapata blend perfectly into our harmonious niche in the sporting environment. These are truly great wines that compete on the world stage and in addition to enjoying your sporting holiday and our excellent menus, we also hope you will also take note of our wines. They hold a special place in our culture and we are proud to serve them to you. And don’t forget to save room for dessert. From homemade ice creams to classic sweets and pastries, we have you covered.