Austral Kings 2017 Midseason Report

Nicolas TrochineAustral Kings, Chile, King Salmon, Patagonia

Like so many others, I had to get a taste of the fabled Austral Kings in Chilean Patagonia.  Nestled in an impressive yet tranquil river valley which rivals Yosemite in grandeur, Austral Kings is a place that self-respecting King Salmon fishermen cannot ignore.  I went to down in the midst of the King Salmon run to see what Fly Rod & Reel has dubbed …

Kooi Noom Midseason Report 2016/2017

Nicolas TrochineArgentina, Kooi Noom, Patagonia, rainbow trout

Argentina: land of endless empanadas, impressive scenery, excellent wines, too much steak (Argentinians eat steak like Americans drink water), beautiful people and of course Patagonian Fly Fishing!  I’m about as green as gringo gets in the world of Argentinian Fly Fishing. I’m not an expert fly fisherman and my Spanish could use several more decades of practice. As Kooi Noom …

Kooi Noom Last Minute Cancellation! 1 Rod Available – February 11-18 2017

Nicolas TrochineArgentina, Deals, Patagonia, Trout

Due to a last-minute cancellation, we have one rod available at Kooi Noom  this season February 11th – 18th 2017. Given the short notice, were chopping $1,500 off the price. This might be the final chance to score a spot in 2017. Price: $4,950 3,450 USD, 7N/6D ($1,500 discount) Sample Itinerary Friday/Saturday: Arrive in Buenos Aires and catch connecting flight to El Calafate. Stay Friday night. Saturday transfer to lodge. Sunday – Friday:  Six full …

Austral Kings – 2016 Season Recap

AlexanderKing Salmon, Patagonia

Hola Amigos, After two years of extensive scouting for a viable King Salmon river in Chile,  we are thrilled to introduce our new fishing program for Chinooks on the fly, Austral Kings.  The Backstory: After 10 years of guiding for Sea Run Browns in Tierra del Fuego, Dorado in Bolivia and Argentina, and trout in Patagonia, we figured it was time for …

Kooi Noom trip report by Ben Etridge

Nicolas TrochineArgentina, Patagonia, rainbow trout, Trout

Kooi Noom Trip Report by Ben Etridge WEEK: 29/11/14 – 06/12/14   Thoughts and Recollections Kooi Noom fully lived up to expectations. The fishing was challenging and technical but also extremely rewarding. The weather was both tough toward the fisherman with high winds but also we received a calm break midway through the week which enabled us to explore more …