Trip dates are "in country dates". International travel will add additional days to your trip.

Experience classic jungle fishing! There's a reason why the mighty Rio Negro is the Amazon's #1 destination for big peacock bass.

Exceptional fishing, luxury double occupancy accommodations, and incredible wildlife all make for an extraordinary jungle experience.

Group Size: 16 individuals in spacious double-occupancy staterooms; single-occupancy available on a limited basis.

Accommodations: The stunning Nomad Yacht was built with classic Brazilian luxury in mind. This 3 level yacht offers extreme comfort and class with plenty of room to roam.

What makes this location special?

The largest black water river in the world, and the fifth-largest river by volume in the world, the Rio Negro is bigger than our minds can even comprehend. Imagine countless braids, rivers, streams, lagoons, and lakes all connected side by side. Now imagine that area being 13 miles WIDE! That's the Rio Negro. With plenty of room to explore, this watershed holds many secrets, including the coveted giant Timensis peacock bass.

It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with our Terms and Conditions before booking.

What's included

Airport Transfers

City Host/Translator

Hotel Transfers

3 Nights

Saturday & Sunday on arrival and Monday on departure

RT Charter Flight

Flight from Manaus to fishing zone

6 Full Days of Fishing

7 Nights Accomodations

7 nights aboard our incredible yacht

Meals in fishing zone

Beautifully presented, delicious Brazilian cuisine. Multiple options each meal. Please report allergies.

Alcohol on the river

We provide a basic bar, domestic beer, and Chilean wine.

What's not included

Trip Cancelation Insur

In the rare case that a trip must be cancelled due to circumstances beyond your control, Trip Cancelation Insurance provides extra coverage. Nomadic Waters does NOT issue trip refunds.

Global Rescue Evac Insur

This is NOT trip cancellation insurance. This is evacuation coverage in case of medical emergency.

Brazil Tourist Visa

Required for all visitors as of April 2025

Travel to Manaus

International travel typically routes through Panama or Columbia direct to Manaus. Miami direct to Manaus may be available by this date.

Hotel Stay - Extra

Additional hotel nights are your responsibility.

Meals & Bar in Manaus

Meals and bar tabs in Manaus, we can arrange transportation and interpreters for your meals in Manaus for a small fee.

Alcohol on the river

You can easily bring your favorite alcohol by purchasing it in the Duty-Free shops in the Panama airport, and they will transport it to Manaus.

Gratuities

MUST BE in Brazilian REAL ($R). Min. 10% of the trip price for Guides & Crew. Tips are given out by the Host during Crew appreciation dinner. Additional tips for Manaus team (drivers/hosts).

Excursions

3 custom excursions are available for your arrival day in Manaus. Select one.

Gear or Tackle

Gear (rods, reels, flies, lures) is not provided in the package price. Rental packages are available.

The mighty Rio Negro is world-famous for its giant peacock bass. Guests on this trip enjoy an incredible fishery that will test the strongest of equipment. Guests enjoy full days on the water and jaw-dropping scenery and abundant wildlife.

Accommodations: The stunning Nomad yacht was built with classic Brazilian luxury in mind. This 3 level yacht offers extreme comfort and class with plenty of room to roam.

What makes this location unique:

Size: In 6 days of fishing, we will cover an area that is 10 miles long and 7 miles wide (70 square miles). Guests will never see the same water twice.
Variety: This part of the Rio Negro comprises rivers/streams/lakes/ponds/lagoons/sandbars/submerged jungle combined. The variety that our guests experience here is mind-boggling.
Expected catch rates: We aim for 1,100 fish landed per week with 10 guests, with 10% of those fish being double-digit in pounds.
Lunches aboard our mothership and afternoon siestas in your own air-conditioned cabins. Note: other outfitters here do "all dayers" to conserve fuel, meaning that lunches are served in the jungle without an opportunity to rest.
Guests will experience opportunities to cast to multiple double-digit peacock bass every day.
Live aboard our beautiful mothership. Guests enjoy a double occupancy stateroom with a private bathroom with hot water shower and individually controlled air conditioning.