As the eleventh season at Kendjam Lodge in Brazil begins we’re delighted to bring you the fishing reports from this stunning spot. Keep in touch with this page for all the news from 2026 as anglers target a variety of species in the remote crystal clear Amazon waters. Along with fishing at Kendjam you’ll find fascinating indigenous culture, fabulous wildlife, birdlife, and scenery. All told, a fly fishing holiday in Brazil is a truly memorable experience and so much more than just an angling expedition. Scroll down to the bottom the blog for a great video which brings to life the fishing here.
Kendjam 2026 Season Fishing Report, Week 1 – A clear beginning on the Iriri
The 2026 season is officially underway and the Iriri River welcomed its first anglers with exactly what makes Kendjam unlike anywhere else in the Amazon: crystal-clear water flowing over ancient granite formations, endless jungle, remarkable wildlife and an extraordinary diversity of gamefish.
Before the first cast, the river was already putting on a show.
Blue-and-yellow macaws crossed overhead. Giant river otters patrolled the channels. Fresh tapir and jaguar tracks appeared along the riverbanks each morning, reminders that this is still one of the wildest landscapes left in South America.
Then came the fishing.
From the opening day, anglers experienced the visual fly fishing that has become Kendjam’s signature. Peacock bass could be spotted moving through shallow channels and along structure before charging a perfectly presented fly with explosive aggression.
The Iriri once again demonstrated why diversity is its greatest strength.
Matrinxã delivered relentless action with explosive takes. Bicuda launched airborne attacks on fast-moving streamers. Wolf fish lived up to their reputation with crushing strikes and powerful fights around submerged structures. Pacu demanded precision and strong presentations, while impressive payara added another level of excitement to an already spectacular week.
One angler achieved something truly special, landing 11 different species during the expedition—nearly all of them trophy-quality fish. It was a remarkable demonstration of the Kendjam biodiversity and one of those accomplishments that can only happen in a river like Iriri.
By the end of the week, the group had landed an outstanding 472 fish, including exceptional specimens across several of the river’s iconic species.
Perhaps the greatest highlight, however, was the condition of the fish themselves.
The peacock bass were in exceptional shape, displaying the intense yellow, emerald and jet-black coloration for which the Iriri has become famous. Aggressive, healthy and immensely powerful, they provided the kind of visual, heart-stopping encounters that define Kendjam.
None of this would be possible without the Kayapó people.
For generations, they have protected these rivers and the surrounding forest, preserving an ecosystem where fish populations continue to thrive and biodiversity remains extraordinary. Fishing Kendjam is not simply about catching fish—it’s about experiencing a river that is still governed by nature’s own rhythms and cared for by the people who know it best.
If Week One is any indication, the 2026 season is shaping up to be something very special.
Fishing stats:
Total number of fish landed this week: 472
Standout catches:
Wolf Fish 84cm
Peacock bass 62cm
Mantrinxã 53cm
Silver pacu 37cm
Pacu 43cm
Payara 86cm
If you have enjoyed reading the 2026 season fishing reports from Kendjam Lodge and would like more information on fishing in Brazil please do not hesitate to contact Peter McLeod or Alex Jardine or call our office on +44(0)1980 847 389.
Learn more about fishing at Kendjam in the video below:
