Every lodge in the Pointer Fly Fishing collection has been selected for the quality of its fishing, the expertise of its guides, and its ability to deliver an exceptional experience for the serious international fly fisher. Our Argentine properties are owned and operated by Pointer Outfitters and deliver the same standard of hospitality, cuisine, and field operations that defines every program in the Pointer collection. Our international partner lodges have been evaluated firsthand by our team and recommended based on personal experience at each destination.
The Argentine lodges in the Pointer Fly Fishing collection are owned and operated by Pointer Outfitters and deliver the same standard of hospitality, cuisine, and program quality that guests expect from every Pointer property. Four distinct fishing environments across two primary species groups, Golden Dorado on the Parana River system and wild trout in the crystal rivers and lakes of Patagonia, give the Argentine program a breadth and depth that no other South American fly fishing outfitter can match.
Fly Fishing: September–April | Cast and Blast: April and September–December | Golden Dorado, Pacu, Pira Pita, Surubi, Palometa and Boga | 16 Guests | High Season: $4,000 pp | Low Season: $3,600 pp | 4 Nights | 4 Full Fishing Days
The most program-diverse lodge in the Pointer collection and the only property where world-class wing shooting and fly fishing come together. A 19th century estancia on the banks of the San Javier River within a fifty square mile Paraná River reserve in northern Santa Fe Province. San Javier offers exceptional Golden Dorado fly fishing from September through April and Cast and Blast adventures during the shoulder seasons. Eight double rooms accommodate up to sixteen guests with Argentine cuisine, river fish specialties, and fine wines. T
From USD 3,600 per person. Wire tippet mandatory on every fly. No exceptions.
November–February | Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout & Brook Trout | High Season: $6,500 pp | Low Season: $5,850 pp | 6 Nights | 5 Full Fishing Days
Northern Patagonia has the largest variety of trout streams in Argentina and Maiten Lodge Neuquen sits at the center of all of it. Mountain cottages near the volcano in Caviahue with magnificent views of the Andes accommodate up to fourteen guests across three cottages of varying sizes. Rivers, creeks, lagoons, and mountain lakes within reach provide a range of fishing environments that keeps every day distinctly different from the last. All fishing is by wading across private land with access fees included. Loyalty rewards vouchers for return bookings are included with every program.
No fly shop this season, pre-purchase fly package available. Contact Jazmin.
November 1 to April 30 | Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout and Brook TroutOccasional | 6 Guests, Double Occupancy | Esquel Airport ESQ
El Maiten Chubut extends the Pointer Patagonian trout program south into the remote rivers and lakes of Chubut Province, one of the most untouched and spectacular fly fishing environments in the world. Wild trout in genuine wilderness water across an extended season running through April gives anglers who want to experience the full depth of southern Patagonian fly fishing access to water that most visiting anglers never reach. The longer season and more remote character of the Chubut program make it the natural choice for serious Patagonian trout anglers who have already experienced the northern properties and are ready to go further.
From USD 5,850 per person. No fly shop this season, pre-purchase fly package available. Contact Jazmin.
The international partner lodges in the Pointer Fly Fishing collection have been evaluated firsthand by our team and selected for the quality of their fishing, the expertise of their guides, and their ability to deliver an exceptional experience for the serious international fly fisher. These are not properties we list from a brochure. They are destinations our team has fished and recommend with complete personal confidence in what they deliver.
November–April | Giant Rainbow Trout
One of the most famous rainbow trout fisheries in the world. The average rainbow at Strobel Lake is measured in double digits and the lake consistently produces fish that most anglers have never encountered in their entire fishing careers. The remote plateau setting in southern Patagonia, accessible only by specialized transport, adds a genuine wilderness dimension that makes every trip here memorable in ways that go beyond the fishing itself. One of the most in-demand properties in the entire Pointer Fly Fishing collection. Book well in advance.
January–April | Sea Run Brown Trout
One of the most iconic fly fishing lodges in the world, situated on the Rio Grande in Tierra del Fuego. The massive migratory sea run brown trout that run this river are legendary among fly fishers worldwide and many serious anglers consider this the finest sea run brown trout fishing available anywhere on earth. Maria Behety delivers the best access to these fish available through any outfitter and belongs on the short list of every serious fly fisher who has not yet made the journey to the end of the world.
