Pirarucu Lodge

Accommodations

Floating Cabins

Season

September-December

Species

Arapaima, Arowana, Tambaqui, Peacock Bass

Ideal for

Adventurous Anglers

Fly Fishing The Largest Arapaima Reserve On Earth

Pirarucu Lodge is located in the middle of the largest arapaima reserves in the world. These waters are home to large numbers of arapaima, the largest freshwater species on the planet, but also host healthy numbers of arowana and tambaqui, which are often sight-fished with dry flies! Arapaima can grow to over 400 pounds and closely resemble a freshwater tarpon. When hooked, they explode in aerial displays, take off on long runs and surrender only after lengthy battles. Arapaima are often seen gulping air from the surface, offering sight casting to singles, pairs, or even schools of fish. Anglers will fish from comfortable, modern flat skiffs powered by 60 HP Yamaha outboards. These skiffs fish two anglers simultaneously with two large casting platforms, and the guides use a remote-control trolling motor to position the boat while fishing.

Lodging Details
Enjoy the simple and comfortable lodge that floats in the same waters you fish during your stay. This beautiful lodge is located in the middle of the largest arapaima reserve in the world and anglers can enjoy the fishery by staying in one of ten floating cabins. All cabins and the main lodge are connected by wooden walkways over the water. Meals are served in the main lodge which consists of lots of fruits as well as local cuisines. After a day of fishing enjoy the sunset with a cold drink on the porch.

Food and Beverages
Breakfasts will consist of fresh fruits, juices, tea, coffee, bread, butter, cheese, ham, eggs, and milk. Lunch and dinners will be served buffet style with Brazilian cuisines such as chicken, rice, beans, pasta, fresh fish, and salads. Wine, beer, and spirits are provided as well. It’s not recommended that people drink tap water in Brazil, so mineral and bottled water are always available.

Typical Length of Stay
A standard package is seven (7) nights / six (6) days fishing. However, options for a shorter stay are also available.

Non-angling activities and options
Pirarucu Lodge is a great option for people seeking non-angling activities. Mamiraua Reserve, where the lodge is located in the largest protected flooded forest on the planet and hosts a variety of wildlife species. In fact, during the non-fishing season, the lodge is used for bird watching and eco-tours. Some of the activities offered by the lodge are boat tours, hiking, bird and dolphin watching, canoe tours, photography journeys, and jaguar expeditions.

Internet/Communication
Guests can use the satellite phone as well as the internet.

How to Get There
Anglers will travel to Manaus (MAO) before taking a flight to Tefe before transfer the Pirarucu Lodge. While travel to Manaus is easy, we suggest contacting Yellow Dog to discuss the details of your trip.

Arrival and Departure Details / Times
We recommend arriving in Manaus a day early before you depart into the jungle. The extra day is a good idea in case of any delays. It will also give you time to enjoy Manaus. The following morning a host will pick you up at your hotel in Manaus and take you to the Azul Airlines flight 5244 to Tefe.

Documents Required
U.S. citizens will need to carry a valid U.S. passport. In June of 2019, Brazil waived tourist visas for US citizens! You no longer need a tourist visa to enter Brazil.

Travel Arrangements
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Travel Tools
– Airline Ticketing
– Moon Phases
– Rent This Rod
– Trip Insurance and Emergency Evacuation
– Global Rescue Membership

General Information
Designated as a reserve in 1996, Mamiraua’s waters remain the world’s largest arapaima reserve. The phenomenal fish can reach sizes upwards of 400 pounds. Arapaima are aptly compared to tarpon for their incredible aerial acrobatics once hooked. When fishing for arapaima anglers will usually find them gulping air off the surface and granting anglers sight fishing opportunities. Aside from arapaima there are other species that are found in the waters. Arowana is a distant cousin to arapaima, and although smaller, offer the same acrobatics and aggressive takes. Cast big streamers or dry flies to arowana and wait for a spectacular show. Finally, tambaqui, which can grow up to 100 pounds, is another aggressive species. These omnivores readily devour fish, bugs, nuts, and fruits. This fishery is truly unique and is definitely one of a kind.

Boats and Equipment Required
Anglers will fish from comfortable and modern flat skiffs powered with 60 HP Yamaha outboards.

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.

