Catch-and-release fishing in Formosa
A great variety of fish as well as a complete infrastructure are waiting for you in the Paraguay, Bermejo and Pilcomayo rivers.
Do you like catch-and-release fishing? Visit a sport fishing paradise: the province of Formosa. Get close to its rivers, discover its infrastructure and services, follow the footprint of fishermen from all over South America. Challenge large fish like the dolphin fish or the surubí and other precious species such as the pacú, corvina and manguruyú. Enjoy fishing in a responsible and sustainable fashion.
Sail along the three major rivers around the province: Bermejo, Pilcomayo and Paraguay. Sail its tributaries: Dalmacia and Herradura, Colonia Aquino and Arroyo Ramírez, Villa Emilia and the mouths of Bermejo River and Riacho Pilagá. Watch a universe of calm waters and thick vegetation. Tour the coasts. Pick a top-rate fishing boat. Your love for fishing flows in Formosa.
Geographic location: Province of Formosa, Northeast of Argentina.
How to get there: by plane, to Formosa City Airport (El Pucú). By land, you can go by car or by bus, as there are various bus lines that get there from the major cities in the country.
Area: 72,066 sq km
Altitude: 115 meters above sea level.
Climate: Tropical. Although visitors can come to the province all year round, the ideal time is from May to September, to avoid extreme temperatures.
Recommended length of stay: 7 to 10 days.
Recommended clothing and gear: light-colored clothes -due to the high temperatures-, rainboots, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
What to do: catch-and-release fishing, photo safaris, hiking, water sports.
Tips: a sports license granted by the Wildlife Department of the province is required for fishing. Check the permits and the requirements in each fishing area.