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 The Rio Manso
Lodge is located on the southern shore of
Lago Hess and the west bank of the beautiful Rio Manso right in the heart of
Nahuel
Huapi National Park. The Rio
Manso Lodge offers both the avid and the novice angler one of the
most unique, and unparalleled fishing and nature programs
throughout Patagonia. Nestled away from the steppe, in the lush mountain forests of the
Andes Range, and only 90 minutes from
the Bariloche International Airport, the Rio
Manso Lodge is stage to the fishing and travel expedition of a
lifetime.
In a region
characterized by its snow-capped mountains and crystal clear
waters, the Rio Manso Lodge inherits majestic views of Mount Tronador’s glaciers and Lago
Hess. Prime fishing waters are literally just out the front door
or in very close proximity with options to fish both rivers, and
spectacular lakes. Great dry fly fishing as well as wet fly can be
found on the lakes.. Offering quality fishing on 15 miles of the
Rio Manso and its embodied tributaries, and on the flats and
shorelines of Lakes Fonck, Hess, Roca, Moscos, and Cesares, there
is never any shortage of fishing opportunities.
Unlike
many fishing destinations, there are equal adventure opportunities
for both the fisherman and non-angler alike, as the lodge is
ideally located in a setting of varied terrain and habitats close
to Bariloche, yet remote, that offer the non-angler a multitude of
activities such as:
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Hiking and trekking outings
ranging in difficulty from an easy 30 minute walk to the nearby
Los Alerces Waterfall, to day-long treks to the tops of the
surrounding peaks.
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Horseback riding along the
banks of rivers and lakes and through Nahuel Huapi National Park
where visitors will suddenly find themselves surrounded by
Arrayanes trees and towering forests of Coihue (or Southern Beech)
that can grow over 100 feet tall.
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Bird watching for the
splendid Condor, the giant Magellan Woodpecker or the rare Torrent
Duck.
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Scenic float trips down the
river and lake kayak trips present special perspectives and
opportunities to photograph the many attractions of this temperate
zone.
 As for the
determined angler, the fishing season at Rio Manso runs November
through April with the peak season occurring November through
January and then again mid March through the end of April. While
wading is a common method for the area, the majority of the guided
trips are carried out on boat or raft, although any trip can
always be tailored to personal preference. On any given outing,
one can expect healthy fish in the 18-20” range, though every
year, several fish in the 7-8 lbs (25-28”) trophy category are
successfully landed.
The Rio Manso
Lodge is a lovely remodeled classic lodge constructed of native
woods. It is very comfortable, and elegant in a traditional
Argentine way that is very attentive to the vacationer. The
service is excellent as well as all the meals offered. Each guest
quarters is complete with private bathrooms, panoramic views of
the Andes Range, and access to the lodge’s
dry sauna, fly tying area, full wader room for tackle and gear,
beverage bar, and spacious common area by a river stone fireplace.
While the lodge can accommodate up to 18 guests, fishing is
limited to 8 rods at any one time, with plenty of activities still
available to the non-fisherman or weary angler ready for a rest.
This super location is also very private in nature, and thus
attractive to vacationing couples. A stay at the Rio Manso Lodge
without a doubt makes for a very memorable visit to a gorgeous
location in the heart of Patagonia.
Rates
Pricing for
the Rio Manso Lodge is $595 per day for the angler and a
reduced price for all non anglers. Costs include:
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Transfers
in and out from/to Bariloche airport (90 minutes drive)
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Lodging in
single or double rooms, four of them with Jacuzzi and all with
Mount Tronador views
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Laundry
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Internet
access
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All meals
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All
beverages including wines, beer, spirits and soft drinks
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Guided
fishing with one guide and boat for every two fishermen
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Fishing
licenses
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All guided
non-fishing activities
Not included in rates:
- Personal tackle and
gear
- Purchases from the
lodge shop
- Phone calls
- Tips
- Massages
* With the booking of 7 nights at
Rio Manso Lodge each visitor shall receive one night free of
charge – pricing will be for only six of the seven days *
For more information about the
lodge and its operation or specifics about the fishing in this
beautiful Patagonia region, please contact Patty Reilly at
307.734.2448.
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