PIRA LODGE Ibera Marshlands, Argentina The Golden Dorado of Argentina.
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For many years, one of South America’s most exciting game fish was kept a secret. In the last few years, the Golden Dorado, or "river tiger" as it is affectionately called due to its impressive fighting spirit and jumping characteristics, has rocketed to the top of the hot fish list.
The Dorado is one of the greatest fighting game fish in the entire world. Argentina is a new frontier for fly anglers and unites deluxe accommodations, excellent native guides, fast access to diverse waters and a large population of Dorado.
The fishing is done on the Iberia Marshlands, one of the most fascinating wetlands in the world. 3,500,000 acres of unexplored and uninhabited marshland in the northeastern corner of Argentina, roughly 2.5 times bigger than the Florida Everglades.
Pira Lodge was designed for pure comfort. Each of the 5 air-conditioned rooms has two double beds, ensuite bathroom, and large French doors that open to wide verandas with expansive views.
Most meals are taken in our dining room, adjacent to a spacious great room with unique furniture crafted by local artisans.
The bar is fully stocked. Each meal is a three-course journey through Argentina’s culinary influences from its famed beef, and local lamb, to homemade pastas, and divine desserts. Fine Argentine wines accompany each meal Pira lodge is perfect for bringing your entire family.
Opened up in March 2000, PIRA Lodge is the world’s first deluxe lodge to target the freshwater DORADO. This newly discovered game fish is really making waves in the international sport fishing community. Thanks to dashing looks and incredible fighting and jumping characteristics, the “tiger of the river”, as it is known in Argentina, has gone from an unknown South American myth to one of the world’s hottest game fish almost overnight.
We offer 15% discount to our anglers who add some days at Pira to their trip with us to Rio Grande, Tierra del Fuego.
The fishing here at Pira lodge is done on the Iberá Marshland, one of the most unique and fascinating wetlands in the world. Over 3 million acres of unexplored and uninhabited marshland in the northeastern corner of Argentina are the setting for some for the most exciting fishing you will ever do. The marsh is a waste fishing of crystal clear creeks, flowing rivers, shallows, and lakes – imagine an area over twice the size of the Florida Everglades. You will spend your days here in state-of-the-art Hell’s Bay flats skiffs exploring this enormous expanse with enthusiastic guides. Dorado are exceptionally plentiful here due to the astonishing clarity of the water, the fishing is unparalleled in excitement and beauty. Floating lines and traditional saltwater streamers as well as many of the lodges own deadly patterns are used to make tasty presentations to waking fish.
Get ready: the Dorado´s strong runs and relentless jumps will get your heart pounding like no other fish in it’s class. As one excited guest remarked “the take is lake a freight train”!
The incomparable variety of wildlife found in the enormous marsh allows you to combine fishing with a number of other activities. Kayaking, horseback riding and bird watching are few of the other ways to spend warm summer days. Or if you are looking for a more relaxed activities, grab a book and curl up on one of the hammocks or bench swings that line the shaded galleries, take a refreshing dip in the lodges´20 meter swimming pool, or stroll through the virgin wilderness at your own pace.
For those with a discerning palate, you are in for a real surprise. Despite the isolated location, the chef at Pira Lodge focuses on typical Argentine dishes but with his creative personal flair and impeccable presentation, and he will leave you dazzled. Each meal is a three-course journey through Argentina´s different culinary influences from its famed beef, and local lamb, to homemade pastas, and divine desserts. Wonderful Argentine wines accompany each meal, and we take pride in selecting the very best from the very best: Big cabernets, smooth Merlots, and flavourful Malbecs along with Blancs.
We hope you’ll join us this season – come and find out first hand what Dorado, and the entire buzz? is all about.
Flies: traditional saltwater streamers and deceivers in black, purple chartreuse and white.
Guides
First class professional international and Argentine guides. Our guides have been exploring the area and Dorado fishing itself for more years than most. Do follow their advice, designed to maximize your enjoyment of this incredible fighting fish.
Hells Bay flats skiffs, fitted with VHF radios, take you from the lodge's private dock.
Weather
The Province of Corrientes borders Uruguay, and enjoys one of Argentina's subtropical climate patterns, with temperatures in the mid-80s early and late in the season.
