Estancia Arroyo Verde
The only way to fish the crystal clear waters of the Traful River, Estancia Arroyo Verde provides a Patagonian fly fishing experience like no other.
Refined estancia elegance in a fairytale mountain paradise.
Arroyo Verde, meaning ‘green stream’ in Spanish, is tucked away in the verdant Traful River Valley, high in the mountains of the Nahuel Huapi National Park. Running for 35 years, this lodge is a seriously smart and unforgettable experience.
The only way to fish the fabled Traful River, the lodge is located on a working estancia steeped in history and tradition. This is evident in the formal, silver-service meals, shared with the owners most evenings.
The Traful provides some of the most challenging and technical fishing for trout and the occasional landlocked salmon on offer. The estancia itself, owned by the French Larivière family since 1932, is a veritable Patagonian paradise, however you choose to explore it.
Fishing.
The Traful River provides some of the most spectacular scenery imaginable for a day’s fishing, replete with majestic canyons and tempting pools, with most likely nobody else in sight.
Due to its gloriously remote and private location, Estancia Arroyo Verde is the only way to access the famed, crystal-clear waters of the Traful River. The Traful River can only be waded and provides the sole opportunity in the area to fish for elusive landlocked salmon.
The fishing is not for beginners: the river provides highly technical, tricky sight fishing for big browns and rainbow trout as well as salmon. While you may not catch as many fish here as elsewhere, those you do land could be the fish of your life. The Traful holds some of the biggest fish in the area, making it the ultimate destination for landing trophy trout.
The lodge is situated close to the river, so drives are short, at around 15 minutes.
Accommodation.
The main house at Arroyo Verde is a highly refined and classy affair, with a sun lounge boasting spectacular views. Constructed of traditional wood and stone, the main lodge has six very comfortable ensuite bedrooms and is surrounded by private seating areas.
Set slightly apart from the main lodge and perfect if you’re looking for a more relaxed atmosphere, the accommodation also includes a secluded cabin. Perched on a cliff protruding into Traful Lake with astonishing views, the cabin is designed to sleep two comfortably (or a group of up to six happy to use four bunk beds) and is perfect for couples.
The host Larivière family still manage the lodge themselves and are often present for silver-service dinners in the lodge to share the estancia‘s fascinating history with guests.
Located two hours from the airport in San Martín and around an hour from Bariloche, Arroyo Verde is a gloriously remote experience.
Dining.
Estancia Arroyo Verde serves some of the best food on offer in the lodges in the area. The food is traditional and homemade but with an international influence.
The dining room at Arroyo Verde is an event in itself: members of the charismatic host family usually join guests for dinner in the evening, which is a formal affair. If you’re looking for a lodge where you’re expected to scrub up a little every night for a touch of glamour, this is the place for you.
Off the water.
Arroyo Verde offers much more than just fly fishing. Situated on one of the most beautiful and historic estancias in the area, the scenery is truly breathtaking. Anglers can explore the area on horseback on guided rides, on foot hiking the estancia’s mountain trails, or with a bird-watching guide to make the most of the nature on offer.
If you’re feeling adventurous, you can also combine horse riding with fishing: fishing in some mountain pools only accessible by horse riding is a truly special day out here. You can also skip the drive to the river, and opt for the hiking option to really soak up as much of the valley as possible.
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