Las Pampas Lodge

Trip Overview
Tucked away in the remote Rio Pico region, Las Pampas Lodge provides a diverse collection of wade and float fisheries to explore. Friendly staff and an intimate lodge atmosphere welcome guests as part of the family. Knowledgeable local guides lead anglers to rainbow, brown and brook trout living in spring creeks, lakes, and small to mid-sized freestone rivers.

Lodging Details
The beautiful craftsman-built main lodge is focused around a central lounge and dining area, with comfortable seating around a fireplace that invites guests to share fishing stories at the end of each day. Four spacious, comfortable double occupancy rooms feature private baths and large windows to enjoy the breathtaking mountain views.

Food and Beverages
Menus are based on local and organic ingredients inspired by a blend of classic and contemporary Argentine and international courses paired with local wines. Lunch is served away from the lodge and is comprised of local cold dishes, salads, desserts, and drinks. A simple continental breakfast is served each morning.

Typical Length of Stay
Packages of seven (7) nights / six (6) days, or ten (10) nights / nine (9) days are available.

Non-Angling Activities and Options
Las Pampas is a fishing-focused destination, but activities like horseback riding and hiking can be organized with advance notice.

Internet / Communications
Reliable Wi-Fi is available for guests. Cell phone service is not available.

How To Get There
Flights to Ezeiza International Airport (EZE) in Buenos Aires are typically overnight from major U.S. cities. Guests spend their first night in Buenos Aires, and fly from the Jorge Newbery Domestic Airport (AEP) the following midday to the town of Esquel where a representative from Las Pampas Lodge escorts guests on a scenic three-hour drive to the lodge.

Arrival and Departure Details / Times
The 2.5-hour flight from Buenos Aires to Esquel operates once per day (except Wednesday).

Documents Required
Citizens of the U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, the U.K., and other Western European nations do not need a visa for tourist trips of up to 90 days. You will need a valid passport and will have to fill in an ‘arrival card.’ You will then be given a tourist visa stamp for stays of 30, 60, or 90 days. Staple the duplicate of your arrival card into your passport as you will need it to leave the country. If you lose it, it’s rarely a serious problem, but you’ll have to fill out a new form at border control. Upon entering the country, you will also be given a customs declaration form. Duty is not charged on used personal effects, books, and other articles for non-commercial purposes, up to a value of US $300. Make sure you declare any valuable electronic items such as laptop computers, as customs officers can be suspicious that you may be bringing them into the country to sell.

Minors Traveling Without Both Parents
All children 18 years of age or younger accompanied by only one parent or legal guardian must have a NOTARIZED letter of consent from the other parent stating the child/children have his/her permission to travel. Single parents need NOTARIZED documentation of divorce, or a spousal death certificate. Unaccompanied Minors require a NOTARIZED letter of consent signed by both parents.

Travel Arrangements
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– Trip Insurance and Emergency Evacuation
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General Information
Las Pampas Lodge provides access to reed-lined trophy stillwaters, freestone rivers, and spring creeks. The vast majority of fishing is done on foot, while the various stillwaters in the region are accessed by boat. Trout range from 16 to 22 inches or larger. Species, size, and quantities vary greatly depending on conditions and waters fished.

The core focus of the Las Pampas Lodge fishing program is for anglers to experience a different piece of water every day in the most productive waters of both private and public fishing areas. The fishing day begins shortly after breakfast each day, with a 1:1 guide-to-guest ratio to ensure the best-personalized experience. Casting dry flies is the preferred technique, but dry / dropper rigs, nymphs, and streamers are also used in certain conditions.

Boats and Equipment
Las Pampas Lodge uses NRS self-bailing rafts outfitted with casting frames and swivel seats to access rivers and lakes. The lodge has an ample supply of quality waders and boots as well as complete rod and reel outfits for guests to borrow at no charge if needed. One of the many special things about Las Pampas is that all terminal tackle including leaders, tippet, and flies are included in the package.

