Skip the Amazon and fight freshwater giants in Arcadia, Florida. This Platinum Level land-based trip targets arapaima up to and above 250 pounds on a private property—small groups, catch-and-release, and focused instruction make it a one-of-a-kind North American trophy day.
Skip the Amazon and fight freshwater giants in Arcadia, Florida. This Platinum Level land-based trip targets arapaima up to and above 250 pounds on a private property—small groups, catch-and-release, and focused instruction make it a one-of-a-kind North American trophy day.
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Operated by Bienvenue Outdoors · Arcadia, Florida
challenging.
6 hours.
Moderate fitness required—ability to scramble on uneven banks and to hold or brace during long fish fights.
You will receive a text message from your guide the night before with the exact Arcadia address for your trip to protect the private property.
Trips run approximately six hours and are designed as focused, half-day sessions for up to four people.
Arapaima are Amazonian species; this experience offers managed, private freshwater encounters in North America—your guide can explain the property’s management and conservation practices.
Yes; the program is strictly catch-and-release with handling protocols to minimize stress and protect the fish.
Minimum and maximum ages are not specified; guests should be physically able to scramble on banks and handle lengthy rod-work during fights.
Clients who are intoxicated or pose a danger to themselves, others, or the property will be returned to the starting point and asked to leave without a refund.
Arcadia is a small city in DeSoto County, Florida, historically rooted in ranching and agriculture; the region offers quiet rural access to freshwater fisheries.
The trip emphasizes catch-and-release and careful handling; private property management reduces disturbance and helps preserve big-fish genetics for future anglers.
Bienvenue Outdoors is a Florida outfitter that specializes in guided hunting and fishing experiences across diverse habitats. The outfitter organizes a broad range of trips including inshore fishing charters (1/2 day, 3/4 day, full day), night fishing under dock lights and bridges, peacock bass fishing, iguana hunts, alligator hunts, and multiple wild hog and trophy boar hunts. Fishing options frequently include a "No Fish - No Pay" guarantee on designated charters, providing a low-risk option for anglers seeking Snook, Redfish, Sea Trout and peacock bass. Family-focused offerings include a Children & Family Charter tailored for kids aged 12 and under, combining short fishing sessions with beach time for shark-tooth and shell hunting. Hunting services cover thermal night hog hunts, full-day and half-day wild hog hunts, and specialized trophy boar packages. Several hunt descriptions note availability without a hunting license where applicable and emphasize year-round scheduling for hog hunts. Iguana hunting uses air rifles and is conducted with expert guides; the iguana offering includes a reported 100% success rate for target removal. All trip descriptions are guided, private experiences designed for anglers and hunters at varying skill levels. Bienvenue Outdoors markets a mix of family-friendly charters, single-angler excursions, combo days that pair hunting and fishing, and extreme packages that combine multiple high-adrenaline pursuits. The operation’s trip summaries focus on clear guarantees, targeted species, and specialized equipment for each experience.
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