Fishing hotelBarcelos
Santana Rio Negro Lodge
Negro River
Santana Rio Negro Lodge is a peacock bass fishing lodge on the right bank of the Rio Negro, located 73.9 km upriver from Barcelos between the towns of Barcelos and Santa Isabel do Rio Negro, in the middle Rio Negro region of the Brazilian Amazon. The operation runs scheduled Saturday-to-Saturday packages with six full fishing days on one of the most productive stretches of the Amazon for trophy peacock bass — a region known for producing some of the largest specimens ever caught.
The fishing fleet is built around bass boats powered by 60hp-or-larger outboards plus bow-mounted electric trolling motors, the standard setup for casting topwater plugs, jerkbaits and jigs for Cichla temensis. Each pair of anglers shares a dedicated boat with an experienced guide, and the package includes fuel, marine radio, life jackets, and an onboard drinks cooler. Lunch can be served back at the lodge or in the field during the day's expedition.
The shoreside operation pairs a comfortable lodge with a remote Amazon setting. Guests stay in twin cabins with air conditioning, minibar, private bathroom with hot water, and balcony, offered in two formats: the Standard Suite (50 m², two queen beds) and the Premium Suite (100 m², two queen beds, with bathtub). Common areas include a swimming pool, lounge with hammocks, games room, and a dining room serving three daily meals plus snacks. Beverages (water, fresh juices, soft drinks, beer and caipirinha), Wi-Fi and laundry are included throughout the stay.
The standard package runs nine days: Friday arrival in Manaus with an included overnight in the city, Saturday transfer to Barcelos and onward boat ride to the lodge, six full fishing days Sunday through Friday, and check-out the following Saturday. Beyond the fishing, the lodge offers complementary Amazon activities — jungle trails, boat tours for bird and caiman watching, and visits to local Rio Negro communities.
Target species
Speckled peacock bass
Cichla temensis
Janela de operação do lodge: setembro a fevereiro, alinhada à estação seca do Médio Rio Negro, quando as águas baixam e os tucunarés se concentram nos paranás e lagoas marginais.
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Duration
9 days
Price
Price on request
- Price on request — contact the operator directly for the current rate sheet for the standard 9-day package (6 fishing days, Saturday to Saturday).
What's included
Fishing
- Local native guideExperienced fishing guide; one per boat/pair.
- Electric trolling motorBow-mounted electric trolling motor on bass boats.
- Onboard drinks coolerOnboard cooler with cold drinks during fishing.
- Shore lunchLunch can be served in the field as an alternative to the lodge lunch.
- Safety kit (life jackets/first aid)Life jackets and marine radio.
Lodging
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Hot water
- Wi-Fi
- MinibarIn-room minibar.
- BalconyWide balcony in each cabin.
- BathtubPremium Suite only (100 m²).
- Laundry (wash)
Meals
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- SnacksSnacks throughout the lodge stay.
- Non-alcoholic drinksStill and sparkling water, fresh juices and soft drinks.
- BeerBeer and caipirinha included during the stay.
Logistics
- Air transfer includedManaus↔Barcelos flight is not included; angler arranges and pays separately.
- Gateway-city hotel nightOne hotel night in Manaus on arrival (Friday).
- Boat transferBoat transfer from Barcelos airport to the lodge.
Common areas
- Bar & loungeCovered lounge with hammocks around the pool.
- Games roomGames room with poker table.
- DeckCovered deck area by the pool.
- Pool
Activities
- Jungle trailJungle trails offered as a complementary activity.
- BirdwatchingBoat tours for bird watching.
- Wildlife tourBoat tours for caiman spotting and Amazon wildlife.
You arrange
Fishing license
Federal Brazilian sport-fishing license (IBAMA) required; check Amazonas state requirements.
Tips & gratuities
Tips for guides and lodge staff are extra.
Travel insurance
Travel insurance recommended, at the angler's expense.
Personal fishing gear
Fishing tackle (rods, reels, lures, lines) is the angler's responsibility — the lodge does not offer rental.
Personal medication
Personal medication is the angler's responsibility.
Flight to the gateway city
Flight to Manaus (Eduardo Gomes Airport) and Manaus↔Barcelos flight are the angler's responsibility.
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