For large sea trout Argentina is a standout destination, and the Rio Grande and Rio Gallegos have the largest sea trout runs in the world, both for the size of fish and the number. Travelling to Argentina takes a little time and effort and many see it as an expensive trip, but giving yourself the chance to target the sea trout of a lifetime does not have to cost the earth so we have detailed three of our favourite good value options below.
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Please contact Olly Thompson or phone 01980 847 389 for more information.
EL Rincon Lodge
If the idea of being able to catch both sea trout on the Rio Gallegos then huge resident brown trout on the lesser known Rio Penitente from one lodge appeals, then El Rincon is the one for you. It represents fantastic value for money and has great variety in the 30 kms of private and exclusive fishing it has access to.
The Rio Gallegos
The privately owned 20km double bank section of the Rio Gallegos is a short drive from the lodge. Many classic looking pools are found along this length, each holding good numbers of migrating sea trout. Brown trout are also present but efforts are usually concentrated on the sea trout.
The Rio Penitente
The 35 kilometres of the Rio Penitente owned by El Rincon is just a short distance from the lodge. As such, guests have the opportunity to pick up a rod and walk the few steps across the garden to try a few casts during their stay and at their leisure. At its normal level the Penitente is best fished with a single handed rod or a light switch rod.
The Penitente clears and returns to its normal height quickly after a spate. In normal conditions most of the Argentinian sea trout style rubber leg patterns work well as do more traditional nymphs. Dry flies can be used effectively in settled and lower water conditions, with streamer patterns often preferred in high water or in the numerous deep holes spread along river system.
El Rincon 2026 Availability
10 – 17 January – 6 rods
17 – 24 January – 2 rods
24 – 31 January -2 rods
7 – 14 February – 2 rods
4 – 21 February – 3 rods
2026 Cost: US$5,500, single room
Excludes international or domestic flights, hotels in Buenos Aires or fishing licences which cost: US$150 and transfers to the lodge.
Bella Sofia Lodge
Bella Sofia is located on southern Argentina’s renowned Rio Gallegos one Argentina’s premier sea-trout rivers and also a truly remarkable resident brown trout fishery. In addition to 50 premier sea-trout pools, Bella Sophia has private access to 22KM of the Rio Chico, a small meandering meadow spring creek packed with surface oriented brown trout in the two pound to six pound range. While many visiting anglers focus solely on the sea-trout, this is one of the best destinations anywhere to combine anadromous pursuits with superb resident trout fishing. To not spend a few sessions on the Chico, is a shame, as this unpressured trophy spring creek is one of the most prolific trout fisheries we have experienced. The lodge caters to six guests per week in a bright, clean, classy environment and has excellent accommodations, meals, Argentine wines, and skilled bilingual guides well versed in Spey and single-hand fishing.
2026 Cost: US$7,580, single room
10 – 17 January – 4 rods
17 – 24 January – 4 rods
7 – 14 February – 3 rods
14 – 21 February – 4 rods
February 28 – 7 March – 6 rods
14 – 21 March – 4 rods
Excludes International and domestic flights, hotels in Buenos Aires, fishing licence, gratuities
Estancia San Jose
Having served as a private residence in recent years, Estancia San Jose on the Rio Grande is now available to anglers wishing to fish some of the most productive waters on the middle reaches of this superb river.
Unlike most other lodges along the river that rotate fishing between left and right banks, San Jose offers uninterrupted access to 12 miles of the Rio Grande. A well-maintained road network runs along the river, allowing anglers good access to notable pools, with drive times from the lodge in the range of 15 to 30 minutes. The riverbed is primarily fine gravel which makes wading relatively easy. The weekly programme is designed to accommodate four anglers in single occupancy rooms to ensure every angler fishes well-rested water daily, this is particularly beneficial during periods of low water levels. The river here offers interesting twists and turns and well-known pools that hold fish throughout the season. Much of the water remains largely untouched, making it ideal for anglers who enjoy exploration. The lodge’s long term guides know where to find the fish and well prepared anglers can expect an average of one to three fish per session during the course of a six-day fishing week.
2026 Cost: US$7,500, single room
February 15 – 22, 4 rods
March 1 – 8, 2 rods
March 8 – 15, 4 rods
Excludes International and domestic flights, hotels in Buenos Aires, fishing licences which cost US$330, transfers Rio Grande/lodge $90 each way, gratuities