July–November | Golden Dorado and Payara
The premier Golden Dorado destination in Bolivia and one of the most remote and extraordinary fly fishing experiences available anywhere on earth. Accessed by floatplane into the Bolivian jungle, the Secure River system produces Golden Dorado fishing of a caliber that has made Tsimane famous among serious fly fishers on every continent. An expedition in the truest sense of the word. The fishing is exceptional. The journey to get there is an experience in itself. Recommended for experienced fly fishers who are ready for genuine adventure alongside world-class sport.
September–November | Peacock Bass, Payara and Arapaima
One of the most exciting freshwater fly fishing destinations on earth, accessed by bush plane into the heart of the Kayapo indigenous territory in the Brazilian Amazon. World-class Peacock Bass fishing alongside Payara and opportunities to encounter Arapaima in their wild habitat. The combination of exceptional fishing and a truly remote environment makes Kendjam one of the most memorable programs in the Pointer collection.
August–November | Tigerfish
Access to the legendary Tigerfish of the Ruvuma River on the Tanzania-Mozambique border in a remote wilderness camp. The Tigerfish is among the most aggressive and exciting freshwater fly fishing targets in the world and the camp delivers access to exceptional populations in country that genuinely rewards the effort of getting there. A destination for serious anglers who want to add Africa to a global species list in conditions that feel authentically wild.
Year Round | Bonefish, Permit and Tarpon
One of the Caribbean’s premier bonefishing destinations on the remote southwestern coast of Andros Island, the largest island in the Bahamas. Vast tidal flats support outstanding populations of bonefish, permit, and tarpon, while comfortable lodge accommodations complement the exceptional fishing. An ideal destination for both first-time saltwater anglers and experienced flats fishermen seeking a world-class Bahamas experience.
Home to Strobel Lake, Maria Behety Lodge, Austral King Lodge, and El Encuentro Lodge, Southern Patagonia offers one of the world’s greatest trout fishing collections. From giant Rainbow Trout and legendary Sea Run Brown Trout to diverse freestone rivers and private spring creeks, these iconic destinations deliver unforgettable fly fishing throughout Argentina’s spectacular wilderness.
November to April | Giant Rainbow Trout
One of the most famous rainbow trout fisheries in the world on the remote plateau of southern Patagonia. The average rainbow at Strobel is measured in double digits and the lake consistently produces fish that most anglers have never encountered anywhere else in their fishing careers. A bucket list destination for any serious trout angler and one of the most in-demand properties in the entire Pointer Fly Fishing program. Book well in advance.
January to April | Sea Run Brown Trout
One of the most iconic fly fishing lodges in the world, situated on the banks of the Rio Grande in Tierra del Fuego at the southern tip of South America. The massive migratory sea run browns that run this river are legendary among serious fly fishers worldwide and Maria Behety delivers the best available access to them through any outfitter. Many consider this the finest brown trout fishing on earth.
January to April | Sea Run Brown Trout
A second exceptional Tierra del Fuego destination for sea run brown trout on the legendary Rio Grande river system. Austral King Lodge provides access to the extraordinary migratory browns that define the most prestigious trout fishing destination in the Southern Hemisphere alongside the dramatic and remote landscape of the world’s southernmost province.
Tsimane Bolivia showcases one of the world’s most exclusive jungle fly fishing adventures. Accessible only by floatplane, this renowned destination offers thrilling opportunities to pursue Golden Dorado and Payara within Bolivia’s untouched rainforest rivers, combining expedition-style travel, pristine wilderness, and exceptional fishing for adventurous anglers seeking truly remote experiences.
July to November | Golden Dorado, Payara
The premier Golden Dorado destination in Bolivia and one of the most remote and extraordinary fly fishing experiences available anywhere on earth. Accessed by floatplane into the Bolivian jungle, the Secure River system produces Golden Dorado fishing of a caliber that has made Tsimane famous among serious fly fishers on every continent. An expedition in the truest sense. Recommended for experienced fly fishers ready for genuine adventure alongside exceptional sport.
Kendjam, Pirarucu Lodge, Marié River, Tomo River Camp, and Orinoco Lodge represent South America’s finest tropical freshwater fisheries. Together, these remote Amazon and Orinoco destinations provide world-class opportunities for Peacock Bass, Arapaima, and Payara while immersing anglers in pristine rainforest ecosystems, extraordinary biodiversity, and unforgettable wilderness adventures.
September to November | Peacock Bass, Payara, Arapaima
One of the most exciting freshwater fly fishing destinations on earth, accessed by a full day of bush plane travel into the heart of the Kayapo indigenous territory in the Brazilian Amazon. World-class Peacock Bass fishing alongside Payara and the chance to encounter Arapaima in genuinely wild habitat that few anglers have ever experienced.
