Wild rainbows and browns on the Río Aysén, steps from the lodge, below the confluence of the Simpson and the Mañihuales.
Rainbow & brown trout
Mid-October to mid-April
8 major rivers
Río Aysén, Chile
Heart of Patagonia Lodge on the Río Aysén
Heart of Patagonia Lodge sits on the bank of Chile’s Río Aysén, less than a mile below the confluence of the Río Simpson and the Río Mañihuales. Wading runs start in front of the property, and five more major rivers lie within 30 minutes’ drive. The season runs from mid-October through mid-April for resident rainbows and browns, with sea-run fish arriving late in the season. Angler Adventures books Heart of Patagonia and helps plan the travel.
The lodge sits in the southern Andes, where the mountains split the land into river valleys close to the lodge. Each valley fishes differently, so a week here covers a wide range of water and techniques, with an emphasis on the dry fly.
The evening hatch on the Aysén, in still air and low light, is a short walk from the door. Of the eight major rivers the guides fish, six are floatable, and much of the fishing on those rivers is still done wading.
Guides work to each angler’s preferences. The water ranges from runs that suit a newer angler to fish that test an experienced one, and the lodge also fishes lakes and lagunas that hold large fish.
Rainbow trout and brown trout
Río Aysén — wading runs in front of the lodge
Five more major rivers within 30 minutes
Six floatable rivers, with wading on the same water
Lakes and lagunas with large fish
4WD trucks, rafts, motor boats, and float tubes
Book Heart of Patagonia Lodge, get a quote, or ask us about fly fishing in Chile.
The Río Aysén, the Río Simpson, and the Río Mañihuales together make a productive fishery at the lodge’s doorstep. Guides also fish five other major rivers within 30 minutes’ drive, and the region’s lakes and lagunas are a dependable alternative to the rivers.
The season runs from mid-October through mid-April. Resident rainbows and browns are the main target in freestone rivers below the southern Andes. Coho, king, and Atlantic salmon run the rivers, along with steelhead and sea-run browns, mostly in March and April.
The lodge keeps 4WD trucks, rafts, motor boats, and float tubes to reach the water.
Heart of Patagonia Lodge practices catch and release.
Staying at Heart of Patagonia Lodge
The lodge is a white farmhouse on the bank of the Río Aysén, with lupines in the yard and the river a short walk from the door.
Angler Adventures confirms rooms, meals, and the guide arrangement when quoting your dates.
Heart of Patagonia Lodge Rates
There is no current published rate grid for Heart of Patagonia Lodge. Call Angler Adventures for a quote on your dates, room, and guide arrangement.
Rates on request. Call 860-434-9624 for a current Heart of Patagonia quote.
Angler Adventures services are free. Call 860-434-9624 or send a message to start planning your Heart of Patagonia trip.
Getting to Heart of Patagonia Lodge
Heart of Patagonia Lodge is on the Río Aysén in Chile’s Aysén Region. The usual route is a flight from Santiago (SCL) to Balmaceda (BBA). Angler Adventures confirms the transfer to the lodge when quoting your trip.
Trout of the Río Aysén
Rainbow trout
(Oncorhynchus mykiss)
Resident rainbows hold in the freestone rivers below the southern Andes, from the Aysén at the lodge to the Simpson, the Mañihuales, and five other major rivers within 30 minutes.
Resident browns share the same rivers and the region's lakes and lagunas. Sea-run browns arrive mostly in March and April, along with coho, king, and Atlantic salmon and steelhead.
Rivers, lakes & lagunas · Sea-run fish late season
Heart of Patagonia’s catch and release philosophy reflects the lodge’s dedication to the preservation of this beautiful part of the world, which is so unique in the eyes of anglers and world travelers. And, our guests will find the proximity of the fishing to the lodge a major attraction.
The guides at Heart of Patagonia pay close attention to the individual preferences of each angler and group. The variety of water available will challenge the most seasoned angler and coddle novices. Safety and the comfortable enjoyment of our guests’ experience is our number one concern.
Our Services are Free!
Contact us for Seasonal Discounts, Special Offers or Promotional Pricing
Heart of Patagonia Lodge 2009 – 2010 Rates
(Rates are subject to Change, Rates are per person)
High Season Rates (Dec. 15, 2009 – Apr. 15, 2010)
Fishing Packages
Double Occupancy
Single Occupancy
7 Nights / 6 Days Fishing
$4,250.00
$ 4,500.00
4 Nights / 3 Days Fishing
$2,550.00
$2,750.00
Additional Fishing Days
$600.00
$600.00
Single Guide Supplement (per day price)
$80.00
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Non- Fishing Packages
Non Fishing Weekly Rate
$3,400.00
$2,100.00
Additional Days (per day price)
$470.00
Heart of Patagonia’s catch and release philosophy reflects the lodge’s dedication to the preservation of this beautiful part of the world, which is so unique in the eyes of anglers and world travelers. And, our guests will find the proximity of the fishing to the lodge a major attraction.
The geographical diversity of the region accounts for the many types of waters we fish. We are located in the midst of the southern Andes mountains. Dramatic mountain scenery is omnipresent. The many mountains form numerous river valleys, all within close proximity to the lodge. Every river valley has its own distinct characteristics, and anglers have the opportunity to experience a wide variety of fishing situations. Although emphasis is put on fishing the dry fly, the flies and fly fishing techniques that are employed are as diverse as the many sections of water that we fish.
Located on the banks of the Rio Aysen, and less than one mile below the confluence of the renown Rio Simpson and Rio Manihuales, Heart of Patagonia offers much fishing opportunity within walking distance of the lodge. These three rivers comprise a prolific fishery. In fact, excellent wading runs are located immediately in front of our property. Catching the evenings hatch in still air and low light with trout feeding in abundance is not to be missed. This trout fisherman’s dream is only a short walk from the lodge itself.
Further, five other major rivers are located within 30 minutes drive time from the lodge. Of the 8 major rivers of which we frequent, 6 are floatable. Although many of our rivers are floatable, much wading is done on these same rivers. The amount of water and diversity of fishing we have to offer within such close proximity of the lodge is impressive.
In addition to the many rivers and streams, we also fish lakes and lagunas. These waters hold large fish and always remain an excellent alternative to river fishing.
The guides at Heart of Patagonia pay close attention to the individual preferences of each angler and group. The variety of water available will challenge the most seasoned angler and coddle novices. Safety and the comfortable enjoyment of our guests’ experience is our number one concern.
The lodge is equipped with 4-wheel drive trucks, new rafts, motor boats, and float tubes to access the many waters of our region.
Our season is from mid-October through mid-April. The fish we target are the resident rainbows and browns that make these freestone waters flowing through the spectacular mountain scenery of the southern Andes their home. Coho, king, and atlantic salmon also run the rivers as well as steelhead and sea-run browns. The arrival of these other salmonoids in our rivers occurs mostly in the late season (March thru April), but big fish lurk in all of our waters year-round.
NON-FISHING ACTIVITIES:
For those not wishing to fish every day, Heart of Patagonia offers many other activities to enjoy the area. Horseback riding, hiking, village visits, and birding are conveniently and easily arranged. Opportunities for sight-seeing and photography abound.
Our Services are Free!
Contact us for Seasonal Discounts, Special Offers or Promotional Pricing
Heart of Patagonia Lodge 2009 – 2010 Rates
(Rates are subject to Change, Rates are per person)
