River Camps
The ultimate wilderness fishing experience. Remote rivers, comfortable camps, and some of Patagonia's most untouched trout water.
THE EXPERIENCE
Where the river is your home
A 2-hour drive from Bariloche Airport opens a completely different world. Our River Camps immerse you in Patagonia’s backcountry — floating the legendary Río Collón Curá by day, returning to a thoughtfully equipped basecamp by night. No roads. No crowds. Just miles of wild water and the kind of silence only Patagonia can offer.
- 2 hrs from Bariloche Airport
- Rio Collón Curá Iconic Patagonian trout river
- Full Camp Hot showers, gourmet meals & open bar
- NRS Rafts Fully rigged drift boats
CAMP LIFE
Comfort in the wilderness
On the Water
Full days drifting the Collón Curá on NRS self-bailing rafts, covering big water and targeting structure, seams, and bank lines with your guide.
The Camp
Spacious tents with cozy bedding and hot showers. A dedicated crew sets up everything so you arrive to a ready camp after a day on the river.
Food & Bar
Gourmet meals cooked fresh each day, paired with Argentine wine. A fully stocked bar ensures the perfect end to every evening.
BEST TIME TO VISIT
December Through March
Each phase of the season on the Collón Curá brings distinct hatches, techniques, and opportunities. Plan your visit around what you want to experience on the water.
EARLY SEASON
December – January
High Water & Streamers
TECHNIQUES
- Streamers
- Green worms
- Dry flies
High water levels and aggressive fish. Weighted streamers dominate, with dry fly opportunities emerging as temperatures rise.
★ PEAK
January – February
Hatches & Terrestrials
TECHNIQUES
- Mayfly imitations
- Caddis
- Terrestrials
Consistent mayfly and caddis hatches in the morning and evening. Hoppers and terrestrials take over as summer warms the days.
LATE SEASON
February – March
Evening Rises & Attractors
TECHNIQUES
- Large attractors
- Rubber legs
- Evening fishing
Cooling water activates fish at dawn and dusk. Big attractor dries and an unforgettable evening rise define the final weeks of the season.
What to expect
Watercraft
NRS self-bailing rafts for two anglers and a guide. You'll drift and cast all day targeting structure, seams, and bank lines through Patagonia's most iconic trout water.
Rods & Reels
5–7 wt most versatile. A 4 wt for smaller walk-in waters. Bring both floating and a 24–30 ft sink tip. Smooth drags with plenty of backing.
Flies
Mayfly and caddis imitations #14–18, green worms in Dec–Jan, large attractors and terrestrials in summer. Woolly Buggers and Matukas for streamers.
Leaders & Tippet
Streamers: 7.5–9 ft, 2x–3x. Dry flies: 9–11 ft, 3x–5x. Tippet #2–5. Your guides will provide everything you need on the water.
Watercraft & Access
Our float trips are all about covering big water in search of big fish. We use NRS self-bailing rafts, fully equipped with frames and seats, offering a comfortable and efficient ride for two anglers and a guide.
You'll spend the day floating and casting from the raft, targeting structure, seams, and bank lines as your guide rows you through some of Patagonia's most iconic trout water.
While the focus is on drift fishing, there are also opportunities to get out and wade productive runs and gravel bars when conditions allow.
Tackle — Rods & Reels
We recommend 5 to 7-weight rods as the most versatile options. The river can be quite large in certain stretches where you'll need to cast heavy streamers and nymphs. A 4 wt is ideal for smaller walk-in waters where fish rarely exceed 20 inches.
Recommended lines: Orvis Depth Charge 250 or Rio InTouch 27 ft. Orvis's BankShot floating lines are excellent for casting large dries. The river offers very fast shallow riffles to deep pools — a combination of lines is always advisable.
Pro tip: We've seen too many fish lost in the weeds — a stronger 6 wt will help you land more. If you've never used sinking lines, practice casting before you arrive. They behave quite differently from floating lines.
Flies
The Collón Cura River requires different techniques depending on the time of year. Dry flies: mayfly imitations and caddis in sizes #14–18. In December–January, green worms are particularly effective. Summer brings large attractors and terrestrials due to grasshoppers.
For nymphs, classic patterns like Pheasant Tail, Prince, and Hare's Ear in sizes #14–18. For streamers, minnow and crustacean imitations are significant — Woolly Buggers, Matukas, Bugtails, and Rabbits in sizes #4–8.
Leaders & Tippet
For streamers, leaders ranging from 7.5 to 9 feet (2x–3x). For dry flies, leaders between 9 and 11 feet (3x–5x). Tippets in sizes #2 to #5 are highly recommended.
Rest assured — our guides will provide everything you need for an extraordinary fishing experience. When in doubt, ask your guide to check your setup before you start casting.
Combine our three
signature programs
In all of our operations you will be provided with exceptional Rio Manso service. Our commitment to human values and the high-quality experience ensures that every visit is memorable and fulfilling.