River and Lakes Overview

The Agua Boa Lodge is located on the Agua Boa river which is one of the 1000 plus tributaries that feeds the mighty Amazon river. Situated almost 200 miles north west of the Brazilian city of Manaus in deep jungle, the Agua Boa river can be found flowing from its source high in the Mocidade mountains through a stunning landscape of almost uninhabited rain forest and savannah.

The beautiful clear waters of the Agua Boa flow through one of the best protected areas of the Amazon region, before entering into the larger river Branco , which in turn joins the river Negro. At Manaus, the river Negro joins the river Solimoes to form the Amazon proper.

Unlike most other Amazon fishing destinations, the beautifully clear waters of the Agua Boa, combined with the light sandy bottom, allow sight fishing to cruising Peacock Bass and Arowana.

From its source to the river Branco  the Agua Boa river is approximately 150 miles in length. There are many lagoons and ox bow lakes located along the Agua Boa river, varying in size from one to ten hectares. When the water levels are at their most optimal, sandbanks create additional pools in which it is possible to sight cast to the fish. During these periods of low water conditions many of the lagoons become disconnected with the main river, which provides fantastic fishing opportunities as those huge Peacock Bass cruise around in search of potential quarry. When the water is slightly higher, our guides will pole the boat through the shallow creeks  that lead off the main river into the connecting lakes. When the waters are lower, a short walk of no more than a quarter of a mile may be required to reach the fishing

We exercise a strict policy of catch and release to preserve our fish stocks, and only allow the use of single barbless hooks. This has led to a large population of top quality fish. Agua Boa Amazon Lodge caters exclusively to fly fishermen and the Guides have years of training on the river. Two guests share a boat, unless they have booked a single occupancy chalet, and are accompanied by our fully trained and knowledgeable Guides. Subject to availability, guests may request to fish alone, at additional cost.

All boats are equipped with life jackets and, whilst not obligatory that they are worn, we highly recommend that these are worn particularly whilst changing fishing locations on the river. The boats have radio contact with the Lodge at all times.