Mosquitoes generally come out in the evenings and are not found in huge numbers. The use of protective clothing and mosquito repellent is advised. December and January are the hottest months, with temperatures up to 95 degrees. Towards the end of March the temperature cools down, ranging from 55 to 85 degrees, with mornings and evenings cool and comfortable.
Location and Accommodation
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How to get there
Transportation Logistics:
A two-hour private charter flight from Buenos Aries will take you to Pira Lodge, located in the Province of Corrientes in the northeastern corner of Argentina. Direct flights from Miami, New York, Los Angeles, Atlanta and Chicago service Buenos Aries daily, from Europe you will have daily flights to Buenos Aries from London, Paris, Frankfurt and Madrid.
Fishing for the great fighters - Dorado's is a perfect combination with a trip to the Rio Grande. You can fish for either 3 days or a week at Pira lodge.
Pira Lodge was designed to provide its guests not only with a remarkable fishing experience, but also with tremendous comfort. There are only 5 rooms here so you will never feel crowded. Each air-conditioned room has two double beds, and large French doors that open to wide verandas with sprawling view.
Large bathrooms with double windows afford a peaceful place to unwind in a bath or relax as high – volume showerheads drown tight casting muscles.
Most meals are taken in our dining room, adjacent to a spacious great room with oversized couches and comfortable armchairs, and unique furniture crafted by local artisans. The bar, always the most popular place to meet after a day’s fishing, is fully stocked and available to you throughout the day.
For those with a discerning palate, you are in for a real surprise. Despite the isolated location, the chef at Pira Lodge focuses on typical Argentine dishes but with his creative personal flair and impeccable presentation, and he will leave you dazzled. Each meal is a three-course journey through Argentina´s different culinary influences from its famed beef, and local lamb, to homemade pastas, and divine desserts. Wonderful Argentine wines accompany each meal, and we take pride in selecting the very best from the very best: Big cabernets, smooth Merlots, and flavourful Malbecs along with Blancs.
Pira lodge is perfect for bringing your family along!
Travel Itinerary
This is how you would be spending your week at PIRA
A two hour private charter flight from Buenos Aires will take you to PIRA lodge.
You are fishign 3 full days form monring to evening, staying in the lodge for 4 nights.
Day 1: Arrive in Buenos Aires (BA). Stay over night at a hotel
Day 2: Flight BA to Pira lodge. Private airstrip at the lodge.
Day 3-5: Fishing for Dorado
Day 6: Flight Pira lodge to BA. Stay over night at hotel.
Day 7: Flight back to the States or Europe, or another destination in Argentina.
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For many years, one of South America’s most exciting game fish was kept a secret. In the last few years, the Golden Dorado, or "river tiger" as it is affectionately called due to its impressive fighting spirit and jumping characteristics, has rocketed to the top of the hot fish list.
Pira Lodge was designed for pure comfort. Each of the 5 air-conditioned rooms has two double beds, ensuite bathroom, and large French doors that open to wide verandas with expansive views.
The fishing here at Pira lodge is done on the Iberá Marshland, one of the most unique and fascinating wetlands in the world. Over 3 million acres of unexplored and uninhabited marshland in the northeastern corner of Argentina are the setting for some for the most exciting fishing you will ever do. The marsh is a waste fishing of crystal clear creeks, flowing rivers, shallows, and lakes – imagine an area over twice the size of the Florida Everglades. You will spend your days here in state-of-the-art Hell’s Bay flats skiffs exploring this enormous expanse with enthusiastic guides. Dorado are exceptionally plentiful here due to the astonishing clarity of the water, the fishing is unparalleled in excitement and beauty. Floating lines and traditional saltwater streamers as well as many of the lodges own deadly patterns are used to make tasty presentations to waking fish.
Rods: 7 and 8 wt 9 foot rods.
For those with a discerning palate, you are in for a real surprise. Despite the isolated location, the chef at Pira Lodge focuses on typical Argentine dishes but with his creative personal flair and impeccable presentation, and he will leave you dazzled. Each meal is a three-course journey through Argentina´s different culinary influences from its famed beef, and local lamb, to homemade pastas, and divine desserts. Wonderful Argentine wines accompany each meal, and we take pride in selecting the very best from the very best: Big cabernets, smooth Merlots, and flavourful Malbecs along with Blancs.
