Bolivia fly-fishing adventure, the ultimate freshwater jungle experience on the Pluma and Irisama rivers. Crystal-clear freestone rivers, with incredibly rich and beautiful topography.

The Pluma River

The Pluma river runs from south to north, parallel to the Mosetenes Mountain Range. It is easier to wade due to its wide banks, mostly composed of round smooth gravel and rock. Further upstream, it does get steeper and more rugged. This river is home to all four of the main species we target at Tsimane: dorado, pacú, yatorana, and surubí.

Pluma River – Upper Section

This section is upstream from the confluence of the Pluma and Irisama Rivers. A freestone river, full of boulders, shallow runs and riffles, and well-defined deep pools. Perfect for Golden Dorado fly-fishing. Here, the fishing is done almost entirely on foot, walking and wading upstream. A Chiman canoe carries gear up the river. This is pleasant to row or pole back down to the lodge at the days end. This section is home to a large number of resident dorado, holding in most of the pools and pocket water. 

Pluma River– Lower Section

This section of river extends from the confluence with the Irisama River to its mouth in the Sécure River. Here, the structure is similar to the upper section, but the water volume is 50 or 60% higher. So there are deeper pools and more powerful runs. Acrobatics are commonplace when a large dorado is hooked. The jungle is less dense, and the shorelines can at times be marshy.
The Lower Pluma section features a wide variety of water types. There are steep drop offs, long runs, sand-covered flats, islands with braided channels, and deep pools. Dorado are the undisputed king in this section. Deep pools are natural food traps where very large pacú can be caught.
The biggest pools, near the confluence with the Sécure River, have low sandy areas. You can sight cast to cruising and feeding dorado, similar to bonefishing on the shallow saltwater flats.

The Irisama River

The Itirisama is considered by many anglers to be the “crown jewel” of the Tsimane waters. It is similar in size and volume to the high section of the Pluma River. However steeper gradient and more rugged terrain, giving it a very different look and feel. The Itirizama runs from west to east through rugged canyons. It is a typical mountain stream with many runs, rapids, waterfalls, and large boulders. Cascading boulder gardens give way to deep pools flanked by exposed canyon walls. This is the most physically intense section of river to hike, wade, and fish. Rewards of incredibly scenic beauty—and some of the largest dorado—make it worth the extra effort.

Bolivia fly-fishing adventure The ultimate freshwater jungle experience

Accommodation

Bolivia Pluma & Irisama rivers jungle lodge accommodation is very comfortable, built entirely from sustainable wood cut from the nearby jungle. 
The lodge features 5 double rooms up to 8 anglers + 1 host.
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Guests enjoy double rooms with private bathrooms, spring box beds, Free Wi-Fi, Free Laundry, Fly shop

International cuisine paired with stellar Argentinean, Chilean, and Bolivian wines in a finely-fashioned living and dining room

All-inclusive bar: liquor, spirits and special drinks

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