Tsimane in Bolivia is for those who dream of venturing into the jungle to wander intimate rock covered streams filled with aggressive and hard fighting species. It has developed a reputation for being one of the finest jungle fisheries on the planet and the go-to place to fish for golden dorado. Although there are other destinations anglers can target large golden dorado, none are like Tsimane where it’s possible to target large golden dorado as though they were trout.
We are delighted to be able to offer the following special offer at Sécure Lodge over two weeks in October:
3rd to 10th October
10th to 17th October
US$6,000 + US$670 fees. Based on single accommodation with shared guiding. (Saving US$1,600).
Sécure Lodge holds a maximum of six anglers per week. The lodge provides access to the upper and middle sections of the Sécure River and the Maniquicito and Ashahana tributaries. This wide variety of water means that anglers cover fresh water each day, and the fishery does not become too pressured. One of the most significant draws to this area is the density of dorado and pacu.
Handmade wooden dugout canoes fitted with push poles and small engines are used to move around these shallow waters. Typically, two boatmen pole the craft up and downriver, and the engine is used for running in deeper sections. There are two seats in the canoes for guests and plenty of room for gear and equipment.
The Upper Sécure River and the Maniquicito and Ashahana tributaries differ in nature to the lower reaches closer to the main camp. Upriver the water becomes increasingly clear and the valleys more mountainous. These remote waters can only be accessed by overnight camping. But the reward for adventurous anglers is an abundance of species that rarely see a fly.
The middle sector of the Sécure River runs from Secure Lodge to Ushwea Village. This part of the Sécure is shallow and open. When it rains on the high plateau, tributaries fill the Sécure with sediment, and it becomes increasingly coloured downriver, and this can be excellent for dorado fishing. Logs, sunken trees and subsurface structure cover the banks in this part of the river. Casting to this kind of structure is challenging but exciting as there is always a chance to catch very large dorado.
If you would like further information on this special offer at Sécure Lodge or fishing in Bolivia in general please contact Charlotte Chilcott or Olly Thompson, or call the office on +44(0)1980 847 389