Beyond Montana

Colombia peacock bass expedition.

When Montana winters close in, the fish don’t stop. Neither do we. Deep jungle fishing on the Rio Vichada and Rio Orinoco.

  • Missoula, Montana
  • Licensed MT Outfitter #68694
  • 1 to 2 anglers per boat
  • 100% catch and release

A real fishing expedition

Zootown Anglers has partnered with Tucunare Lodge to host a small group each season. This isn’t a resort trip: long days, big gear and water few fly anglers ever see, with indigenous Sikuani guides.

The camp

A regional flight from Bogotá to Inírida, then a boat to camp on the Rio Vichada. Dual-occupancy cabanas with memory foam mattresses, mosquito netting, fans and private semi-outdoor bathrooms. Cold beer waits when you come off the water.

The fishing

Peacock bass in the lakes; payara, pacu, piranha and sardinata in the rivers. Plan on a 10-weight, intermediate sink tips or 400-grain lines and big articulated flies. Shots at 10–15 lb peacock bass are real.

Included

  • 7 nights at Tucunare Lodge
  • 7 full days guided by Sikuani guides
  • All meals, beer and white wine at camp
  • Boat transport and regional flights Bogotá–Inírida
  • First night hotel in Bogotá

Not included

International airfare, the last night in Bogotá, personal gear and flies, liquor beyond beer and wine, and guide gratuities.

Colombia at a glance

Length8 days / 7 nights
Fishing7 full days
SeasonJan–Mar (peak)
DifficultyAdvanced
SpotsSmall group, limited

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Ready to fish a different world?

International spots are extremely limited. If you’re serious, reach out early.

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