El Encuentro Fly Fishing & Jurassic Lake Lodge | One Extraordinary Patagonia Journey
Two Legendary Destinations. One Extraordinary Journey.
At El Encuentro Fly Fishing, we are constantly looking for new ways to elevate the Patagonia experience for our longtime friends—and for those discovering this remarkable region for the very first time.
That is why we are excited to announce a new strategic partnership with Jurassic Lake Lodge, creating an exclusive opportunity to combine two of Patagonia's most distinctive fly fishing destinations in one seamless adventure.
Connecting both destinations is a private charter flight operated by DOSOM Air aboard a Cessna Grand Caravan, accommodating up to eight guests. In just two hours, this flight links Esquel and Santa Cruz, replacing what would otherwise be a lengthy overland transfer. Instead of spending valuable vacation time on transfers and domestic flight from Buenos Aires, you will maximize your days on the water while enjoying amazing aerial views of Patagonia's mountains, lakes, glaciers, and vast wilderness. Designed for operations in remote regions, the Grand Caravan offers exceptional safety, reliability, and executive-level comfort, making it the fastest, most convenient, and most enjoyable way to travel between these two destinations.
Whether you choose to spend a full week at each destination or simply add a 3- or 4-night extension before or after your stay with us, this new itinerary allows you to experience two completely different fisheries, landscapes, and styles of fishing—all within a single journey.
At El Encuentro Fly Fishing, you will immerse yourself in the classic essence of Central Patagonia. Drift pristine rivers, wade private spring creeks, and sight-fish to wild brown, brook and rainbow trout surrounded by beautiful landscapes, crystal-clear waters, and breathtaking mountain scenery. Every day offers a different fishery, a different scenario, and a new adventure, all guided by our knowledge team and complemented by the warm hospitality that has defined El Encuentro for over 40 years.
Then, continue your adventure at Jurassic Lake Lodge, home to one of the world's most extraordinary trophy rainbow trout fisheries. Famous for producing fish that routinely exceed 20 pounds, Jurassic Lake delivers an exhilarating experience where powerful, hard-fighting rainbows test every angler's skills. It is a destination unlike any other—a dramatic landscape where the chance of landing the fish of a lifetime becomes a reality.
Because the greatest adventures are never defined by a single destination, but by the memories created along the way. We invite you to experience Patagonia as few anglers ever have—through an unforgettable journey that celebrates exploration, exceptional fishing, and the timeless beauty of the wild.