SEASON 2014
“MY BEST FISHING TRIP, EVER!” Bart Bonime, Patagonia Clothing Co. Fishing Department Director and experienced travel fisherman.
Las Pampas Style We have so many fishing options at Las Pampas Lodge, it's almost not fair with other areas and lodges.
Miles and miles of the Rio Pico and its tributaries, same as surrounding trophy lakes, run very close to the lodge property. In addition, anglers have private access to numerous secret spring-creeks. Take a time and check our new brochure with amazing photos from Bryan Gregson and all the news on the “Las Pampas Style� program, fishing, lodging, rates, bookings and extras for 2014.
“Las Pampas Style” Fly Fishing Program If you are crazy for wild trout fishing, you know that this part of Patagonia is pretty hard to beat. For Season 2014, we have worked our brains out and added more than 10 new fisheries to our program in the Rio Pico region and 2 great fisheries in Lago Verde, Chile, right after crossing the border. Being the first outfitters of the area to offer fishing at both sides of the Andes, in the same trip! And we are obsessed with what we call the “Rio Pico Grand Slam”: catching a trophy Rainbow, Brown and Brook trout in the same week!!! Because of the fishing diversity we have at a short distance (the longest drive is an hour from the lodge), anglers get to fish different size waters and techniques in a same trip. All
of you know, what is the “star” of our program: the Dry Fly Fishing. But using killer dry-droppers, nymphs and streamers specially selected and provided by our guides, when fish are not rising, makes everybody happy to be able to use their favorite flies and techniques. The lodge's full-time, on-staff guides and assistance are professional, patient, and personable, speak great English and they know these waters in and out. Whether you're a beginner looking for instruction, or an expert in search of the next challenge, they're here to help make it happen.
Lodging At Las Pampas Lodge, we know that there's more to a fishing trip than just the fishing.
Season after season we improve our service in the lodge and out of it. We always double in number our guests with our lodge staff. This ends up in the most personable and dedicated service. Intimate, as a lodge with only four bedrooms (with private bathrooms and a spectacular view of the Cerro Desnudo) in the middle of the wilderness, can be. People just leave back home not knowing what was best: the fishing, the food, the showers, the beds or the drinks in the kitchen!!! So, each morning, you'll be awakened at
whatever time you choose with a soft knock on your bedroom door. The breakfast menu offers classics like your favorite style eggs, fruits, as well as unique lodge specialties and coffee, tea, juice, or whatever you like . Lunch is served streamside by your guide and assistance guide, with home-made gourmet dishes, fried specialties, salads, beverages, and desserts. Your dining experience at Las Lodge begins with cocktails in open bar and a super “picada� argentines salames, olives and
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beside one of the best fireplaces in Patagonia.
Argentine Malbec wines, blended with the menu.
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Our dinner menu tempts you with a range of inspired choices of our professional Chef, from fresh lamb and vegetarian dishes, to steaks and chops, many of which feature local and organic ingredients. In the evenings, guests typically dine together, sharing stories and getting to know each other over the finest
TAKE A BREAK NEXT WINTER AND COME TO ENJOY ONE OF THE BEST ANGLING EXPERIENCES IN PATAGONIA. You will love to join the “Las Pampas Style� and feel Argentine fly fishing and hospitality to it's highest.
People just leave back home not knowing what was best: The fishing, the food, the showers, the beds or the drinks in the kitchen!!!
Lunch is served streamside by your guide and assistance guide, with home-made gourmet dishes, fried specialties, salads, beverages, and desserts.
Why Las Pampas Lodge? 100% of our guests get to know Las Pampas Lodge from “mouth to mouth”. And we just love it happens that way!!! • We book and host every single trip to get to know our guests as friends and make sure they get only the best. • Since the moment you arrive to Patagonia, you will feel more comfortable than in your own home land. • With us, you'll never feel like a tourist in a far land. Our enthusiasm for service is second to none. • We make sure all our neighbors and workers are successful and we are committed to the Rio Pico Region. • We have no special deal with any travel agent in the industry.
• We have no hidden or extra costs. Our programs are authentic “all inclusive”: since you arrive till you depart of Patagonia. • We are the first outfitters of the area and the lodge was the first lodge built in the area too. • We provide one of the best food in Patagonia, by far. Our chef has a degree in the Cordon Blue Institute and his food is one of the finest. And we didn't even mention Eduardo's asados (Argentine BBQ)!! • We have been LOCALS in the Las Pampas/Rio Pico area for more than 12 years.
• We know the area of Rio Pico and the access to its waters more than any other outfitter in the world. • We don't guess where tomorrow's fishing could be good. We KNOW where, because we live the 180 days of the season in the Rio Pico area waters. • Our Staff makes us proud and are the “stone” where the whole operation stands. • We consider our program as a “life changing” trip. You will just get surprised on how professional and natural everything works during your stay. • We have the best equipment for you:
4WD Toyota Hilux trucks, NRS rafts, RL Winston Rods and Patagonia Co. gear. • We come back to the lodge after fishing whenever YOU decide: because you are completely tired of casting or till the last fish rises on a late hatch or because you want to have a hot shower and enjoy a drink at the lodge's deck. Just know, our guides love to fish till dark!!! • We have the best team to help you book your flights and your time in Buenos Aires, for no extra cost. • We offer you, all our knowledge of one of the last untouched fishing scenarios of the world.
