Río Abiseo

Río Abiseo, in San Martín, Peru, is a river where current dictates almost everything. Rocks, undercut banks, and fallen timber are the obvious targets, but the productive water at Río Abiseo is often the seam between two current speeds — that's where fish wait for food to drift past. Match the size of your bait or lure to whatever insects, baitfish, or crayfish you can see in the water.

Location

-7.3635, -76.8383 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species Reported in San Martín

These species are commonly caught at fishing spots across San Martín. Conditions at Río Abiseo may vary.

Black pacu

Fishing Techniques

• For Black pacu

  Black pacu are primarily herbivorous, so focus on presenting baits and lures that resemble fruits, seeds, or vegetation near structure or in areas with abundant plant life.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species reported in San Martín.

Plan Your Trip

Anglers heading to Río Abiseo should sort licences and confirm seasonal regulations for San Martín before the trip. A quick weather check the morning of helps too — wind direction in particular can make or break a session at a spot like Río Abiseo.

Nearby Spots in San Martín

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