Natales Fly FishingOrvis Endorsed

Where We Fish

Our Waters

From technical rivers and spring creeks to large, powerful systems flowing from the mountains to the sea.

Río Penitente

Fishing Destination

Río Penitente

Brown trout · Sea-run brown trout

The Río Penitente is a medium-sized river flowing through the open Patagonian steppe, offering classic trout water with a wide variety of structures and fishing approaches. It is primarily a brown trout fishery, with the added presence of sea-run brown trout migrating upriver from the Atlantic during certain periods of the season.

One of the Penitente's strengths is its versatility. Depending on conditions, it can be effectively fished with dry flies, nymphs, or streamers, using single-hand rods, as well as switch or micro-Spey setups. Success on this river comes from reading the water and adjusting techniques to wind, flow, and fish behavior.

Season

October 16 – April 14

Prime Time

December – end of season

Style

Dry flies · Nymphs · Streamers · Single-hand · Switch · Micro-Spey

Río Serrano

Fishing Destination

Río Serrano

Chinook salmon · Brown trout · Sea-run brown trout

Born in Lago del Toro, inside Torres del Paine National Park, the Río Serrano flows west toward the fjords of Última Esperanza, forming one of southern Patagonia's most iconic large-river fisheries.

The main attraction of the Serrano is the Chinook (King) salmon, which enter the system from the ocean during the summer months. These powerful fish are the stars of the show, offering a true big-water experience. The river also holds resident brown trout and sea-run brown trout throughout the season.

Due to its size, current, and often windy conditions, the Serrano is ideally suited for two-hand (full Spey) fly fishing. For anglers with little or no fly-fishing experience, we also offer the option to fish with spinning rods using spinners and spoons.

Season

October 16 – April 14

Prime Time

December – February (Chinook)

Style

Full Spey · Spinning gear available for non-fly anglers

Spring Creeks

Fishing Destination

Spring Creeks

Brown trout · Brook trout

We have access to a handful of spring creek fisheries spread across the region — near Puerto Natales, Torres del Paine, and the Río Penitente area. These waters offer a more technical and intimate fishing experience, with clear flows, subtle currents, and frequent sight-fishing opportunities.

Spring creeks in this area are home mainly to brown trout and brook trout, and reward anglers who enjoy precision, careful presentation, and adapting to changing conditions.

Please note: wind is a constant factor in southern Patagonia. For this reason, we generally recommend 5–6 wt rods, which perform well across all destinations and conditions.

Season

October 16 – April 14

Prime Time

December – end of season

Style

Single-hand rods · Dry flies · Nymphs · Terrestrials

Lakes: Maravilla, Porteño, El Toro & Sofía

Fishing Destination

Lakes: Maravilla, Porteño, El Toro & Sofía

Brown trout · Landlocked Coho salmon (Lago Sofía)

Our stillwater fisheries offer a different pace of fishing, targeting trout from the boat in wide, open landscapes surrounded by mountains and big skies. While streamers and sinking lines are commonly used, there are days when trout can be found feeding along the shoreline, creating exciting opportunities to fish dry flies in calm conditions.

These lakes are primarily brown trout fisheries, with Lago Sofía standing out for its population of landlocked Coho salmon, adding a unique dimension to the stillwater experience.

Season

October 16 – April 14

Prime Time

All season

Style

Boat fishing · Streamers · Sinking lines · Dry flies (when conditions allow)

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