Program Rates 2014 Las Pampas Style Program: 7 nights / 6 fishing days Day 1 - Domestic Flight AEP - ESQ (2hs) and Transfer (2:30hs) to Las Pampas Lodge. Day 2 - Fishing the Rio Pico (1st Section) Day 3 - Fishing Lago 5 Day 4 - Fishing the Rio Pampa and Spring creek Day 5 - Fishing Lago 3 or Lago 1 Day 6 - Fishing the Rio Nielson Day 7 - Fishing the Rio Pico (2nd Section) Day 8 - Transfer to Esquel Airport. Depart from ESQ – AEP The fishing options may change order because of weather or angler's fishing preference of wading or floating. Included: Transfers in/out Esquel (ESQ) Airport to Las Pampas Lodge - Lodging - All foods - All Beverages - English speaking, full equipped, Guide - Guide assistance - Daily transfers to fishing areas - All terminals (leaders, tippets and flies) - Private waters fees Fishing license. Not included: Airfares - Buenos Aires hotel and transfers - Gratitude for staff Price per angler Season 2014 (January to April): U$D 4495.Extra fishing day: U$D 649.-
New for 2014! LP Style + Esquel Waters Program: 9 nights / 8 fishing days Get the best of the Rio Pico area and the Esquel/Trevelin/Los Alerces NP area in one trip. Day 7 - Same as “Las Pampas Style Program” Day 8 - Fishing Hog lake or the Rio Corcovado. Arrive to Las Pampas North base camp lodge. Day 9 - Fishing the Rio Rivadavia or the Rio Frey (Los Alerces National Park) Day 10 - Fishing the Rio Grande or Futaleufu Day 11 - Transfer to Esquel Airport. Depart to Buenos Aires. Price per angler: U$D 5790.-
LP Style + Golden Dorado: 12 nights / 11 fishing days The Ultimate Argentina Fly Fishing Experience!!! Day 1 - Arrive to BA. Depart to Corrientes City. Arrive to Las Pampas Dorado base camp lodge. Day 2 - Fishing the Rio Parana (Section I) Day 3 - Fishing outside channels of the Rio Parana Day 4 - Fishing the Rio Pacu Day 5 - Fishing the Rio Parana (Section 2) Day 6 - Domestic flights Correintes-BA-Esquel. Arrive to Las Pampas Lodge. Day 7 - Same as “Las Pampas Style Program” (Day 2). Price per angler: U$D 7590.All these programs are “all inclusive”: lodging, meals, all beverages, guided fishing, daily transfers to fisheries, all terminals and private access fees. Contact us for more information regarding these 2 new programs that can be easily added to the standard Las Pampas Style one. These two extra programs are hosted by Agustin Fox and/or our head guides Andres Muller and Martin Gallo.
How to book your next adventure? Just follow these 3 easy steps to book your next fly fishing trip to Patagonia: 1) Contact Agustin Fox by: Email: agustinfox@laspampaslodge.com Skype: oggiefox Facebook: AF Las Pampas Lodge Phone: (#US) 011 54 9 2945 412274
or Doug Colonel by: Email: doug@laspampaslodge.com Skype: dougcolonel Facebook: Doug Colonel Phone: (#US) 307-413-3431
We will personally attend your inquiries and match the trip of your dreams. We will work together, the best time and dates for your trip. 2) Consult your travel agent and/or our travel agent (alicia@holdytours.com) and book your international flights to Buenos Aires, Argentina, and your domestic flights to Esquel, Patagonia. 3) Send us a deposit or transfer for the 50% cost of your trip and your booked for your next fishing adventure!! Easy and in person. You will only get what you want. And pay the best price for it. Many traveled fishermen have already proved this. We are waiting for you and want to show you the new fly fishing travel experience. Forget about any other operation you have visited before, Las Pampas Lodge will spoil you for ever!! And not only because of the big fish. (well..., just a secret: fishing is still our highlight among others...). See you all next 2014!!!! Agustin Fox, Las Pampas Lodge.
Deposits and Reservations A 50% deposit is required to secure your reservation. Deposits for any cancellations made more than 90 days prior to arrival date will be refunded in their entirety. Deposits for cancellations made less than 90 days from arrival date will be subject to forfeiture unless the same dates are sold at full price. Refunds are not issued for stays shorter than the original reservation. Arrival/Departure to Buenos Aires and Esquel If desired, you will be met by Las Pampas Lodge's Buenos Aires transfer agent (Gaia, Ines or Marina from LOL Argentina) at the international airport and transferred either to your hotel or to the domestic airport for immediate departure to Esquel or Bariloche. The agent in Buenos Aires can easily re-confirm your flights, make dinner reservations, share a cocktail, and take you on a city tour if you wish. From Buenos Aires, it takes about two hours to fly to Esquel. After landing at the Esquel airport, you will be met by your Las Pampas Lodge hosts and guides and taken to the lodge. This transfer is included in your package. If you fly instead into Bariloche, we can also arrange the transfer from the Bariloche airport to the lodge, but keep in mind that there will be an additional transfer fee. Gratuity Guidelines Many of our guests have questions about the proper procedure for tipping at Las Pampas Lodge. Please use the following as a guideline for what you feel is appropriate. We employ a tip pool that’s shared by the entire lodge staff because everyone here plays a critical role in ensuring your experience is positive. Most of our guests choose to put 10% of their total bill toward this tip pool, which can be included in the final bill upon checkout. Additionally, fishing guides receive an average of $100 per day for each guided trip (1 or 2 anglers), and the guides prefer cash or personal check. You can tip your guide at the end of the day, or the end of your stay – whatever’s most convenient for you. And remember, these are simply guidelines, and you should tip what you feel is appropriate. And please let us know if there’s anything special that we can do to enhance your stay.
Las Pampas - Rio Pico - Chubut PATAGONIA ARGENTINA www.laspampaslodge.com Facebook: Las Pampas Lodge Phone: (#US) 011 54 9 2945 412274