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DORADO - ARGENTINA - WE ARE BOOKING 2007.
PIRA LODGE Ibera Marshlands, Argentina The Golden Dorado of Argentina.
The Tiger of the water!
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.
For Europe Contact Arni Baldursson at arnibald@lax-a.is tel: +354 5576100
For USA Contact Fred Clough at fred@lax-a.is or call in the USA at 207-423-4306
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.
Other activities available:
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Kayaking
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Bird watching
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Horseback riding
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Snorkeling
For further information about fishing in Argentina please contact Árni Baldursson at Lax-á office through e-mail: arnib@lax-a.is
