How to Fish in Puerto Montt, Chile
Puerto Montt is situated in the lake district of Chile, on the southern tip of South America. This is far enough south that the climate corresponds to that of Washington state. And the flora and fauna are similar in many ways, too.
Chilean tourist authorities market the region in part by talking about the gigantic brown trout that prowl its streams, but salmon are also a big draw. Fishing is best in the many rivers, but there are also lakes holding both salmon and trout. Finding good fishing spots can be difficult for foreigners, as can getting to them, as the roads peter out some distance south of Puerto Montt. To reach the best fishing, it is advisable to hire a local guide. The travel agencies in Puerto Montt can help with locating specific guide services.
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Things You'll Need
- Fishing gear
- Warm clothes (if going up into the mountains)
- Fishing license
Instructions
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Fishing in Puertto Montt
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Take a flight to Santiago, Chile.
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Change to a local flight. Several airlines operate flights to Puerto Montt. Alternatively, take a long-distance bus.
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Buy a fishing license online (see Reference 1). Alternatively, buy the license from the Semapesca regional office in Puerto Montt, which is located in the town's city hall.
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Hire a guide. There are several agencies in Puerto Montt who can help find fishing guides. Without a guide, finding good fishing spots can be difficult for foreigners.
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Tips & Warnings
Several companies offer charter trips to the Patagonia region of Chile, with fishing guides and accommodations included. Consider arranging one.
Make sure to visit other places in the region while you are there, such as Chiloe Island.
When leaving Puerto Montt, make sure you have enough money to get by for several days. There are no banks or stores in the outlying regions, and hotels do not take credit cards.
The language of Chile is Spanish, but many people speak only their native tongue.
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- Photo Credit fly fishing image by Brett Bouwer from Fotolia.com
