Bella Vista Lodge - Argentina Sea Run Browns and Spring Creek Fly Fishing
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406-522-9854
Montana Angler Fly Fishing, 76 Lucille Lane, Bozeman MT 59718
406-522-9854
Montana Angler Fly Fishing, 76 Lucille Lane, Bozeman MT 59718
The Bella Vista Lodge is located on a massive
650,000 acre estancia near the southern most
tip of the mainland. Tierra del Fuego and the
famous Rio Grande is located directly across
the Beagle Channel. The primary fishery at
Bella Vista is the Rio Gallegos which is a
large and varied river system. The Gallegos
receives a run of giant sea run browns similar
to the Rio Grande with fish in the 10-20 lb
range common and fish to 30 lbs possible. A
healthy supply of resident browns in the 2-7
lb. range are also present in the river. The
structure of the Rio Gallegos is more varied
than on the Rio Grande with a diversity of
holding water including slicks, riffles and some
heavier runs. The catch rate on the sea runs is
a bit lower than on the Rio Grande but the
average size trout is 9 lbs and many anglers
enjoy the diversity and large amount of water
available. The lodge accommodates 8 rods per
week and has private access to over 30 miles
of the Rio Gallegos and 12 miles of the Rio
Chico spring creek.
The Rio Chico is a braided spring creek that offers outstanding dry fly fishing to very lightly pressured resident browns. This is the only location on earth that provides an opportunity to catch spring creek browns on foam attractors in the morning and catch giant sea run browns in the evening!
The Rio Chico is a braided spring creek that offers outstanding dry fly fishing to very lightly pressured resident browns. This is the only location on earth that provides an opportunity to catch spring creek browns on foam attractors in the morning and catch giant sea run browns in the evening!
Dining
Argenina's famed lamb and beef is raised on the ranch ensure quality ingredients on which the Chef bases an array of delicious, traditional Argentine specialties. Wines are carefully selected from the extensive wine cellar to accompany each meal. A traditional Asados barbeque of lamb will be prepared on one of the evenings.
Fishing Program
o At Bella Vista the fishing is for Sea-Run Brown Trout (Rio Gallegos) and Resident Brown Trout (Rio Chico) on over 70km of private, double bank access.
o Sea-Run Brown Trout average 10lbs. in size and running up to 25-28lbs. Resident Brown Trout weigh up to 7lbs. with an average of 2-3lbs.
o The rivers offer easy wading on fine-gravel bottom.
o Tackle: Both single (8-9wt., 9-10ft.) and two-handed (9-11wt., 13-15ft.) rods are used for Sea-Run Brown Trout. Resident Brown are fished with 4-7wt. rods.
o Fishing schedule:
8:00 am Breakfast
9:00 am Depart for fishing
1:00 pm Lunch and Siesta
4:00 pm Fish till dusk
*The schedule will depend on the season and can be tailored to meet the preference of our guests.
o Bella Vista is strictly a catch and release fishery. Guides are equipped with nets and will assist guests in weighing and releasing fish, without harming them.
Location
o The lodge is located in the fully refurbished main house of a working estancia, which runs to nearly 700,000 acres.
o Bella Vista is situated a few minutes' walk from some of the river's most productive pools.
o Guests fly into Buenos Aires International Airport.
o From Buenos Aires guests fly 3 hours to the Rio Gallegos Airport.
o The transfer from the airport to the lodge, by four wheel drive, takes 1 ½ hours.
Rates
Weekly Rate: $ 5,250 per person
*Based on double occupancy and shared guide.
Included:
Lodging, Transfer from Río Gallegos Airport to the lodge, Meals, all wines, beer, and local spirits at the lodge, Professional guide services
Not included:
Gratuities for guides and house staff, Airfare, Fishing License, Laundry service
Payment Terms:
*A deposit of 50% confirms a reservation. Deposits are non-refundable, unless client replacement is found. Final payment is due 60 days prior to departure. At this point, participants are responsible for total land costs and no refunds will be made for unused land transportation, accommodations, or included meals.
*Non-fisher rates: 40% off depending on availability
Argenina's famed lamb and beef is raised on the ranch ensure quality ingredients on which the Chef bases an array of delicious, traditional Argentine specialties. Wines are carefully selected from the extensive wine cellar to accompany each meal. A traditional Asados barbeque of lamb will be prepared on one of the evenings.