September to November | Arapaima, Peacock Bass, Payara
A dedicated Arapaima destination deep in the Brazilian Amazon. The Pirarucu, as the Arapaima is known locally, is the world’s largest scaled freshwater fish and sight-fishing for it on the fly is one of the most genuinely extraordinary freshwater experiences available anywhere. The lodge provides access to wild Arapaima populations alongside Peacock Bass and Payara in a remote Amazon setting.
September to November | Peacock Bass, Payara
Deep Amazon access on the remote Marié River system for Peacock Bass and Payara in one of the most pristine and least pressured freshwater environments available to fly fishers in South America. The Marié River holds exceptional Peacock Bass populations in wild country that rewards the effort of getting there with fishing that reflects the full untouched quality of the system.
Contact for Current Availability | Peacock Bass, Payara
A remote Colombian Amazon camp targeting Peacock Bass and Payara in the extraordinary river systems of the upper Amazon Basin. The Tomo River system in Colombia holds exceptional wild Peacock Bass populations in a pristine jungle environment that few visiting anglers ever experience, making this one of the most genuinely adventurous programs in the Pointer Fly Fishing international collection.
Contact for Current Availability | Payara, Peacock Bass
Access to the legendary Payara of the Venezuelan Orinoco River system alongside exceptional Peacock Bass fishing in one of the great freshwater environments of South America. The Payara, known as the vampire fish for its extraordinary fangs, reaches its finest size and its most spectacular fishing in the fast oxygenated rivers of the Venezuelan interior.
Avalon Fleet II, Sol Club Cuba, Woodland Plantation, Espiritu Santo Bay, and Cabo San Lucas offer exceptional saltwater fishing across the Caribbean, Gulf Coast, and Mexico. From Bonefish, Permit, and Tarpon to Marlin, Tuna, Redfish, and Roosterfish, these premier destinations deliver diverse fishing experiences in spectacular coastal environments year-round.
Year Round | Bonefish, Permit, Tarpon
Cuba holds some of the finest and least pressured saltwater flats fishing in the Caribbean and the Avalon Fleet II provides the best available access to this extraordinary and largely undiscovered resource. Bonefish, permit, and tarpon across pristine flats that have seen a fraction of the angling pressure that comparable Caribbean destinations experience.
Year Round | Bonefish, Permit, Tarpon
A second exceptional Cuban flats fishing operation accessing the extraordinary bonefish, permit, and tarpon resources of Cuba’s pristine Caribbean coast. Sol Club Cuba provides access to some of the finest and least educated flats fish in the Atlantic world in a setting that combines genuine sporting quality with the unique character of the Cuban experience.
October to March | Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder
One of the most storied sporting properties in the American South, Woodland Plantation sits at the mouth of the Mississippi River in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana, providing access to the extraordinary redfish and speckled trout fishing of the Louisiana coastal marshes. A plantation house with genuine historic character alongside world-class inshore saltwater fly fishing in one of the most productive estuarine environments in North America.
Year Round | Bonefish, Permit, Tarpon
The legendary flats of Espiritu Santo Bay on Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula hold some of the finest permit fishing in the world alongside exceptional bonefish and tarpon in a setting of extraordinary natural beauty. One of the premier flats fishing destinations in Mexico and a must for any serious saltwater angler pursuing the Caribbean grand slam.
Year Round | Marlin, Dorado, Tuna, Wahoo, Roosterfish
The most famous sport fishing destination in Mexico and one of the great offshore fishing addresses in the world. Cabo San Lucas delivers exceptional billfish action alongside Mahi Mahi, Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo, and Roosterfish in the rich waters where the Pacific Ocean meets the Sea of Cortez. Access to the finest charter operations and the most productive water available in the area.
Enchanted Lake Lodge, Skeena Lodge, Lava Creek Lodge, and Madison River Lodge showcase North America’s legendary trout and Steelhead fisheries. Whether exploring Alaska’s wilderness, British Columbia’s famous rivers, Idaho’s remote streams, or Montana’s blue-ribbon waters, each lodge provides exceptional guiding, comfortable accommodations, and unforgettable freshwater fishing adventures.
