The best of Northern Patagonia - #VARIETY
Spring Creek Lodge
The main characteristic of the area is the variety. This applies to the variety of water available in less than one hour drive from the lodge for day floats, multi day floats on longer sections, walk and wade on the smaller rivers and streams and the glacier lakes for stillwater fishing. It also applies to the amount of non-fishing activities available for those looking to take a break from fishing, and do an alternative program.
Trip Overview
This sample itinerary only shows possibilities. The actual fishing program we define closer to your trip, taking into account the groups preferences and the actual conditions reigning.DAY 1 Saturday: Fly to Chapelco Airport (CPC) – Check in at Spring Creek Lodge – Lunch Reception at the Lodge – Welcome Dinner & Argentine Fine Wine Tasting.DAY 2 Sunday: Alumine River Float Trip – Evening Tango Dancing Show at the LodgeDAY 3 MONDAY: Walk & Wade the upper Malleo River – Local Folk Music Band Performance at Spring Creek LodgeDAY 4 Tuesday: lower Chimehuin River Float TripDAY 5 Wednesday: Lake Tromen sight fishing with dries for rainbows, browns and brook trout – dinner and second argentine fine wine tasting at the lodgeDAY 6 Thursday: Chimehuin River 2 Day Float Trip – 1st Day – SET Fly Fishing Deluxe CampDAY 7 Friday: Chimehuin river 2 day float trip – 2nd day – return to spring creek lodge & dinnerDAY 8 Saturday: Private transfer to Chapelco Airport (CPC) – Fly Back to Buenos Aires and then back home
Season/Rates
The seasons in northern Patagonia are opposite of those in North America. Our fishing season runs from November through May, which translates to late spring, summer and the beginning of autumn in the northern hemisphere.
December through early March
Dec 7 - 14: 2 spots
Dec 14 - 21: 4 spots
February 8 - 15: 2 spots
Feb 22 - Mar 1: 2 spots
During the summer months, late December through early March, the average daytime temperatures vary between 66 F and 86 F. Nighttime and early morning temperatures are usually cooler so you may need an extra layer of clothing before the sun warms thing up.
November, March and April
Mar 15 - 22: 4 spots
April 26 - may 3: 4 spots
Spring and autumn are a bit cooler with daytime temperatures reaching into the 70’s F with the morning and nighttime lows in the low 60’s F. Having a vest or jacket handy is typically suggested for the evenings and mornings.
Accommodations
Located on the banks of the upper Chimehuin River, Spring Creek Lodge has six cabañas each featuring two individual bedrooms with a shared bath, living room and outdoor porch. Gourmet dinners are served in the clubhouse while you enjoy the stunning views of the Lanín Volcano. The clubhouse also has a common sitting area and bar for you to enjoy a glass of wine or your favorite beverage. Upstairs presents a wine tasting room and a boutique with one-of-a-kind pieces designed and crafted by local artists and artisans.
Every morning, prior to breakfast, a member of the team will arrive at your cabana to get the fireplace going and deliver coffee.
Logistics
We have all of the logistics covered. That being said, logistics for travel vary per person and seasonally. We are here and happy to help with any questions you may have. Give us a call or drop us a line.
Accessories
• Sunscreen
• Clippers on retractor
• Headlamp
• Polarized sunglasses (we recommend Smith’s low light ignitor lens)
• Small waterproof pack for wading
• Reusable bottle for water
• Breathable rain gear
• International power adapter
