TIERRA DEL FUEGO LODGE SLIDE SHOW
As the first to bring Alaskan-style pilot guiding to the Andes (Heart of the Andes Lodge), Mark Kniprath is unquestionably one of the deans of modern angling exploration in Chile. Mark has always had the goal of making his home waters vastly exceed that of other South American operations. This goal is again quite evident in his latest project “Tierra del Fuego Lodge”. The lodge is located 40 minutes from the well known upper Rio Grande. Unlike the lower reaches of this great river the Chilean section of the river is relatively small and protected and typically fished with floating lines. Other lodges that have operated in this area have been content basing their operation on this river alone, taking the good with the bad when in came to high and low water as well as sea run returns. This would not due for Mark. The Rio Grande is just one part of the new operation. Anglers will also fish a number of its tributaries as well two small rivers spotted with a maze of beaver ponds located 10 to 20 minutes from the lodge. These rivers hold good populations of browns that average 18”. Add to this multi day trips (overnighting in a local cabin) to Fagnano Lake and Zopardo River with their population of big brookies, rainbows, browns, and even sea run browns and you have a complete program to satisfy even the most adventurous angler.
Tierra del Fuego Lodge Accommodations and Meals:
Tierra del Fuego Lodge has three separate cabins each with a private bath. Each cabin has one big bedroom with 2 queen size beds, private bathroom, and living room area with a woodstove. The lodge’s chef serves a blend of local Chilean dishes mixed with a few American dishes to enjoy.
Tierra del Fuego Lodge Climate:
Temperatures range from the 40’s in the morning to over 80 in the afternoon. Bring warm clothing that can be layered.
Tierra del Fuego Lodge Travel:
To get to Tierra del Fuego Lodge, anglers must arrive into Punta Arenas, Chile the day before your arrival day to the lodge. Anglers will need to overnight in Punta Arenas in order to catch the early morning flight out to the lodge. We recommend staying at the Diego De Almagro Hotel in Punta Arenas. This hotel is not included in the package however please let us know if you need any assistance.
Many anglers also choose to also spend a day in historical Santiago enjoying the culture, restaurants, shopping options, and wine touring. Lan Chile and Sky Airlines both serve all domestic flights in Chile including your Santiago/Punta Arenas/Santiago leg.
On your arrival day to the lodge you will take an early morning charter flight out to the lodge.
Moncho, the lodge’s transfer agent will arrange for your pick up at the hotel on your arrival day to the lodge. You will take the flight from Punta Arenas to Pampa Guanaco (50 minute flight).
Please send Fly Water Travel your passport number, name as it is on your passport, and your flight arrival and departure information in and out of Punta Arenas.
On your departure day, expect to arrive into Punta Arenas by NOON. Please allow a few hours before arranging your flight back home. We will coordinate your Punta Arenas ground and air transfers prior to your trip. These ground transfers in Punta Arenas are NOT included in the package so please be prepared to pay Moncho about $30 US roundtrip to and from the airport and hotel during your stay in Punta Arenas. Both US dollars or Chilean Pesos accepted.
Tierra del Fuego Lodge Documentation:
You will need a valid passport to enter Chile! Please make sure your passport is valid for six months after the last day of your trip. Please note that Chile charges a one-time entrance fee of $100 US good for the life of your passport before you clear customs. Please be prepared to pay this in cash, however they have started taking Mastercard and Visa in the airport.
Tierra del Fuego Season:
December – April
Tierra del Fuego Fish Species:
Browns, brookies, rainbows, and sea-run browns
Tierra del Fuego Lodge Capacity:
6 anglers
Tierra del Fuego Lodge 2009 Rates:
$4500 per week / per person.
Included:
Six days of guided fishing, transportation between Punta Arenas and the lodge, all meals, guides, boats, equipment, kayaking, fishing tackle, flies. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage service is provided compliments of your host.
Not Included:
Flights to/from US to Punta Arenas, hotels in Santiago and Punta Arenas, fishing licenses, staff and guide gratuities, phone calls, terminal tackle.
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