June to September | Rainbow Trout, Pacific Salmon, Arctic Char, Grayling
Set within Katmai National Park on privately owned land accessible only by floatplane, Enchanted Lake Lodge is one of the finest fly-out fly fishing destinations in Alaska. Twelve guests per week in private lakeside cabins with access to the most productive streams and rivers of the Alaskan Peninsula targeting rainbow trout, all five Pacific salmon species, Arctic char, and grayling in spectacular wilderness country.
September to November | Steelhead
One of the finest steelhead lodges in the world, located sixteen miles upstream of Terrace in the legendary Skeena River valley. The new Skeena River Lodge is considered one of the finest facilities in the steelheading world with a main lodge overlooking a private casting pond, single occupancy rooms, hot tub, sauna, and an internationally trained chef. Access to the Skeena and its world-famous tributaries throughout the peak autumn steelhead run.
Contact for Current Availability | Steelhead, Trout
A dedicated Idaho program targeting steelhead and wild trout in the remote river systems of central Idaho. Lava Creek Lodge provides access to exceptional wild fish in beautiful and genuinely remote country that exemplifies the best of the Idaho wilderness fly fishing experience for anglers pursuing steelhead and wild trout in the American West.
Iceland Salmon Adventures and Zendzur Lodge offer two remarkable European fly fishing experiences. From Iceland’s world-renowned Atlantic Salmon rivers to Armenia’s remote mountain streams for Brown Trout and Barbel, these destinations combine outstanding fishing, breathtaking scenery, luxury hospitality, and rich cultural heritage in truly unique settings.
June to September | Atlantic Salmon
A premier Icelandic Atlantic salmon operation centered on a spectacular 770 square meter lodge with panoramic views of the volcano Hekla. Eighteen double rooms with private bathrooms, jacuzzi, sauna, and gourmet dining across a lodge complex of eight buildings. Access to exceptional Icelandic salmon rivers during the peak summer season when fish are running in numbers that make Iceland one of the most compelling Atlantic salmon destinations in the world.
Tanzania Fishing Camp, Orange River Camp, Lesotho Lodge, and Nubian Waters highlight Africa’s diverse freshwater fisheries. Target Tigerfish, Yellowfish, Trout, and Nile Perch while exploring remote rivers, dramatic landscapes, and authentic wilderness environments that combine exceptional fishing with unforgettable cultural and natural experiences across the continent.
August to November | Tigerfish
Access to the legendary tigerfish of the Ruvuma River on the Tanzania-Mozambique border in a remote wilderness camp that sits at the edge of what is accessible in East Africa. The tigerfish is among the most aggressive and exciting freshwater fly fishing targets in the world and the camp delivers access to exceptional populations in country that genuinely rewards the effort of getting there.
Contact for Current Availability | Yellowfish, Tigerfish
A wilderness drift camp focused on a pristine 35-kilometer section of the lower Orange River around the Onseepkans Gorge. The stretch runs through Kalahari desert wilderness inaccessible to the general public due to class four rapids and technical portages. An extraordinary combination of exceptional fishing for yellowfish and the unique character of a multi-day wilderness float through one of the most remote and beautiful river gorges in southern Africa.
Contact for Current Availability | Tigerfish, Nile Perch, Various Exotic Species
An extraordinary and genuinely rare destination on the Nile River system targeting tigerfish, Nile Perch, and a range of exotic freshwater species in one of the most historically and geographically significant river systems on earth. For fly fishers who have exhausted the more conventional destinations and want something genuinely unlike anything else in the international fly fishing world.
Contact for Current Availability | Yellowfish, Trout
The mountain kingdom of Lesotho holds exceptional trout and yellowfish fishing in cold clear highland rivers that few international fly fishers have ever experienced. The Makhangoa Community Camp is set in the dramatic Lesotho highlands alongside local community projects offering guests an insight into Lesotho life and culture including pony treks, village tours, and mountain hikes alongside the fishing program.
Alphonse Island and the Maldives provide two world-class tropical saltwater fly fishing destinations. Crystal-clear flats and thriving coral ecosystems offer exceptional opportunities to pursue Bonefish, Giant Trevally, Permit, Triggerfish, and numerous other species while enjoying pristine island settings and spectacular marine biodiversity.
October to April | Bonefish, Giant Trevally, Permit, Triggerfish
One of the finest flats fishing destinations in the Indian Ocean offering exceptional opportunities for bonefish, giant trevally, permit, and triggerfish on some of the most pristine and productive flats in the world. The Indian Ocean grand slam is achievable on a productive day and the setting, a private island atoll in the Seychelles, is as extraordinary as the fishing. An exceptional destination for the serious saltwater fly fisher who has exhausted the Caribbean options.
