New edition of Field Notes
Internationally traveled fly fishermen are astounded and charmed by the rainforest canopy, riverfront jungle lodge, and ultimate clear water fly fishing experience when sight-fishing for Brazil’s fiercest fighting fish—the peacock bass. The Agua Boa is the sole fly-fishing-only river in Brazil designated as a single barbless hook fishery to preserve its resources for generations. In this shallow river featuring white sand bars and flats, marauding bass decimate presented flies. In the canopy, you may witness monkeys, macaws, jaguars, capybara, parrots, tortoises, and other rainforest sights daily.
You predominantly target three species of peacock bass—butterfly, spotted, and temensis. You also fish aruana, arapaima, payara, piranhas, and redtail catfish from the bow of flat bottom jet motor jungle skiffs along white sand river beaches, lagunas, and oxbow lakes.
Seven double-occupancy bungalows and a main lodge overlook a 50-ft swimming pool and the river. Bungalows offer two queen beds, air conditioning, refrigerator, and TV. The main lodge features an airy dining room, large TV/bar area, and game room. Delicious meals are typically served buffet-style.
Fast-action 7-to 9-wt. rods with tropical weight forward floating lines work well. Sturdy reels with ample backing and a steady drag are key. Corresponding sink-tip lines are also suggested. A complete gear list is provided with confirmation. Contact Frontiers for tackle and fly recommendations.
Saturday to Saturday lodge schedule.
Anglers must arrive in Manaus, Brazil at latest on Friday evening and plan to depart no later than Saturday late afternoon.
Limited non-fishing activities.
Medical evacuation insurance is required by the Agua Boa Amazon Lodge prior to anglers trip departure.
Fall 2025 7-night/6-day fishing package: $7,250 per person
Spring 2026 7-night/6-day fishing package: $8,450 per person
Single cabin/boat–upon request for surcharge, holiday rates available (Thanksgiving/Christmas)
Contact your Frontiers expert to learn about inclusions and exclusions
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Agua Boa Amazon Lodge is often regarded as one of the best fly-fishing destinations in the world. Here, you'll have a chance to site-cast to schools of prowling peacock bass, while also targeting numerous other exotic species that call the Agua Boa River home. If you've yet to experience the power of a peacock bass, and the thrill of catching it on a fly, this is now your ideal opportunity at some highly coveted prime season ...
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