Fishing Rio Gallegos Penitente Argentina El Rincon Lodge
We are proud to introduce and be the exclusive UK agent for El Rincon Lodge on the Rios Gallegos and Penitente in the Santa Cruz Province of Argentina.
El Rincon provides fantastic value for money whilst also offering amazing flexibility in terms of both length of stay and what you target. At El Rincon you have the best of both worlds; sea trout fishing on the revered Gallegos river and then amazing brown trout sport on the lesser known but highly productive Penitente river – a sizeable tributary of the Gallegos.
El Rincon is worth visiting for a full stay to Argentina in its own right. However, it also offers a fantastic combination option with the likes of Estancia Laguna Verde on Jurassic Lake and also many other lodges across Argentina that offer flexible length of stay. Combining two or three lodges is easily achieved and ultimately gives you a wider Argentine experience, which is important given the strength and diversity this great country has to offer.
THE FISHING
The fishing at El Rincon is for both sea trout (primarily on the Rio Gallegos), which often reach weights of up to 20 lbs, and also for resident brown trout (primarily on the Rio Penitente) averaging 3 to 4 lbs but specimens of over 10 lbs are caught each season. You really do get the best of both worlds at El Rincon.
The Rio Gallegos
The privately owned double bank section of the Rio Gallegos is a short drive from the lodge. This 20 kilometre section has many holding pools that the sea trout inhabit during their migration. Brown trout are also present but efforts are usually concentrated on the sea trout.
Rods can be either single or double hand, depending on personal preference, but a double hander / switch rod around #8 is recommended.
The Rio Penitente
The 35 kilometres of the Rio Penitente owned by El Rincon is just a short distance from the lodge (the home pool is just 150 metres or so from the lodge!) so guests have the opportunity to pick up a rod and walk to the river to try a few casts at any point during their stay. 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 here as do more traditional nymphs. Dry flies can be used effectively in settled and lower water conditions, with streamer patterns often used in high water or in the numerous deep holes spread along the river system.
THE LODGE AND LOCATION
El Rincon is run and operated from Estancia Rincon De Los Morros, some two hours’ drive from the town of Rio Gallegos, which is easily reached as there are daily flights from Buenos Aires.
The lodge retains all the character and charm of its roots, with the construction material imported from England in 1902 and completed in 1906. It stands on the banks of the beautiful Penitente river with an uninterrupted vista over the surrounding countryside, together with the Andes as a panoramic backdrop. All of this can be enjoyed from the comfortable and expansive lounge area within the lodge. All guest bedrooms are based on single occupancy – unless couples wish to share. All meals and drinks (including alcoholic beverages) are included in the price.
El Rincon is located around two hours drive from the town of Rio Gallegos in the province of Santa Cruz in Argentina, which is some three hours flight time from Buenos Aires.
The Estancia covers some 57,000 acres and incorporated within its private boundaries runs a 20km stretch of the world renowned Rio Gallegos and a further 35kms of its major tributary, the Rio Penitente, a spectacular river in its own right.
This can be described as a true wilderness experience. However, the lodge is very comfortable and retains all its original features and historic charm.
With the river just some 150 metres from the house, guests have spectacular views of the surrounding landscape together with the Andes as a panoramic backdrop.
COST
The cost of a seven night, six day stay is US$4,300. This cost includes your fishing licence, a single room as standard, transfers to/from the airport at Gallegos and also all inclusive at the lodge.
Fishing Rio Gallegos Penitente Argentina El Rincon Lodge
CONTACT AND MORE INFORMATION
For more information or to check on availability please do make contact as we’d be happy to assist. Please contact Steffan Jones or call our office on +44(0)1980 847389.