Fly Fishing on Private Andean River: Mendoza Full Day

You fish from the bank on narrow mountain streams at high elevation, waders not required.

Spend eight hours fly fishing on a private fast-flowing river in Uco Valley's high Andes, starting with hotel pickup in Mendoza and ending back in the city at 6pm. Cast for rainbow and brown trout while condors circle overhead, then break for a full Argentine asado with fine wine at 2pm. All fishing equipment, transport, guide and meals are included.

The experience

The day starts with pickup at 8am from your Mendoza hotel and a two-hour drive south along La Carrera, a mountain road that climbs to 2,000 meters elevation where the Andes foothills meet Valle de Uco. The rivers here are fast-flowing mountain creeks fed by snowmelt, narrow enough that you fish from the bank without waders, casting for rainbow and brown trout that move through the cold water year-round. September through April brings the best conditions, though the streams stay fishable in every season.

At 2pm the guide brings you to the ranch for a full Argentine asado: multiple cuts of beef, kid goat and chicken roasted with vegetables, served with salads and fine wines from the region. Vegetarian dishes are available if you request them at booking. After lunch and coffee, you return to the river for the afternoon session, fishing until the light starts to fade. The drive back to Mendoza takes two hours, arriving around 6pm.

A live guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese stays with you throughout, handling the logistics and pointing out the wildlife: desert fox, distant puma and condors are regular sightings in these isolated valleys. All fly rods, flies and tackle come with the package, along with snacks and drinks during the day. Wear long pants, a long-sleeve shirt and sturdy shoes. Sunglasses are essential at this elevation.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Mendoza.
• private vehicle transport.
• live guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese.
• all fishing rods, flies and tackle.
• light refreshments and snacks throughout the day.
• full Argentine asado lunch with beef, goat, chicken and roasted vegetables.
• fine wines and salads.
• coffee and tea.
• vegetarian dishes available on request.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (18 to 75 years) · Under 18: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Portuguese

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 29 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 12 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePets welcome

Operated by Trout Wine Tours

Is this one for you?Pick this if you want to fish all day in remote valleys without driving yourself. The guide handles transport and you're back in Mendoza by 6pm.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Portuguese.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What kind of trout will I be fishing for on the Andean river?

Rainbow and brown trout live in the fast-flowing mountain creeks of Uco Valley, where the cold water and elevation suit both species year-round.

Do I need waders to fish these streams?

No. The rivers are narrow mountain creeks where you fish from the bank, so waders are not required. Sturdy shoes and long pants are enough.

What happens if I've never fly fished before?

The excursion is designed for both beginners and enthusiasts, and your guide will be with you all day to teach technique and help you read the water.

What is included in the barbecue lunch at 2pm?

The asado includes multiple cuts of beef, kid goat and chicken roasted with vegetables, plus salads and fine wines from Mendoza. Vegetarian options are available if you request them when booking.

How long is the drive from Mendoza to the fishing rivers?

The drive south along La Carrera to Uco Valley takes two hours each way, with the return to Mendoza around 6pm.