Fishing in Tierra del Fuego: a unique and unforgettable experience

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Patagonia is a beautiful and unforgettable destination that offers a wide range of possibilities for relaxation, recreation and adventure. This region is formed by the provinces of La Pampa, Neuquén, Río Negro, Chubut, Santa Cruz and the Land of Fire. In addition to being one of the most beautiful places in the world, the Argentine Patagonia has a well-deserved and recognized worldwide fame as an ideal destination for the practice of sport fishing in its different modalities. Its waters are home to species such as trout, salmon, perch and Patagonian silverside, among others. Depending on the area, fly casting, spinning or trolling can be practiced.

Fishing in Argentine Patagonia is a fascinating experience. If you want to live this adventure, the fishing season starts in November and lasts until mid-April or May. It is very important for you to know that in most of the Patagonian environments, the modality practiced is catch and release. If you do not have the necessary equipment, do not worry, in the different Patagonian destinations you can rent it. In addition, since Patagonian waters are protected, in most of the fishing areas you must have a permit for the practice of this sport, which you can acquire in the provincial tourist offices or stores designated for this purpose. The region has numerous fishing lodges that will offer you specific services to enjoy the best fishing days in this charming region. We invite you to know where you can make your fishing excursion in one of the destinations that make up the Argentinean Patagonia: the Land of Fire.

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This Argentinean province is internationally recognized as a destination of excellence for sport fishing. Every year, anglers from all over the world visit it to try their skills in the rivers and lakes of the Land of Fire in the spinning and flycasting modalities. Among the varieties that inhabit its waters are brown trout, anadromous brown trout, rainbow trout, brook trout, sea trout and king salmon, also called "Chinook".

To practice this activity in the territory you must register through the Sport Fishing Information System, the official site responsible for the authorization and commercialization of permits.

  

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Although the Land of Fire has numerous rivers, lakes and lagoons, without a doubt the mecca to practice sport fishing for salmonids is the Grande River, in the northern part of the island. Also known as the "International Trout Capital", the Rio Grande basin concentrates the most famous water courses for sea trout sport fishing. These specimens are an attraction for fishing lovers, due to their large size and strong fight.

Other places where you can practice this activity is in the area of Tolhuin, especially in the tributaries of Lake Fagnano. One of the favorite places is Lake Yakush. This lake is located in the Heart of the Island Provincial Reserve. In it, only sport fishing is allowed under the fly casting modality. You must take into account that it is forbidden to navigate in boats propelled by explosion engines to avoid contamination and to avoid disturbing the development of fish populations.

Other places where you can do it are the Palacio, Margarita and Bombilla lagoons. Sport fishing in these environments offers you the possibility of catching good specimens of Brown, Rainbow and Fontinalis trout.

  

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If you decide to enjoy the fishing season in the Land of Fire, through the APP Sport Fishing - TDF you can learn about the points of sale to acquire the season license, regulations, maps, all the authorized places, modalities, recommendations, as well as the protected areas, among other information. We also recommend that you wear appropriate clothing. It is advisable to dress in layers and use sunscreen and sunglasses.

Undoubtedly, this destination has many possibilities to make your fishing experience unique and unforgettable, surrounded by dreamlike landscapes. Treat yourself to a vacation in the Land of Fire!

  

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