Peacock Bass Fishing in Peru
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Not ready to spend US$3000-4000 to go peacock bass fishing, or maybe you want to combine fishing with some ecotourism? This is for you then.
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Based from the Amazonia Lodges, you can start one of these peacock bass fishing trips on any day during the season - Best time is from about July through October, depending on the river levels. You can have a private guide and private motorboat and spend all of your time fishing or you can also spend time exploring the jungle like other guests.
The area where you'll be fishing is home of the Butterfly Peacock Bass. This species of peacock Bass averages between 5 and 10 pounds. In other areas of the Amazon, and parts of Panama and Venezuela, there is a species of Peacock bass that grows to 20+ pounds. But, the smaller Butterfly Peacock Bass is a much more ferocious fighter, and is the preferred species for professional bass fisherman. It is also delicious eating. Make no mistake, a 10 pound bass is a big fish, and these things really put up a fight! Other common species are aruauna, catfish (many varieties, some which grow over 200lbs), piranha, pacu, oscar, and vampire fish (payara). It is also possible to catch arapaima.
Sample 8 day itinerary
Day 1 (trip starts after arrival of people on LATAM 2240, scheduled to arrive just past noon)
transfer in from airport or hotel. Speedboat transfer (note--is 4 hours) up the Amazon, then the Tahuayo tributary to the lodge.
Evening excursion L, D
Days 2-4 *From the main lodge (Cabins have private bathrooms, Greater variety of activities, Access to river inlet)
Guided fishing with private boat or other excursions in and around the Tamshiyacu-Tahuayo Reserve. Every day your native guide will discuss a selection of activities or fishing sites that you can choose to do. There is no extra cost for private guide or customizing your itinerary to your needs and interests. B,L,D
Some fishing sites from the main lodge:
Days 5-7 *To the Amazon Research Center lodge ( Cabins have shared bathrooms, Better hiking, over 50 miles of trails, variety of ecosystems
The Research Center is more remote, many miles away from any native inhabitation, and thus there is no competition from native fisherman. You will most likely be fishing in sites where no one has fished before. Fishing sites include large and small lakes, the Tahuayo River and the Tangarana River tributary. B,L,D
Day 8 Morning return to the main lodge. Afternoon boat to Iquitos. Transfer to airport or hotel B,L
Day 1 (trip starts after arrival of people on LATAM 2240, scheduled to arrive just past noon)
transfer in from airport or hotel. Speedboat transfer (note--is 4 hours) up the Amazon, then the Tahuayo tributary to the lodge.
Evening excursion L, D
Days 2-4 *From the main lodge (Cabins have private bathrooms, Greater variety of activities, Access to river inlet)
Guided fishing with private boat or other excursions in and around the Tamshiyacu-Tahuayo Reserve. Every day your native guide will discuss a selection of activities or fishing sites that you can choose to do. There is no extra cost for private guide or customizing your itinerary to your needs and interests. B,L,D
Some fishing sites from the main lodge:
- Quebrada Palmichal, an inlet from the Tahuayo that is very productive in peacock butterfly bass and other fish
- Lake Tabano - a permanently flooded forest and fish breeding ground
- Lake Tapaje and Lake Charo
- Tahuayo River
Days 5-7 *To the Amazon Research Center lodge ( Cabins have shared bathrooms, Better hiking, over 50 miles of trails, variety of ecosystems
The Research Center is more remote, many miles away from any native inhabitation, and thus there is no competition from native fisherman. You will most likely be fishing in sites where no one has fished before. Fishing sites include large and small lakes, the Tahuayo River and the Tangarana River tributary. B,L,D
Day 8 Morning return to the main lodge. Afternoon boat to Iquitos. Transfer to airport or hotel B,L
You will want to bring a bass fishing rod of about 6 feet with a medium to fast taper. The taper is how quickly the rod becomes stiff and resistant from the tip of the rod. A fast taper rod will have a flexible tip, which is good for casting, but it becomes stiff very quickly as you move down the rod. It also has some backbone to it so you can apply some real pressure to the fish, which will probably be necessary when you see your peacock bass running straight for some trees or other structure which could snag or cut your line. If you are not experienced with casting a conventional real (like a Daiwa or Shimano bait-caster), then you'll probably want a spinning rod and reel - those are the reels you have to pull back the round wire thing to open up the spool for casting. The good thing about spinning reels and rods is you don't get tangles, and the rod is available in two-piece configuration, so they are ideal for traveling.
"G’Day, Jim, we are just in the door , long bloody way but well worth it. Had a great time in the forest, some good fishing and really enjoyed the experience. The only stuff up was I had four days to kill and spent two extra in Cusco and two extra in Lima and should have tried to get them added to the forest. Any way thanks for putting it together for us and would highly recommend it to anyone." Rick |
Cost: In 2023: $995 per person for 3 days $1195 per person for 4 days $1395 per person for 5 days $1595 per person for 6 days $1795 per person for 7 days $1995 per person for 8 days There is no single supplement. Price includes: Includes all in Amazon (all transfers, lodging, meals, private fishing guide and private fishing outboard motorboat, excursions customized to your liking, gear such as jungle boots, wifi, entrance fees, conservation fees, port taxes, etc.). Does not include International airfare or departure taxes, bottled soft drinks and beer, souvenirs, tips, laundry, fishing gear Fishing Gear can be rented for $100 per person, if you don't want to bring your own A deposit of USD $250 per person is required to confirm your reservation unless indicated otherwise Balance payment will be due 60 days in advance of trip departure date Cancellation Policy for Amazon land trip purchases: Cancellations made less than 45 days before trip departure are nonrefundable. Cancellations made more than 45 days before trip departure are 75% refundable. 
Standard Fishing Equipment & Tackle list
Although every fisherman has their own technique and style this is what we recommend you bring to Peru:
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