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ABOUT ULTIMATE FLY-FISHING & NOMADS OF THE SEAS - in their own words:

Nomads of the Seas Ultimate Fly Fishing program is, without a doubt, an experience full of adventures and surprises that will captivate the hearts of all courageous explorers that go deep into this adventure. Reaching places where man has never been before, fishing in places that haven’t suffered human alterations, pollution or any kind of intervention other than that of Mother Nature is the privilege that our guests will experience with Nomads of the Seas and its Ultimate Fly Fishing program.

To keep its promise, Nomads of the Seas relies on its cutting edge aero-maritime transport system consisting of a Bell 407 helicopter, 6 jet-boats, a Hurricane 920 RIB zodiac, and other lesser watercrafts such as zodiacs and catacrafts. Meanwhile, 36 McKenzie boats and 12 jetskiffs are placed in strategic spots of the Patagonia, readily available for fishing trips in deeper territory. This equipment allows us to penetrate into the most secluded rivers, lagoons and mountains, some of them lying untouched and unseen, waiting to be discovered.

In Ultimate Fly-Fishing, the angler may become part of a scouting team, which adds a whole new dimension to each expedition. There is no such thing as being bound to a specific location; groups are free to explore privileged sites, including some that have rarely, if ever, seen a fishing line. Due to these conditions, trophy catches are not hard to find at Nomads.

Fishing Experiences

A sophisticated aero maritime transportation system is one of the highlights of the Nomads of the Seas adventure, all so that you can get in touch with the magnificent beauty of Patagonia: breathtaking glaciers, rivers, lakes, fiords and mountains are just some of the sceneries you will enjoy while using some of these water toys.

88 boats are related to your Nomads trip. This fleet has been carefully selected by our professionals and thought to make your Nomads experience an unforgettable one.

ALUMINUM BOATS: (jet skiffs): Powered with a 35hp Yamaha Jet Drive, they allow our expert guides to reach undiscovered rivers going through extreme shallow waters. Their versatility is unique.

JET BOATS: Powered with 250 and 400hp Sport Jet Optimax engines, our fleet of Jet Boats is on board. Guided by Nomads professional drivers, you will plane and dribble gorgeous rivers and canyons though Patagonia. This is for sure a highlight in your trip. These jet boats are capable of cruising through very shallow rivers and lakes thanks to their jet engines that have been manufactured upon our request, achieving a final product of unsurpassed technical quality.

PONTOON / CATA RAFTS: Equipped for 2 or 3 people our inflatable pontoon rafts makes fly fishing smooth and stable. It`s a perfect unit to make it through white waters, to find the best fishing spots and scenic areas.

RIB ZODIAC: 920 powered with two 250 hp four stroke Yamaha Engines, used by the US Navy Seals, designed to successfully navigate all sea and weather conditions. It was conceived for military operations and is equipped with all safety and maneuvering elements to juggle trying circumstances. One of its main features is an aluminum hull surrounded by an inflatable device. Each seat was built with an independent shock absorption system, to ensure a pleasant and safe navigation.

DRIFT BOATS: Fully equipped units are permanently located in more than 20 unexplored locations, to practice great fishing in lakes and lagoons. They have reduced water friction, are very stable and easy to steer. These and other traits, like their low center of gravity, make them especially fit for fishing, being particularly used for Fly Fishing in lakes and lagoons.

ZODIAC: When scouting new fishing spots, nothing better than our portable Zodiacs powered with 18hp Tohatsu engines. Their lightweight structure make them fit for airborne transportation to multiple fishing locations using the Nomads Bell 407 helicopter. So get on the helicopter, find the right spot and go fishing!

Fishing Facts

After being introduced in Chile in the late 19th century, salmonids found exceptional conditions to settle and reproduce over time in the grandeur of the infinite, pristine and fertile streams, rivers, lagoons and lakes of this sector of Chile. Nowadays, resident, coastal and anadromous varieties of Rainbow and Brown Trout, along with Brook Trout, attain abundance in these waters and a size that is difficult for their congeners in the northern hemisphere to beat. The same occurs with Silver and King Salmon and occasionally with Atlantic Salmon. The development of all these salmonids is not only confined to continental waters, but they also live in those estuaries, freshets and river mouths of infinite fjords, inlets and channels that make up this South Pacific Ocean. Some native species like the Robalo, Bonito and Sierra (endemic Barracuda type), which can offer large challenges for fly-fishing, add value to the infinite spectrum of possibilities in the area.

It is possible to practice fly fishing and spinning in the region. Here you will find trouts and salmons of different sizes:

• Brown Trout. One of the most popular Salmonidae, but very evasive, unpredictable, aggressive, and enormously cunning, which makes it tough to catch. The Brown Trout weighs from 1 to 10 pounds.
• The Brook Trout. Very beautiful and voracious, and changes its color according to the food it eats. The Brook Trout weighs from 3 ounces to over 5 pounds.
• The Steelhead Trout. Is the sea-going cousin of rainbow trout and is known for putting up a hard fight. The average length of a steelhead trout is 20-30 inches. Is most commonly found in the Pacific Ocean. The life expectancy of the steelhead trout is generally about 6-8 years. The Steelhead Trout weighs up to 8 pounds.
• Sea Run Brown Trout. The back of the sea-run brown trout has a color variation of greens and the sides will transition to yellow/brown. It prefers water temperatures that are considered too warm for most other trout. It rarely lives longer than 8 years and weighs from 3 to 25 pounds.
• Land & Locked Salmon. Native of Lake Sebago, was introduced at the beginning of the century into numerous environments. It is silver colored, with blue head and back, black spots on the flanks and dark dorsal fins with blue stripes. It may weigh from 1 to 8 pounds.
• Chinook. Has a robust body, it is conic with a slightly sharp and pointed head in young females and males. Adult reproductive males have a bigger head, long mouth, with both tips bent inwards as a hook, with strong teeth. In natural conditions, its size may reach 80 centimeters long. Chinook Salmon weigh from 10 to 50 pounds.

Fishing Equipment

• Fishing rods: Since there are medium and large size rivers in the region, we strongly recommend you to bring the following rods: number 5 to 7 for trouts and number 8 for salmons.
• Lines: WF sinking tip or sinking tip type III and IV. If you fish with Teeny lines, we recommend T130 to T200. For situations in which floating lines are needed, WF are the best choice, because weather conditions may be windy most of the time.
• Waders: For the beginning and end of the season, we recommend the neoprene 3mm to 5mm. During January, February and March is better to use breathable suits.
• Clothes for the trip: We recommend to bring clothes for warm and cold days, and for rainy days as well, like waterproof jackets or windproof fleeces .
• Sun block protection: FPS 60 and sun glasses.