River Diary

Pirá Lodge: End of Season Report 2024-25

We kicked off the 2024-25 season a bit earlier than usual—and it paid off in a big way. Ideal water conditions greeted us from the start, and the system was loaded with dorado from top to bottom. In the upper beats, we were able to access remote lagoons, where anglers like Francois B. landed a …

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Villa María Lodge: End of Season Report 2025

Villa María Lodge – 2025 Season Wrap-Up As we close out the 2025 season at Villa María Lodge, it’s clear that this year was truly one for the books. The season played out differently than previous years, presenting its own set of challenges—and rewards. Unlike last year, when we experienced abundant water levels, regular light …

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Suindá Lodge: End of Season Report 2025

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 …

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Kau Tapen Lodge: End of Season Report 2025

As the 2025 fishing season comes to a close, it’s time to reflect on the highs and the challenges that shaped our journey, taking with us the lessons learned and the unforgettable moments that have defined another remarkable season at Kau Tapen. We began the season in early January with low water conditions, yet the …

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Villa María Lodge – Week 12: March 14th to 21st, 2025

We wrapped up Week 12 at Villa María Lodge, and there’s no denying that autumn is starting to make its presence felt on the river system.

The week began with cold water, ranging from 7 to 8.5 degrees Celsius, which slowed the fishing down considerably. As often happens with sudden drops in water temperature, the fish needed time to adapt before returning to their usual behavior. By the third day, one of Rio Grande’s famous winds picked up, reducing visibility to just 30 cm. However, this seemed to trigger the fish, and we saw some excellent fishing as a result.

Kau Tapen Lodge – Week 11: March 15th to 22nd , 2025

We’ve just wrapped up the eleventh week of fishing here at Kau Tapen, with a wonderful group of international anglers from the United Kingdom and the US. It’s been another week of learning, adapting, and chasing the elusive sea trout on both the Rio Grande and Menendez rivers.

Villa María Lodge – Week 11: March 7th to 14th, 2025

We started the week with high water levels following heavy rains from the previous days. Water temperatures were low, and some turbidity from suspended sediment made the fishing a bit more challenging. Under these conditions, we relied on heavy lines and large flies—intruders and leeches were the go-to choices to tempt the fish in the slower, deeper runs.

Kau Tapen Lodge – Week 10: March 8th to 15th, 2025

We’ve just wrapped up our 10th week of fishing on both the Río Grande and Menendez rivers, hosting a fantastic group of international anglers from the United Kingdom and the US.

Since the rise two weeks ago, sporadic rainfall has kept the waters of both rivers fresh and active, maintaining good fishing conditions throughout the week. With the color and speed of the water, we turned to bigger flies and sink tips to slow down our presentation and target fish where they were holding. The cooler water temperatures also influenced our tackle choices, requiring more precise techniques

40th Anniversary Kau Tapen Lodge

We rarely look backwards as we continue to grow and develop exciting sporting properties at The Kautapen Group, but for a moment we want to pause and reflect on a journey that began four decades ago in the remote and pristine landscape of Tierra del Fuego, Argentina. This year marks the 40th anniversary of our flagship property, Kau Tapen Lodge –40 years is a milestone that fills us with pride and also gratitude. What began as a modest family venture has grown into one of the world’s most respected fishing lodges, renowned for its dedication to the sport of fly fishing and the preservation of the natural environment.

Kau Tapen Lodge – Week 9: March 1st to 8th, 2025

We’ve just wrapped up the tenth week of fishing on both the Rio Grande and Menendez rivers, hosting a group of international anglers from the United Kingdom. Following the rain from the previous week, the Rio Grande gained some color, and the fish began to spread out, providing better opportunities during morning and early evening …

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