Peacock Bass fishing in Brazil- Amazonia - Adventure Fishing Trips - Amazon Prince & Iemanja Hotel Yachts

	HARD BAITS
	The Rebel Jumping Minnows are very productive here. The bone white color and the red-heads are good choices. Other topwater baits such as zaras (Heddon), poppers, sticks, hardbaits with propellers are also welcome. Sizes: 10 to 16cm or 4" to 6". If you by them at US replace the triple hooks by reinforced ones. Check also the rings (at least 50lbs).

	M INNOWS
	Sub Surface minnows also work great with Peacocks. We suggest: Bomber 16, Borboleta (Juana e Juana-S), The First, Yo-Zuri e Cotton Cordell.

	J I G S
	Bring also some jigs. They may surprise you.

	SUNGLASSES
	Beyond the protection it provides against the baits triple hooks (don't forget the hat also), the polarized models are indispensable for this trip because besides blocking much more UVA and UVB rays than conventional models they also provide you a clear visualization of submerged structures, witch is a determinative factor in peacock fishing.

	I E M A N J Á
	Meet Iemanja Yacht, built exclusively to attend Sport Fishing Tourism. It's a 75 feet long and 20 feet wide hotel boat to host you with uncompromising luxury, and all comfort and safety on this adventure into the Amazon jungle. See more...

	V I D E O
	Mike's 22 pounds Peacock Bass caught at Youtube. Watch the video

	V I D E O
	Big %#@^** Amazon Catfish (Pirarara) caught at Youtube. Watch the video

IMPORTANT TIPS

AT THE FISHING

Light clothes (7 T-shirts, 4 pairs of shorts)
2 Sun ten lotion (factor 30 or greater)
Small flashlight
Extra batteries and charger s for all your electric accessories
Camera and lots of rolls of film or memory cards
Polarized sun glasses
Fishing hat or cap
Rain coat
Sailing sneakers
Some disposable towels (like kitchen towels)

FISHING EQUIPMENT

2 medium-heavy rods (20/25 pounds � 5.6 or 6 feet) graphite or similar. (with 4000 spinning reel or bait casting reel)
1 pair of fish catch pliers (Boga Grip or similar)
1 pair of beak pliers to remove fish-hooks
1 pair of cutting pliers
1 Trim nail cutter
300 yards of 20/25 lbs (0.45mm) fishing line Monofilament (20 lbs Trilene big game is fine) or multifilament (braid line) PE 4 or 5 - about 0.35mm (Spectra)
Reinforced snaps
Tubular case to transport the rods (1 for 2 fishermen)
Pocket knife
Hard baits - Topwater zaras, poppers, Big Game with tail propellers, sub surface minnows, with Reinforced triple hooks. Suggested size: 10 to 16 cm.
If you go for Fly Fishing bring #8 or #9 tackle.
if you go fishing for big catfishes bring also 1 heavy rod (60/80 lbs) with compatible reel, 500 yards of 0,60/0,80mm fishing line and 7/0 e 10/0 fish-hooks

PERSONAL USE

Identification like ID, passport
Brazilian Fishing License (will be provided by our staff)
cigarettes
soap, deodorant, toothpaste and brush
sandals
any medicines habitually taken
2 bath towels

ON THE TRIP

Wear a track suit with shorts underneath. You will arrive in Manaus with very high temperatures. (Same on the return)
In Manaus normally only light clothes are worn.
In the hand luggage we take glasses, reels, cameras, etc. Knives and other dangerous materials are prohibited in hand luggage.
Normally we take 1 canvas bag for clothing, 1 for fishing equipment and 1 for hand luggage. Avoid plastic boxes as these can break and open during the trip.
We place artificial baits in their packaging with the fishing equipment.
We recommend that before buying fishing material, consult anglers with experience of the region.
Singlets are not permitted wear in the airplane. Shorts are permitted.

GENERAL RULES

Get vaccinated against yellow fever at least 30 days before the trip. this is obligatory if you haven't been vaccinated in the last 9 years. Vaccinations against Tetanus and hepatitis are optional.
The driver responsible for the transfers can't wait very long, and it's the leader's responsibility to assemble the group rapidly for transport.
On night fishing do not distance yourself more than 20 minutes from the Mother Ship and the time limit for return is 10:00 p.m.
The small boats are prohibited from leaving the Mother Ship while it is moving.
Before consuming extras at the Hotel - Check the prices
All excess expenses, of consumption of specific preferences will be the responsibility of the individual as the idea is to divide normal expenses amongst everybody
Rigorously keep times of departure and return of the fishing trips
Do not offer alcoholic beverages to the helmsman and we suggest do not drink alcohol during the fishing trips. Save the party for the return to the Mother Ship.
Diving into the river should be avoided (piranhas, piraíbas, etc) and if you enter in the water always wear sandals.
We recommend, before going fishing or prolonged exposure to the sun that sun blocker should be applied.
We recommend that old clothes (like t-shirts) be taken for fishing and that they can be left there.
Careful with excess baggage (20 Kg). The cost will be for the individual.
In the fishing area normally there are no mosquitoes (the water is too acid) nevertheless a repellent (Off) may be in your fishing equipment.
Cell phones don't work in the fishing area.
During the fishing sessions light vests must be worn.
Remember: during the fishing sessions you are not alone in the boat. Be careful with your partner when casting bait. If the lure becomes snagged, avoid pulling as the line could fly in your direction. The helmsman will handle it.
In the event of an accident, return to the Mother Ship rapidly or look for another experienced angler who is nearby.
All problems which may arise should be taken to the group leader, so that they may be resolved.
Try and take everything in good humor and keep a team spirit.

GOOD FISHING !!!
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