Colombia
Orinoco+Bita river

Day 1: Departure from Bogotá to Puerto Carreño by plane. Airport transfer to the campsite in Puerto Carreño.
Day 2: Fishing on the Bita River.
Day 3: Fishing on the Bita River.
Day 4: Fishing on the Bita River.
Day 5: Return to the city, then transfer to the Orinoco River.
Day 6: Fishing on the Orinoco River.
Day 7: Fishing on the Orinoco River.
Day 8: Half-day fishing, then in the afternoon return to Puerto Carreño for the airport or accommodation until your connecting flight. Breakfast at the campsite.

Accommodation and Camp Services:

Solar power available 24 hours a day throughout the camp
24-hour satellite internet
Three main meals daily with a varied menu (the menu will be sent a few days before the activity)
Custom-designed camp on the Bita River for up to 8 guests: 1 person per tent, each tent includes a bed, semi-orthopedic mattress, pillow, blankets, nightstand, and solar panel
Wooden cabana accommodation on the Orinoco River: single, double, or triple rooms with fans
Bathroom and shower area with personal hygiene items provided (towel, shampoo, bath soap, and toothpaste)
Daily laundry service
Hammock area
Rod holder area
Fiberglass boats

Fishing Information and Practical Advice:

Fishing is done from a boat with two anglers and one guide.

Peacock bass and payara up to 8 kg can be caught. Typical size ranges from 3 to 6 kg, with 5–10 fish per day on average.

Rain gear, face mask, cap, gloves, long trousers, and long-sleeved shirts are strongly recommended.

Be prepared for high humidity and strong UV radiation.

The guide speaks Spanish only.

The use of lip grips or any other tools that may injure the fish is not recommended.

All fish must be released after being photographed.

To enter the country, a passport valid for at least 6 months is required. No mandatory vaccinations, but tetanus and yellow fever vaccines are recommended.

Mobile coverage is unavailable or very weak during fishing activities.

Prices:

USD 2,800 per person – for 1 participant

USD 2,700 per person – for groups of 6–7 people

USD 2,600 per person – for groups of 8 people

Included in the package:

Medical assistance card (insurance)

Transport from the airport to the campsite and back using 4x4 vehicles

Boat, motor, and fuel, with cold soft drinks and a local fishing guide familiar with the rivers and lagoons

Tent and cabin accommodation

Three meals a day: breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Beverages: Coca-Cola Original, Coca-Cola Zero, Gatorade (energy drink), soda, mineral water, and Canada Dry

Laundry service

Not included:

Fishing gear

Alcoholic beverages

Airfare

Hungarian or English-speaking tour escort (available upon request under a separate agreement)

Which airport should I arrive at?
El Dorado International Airport, located in Bogotá, the capital city.

When do I need to pay for the fishing trip?
50% upon booking, and the remaining 50% no later than 90 days before the trip starts. Details can be found in the Terms and Conditions.

What is the best time to go?
The season runs from November to April. In November, occasional rain is possible, but the rivers are already fishable.

What gear is recommended?
Fly rods in 8, 10, or 12 weight depending on the target species: payara (10–12), peacock bass (10), sardinata, cachama, and arawana (8).
Recommended flies: mice, poppers, and streamers between 12–25 cm, in combinations of chartreuse-white, black-red, black-yellow, purple, blue, and green.
Cachama can be caught with fruit imitations, sardinata and arawana with bug patterns and small poppers.
For spinning: 15–30g rods for smaller fish; for payara and peacock bass, heavier rods of 30–50g casting weight may be needed. PE 1.5 braided line and 0.50 mm mono or fluorocarbon leader are recommended.

What is the fishing environment like?
The Bita River features brushy, forested banks (with occasional snags), while the Orinoco is rocky and full of sandbars.

What fish species can be caught?
Peacock bass, payara, arawana, sardinata, various catfish, and cachama.

How many fish can be caught per day?
On average, 5–10 fish per day.

Who are the guides?
Experienced local fishing guides.

Is fishing gear provided?
No. However, high-quality flies can be purchased at the campsite.

How many people fit in a boat?
Boats comfortably accommodate two anglers.

What does a typical day look like?
After a group breakfast, fishing begins. Lunch is eaten on the water from a pre-packed meal. Fishing continues until late afternoon, with return to camp before 6:30 PM.

Is the region safe?
Absolutely. Many tourists and anglers visit the area every year.

 Recommended Packing List:

Change of clothes for flights and land transfers

3 sets of lightweight fishing clothes (long pants, long-sleeved shirt or T-shirt, lightweight quick-dry hiking shoes), mask and gloves—ideally with insect and UV protection

Sleepwear

If you are vegetarian or follow a special diet, please notify us in advance or bring your own food so we can prepare it accordingly

Personal identification documents

Personal medications (stored in a waterproof container or bag)

Swimsuit and flip-flops

Lightweight water bottle (max 1L)

Cap or hat (e.g., baseball cap)

Natural sunscreen without chemicals, insect repellent (we recommend starting thiamine—Vitamin B1—a week before the trip)

Headlamp (Petzl headlamps with Core battery are recommended for reliability)

Power bank (for charging phones or action camera batteries)

100% waterproof backpack

Medium-sized microfiber towel (recommended for weight and size)

Waterproof phone case (neck strap style)

Waterproof poncho or rain jacket

Tetanus vaccination is recommended

Essential Fishing Gear:

Headlamps

Single hooks

Barbless treble hooks

Fly lines: SA Sonar Titan Tropical Clear Tip or Mastery Jungle Titan Taper

Leaders