Itati Lodge – Set Fly Fishing

The Itati Lodge

Huge and Hungry

Itatí Lodge is your best shot at a truly big Dorado. The upper Paraná River is known for its clarity, structure, and resident + migratory fish populations. Every cast counts here—and every strip might trigger the fish of your lifetime.

The Fishing

The Gear

Lodge and Culture

Testimonials

The marsh was incredible. Really made great because of the weather and the fishing. The guides were fantastic and the food was awesome. The river was tough fishing – but again, weather dependent. I enjoyed my time and grateful that our group all caught dorado’s and we were able to celebrate together.

Bryan Webb

Excellent trip. Very well organized. All went extremely well. Great people accomadation and food.

Gregory Moore

Loved every minute of it , the professionalism of all staff was amazing.

Greg Gillings

Lucila and her attention to my pre-trip planning, Salta and the marsh, the FOOD!, Disparo and Rugua, ALL the staff attention to my needs and making me feel such a part of the Argentine culture, dinner on the Parana and simplicity of the charter flight back to Buenos Aires.

Brooke Crofts

The lodge accommodations, all staff and guides, food and drink were first-rate – couldn’t be better. You accommodated those in our group who had health issues arise – much appreciated. Wildlife in marsh was astounding. Nothing you could do about the weather, which clearly slowed up the fishing in the marsh. The style of fishing on the Parana was a bit surprising, but quite enjoyable with casting targets galore and excellent boat control.

Steve Born

The food at both lodges was excellent. The guides are true professionals. The lodge experience and efficieny was excellent.

Nancy Storwick

Great locations – exceptional staff at lodges – amazing meals

Tim Bartz

Fishing was challenging, but very rewarding. Carlos & Nico were great guides that really helped the experience. The level of service was top notch, especially at Itati lodge, Orlando & Raul were amazing!

Greg Houck

Wetlands, such a beautiful place and the fishing was incredible

Jim Burwell

Omnivorous Species at Upper Parana

Pirapita

Pirapita, known locally as the “salmon of the river” ranges in size from 2 to 12 pounds. Once hooked, this extremely hard fighting fish is known for its acrobatic displays and multiple jumps. Being an omnivorous species, they are fished using large attractor flies that imitate insects, fruit, mice and even flowers. We target them on lighter equipment, 6 and 7 weight rods. Fishing for pirapita provides the perfect mid day break from casting large flies to Dorado.

Pacu

Pacu, is often referred to as the “permit of the river”. Like Pirapita they are also omnivorous and often found feeding on or near the surface on fruit and insects. This can create great sight fishing possibilities. Pacu are not known for their jumping ability but pound for pound are extremely hard fighting.