We are delighted to share the Bolivia 2025 season fishing reports from the Tsimane Bolivian jungle lodges Sécure, Pluma (including heli-fishing) and Agua Negra. These three superb, remote lodges offer exciting fishing in the Bolivian Amazon rainforest for dorado, pacú and yatornana. Keep checking back to this page for all the latest updates from the guides on the river.
Pluma Lodge – Heli-fishing, 2025 season fishing reports, June 21-28
We had the pleasure of hosting 14 guests from the United States this week at Pluma Lodge. It turned out to be a fantastic week of fishing, with a strong presence of dorado and plenty of pacu.
The sábalo migration is still going strong, and a few days of light rain helped bring even more baitfish into the system — which in turn attracted impressive numbers of juvenile dorado.
Surface action was the highlight of the week. Many fish were landed on mouse patterns, dry flies, and foam bugs. With active feeding, rising water, and hungry fish, the conditions came together to deliver an unforgettable fishing experience.
Pluma Lodge – Heli-fishing, 2025 season fishing reports, June 14-21
This past week brought excellent fishing conditions, with just a touch of rain to keep the jungle fresh. A strong migration of sábalo (South American shad) arrived in force, triggering aggressive feeding behaviour from the dorado.
We hosted four anglers from the United States who enjoyed nonstop action on the water. The dorado bite was consistent, energetic, and delivered plenty of unforgettable moments.
All in all, it was a fantastic week at Pluma — great weather, active fish, and the kind of jungle experience that keeps anglers coming back for more.
Pluma Lodge – Heli-fishing, 2025 season fishing reports, June 8-14
The heli-fishing season launched on Sunday and delivered an unforgettable seven-day jungle adventure for guests from Finland and the United States.
Venturing into the remote, crystal-clear waters of the Pluma and Itirizama Rivers, anglers encountered aggressive pacú and hard-hitting golden dorado. The rivers are in prime condition — clean, vibrant, and perfect for sight fishing and explosive strikes.
Once again, the helicopter-supported programme proved invaluable, providing exclusive access to untouched stretches of river deep within the Bolivian Amazon. Every hookup brought unforgettable moments — strong takes, aerial acrobatics, and jungle memories to last a lifetime.
A truly epic beginning to another wild season at Pluma Lodge!
Agua Negra Lodge – 2025 season fishing reports, June 27-July 04
The fourth week of the season brought excellent fishing, even though it turned out to be one of the coldest weeks we can remember. We had the pleasure of hosting four experienced anglers from Costa Rica, Scotland, and the United States.
Fishing remained solid throughout the week, with a mix of high-energy days and quieter ones due to a strong southern cold front that brought some rain and very low temperatures. Still, the quality of the fishing prevailed.
We managed to set up two camps on the Agua Negra, where we had great shots at dorados and landed some impressive pacu.
The Sécure River and Chimoro were the top performers, especially when targeting structures and riffles near the confluences.
Most of the big fish were caught in the lower Sécure, right at the junctions where the clear tributaries flow into the main river—classic spots that delivered once again.
Agua Negra Lodge – 2025 season fishing reports, June 20-27
The week started off in spectacular fashion, with thousands of sábalo migrating through every stretch of river — and dorado of all sizes making the most of the feast!
The first half of the week brought favourable weather. Thanks to the rains from the week before, the river levels remained high, and the fishing was excellent across the board.
Although the forecast didn’t allow us to run campouts as planned, the lower sections of the Agua Negra and Chimoro rivers still produced great action and solid catches.
Toward the end of the week, a southern front moved in, bringing colder temperatures and dropping river levels. Conditions got a bit tougher, but we still managed a good number of hookups — including some truly beautiful dorado.
Agua Negra Lodge – 2025 season fishing reports, June 13-20
The second week of the season brought an impressive migration of mojarras and sábalo that lasted several days. Thanks to favourable rains and solid water levels, thousands of baitfish flooded the riverbanks, drawing in hungry dorado and making for an incredible week of fishing.
While the weather was a bit unstable, early rains had little impact on the rivers. It wasn’t until the final day that heavier rain caused some cloudiness and limited visibility. Still, the bulk of the week offered excellent conditions and plenty of hookups.
Most of the action came from the upper Agua Negra and the Chimoro River, but we also had productive fishing in the main Sécure River during periods of clearer water — with exciting feeding frenzies and strong dorado takes.
Agua Negra Lodge – 2025 season fishing reports, June 7-13
The 2025 season kicked off with plenty of action, especially from small to mid-sized dorado across all our rivers. This kind of widespread activity hasn’t been seen in years — likely a result of the dry seasons we’ve experienced recently.
With rainfall returning to normal, the dorado migration seems to be back on track. Although midweek showers brought a brief drop in temperature, the rivers remained clear and fishable throughout all of our beats.
The week’s largest dorado and pacú were both landed in the Upper Agua Negra — a fantastic sign of what’s to come.
A strong and exciting start to the season!
Pluma Lodge – 2025 season fishing reports, June 28-July 5
This week brought a variety of fishing conditions, shaped largely by cooler water temperatures—especially during the early mornings. Some days started off slow, with dorados and other species showing less activity in the chilled flows. But as the sun rose and gradually warmed the water, the action picked up, leading to some truly rewarding late-morning and afternoon sessions.
Recent rains delivered a healthy push of water into the system, drawing in dorados, sábalos, and yatoranas into prime holding spots. While patience was definitely key at times, those who stayed focused were rewarded. Once the fish turned on, fly patterns like streamers and poppers proved highly effective.
We had the pleasure of welcoming guests from France and the UK, who got to experience both the quiet challenges and the adrenaline-filled highlights. The best bites often came under full sun, with several impressive dorados and yatoranas landed on the fly.
It was a week that reminded us: great fishing is always worth the wait.
Secure – 2025 season fishing reports, June 27-July 04
The first week of the 2025 season at Sécure Lodge began with cool weather—cloudy skies, light rains, and low temperatures both in the air and in the water. Despite the chilly start, spirits were high and expectations even higher.
Thanks to a strong rainy season during the past summer, the river was in excellent condition. Water levels were high and crystal clear throughout the entire system—from the main channel to both creeks, Ashahana and Maniquicito. The overall fishing situation was truly promising, with consistent action across all beats. Everyone experienced plenty of strikes, and golden dorados were landed daily in solid numbers.
The best moment came on the final day, when temperatures started to rise, triggering aggressive takes and giving us great shots at dorados of all sizes. The highlight of the week was a stunning 18lb female, landed right on the beach—an absolute beauty and the biggest fish of the week.
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