The Golden Dorado is not to be confused which the Dorado often caught off the coast of the US. The Golden Dorado is a fresh water fish, whereas our Dorado is a saltwater fish that is commonly referred to as the Dolphin, or Mahi Mahi. The South American Dorado can be likened to our Striped Bass because they are similar in size (roughly 2 pounds all the way to 40 pounds plus!), similar in shape, and both grow quickly because of their voracious appetites.

On the Dove Hunting trips at Los Ombues many clients chose to fish a half day on their day of departure to rest their sore shoulder, and their tired bodies. The fishing is done in the Parana River and its tributaries which are literally a 3 minute drive from the lodge. Within minutes of setting your 14 foot john boat in the water you will be in prime Dorado waters. While trying your luck for Dorado you depending on your bait and your style of fishing it is likely that you will hook the infamous Piranha. While the Piranha doesn’t give you the challenging fight the Dorado does, they are plentiful and lots of fun to catch.

Carlos and staff provide all fishing equipment including life jackets for your safety.

Don’t forget to ask your sales agent at Southern Outfitting Company LLC about fishing while at Los Ombues.

If your destination is Estancia Chacu in Salta, clients are encouraged to stay at least an extra day and try their luck on the monster Dorado in this area. Fishing in this area is much like our Trout and Smallmouth Bass fishing at home. There are 2 main fishing areas that are fished, which are the Del Valle River and the Juramento River

In the Del Valle River you will wade into the frigid mountain waters in search of the elusive Dorado. This area presents the most difficult challenge, but the rewards are well worth it, as the Dorado in this river run between 4 and 6 pounds. Fishing in the Del Valle is recommended only for the more experienced fly fisherman.

The Juramento is wider and deeper, and the fishing is done in a boat or on the river banks. It is easy to use both spinning rigs and fly rods in the Juramento, and because the Dorado is very plentiful in this river your chance of success is high. The Dorado in this area run generally between 12-15 pounds, and if you are lucky you may catch one of the 40 pound monsters that have been known to frequent the Juramento!

Floro and Staff provide all fishing gear and safety equipment necessary.

Regardless of your destination, the best fishing months, happen to coincide with the best Dove hunting months. Prime time for fishing is October through March which is the spring and summer south of the equator.

Don’t forget to ask your sales agent about the fantastic fishing in Argentina!

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