 Casiquiare
Watershed
Although carrying the name of the great river to the
south, most of this area lies in the Orinoco drainage
basin. The remaining portion of the Orinoco waters go
to the Amazon, marking one of the great anomalies of
nature-a river called the Casiquiare that crosses the
watershed between the Orinoco and Rio Negro (which connects
to the Amazon) and joins two of the great rivers of
the world. It is possible to travel by water from the
Orinoco through the Casiquiare and Rio Negro and to
the Amazon. Legends of this route were the basis for
many famous explorations by Europeans in the 18th and
19th centuries.
The blackwater rivers of the Casiquaire watershed, are
well known for their productivity of large - make that
giant - Peacock Bass, over 20 pounds is the norm The
Iguana, a comfortable river boat on the Brazilian style,
is the only lodge of its type in Venezuela. The Iguana
has 5 guest rooms, 4 twins and one with a double bed,
each room with its own fan. There are two bathrooms
on board each with a shower. Additional equipment aboard
includes generator, freezer, stove & oven, and a
sat phone for communication. The Iguana will be tied
up in the large lagoon of the Pasiba River.
However,
because of a turn from Venezuela to Brazil, there has
been very little pressure in recent years on some of
the best watersheds and peacock bass fisheries in this
country
The
Casiquiare Watershed is probably the best sleeper giant
peacock bass fishery in South America.
Length
of Trip
10 Days – 9 Nights with 6 full days fishing
Price
$3550.00 per person double occupancy.
Price
Includes:
Price per person, based on double occupancy, groups
of 6-8 anglers (ask for quotes on smaller groups) and
back – to – back charters: $3,550.
Includes: transfers; 2 nights 5* hotel;
VIP reception and assistance for international flights;
charter flight Caracas – Amazon - Caracas; 6 days
fishing; all meals and domestic drinks while in Amazonas;
Lodging on board a river boat the Iguana; Value added
tax, where applicable; 1% Tourism Tax.
Single Supplement: $198. There is an additional charge
for the fishing license
Does
Not Include:
International air, travel insurance, fishing license,
gratuities and personal items, airport departure tax.
Fishing
Some of the largest peacock bass on record have come
from the black water environment of southern Venezuela.
In this unique area we have the best of both worlds.
We are using conventional gear and Fly Fishing for giant
peacock.
Species
of Fish
Three species of peacock, catfish and piranha,
Season
The fishing season in the Amazon Basin north of the
equator closely corresponds to the winter season in
the states. Season opens first week in January till
April
Boats
16’ aluminum skiffs with 48 hp outboards
Guides
Local seasoned guides.
Other
Activities
Trekking in the jungle, swimming, visit to local village
Meals
Local Venezuelan hearty meals.
Health
Information provided is general please consult with
your physician
Travel
Insurance
Travel insurance is recommended for all travel to protect
your investment and in case of emergencies.
Passport
Required
Information
and prices subject to change without notice.
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