The 2024–2025 season brought steady, favorable water levels across much of the Paraná. Especially during November and December—traditionally high-water months—river conditions remained stable, allowing dorado and other species to spawn successfully. That’s great news for future seasons.
From January through early April, the river shifted between normal and slightly low levels. These conditions made underwater rock structure and sandbars the most productive areas, while logs and riverbanks, typically reliable spots, held less bait and fewer dorado. Most of the season’s action stayed in open-water structure.
While overall catch numbers were a bit lower than previous years, the average size of dorado was up, marking a clear shift toward quality over quantity. We saw this trend throughout the season—whether it was Eve landing a 26-pound fish, Mark with consistent high-quality catches, or Matt’s unforgettable 27-pounder on his first visit.
Highlights from the season:
37-pound dorado on a lure – caught over rocky structure
28-pound dorado on fly – also on rocky structure
22.5-pound dorado – biggest from a sandbar
20-pound pacú – taken on a sinking fruit fly
8-pound Pirá Pitá – caught on a streamer
All in all, a season defined by challenging conditions, strong technique, and some truly memorable fish.
Tight lines,
Fabian Anastasio – Fishing Manager
