Fishing on the river Itapira

“Itapara Lodge”, one of the best places in Brazil for catching trophy peacock bass (up to 11 kg), is located  south of Roraima state, in an almost unexplored part of the Amazon rainforest. The Lodge is remote from human inhabited areas, with the nearest village being a 5 hour speedboat ride away.
Example itinerary for a 4, 5 day guided fishing trip:
Arrival in Manaus: After clearing customs, you will be met by a representative of the lodge. You will then be transferred to the Quality Hotel Manaus for your overnight stay. Hotel accommodation is included in the package.
Day 1: A representative will meet you at the hotel and take you to the airport. For your flight to the lodge. You will arrive at the lodge at 9:00 am and enjoy a late breakfast. After breakfast, you will spend the rest of the day fishing.
Days 2-5: Four full days of fishing in the river channels and lagoons. You can move between the main and lower lodges, fishing 75 miles of river. Anglers can spend up to two nights at the lower lodge or spend the entire trip at the main lodge. Breakfast is served at 6:00 am. At noon you can choose to have lunch on the river or at the lodge. Late afternoon you will return to the lodge for appetizers and drinks, followed by dinner at 7:00 pm.
Day 6: After breakfast at the lodge, you will take a charter flight back to Manaus.

Guides: Experienced local guides speak Portuguese and one guide speaks English.

Fishing techniques: Peacock bass fishing techniques include fly fishing, live bait fishing and throwing shallow water lures, jigs and topwaters.
Fishing Equipment: The Lodge does not provide fishing equipment.
Fishing License: A weekly fishing license is purchased at the Lodge for $20.
Physical Condition: You do not need to be in perfect physical condition for this trip, as you will be fishing mostly from boats.

Package includes:
- Ground transfers from Manaus to the hotel and charter flight
- First and last night at Quality Hotel Manaus, if necessary
- Domestic charter flights between Manaus and the Lodge
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Open bar: all drinks included, except imported brands.
- Wi-Fi in the main lodge
- Daily laundry service
- Guided fishing
Package does not include:
- International airfare to and from Manaus, Brazil
- Meals in Manaus
- Satellite phone calls
- Imported alcohol
- Fishing equipment and tackle
- Fishing license ($20)
- Tips for guides and lodge staff
- Global Rescue
- Travel insurance
ClimateClimate
The daytime temperature typically ranges from 26 to 36 degrees. C., in the evening can drop to 20 degrees. Heavy tropical downpours can occur even during the "dry season", so don't forget to bring raincoats.
How to get thereHow to get there
Upon arrival in Manaus You will be met by the Lodge, with which you can make a 80 minute flight to the Lodge (Luggage weight of 40 pounds).

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High season

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Perch peacock
The fishing season starts in early October, after the rainy season when the water subsides and returns to its natural riverbed. At this time the peacock bass are most active strikes of any lure. A drop of water on the spot of her spill formed numerous creeks and lakes, they are the best places to search for perch. The season ends in early April. Peak fishing is in between 25 December and 15 March.

Placement

The entire Lodge is designed to accommodate 28 guests in the main building can accommodate 18 people and 10 cottages. It offers comfortable rooms with two double beds, air conditioning and bathroom with hot water shower. Full Board and local drinks, including alcoholic (import not included).
In the main cottage there is satellite TV in the lounge and a small pool. It offers free Wi-Fi. Outdoor bar is open from 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM. Downstream the river is about 60 km Located luxurious duplex cottages.
The Lodge has satellite TV, Billiards, pool, satellite phone, a bar and Internet access.
On-site runway aircraft Piper Cheyenne III, which, if necessary, for 80 minutes will take You to the city of Manaus.
Meals: Breakfast starts at 6 a.m. and includes fruits, juices, pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon, fresh pastries, and jelly. You can dine in the hotel or on the beach with the previously taken food. Dinner with meat and fish dishes is served at 19-20h..

Boats

Fishing boat in Itapira Lodge
Fifteen 17-foot aluminum boats with swivel seats and motors 25 and 40 HP can accommodate two fishermen and a guide.
Despite the fact that we are trying to predict the best time curiosities tropical weather is such that even in the dry season can go by heavy rains. While rising water and the fish the fish becomes very weak. You must be willing to take the risk.
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5 nights at the lodge and 4.5 days of guided fishing
Two fishermen on boat and room $5,500 per person
One fisherman on a boat and in a room $7,500
10 nights at the lodge and 9.5 days of guided fishing
Two fishermen on boat and room $7,500 per person
One fisherman on a boat and in a room $10,500