2023 Rates

Seven Nights/Six Fishing Days:

Double Occupancy: $6,350 (plus $630 Native Community Fee)
Single Occupancy and Shared Guide (subject to availability): $8,030 (plus $630 Native Community Fee)
Single Occupancy and Single Skiff: $10,160 (plus $630 Native Community Fee)
Non-Angler: $3,210 (plus $320 Native Community Fee)

Five nights/Four Fishing Days:

Double Occupancy: $5,150 (plus $510 Native Community Fee)
Single Occupancy and Shared Guide (Subject to availability): $6,350 (plus $510 Native Community Fee)
Single Occupancy and Single Skiff: $8,240 (plus $510 Native Community Fee)
‍Non-Angler: $2,675 (plus $265 Native Community Fee)

What’s Included:

One overnight at the four-star Intercity Hotel in Manaus (arrival day)
All ground transfers within Manaus
Ground and boat transfer from Tefe airport to the Lodge
Guided fishing
Accommodations at Pirarucu Lodge
All-inclusive meals and beverages at the lodge
Fishing licenses

What’s Not Included:

International flights
Manaus-Tefe Commercial Jet Flight Azul Airlines
Meals and beverages in Manaus
Fly fishing leaders, wire, and flies
Gratuities for guides and lodge staff
Trip insurance
Airport taxes
Brazil tourist visa (waived as of 2019)
Indian Communities Fee (To be paid direct upon arrival in USD)

Pirarucu (Brazil)
TERMS AND CONDITIONS – CANCELLATIONS
A non-refundable deposit of 50% per person is due at the time of booking to hold both space and guides for all Pirarucu packages. In the case of cancellations, all deposits and payments are non-refundable. Because of the lodge’s strict no refund policy, we highly recommend the purchase of trip cancellation insurance. No space or guides will be held without receipt of deposit. Full pre-payment is due 90 days prior to date of trip. Pirarucu will not refund payments in the event poor weather, or for unused portions of any package. If a cancelled package is resold by either the lodge or by Yellow Dog Flyfishing Adventures, then a full refund will be sent minus a $100.00 per person cancellation fee charged by Yellow Dog Flyfishing. All baggage and personal belongings are the sole responsibility of its owners at all times. We highly recommend obtaining a comprehensible travel insurance covering loss and robbery of baggage and personal belongings. In no event will the lodge or agent be responsible for any losses. The lodge and agent will not be responsible for any loss, damage or injury arising while practicing sportfishing or any other activity, or for any loss damage or injury suffered aboard an airplane or a charter plane. The operator reserves the right to make changes to the trip itinerary whenever judged necessary by circumstances beyond the operator’s control, or major force circumstances. In this case, no refund will be made, although the trip itinerary, dates and/or destination can be changed by Untamed Angling and a trip credit issued. This amount will be at the sole discretion of the operator. Please be aware that all guests will be required to sign and return an Untamed Angling Indemnity Form prior to the trip, and there will be no exceptions to this. No refunds can be made for unused arrangements or fishing time lost due to inclement weather. Receipt of deposit and/or final payment is acknowledgment that registrant has read and accepts the deposit, cancellation, refund and responsibility clauses for these Amazon packages.

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Payment Terms For All Yellow Dog Trip Bookings
In order to lock in your trip reservation, we ask that you please remit payment at the time of receipt of invoice. For your convenience, Yellow Dog accepts on-line payments via a direct and secure ACH platform – a quick and easy way to complete your trip reservation. Note that all Yellow Dog invoices include a live link that takes you directly to the Yellow Dog ACH platform for fast and easy payment. For open and existing invoices with a remaining balance, payment reminders also include this easy link to the ACH page.

Other customary forms of payment that are accepted are checks or wire transfers. If you would like to pay in a different way or have any questions about alternate payment methods, please contact Yellow Dog at (888) 777-5060 or (406) 585-8667. We are available Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Beginning September 1st, 2020, Yellow Dog will apply a 3% convenience fee for all credit card transactions.

Yellow Dog Flyfishing Adventures Standard Forms For Payment

ACH online payments (for US banking institutions only).
Traditional checks (sent via mail)
Electronic wire payments (client is responsible for any wiring fees)

*Please contact us if you prefer or require a different payment option. Convenience fees may apply for other payment methods.

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