The Biobío River Valley in Lonquimay is a place of untamed nature and deep Andean identity. Nestled in the heart of Chile’s Araucanía mountain range, the upper stretch of the Biobío flows through native forests of araucarias and coigües, shaped by volcanic slopes and pure mountain air.

Its cold, oxygen-rich waters form a technical river, perfect for floating and reading every structure — deep pools, tight runs, soft edges. Here, fly fishing becomes more than just a sport; it’s a way to connect with the landscape and to engage wild trout that test both skill and patience.

In this valley, every fishing day feels like an expedition. Few places in Chile offer such a powerful combination of solitude, river intensity, and natural authenticity.

We are at Lonquimay town. Right near the Border with Argentina,  at 2,800 Feet. In the middle of the Andes. Volcanoes, Nothofagus genero forest, Monkey puzzle tree forest (This tree is a Natural monument, protected by government), here in any direction you take, you will be seeing Rivers, creeks, lakes, ponds. This is one of those isolated unexplored valleys that calls you to keep visiting.

Right outside of Lonquimay town (10.000 people), is where we stay for our fishing operation.Brand new Comfortable all wood & stone  design building hotel.12 very spacious rooms,  350 up to 600 square feet. Located in the 2nd and third floor of this 17.000 square feet building.All of the rooms feature two beds, a large private bathroom, climate heating control system.Restaurant, resting areas, Swimming pool, micro brewery that supplies 4 different types of Chilean Beer,  hot tubs and barbecue area for those typical Chilean Asados (Barbecue).

The hotel, was built in oak and pine wood on stone base structure, this will give a comfortable and worm atmosphere. One building where you can find superior rooms, resting areas, 12 acres native forest property where you can find the solitude and enjoy  a morning walking. Restaurant where all the meals and cocktails will be prepare for every day excursion. Barbecue area, Micro brewery that will supply fresh made beer for the clients in every fishing trip during the week.

RESTAURANT AND MEALS

A Bar and a confirmable spacious restaurant will be the main area where breakfast and dinners will be served. Also, from the same kitchen river side lunches will be produce and ready to be pick up by the guides in morning when your fishing trip starts.

Typical Chilean cuisine with an important touch from the local communities are in every meal we prepare at our kitchen.

Our Fishing operation is located in the valley of the Lonquimay river, one of the main tributries for the Bio Bio River. (This Bio Bio river is one of the largest river in Chile).
The Geography let Us have a good and diverse type of Fly Fishing program, We are settle right in the upper Andes mountain thick vegetation forest and over viewing the open flat valleys near the border with Argentina.  Mostly float trips in rivers, with more than 40 miles of Bio Bio river 4 to 5 different section already available to float, also Lonquimay river, Rahue river Lakes, lagoons and spring creeks are in the menu.

Earlier in the season is good to fish the head waters and the spring creeks.
Mid summer, hotter weather is great to float all rivers and wade the mid size rivers. Dry fly action or matching the hatch will be the deal.
March and April, fall season fishing is excellent to wait for the big browns that run up stream and get ready for the spawning season.

CAPACITY: For 2026  we will have a max of 6 anglers fishing per week.
SEASON: Starts the second week of November up to first week of May.

THE WEATHER: In Lonquimay, the summers are warm, wet, and mostly clear. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 37°F to 87°F.

NOT REALLY WINDY: The windier part of the year lasts for 7 months, from August 1 to March 1, with average wind speeds of more than 8.7 miles per hour.

The logistic is not complicated in terms of distance, the max in between 30 min to ONE hour you reach many different rivers, some private access and we have the boats to selects river float or lake fishing.   
Resident brown trout and rainbows are in our water.  In a float trip you can expect average 16 to 22 inches trout, every week we are seeing and catching 24 plus inches resident trout. Rarely we see other local boats floating.

Streamer fishing from the boat is what appears to be the easiest ways, but our area is likely so diverse that we can fish dries and droppers, sight fishing, big dry flies, match the hatch, etc.

Guides: We have 3 bilingual flyfishing guides from the area. Rafts and cataraft boat are part of our inventory. 

TYPICAL FISHING ITINERARY.

6:30 AM Fresh made Coffee will be ready  to start the day, down in the main area of the restaurant.
7:30 AM Breakfast will be serve in the common table of the restaurant

9: 00 AM The guides will be ready to take you out fishing.

River side lunch will be serve by your guide, usually around 2 pm. (will all depends how the fishing conditions are going along)

19:00 to 20:00 hrs you will be back to the lodge, where the host is going to be waiting with the cocktails and appetizers.

20:30 Hrs. Dinner will be serve, mean while the head guide will explain the details for your next day fishing trip.   

Most main international airlines (Delta, American, LAN, and several others) offer overnight flights into Santiago’s Arturo Benitez International Airport (SCL). From Santiago there are daily flights to Punta Arenas (PUQ) and Puerto Natales (PNT), with both LANTAM and Sky Airlines. Flying from Santiago to these destinations takes approximately 3 hours. Once travelers land at the airport, they are met by their guides who transport them to the lodge. The drive time from Punta Arenas (PUQ) is 1 hrs. and 40 minutes and the drive time from Puerto Natales (PNT) is 45 minutes. Arrival and Departure Details / Times The ground transfer trip from Punta Arenas is not just another drive but rather the first breathtaking contact that guests have with the immensity of Southern Patagonia. Upon arrival in Punta Arenas you will be met by a representative from Grey Fox Outdoor and transferred via van to the lodge. If guests prefer to fly into Puerto Natales (PNT) the drive time is significantly shorter. Documents Required You will need a valid passport to enter the country of Chile. Citizens of the United States, Canada, and the UK do not need a visa unless they plan on staying for more than three months.

A non-refundable deposit of 50% per person is due at the time of booking for all lodging and fishing packages, and final payment if due 90 days prior to arrival.

For cancellations, all deposits and payments are non-refundable. In no event will the resort or travel agent be responsible for any cancellation of services or operations due to inclement weather, any event of force majeure, airline delays, flight cancellations, or any other reason beyond the control of the resort.

The resort will not refund payments in the event of poor weather, or if arrival flights are cancelled or airline connections are missed.

Additionally, the resort and the travel agent are not responsible for covering costs associated with alternative travel arrangements including flights, hotels, meals or any other expenses incurred. For all of these reasons, and because of the no refund and no credit policy, The travel agent strongly recommends that anglers and guests purchase travel insurance and full coverage for your trip. If a cancelled package is resold by either the lodge or Travel Agency, then a full refund will be issued minus a $100.00 per person fee charged by The Travel Agency.

Receipt of deposit and/or final payment is acknowledgment that registrant has read and accepts the deposit, cancellation, refund and responsibility clauses for these packages. Once again, The Travel Agency strongly recommends that anglers and guests purchase travel insurance all Chile packages.

In order to lock in your trip reservation, we ask that you please remit payment at the time of receipt of invoice. For your convenience, The travel agent accepts on-line payments via a direct and secure ACH platform – a quick and easy way to complete your trip reservation. Note that all the travel agent invoices include a live link that takes you directly to the Travel agent ACH platform for fast and easy payment. For open and existing invoices with a remaining balance, payment reminders also include this easy link to the ACH page.

Other customary forms of payment that are accepted are checks or wire transfers.