Fishing Program
o At Bella Vista the fishing is for Sea-Run Brown Trout (Rio Gallegos) and Resident Brown Trout (Rio Chico) on over 70km of private, double bank access.
o Sea-Run Brown Trout average 10lbs. in size and running up to 25-28lbs. Resident Brown Trout weigh up to 7lbs. with an average of 2-3lbs.
o The rivers offer easy wading on fine-gravel bottom.
o Tackle: Both single (8-9wt., 9-10ft.) and two-handed (9-11wt., 13-15ft.) rods are used for Sea-Run Brown Trout. Resident Brown are fished with 4-7wt. rods.
o Fishing schedule:
8:00 am Breakfast
9:00 am Depart for fishing
1:00 pm Lunch and Siesta
4:00 pm Fish till dusk
*The schedule will depend on the season and can be tailored to meet the preference of our guests.
o Bella Vista is strictly a catch and release fishery. Guides are equipped with nets and will assist guests in weighing and releasing fish, without harming them.
Location
o The lodge is located in the fully refurbished main house of a working estancia, which runs to nearly 700,000 acres.
o Bella Vista is situated a few minutes' walk from some of the river's most productive pools.
o Guests fly into Buenos Aires International Airport.
o From Buenos Aires guests fly 3 hours to the Rio Gallegos Airport.
o The transfer from the airport to the lodge, by four wheel drive, takes 1 ½ hours.
Rates
Weekly Rate: $ 5,250 per person
*Based on double occupancy and shared guide.
Included:
Lodging, Transfer from Río Gallegos Airport to the lodge, Meals, all wines, beer, and local spirits at the lodge, Professional guide services
Not included:
Gratuities for guides and house staff, Airfare, Fishing License, Laundry service
Payment Terms:
*A deposit of 50% confirms a reservation. Deposits are non-refundable, unless client replacement is found. Final payment is due 60 days prior to departure. At this point, participants are responsible for total land costs and no refunds will be made for unused land transportation, accommodations, or included meals.
*Non-fisher rates: 40% off depending on availability
Accommodations
The Bella Vista lodge was completely refurbished in 1996 and provides outstanding luxury and comfort within a short walk to the river. It is located on one of the largest working sheep ranches in Argentina.
The lodge comprises 5 bedroom suites to accommodate a maximum of 10 guests, a comfortable living room, a large wading room and spacious complimentary bar, fully stocked with local and imported spirits, to toast the one that got away!
The lodge also counts with wading rooms, fly-tying table and facilities, satellite telephone and internet access, a fly shop fully equipped with flies, rods, reels, lines, and suitable clothing and Argentine crafts.
o Capacity: 8 rods
o Rooms: 5 en-suite bedrooms (3 double and 2 single rooms)
o Gourmet dining with Argentina's famed beef and fine wines, tradition Asados (BBQs), and delicious desserts
o Dining room, sitting room, bar, wade gear room, and a fully equipped fly-tying table
o Satellite telephone and internet access
o Maid and laundry service
o Fly shop fully equipped with flies, rods, reels, lines, fishing apparel, and Argentine crafts
o Loaner rod service
o First class, professional, international and Argentine guides. All our guides are able to give casting instruction with single and two-handed rods (Spey casting).
o Comfortable crew cab 4-wheel trucks fitted with rod racks and radios
o Unparalleled bird watching and rich wildlife (Rheas, Flamingos, Fox, and llama-like Guanacos)
The Bella Vista lodge was completely refurbished in 1996 and provides outstanding luxury and comfort within a short walk to the river. It is located on one of the largest working sheep ranches in Argentina.
The lodge comprises 5 bedroom suites to accommodate a maximum of 10 guests, a comfortable living room, a large wading room and spacious complimentary bar, fully stocked with local and imported spirits, to toast the one that got away!
The lodge also counts with wading rooms, fly-tying table and facilities, satellite telephone and internet access, a fly shop fully equipped with flies, rods, reels, lines, and suitable clothing and Argentine crafts.
o Capacity: 8 rods
o Rooms: 5 en-suite bedrooms (3 double and 2 single rooms)
o Gourmet dining with Argentina's famed beef and fine wines, tradition Asados (BBQs), and delicious desserts
o Dining room, sitting room, bar, wade gear room, and a fully equipped fly-tying table
o Satellite telephone and internet access
o Maid and laundry service
o Fly shop fully equipped with flies, rods, reels, lines, fishing apparel, and Argentine crafts
o Loaner rod service
o First class, professional, international and Argentine guides. All our guides are able to give casting instruction with single and two-handed rods (Spey casting).
o Comfortable crew cab 4-wheel trucks fitted with rod racks and radios
o Unparalleled bird watching and rich wildlife (Rheas, Flamingos, Fox, and llama-like Guanacos)
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