Located in an area of breathtaking natural splendour, Tres Rios offers something to fishermen of all skill levels. Choose to fish rivers and streams, lakes, lagoons, spring creeks or saltwater estuaries, casting to brown, rainbow and sea-run brown trout as well as Pacific salmon in a single day.

The fishing area is over waters which have fallen from the Andean peaks on the border with Argentina to the foothills and their live volcanoes, an area bounded by deep fjords, continuing across the forested, rolling lowlands to the Pacific Ocean.

Fishing closest to the lodge is in the beautiful Lago Todos los Santos, a lake fed by mountain streams with access only through the streams themselves. Rio Cayutue, Rio Blanco, Rio Sin Nombre and Rio Punteagudo are only a few of these clear wading streams.

Accommodation in the lodge is in comfortable guest rooms all with spectacular views.

Meals are of the finest in Chilean cuisine featuring fresh seafood from the nearby coast and, of course, the region's famous beef, fresh fruits and vegetables.

The lodge is run by John's family and on staying here you are treated very much as part of that family. This is not five star sophistication but it is five star friendliness.

Rods
Fishing in Patagonia's clear rivers requires rods ranging from 8ft to 9ft depending mainly on your preference. It is always worth while taking two rods just in case one breaks.

Lines
Floating lines matched to your rods weight are usually the normal choice to fish these clear rivers with a dry fly. We suggest lines from 4 weight through to 7 weight, these will cope with almost any conditions that you will encounter. Although not usually needed it is always worth have an intermediate line or sink tip cover any and all eventualities.

Nylon / Leader
Tapered trout leaders starting at 10ft in length are suitable. Your tippets do not need to exceed 5lbs breaking strain.

Flies
A selection of flies that are successful here include

• Goddards Sedge
• May Fly
• Grass Hoppers
• Red Humpies
• Royal Wulf's
• Damsel Nymphs
• Stone Flies

Please take your own fly box as well, as you will have your own favourites that you might like to try.

Other Items

• Waders
• Wading stick
• Layered clothing because of changeable weather
• Wader repair kit
• Polarized sunglasses
• Forceps / clippers
• Hand and face moisturizer

Non-fishers can choose from white-water rafting, hiking and exploring rainforests and volcanoes, summit ascents or simply relaxing.

Season
January until April.

Time Difference from GMT
4 hours.

Electricity
Electricity runs on a 220V current. To use your chargers and other electrical items you will need an adapter.

Currency
The official currency of Chile is the Peso.

Tips
We suggest a gratuity of $60-$80US per day per person. All tips are evenly distributed among the guides and staff. Should you feel inclined to give a gratuity to someone personally, you are welcome to do so, this should be done outside of the general gratuity.

Visa requirements for UK citizens
None.

Medical Requirements
There are no required inoculations for travel to Chile, though you are advised to check with your doctor prior to departure regarding any vaccinations that may be recommended. If you are taking prescription medicines please ensure that you bring enough for the duration of your stay.

Insects
Biting insects in Patagoinia are as a general rule not a problem. However we do surgest that you take good repelant to prevent any irritating bites.

1 hour drive from Puerto Montt.