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Coihaique
is a small town of 40,000 inhabitants founded in 1929 to encourage
settlement to this sparsely populated region of Chile. The town is
situated in a
 valley with
a great panoramic view of the mountains and is the trout capital
of this region.
This
area is a transitional zone for weather and much drier then Puerto
Montt. It is situated at 46º south on the edge of the coastal forest zone. To the east is the dry
steppe and Argentina. Coihaique boasts many rivers and fishing
opportunities, with stunning scenery in all parts. Anglers can
river fish by boat or walk/wade the many small streams and lakes. Guided Connections works with a number of outfitters in this region providing a
variety of fishing options, including the only fly-out operation
in Chile located south of Coihaique. They fish in spectacular wild country reminiscent of Alaska.
The Coihaique area and south is territory that has only been a
destination area for international fly fishermen in the past
decade. It had previously received visitors, but only recently has
become know as a prime area for fishing vacations.
It’s waters hold surprises including the possibility
of hooking various species and some true trophies. For Guided
Connections this area is one of the favorite places in the world
to fly fish!
 As mentioned above, the Coihaique
region abounds with fly fishing opportunities. Rivers to fish
include Rio Simpson, Rio Aysen, Manigaules, Rio Torreones, Rio
Azul, Coihaique Alto, Lagos Pollux and Frios, Rio Baker, Rio
Cochrane and many more. The Heart of the Andes Lodge has access to
many unknown rivers and seldom fished waters including the
O’Higgins area to the south.
 Guided Connections has spent much time in the
Coihaique region and is uniquely qualified to customize a
trip to this varied area based on your personal needs and
desires. Contact us and let us use our hard earned knowledge and experience to help arrange your next
fly fishing adventure to the incredible, unspoiled country
of Chile.
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