One Week at a PRG North Signature Lodge
A Complete Patagonia Fly Fishing Experience at Rinconada Lodge
Authentic Experience, Exceptional Fishing
There are plenty of places in the world where you can go fly fishing. What sets Patagonia River Guides North apart is not just the fishing, but the range of experiences that can be built into a single week.
From the moment you arrive in San Martín de los Andes, the tone is set. A short drive brings you to Rinconada Lodge, where the landscape opens up and the pace immediately slows. This is the home base for one of the most diverse fly fishing programs in Patagonia.
What follows is a week designed around conditions, preferences, and opportunity, with access to a wide range of rivers and experiences that make every day feel different.
The Rinconada Lodge Experience
Rinconada Lodge is not just a place to stay. It is a central part of the experience.
The lodge sits above the Chimehuín River, one of the most well-known dry fly fisheries in Argentina. Mornings start slow. Coffee, a full breakfast, and a look at the day ahead. Evenings return to a rhythm of good food, Argentine wine, and time to unwind after a full day on the water.
Hospitality here is intentional but never overdone. The goal is simple. Create a space where guests can fully settle into the experience, whether that means reliving the day’s fishing, enjoying the setting, or preparing for what’s next.
Access to Diverse Waters
What makes PRG North truly unique is the ability to fish a different river almost every day.
Within reach of Rinconada are some of the most productive and varied fisheries in Patagonia, including the Aluminé River, the Collón Curá River, and stretches of the Chimehuín. Each river offers something different, from technical dry fly fishing to larger water where big fish are on the move.
Days are not pre-set. They are built based on what is fishing best, what the guest wants to experience, and how to make the most of the conditions. That flexibility is what allows a single week to feel expansive rather than repetitive.
Seasons and What To Expect
The PRG North season runs from November through April, and each part of the season offers a different experience.
Early Season (November – December)
Clear water, active fish, and consistent dry fly opportunities. This is a great time for anglers who enjoy technical fishing and lighter presentations.
Mid Season (January – February)
Long days, stable weather, and a wide range of options across rivers. This is the most versatile time of year, where both dry fly fishing and streamer fishing can be productive.
Late Season (March – May)
A shift in energy. Larger fish begin to move, and there is an opportunity to target more aggressive trout. This is a favorite window for anglers looking for bigger fish and less pressure.
Understanding these seasonal differences helps shape the week, but the strength of PRG North is the ability to adapt daily and put guests in the best possible position.
More Than Fishing
While fishing is the anchor, the experience extends well beyond time on the water.
Travel between rivers reveals a landscape that feels both expansive and quiet. Meals are a highlight, often rooted in traditional Argentine cooking with an emphasis on quality and simplicity. Time at the lodge offers space to slow down, something that is increasingly rare in most travel experiences.
For many guests, this balance is what defines the trip. Not just the fishing itself, but the combination of environment, pace, and hospitality that surrounds it.
There is no single way to experience PRG North.
Some guests come focused entirely on fishing as much water as possible. Others are drawn to the broader experience, mixing fishing with time to relax and take in Patagonia. Most fall somewhere in between.
What remains consistent is the structure behind the scenes. Experienced guides, access to diverse rivers, and a lodge that supports the rhythm of the week all come together to create a trip that feels both seamless and personal.