Package Rates
Remember that Yellow Dog’s services are completely free! When you book a trip with Yellow Dog, you never pay more than when you book directly with the lodge or outfitter. All prices listed below are per person, based on double occupancy, and quoted in US dollars. Trips of any length can be arranged, so please call Yellow Dog for details and custom package pricing.

2026/27 Rates:
Double Occupancy
7 Nights / 6 Fishing Days = $7,700.00 per person 
*Single Occupancy based on availability. Contact Yellow Dog for more information*

What’s Included:

• Accommodations and meals at the lodge
• Beverages including beer, wine, and alcohol
• Fully guided fishing
• Transfers to/from Esquel airport and the lodge
• Fishing license
• All terminal tackle (including leaders, tippets, and flies)
• Fishing equipment (including rods, reels, lines, waders, and boots)

What’s Not Included:

• International and domestic airfare
• Transfers, hotels, and meals in Buenos Aires
• Gratuities for guides and lodge staff
   

Las Pampas Lodge (Rio Pico, Argentina) 
TERMS AND CONDITIONS – CANCELLATIONS
A non-refundable deposit of 50% per person is due at the time of booking for all lodging and fishing packages, and final payment if due 90 days prior to arrival. For cancellations, all deposits and payments are non-refundable. In no event will the lodge or Yellow Dog be responsible for any cancellation of services or operations due to inclement weather, any event of force majeure, airline delays, flight cancellations, or any other reason beyond the control of the lodge. The lodge will not refund payments in the event of poor weather, or if arrival flights are cancelled or airline connections are missed. Additionally, the lodge and Yellow Dog are not responsible for covering costs associated with alternative travel arrangements including flights, hotels, meals or any other expenses incurred. For all of these reasons, and because of the no refund and no credit policy, Yellow Dog strongly recommends that anglers and guests purchase travel insurance and full coverage for your trip. If a cancelled package is resold by either the lodge or by Yellow Dog Flyfishing Adventures, then a full refund will be issued minus a $100.00 per person fee charged by Yellow Dog. Receipt of deposit and/or final payment is acknowledgment that registrant has read and accepts the deposit, cancellation, refund and responsibility clauses for these packages. Once again, Yellow Dog strongly recommends that anglers and guests purchase travel insurance all Argentina packages.

Payment Terms for All Yellow Dog Trip Bookings  
Unless otherwise noted on your invoice, for all trips less than 90 days out, full payment is required after receipt of the confirmation email to secure guides and reservations. For trips outside of 90 days, a 50% deposit is required upon receipt of confirmation email to confirm your reservations.   

Yellow Dog accepts on-line payments via a secure payment portal – a quick and easy way to complete your trip reservation. Please reach out to accounting@yellowdogflyfishing.com to gain access. 

Yellow Dog Flyfishing Standard Forms of Payment 

• Debit card (fee-free) and credit card (3% convenience fee) - to pay via card please utilize the customer payment portal. If you need assistance, reach out to 406-585-8667 ext. #3 
• Wires - please include name and/or invoice number for reference on your wire. Please reach out to accounting@yellowdogflyfishing.com for wiring instructions. (client is responsible for wiring fees) 
• Physical check - please include your invoice number in the memo. Mail checks to 213 S. Willson Ave. Bozeman, MT, 59715

If you have any questions about alternate payment methods, please contact Yellow Dog at (406) 585-8667 ext. #3. We are available Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM MT. 

"Lodge was very comfortable, clean and welcoming. Meals were all very good, nice variety, adequate portions. Only high praise for all lodge staff. Super friendly, kind and genuine. All guides were exceptional. Super knowledgeable, patient and fun." - Eric M.

"I felt like I was in what I imagined Wyoming or Montana must have been like in the 1870's. The scenery was stunning, gauchos herding a few cattle were the only source of traffic, the staff was cordial, my guide was terrific and the fish were larger than I ever thought I catch." - Anthony M.