Contact for Current Availability | Giant Trevally, Bonefish, Triggerfish, Various Saltwater Species
The Maldives holds extraordinary saltwater fly fishing for giant trevally, bonefish, and triggerfish across some of the most visually spectacular atoll environments on earth. An Indian Ocean destination that combines world-class flats fishing with the extraordinary natural beauty and marine biodiversity of the most iconic island archipelago in the world.
Oman delivers an exciting Arabian Sea fly fishing adventure targeting Giant Trevally, Queenfish, and numerous additional saltwater species. This unique destination combines productive coastal fisheries, dramatic desert-meets-ocean scenery, and authentic Arabian hospitality, creating an unforgettable experience for anglers seeking something beyond traditional fly fishing destinations.
Contact for Current Availability | Giant Trevally, Queenfish, Trevally, Various Saltwater Species
An unusual and compelling saltwater fly fishing destination on the Arabian Peninsula where the warm productive waters of the Arabian Sea hold exceptional populations of giant trevally, queenfish, and various additional saltwater species in a setting that combines extraordinary fishing with the unique cultural richness of Oman. A genuinely distinctive destination for fly fishers who want to add the Arabian Peninsula to a global species list.
The Delphi Club is one of the Bahamas’ premier flats fishing destinations, offering exceptional Bonefish, Permit, and Tarpon fishing across the untouched tidal flats of Andros Island. Combining experienced guides, comfortable accommodations, and world-renowned fisheries, it provides an outstanding experience for both beginners and seasoned saltwater fly anglers.
Year Round | Bonefish, Permit, Tarpon
One of the Caribbean’s premier bonefishing destinations on the remote southwestern coast of Andros Island, the largest island in the Bahamas. Miles of pristine tidal flats hold world-class populations of bonefish alongside permit and tarpon in a setting that combines genuinely comfortable lodge accommodations with the finest flats fishing the Bahamas has to offer. The right destination for first-time saltwater fly fishers and veterans alike.
Mongolia Taimen Camps, Cedar New Zealand, Cedar Lodge, and Erfalik Lodge showcase the incredible diversity of the Asia-Pacific region. From Mongolia’s legendary Taimen and New Zealand’s crystal-clear trout rivers to Belize’s famous flats and Greenland’s pristine salmon waters, these destinations offer extraordinary fly fishing in some of the world’s most spectacular and unspoiled landscapes.
June to October | Taimen, Lenok Trout, Grayling
Access to the legendary taimen of the remote rivers of Mongolia, the world’s largest salmonid and one of the most sought-after freshwater fly fishing trophies on earth. The Pointer Fly Fishing Mongolia program accesses multiple remote river systems in the Mongolian interior through a series of mobile and fixed camps operated by experienced local guides. An expedition-style program for fly fishers who want to add one of the world’s most extraordinary species in one of the world’s most extraordinary landscapes.
November to April | Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout
New Zealand’s South Island holds some of the most technical and most rewarding wild trout fishing in the world. The Cedar Lodge New Zealand program provides access to the clear freestone rivers and spring creeks of the South Island where sight fishing to large wild brown and rainbow trout in crystal clear water is among the most demanding and most satisfying dry fly fishing available anywhere on earth.
Contact for Current Availability | Brown Trout, Barbel
An unusual and genuinely distinctive destination in the rivers of Armenia, where wild brown trout and barbel inhabit the cold clear mountain rivers of the Caucasus in a fishing environment that very few international fly fishers have experienced. Zendzur Lodge provides access to this extraordinary and largely undiscovered freshwater fishery in a culturally rich and historically fascinating region.
With thirteen properties across nine countries and five continents, the right lodge depends on what species is on your list, the style of fishing you want to experience, the time of year you are available to travel, and the level of remoteness and adventure you are looking for. Our fly fishing sales team has personal experience at every property in the collection and loves helping anglers find the exact right destination for their specific program. Reach out and tell us what you are looking for and we will take it from there.
Thirteen exceptional properties across nine countries and five continents. Wild Patagonian trout. Golden Dorado on the Parana. Sea run browns in Tierra del Fuego. Giant Peacock Bass in the Amazon. Tigerfish in Tanzania. Permit on the Indian Ocean flats. One team that has fished all of it and knows exactly which lodge belongs on your short list. Reach out today and let us build the right program for you.