Half-Day Flyfishing on the Limay River from Bariloche

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Difficulty

moderate

Duration

4–5 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for average fitness; must be able to step into/out of a raft and do light wading.

Overview

Float 12 km of the Limay River from Bariloche in a half-day guided trip that combines drifting in cata-rafts with frequent wading stops. Ideal for beginners and experienced anglers, the excursion delivers clear water, healthy trout, and hands-on instruction.

Half-Day Flyfishing on the Limay River from Bariloche

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Date

Thu, Oct 30

Travelers

The raft slips off the bank with a soft, cautious shove and the Limay immediately begins to assert itself—cool, clear water cutting a bright ribbon through pale rock and stunted pines. Two anglers and an attentive guide sit in a cata-raft built for moving water; lines arc, land, and skim as the boat drifts roughly 12 km (7 miles) downstream. Wind teases the surface; trout break like small, impatient applause. It is a half-day that compresses Patagonia’s scale into a handful of memorable casts.

Adventure Photos

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Adventure Tips

Bring polarized sunglasses

Polarized lenses reduce surface glare and make it easier to spot rising trout and underwater structure.

Wear chest waders or quick-dry pants

Wading is part of the trip—waders keep you dry and comfortable when stepping into shallow runs or climbing aboard the raft.

Specify fly or spinning when booking

Guides supply gear for both, but telling them your preference ahead ensures the correct tackle is ready.

Protect against sun and wind

Bring sunscreen, a brimmed hat, and a light wind shell—Patagonian sun can be intense even on cool days.

Local Insights

Wildlife

Andean condor
Huemul (South Andean deer)

History

The Limay drains Nahuel Huapi and runs through territory long used by Mapuche peoples; the surrounding park was Argentina’s first national park, created in 1934.

Conservation

Guides practice catch-and-release and strict bank etiquette; visitors should avoid trampling riparian vegetation and follow park fishing regulations to protect native stocks.