Jungle fly fishing Colombia is one of the most thrilling and underrated experiences in the sport. Colombia’s Orinoco basin, with its wild tributaries like the Tomo and Gavilan rivers, offers world-class fly fishing for trophy peacock bass, payara (vampire fish), arowana, and more. Here, the jungle isn’t just the backdrop, it’s part of the adventure.
Whether you’re casting into a clear lagoon from a floating camp or swinging flies through rapids from jungle rock formations, Colombia is the new frontier of jungle fly fishing.
Why Jungle Fly Fishing Colombia?
- Three species of peacock bass in one system: Temensis, Orinocensis, Intermedia
- Aggressive topwater takes and sight casting in clear, structure-rich water
- Payara fishing in fast jungle rivers with 40 lb+ potential
- Low angling pressure, remote access, and authentic cultural immersion
- All-inclusive logistics from Bogotá — just arrive in Colombia and we handle the rest
Akuani Floating Camp: EXCLUSIVE Access to Peacock Paradise
Floating on the Tomo and Gavilan Rivers, Akuani Floating Camp gives fly anglers unparalleled access to Colombia’s clearest jungle waters. Target trophy Cichla temensis up to 26+ lbs on poppers, streamers, or sinking tips, and switch gears for smaller Cichla orinocensis and elusive Cichla intermedia.
With just five private cabins, gourmet meals, and expert guides, you get close-range access to untouched zones. The season runs January to early April, when water levels are low and fish are aggressive.
Fly Fishing Gear Tips (Peacock Bass):
- Rods: 8wt to 10wt, fast or progressive-fast action
- Reels: Large arbor with smooth drag, 150 yds of backing
- Lines: Tropical floating for poppers, 250–350 grain sinking tips for depth
- Leaders: Short 2 ft leaders with 40–60 lb mono or fluorocarbon shock
- Flies: Light, non-water-absorbing streamers & poppers that cast easily
Pro Tip: Strip fast, avoid overcasting, and pack backup gear for a full week of jungle action.
Akuani River Lodge: Payara on the Fly
For a totally different fly challenge, Akuani River Lodge delivers. Located along the Orinoco system, this fixed lodge gives you easy access to powerful payara, known for their vampire-like fangs and explosive strikes.
These fish wait in strong current to ambush prey — and they will crush flies.
Fly Fishing Gear Tips (Payara):
- Rods: 10wt to 12wt with high lifting power
- Lines: 400–500 grain sinking tips to reach bottom-holding fish
- Leaders: Short (3–4 ft), with 20–40 lb wire tippet
- Flies: 9″ baitfish-style, tied on tubes or strong hooks
Tip: Strip strike hard — payara have bony mouths and are tough to hook.
The season runs from November to early April, making it perfect to pair with a week at the floating camp.
Jungle Fly Fishing colombia Logistics Made Simple
Forget complex transfers and guesswork. With Afloat Fishing, once you land in Bogotá, we handle it all:
- Hotels
- Charter flights into the jungle
- Ground & boat transfers
- All meals, guides, and fishing licenses
You focus on fly fishing. We handle the rest.
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- https://youtu.be/BHZjTa86B0E?si=198_1QmoMuIy77lO
- https://afloatadventure.com/akuani-floating-camp/
- https://afloatadventure.com/akuani-river-lodge/
Ready for Jungle Fly Fishing Colombia?
If you’ve been searching for a true adventure — one that combines explosive strikes, untouched waters, and complete logistical ease — jungle fly fishing in Colombia is it. Whether you’re chasing massive peacock bass in clear lagoons or stripping streamers for payara in fast jungle currents, this is the kind of trip that rewrites your expectations of fly fishing.
Limited spots are available for the 2026 season, and demand is already building.
Get in touch with us today and let’s build your custom itinerary to Akuani Floating Camp or Akuani River Lodge — or both. All you have to do is get to Bogotá. We’ll take care of the rest. Contact us today and start planning your remote fly fishing trip for trophy peacock bass and vicious payara in the Colombian Amazon. Limited 2026 spots available.
