Fly Fishing in Aysen Patagonia: Half-Day on the Simpson River

Your guide knows which pools hold trout before you cast.

A half-day fly fishing activity in Aysen Patagonia where you wade or drift through lakes, spring creeks and rivers targeting brown and rainbow trout, with a professional guide, all equipment, a gourmet lunch, and pickup included. Two anglers fish with one guide, so instruction is personalized to your skill level. Waders and boots are not provided.

The experience

The Simpson River and the lakes around Seis Lagunas hold wild trout in water so clear you'll see them move. You'll fish for four hours with a guide who knows which spots are productive right now: the spring creeks where rainbows hold, the deeper pools where browns feed, the lagoons where the light hits the water just right. Whether you wade shallow water or drift in a boat depends on the day and the fish. Your guide reads both and moves you accordingly. The landscape around you doesn't stop: snow-capped peaks, ancient forests, the kind of country that makes you understand why people come back to Patagonia.

You get a fly rod, reel and flies. Everything except waders and boots, which you'll need to bring or arrange separately. The guide teaches you the cast and the drift, how to read the water, what the trout are taking. If you've never fly fished before, the guide scales the day to that. If you've done this for years, he'll take you to harder water. Two anglers per guide means you're not standing around watching someone else fish. The guide also carries a camera, so you'll have photos of the day without stopping to take them yourself.

Around midday you'll eat a gourmet lunch (smoked salmon crostini, pumpkin soup, herb-grilled chicken, quinoa salad with local vegetables, fresh bread) either at the riverside or back at the lodge depending on where you are and how the fishing is running. You'll have water, hot beverages, and snacks throughout. Pickup and drop-off are included if you need them, and the Chilean fishing license comes with the booking.

What’s included

• Professional fishing guide who speaks English.
• fly fishing rod, reel and flies.
• Chilean fishing license.
• gourmet lunch with smoked salmon, pumpkin soup, herb-grilled chicken, quinoa salad and fresh bread.
• water, hot beverages and snacks.
• photos of your catches and the day.
• hotel pickup and drop-off when available.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to2d before

AgesAdult (14 to 90 years) · Under 14: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 11 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. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 11 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Epa

Is this one for you?Book this if you want personalized instruction in a small group. Two anglers per guide means you're not waiting for your turn to fish. The four-hour window fits a half-day itinerary and leaves the afternoon free for other activities in the region.

Top questions

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 Simpson River?

Brown and rainbow trout live in the Simpson River and the Seis Lagunas lakes. Both species thrive in Patagonia's cold, clear water, and your guide will show you where each one feeds and how to approach them.

Do I need fly fishing experience to book this?

No. The activity suits beginners to experienced anglers. Your guide will teach you the fundamentals (the cast, the drift, how to read the water), and scale the instruction to where you are starting from.

What's included in the lunch, and where do we eat?

Lunch is a gourmet spread: smoked salmon crostini, homemade pumpkin soup, herb-grilled chicken, fresh quinoa salad with local vegetables, and fresh-baked bread. You'll eat either riverside or at the lodge depending on the day's fishing and capacity.

Will I need to bring my own waders and boots?

Waders and boots are not included, so you'll need to bring your own or arrange them separately before the tour. All other fishing equipment (rod, reel, flies) is provided.

How much walking is involved, and what's the physical demand?

The activity is rated easy to moderate. You'll walk on uneven terrain to reach the water and move between fishing spots, but the pace is set by the guide and the fish. Bring weather-appropriate clothing, sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat.

Does the price include pickup from my hotel?

Pickup and drop-off are included when available. Confirm your location when you book so the guide can arrange it or let you know the meeting point.