Bucket List Fly Fishing
Status: enriched
Rob Anderson has built a unique guiding practice bridging two worlds: the high desert and the Amazon. At Pyramid Lake, he guides anglers through the distinctive ladder-fishing technique for Lahontan Cutthroat Trout from October through April, then transitions to float-tube and pontoon-boat fishing May through June. Each winter and early spring, he leads expeditions to remote Amazon tributaries—the Rio Novo and Xeriuini River Preserve (January–February), Rio Branco's Labirinto da Tartaruga (October–November), and Jurassic Lake in Patagonia—pursuing Arapaima, Peacock Bass, Golden Dorado, and a diverse array of exotic species. His operation reflects a commitment to both technical freshwater fly fishing and expedition-style adventure in some of the world's most remote fisheries.
Details
- Species: Cutthroat Trout, Peacock Bass, Arapaima, Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Brook Trout
- Tags: Advanced, Fly Fishing, Wade Fishing, Freshwater, Shore / Wade Only, Year-Round, Dry Fly, Sight Fishing, Multi-Day, Wade Trip, Instructional, Catch & Release, Gear Provided, Flies / Lures Provided
Waters Serviced (4)
| Destination | Type |
|---|---|
| Reno | city |
| Pyramid Lake | lake |
| Nevada | state |
| Argentina | country |
FAQ — Bucket List Fly Fishing
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"answer": "7-9 Weight 9-9.5 ft rods, 5-7 weight 11 ft switch rods, lightweight reel with good drag to handle large taper fly line. It is important to have a reel that is saltwater worthy at Pyramid. The lake is very alkaline and this can cause havoc on your drag system if it is not sealed.",
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"answer": "Long Taper Floating line like Rio Salmon and Steelhead. Fast Sinking shooting heads 24 ft to 30 ft in length and can sink at least 6 inches per second. A floating line is needed for Indicator Nymphing. A fast sinking line like a type 6 is needed to fish any of the streamers.",
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"answer": "Reception at Manaus Airport, all necessary ground transfers in Manaus, ground and air transfers from Manaus to the River, 7 nights accommodations in our luxury floating cabins, all meals and beverages (including alcohol), 6 to 6 ½ days guided fishing, fishing license.",
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"answer": "International Airfare, any hotel stays before and after the fishing week, meals in Manaus and private city tours, travel insurance, tips and gratuities to camp staff and guides, anything not mentioned in inclusions.",
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"answer": "Brazil requires a valid Passport with at least 6 months available time before expiration date upon arrival to Brazil. You must have a Brazilian visa for travel after April, 2025. The application process is completely online, on the website https://brazil.vfsevisa.com/. You will be asked to submit: Passport (signed, valid up to the end of the Brazil trip, two visa pages free), Visa application form (completed online), Passport-style photo (2” x 2”, white background), E-visa fee payment (US$ 80.90), Confirmation of flight reservation (showing entrance into and exit from Brazil), Printed bank statement showing transactions for the last 30 days and showing at least US$ 2,000.00 for travel. The expected processing time is five business days.",
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"answer": "There are virtually no mosquitoes on the Xeriuini and Rio Novo. Occasionally you may run into No-Se-ums (Piuns) but they carry no diseases. However, we do recommend you carry bug spray with you on the trip. Our camps are very clean and we seldom see any bug life while staying on the river or while fishing.",
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"answer": "Currently there are no Medical requirements or vaccinations needed to enter Brazil. Consult with Your Local Travel Medicine Expert for Personalized Recommendations!",
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"answer": "8-10 Weight Rod for casting poppers and streamers. Lightweight reel with good drag to handle large taper fly line. Peacock Bass fishing is fast and furious. It is possible to make over 500 casts in one day. The average cast only needs to be 30-60 feet but it is important to be accurate. A newer, lightweight, fast action rod like the Sage Salt HD or an Orvis Helios is a benefit.",
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"answer": "Quick-dry clothing with high SPF ratings are a must. This type of clothing will be cooler in warmer climates and allow your clothes to dry quickly and breathe better. A lightweight packable rain jacket is also needed. There is daily laundry service so you do not have to bring many clothes with you.",
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"answer": "The toughest part of packing for this trip is the weight restriction on our float plane (35lb). This requires some planning. Start with two lightweight duffle bags, soft sided and waterproof.",
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"question": "What is included in the Jurassic Lake trip?",
"answer": "Reception in El Calafate at your Hotel, ground and air transfers to and from El Calafate to the Lodge, 7 nights’ accommodations at Laguna Verde, all meals and beverages (including alcohol), 6 to 6 ½ days guided fishing, fishing license.",
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"answer": "International and domestic Airfare, any hotel stays before and after the fishing week, meals in El Calafate and private city tours, travel insurance, tips and gratuities to staff and guides, anything not mentioned in inclusions.",
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"answer": "Argentina requires a valid Passport with at least 6 months available time before expiration date upon arrival. A tourist Visa is not required for stays less than 90 days.",
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"answer": "Average air temperatures range from extreme lows in the high 30’s to low 40’s to highs in the 70’s. Guests need to dress for cool to moderate weather. Layering is a must due to the dry arid climate and in preparation of high winds. The average rainfall during the fishing season is less than ½ inch of rain per month but a wind and waterproof jacket is still important.",
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"question": "What rods and reels are recommended for Jurassic Lake?",
"answer": "7-8 wt 9-9.5 ft rod for Strobel, Barrancoso and smaller lakes. 7 wt 11 ft switch rod for Strobel and windy conditions. Lightweight reel with good drag to handle large taper fly lines. Having fly rods of higher quality and more backbone should be a serious consideration. A Larger Arbor Reel is a must for these speed merchants.",
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"answer": "Floating lines for all rods with distance casting in mind. One or two intermediate lines for Strobel. Maybe a type III line as well. Floating lines are going to be the main line for this trip.",
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"question": "What flies and leaders are recommended for Jurassic Lake?",
"answer": "Wooly Buggers and leeches in sizes 4-8. Balanced leeches in sizes 6-10. Tungsten Bead Head Nymphs in size 6-10. Chernobyl Ants in size 2-6. 9 ft Monofilament leaders in 2x – 4x. 9 ft Fluorocarbon leaders in 0x – 3x. Fluorocarbon Tippet 0x – 4x. Having 6-7 dozen flies for this trip is recommended.",
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"answer": "Layering is the key to being comfortable. The day can start off on the cool side and a Wind-proof hoodie may be necessary and then as the morning warms up shedding off a layer or two is a possibility. Bring warm socks for under your waders. The water temperatures are usually in the high 40’s and low 50’s. Laundry service is offered also.",
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"answer": "Reception at Manaus Airport, all necessary ground transfers in Manaus, ground and air transfers from Manaus to the River, 7 nights accommodations in our luxury floating cabins, all meals and beverages (including alcohol), 6 to 6 ½ days guided fishing, fishing license.",
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"answer": "International Airfare, any hotel stays before and after the fishing week, meals in Manaus and private city tours, travel insurance, tips and gratuities to camp staff and guides, anything not mentioned in inclusions.",
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"answer": "$5750 (per person) for a 6-7 days fishing double occupancy. All our weeks are for 8 anglers maximum with accommodations in our fully airconditioned floating Cabins.",
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