Río Tambopata

Río Tambopata cuts through Madre de Dios, Peru and offers classic river fishing. The local patterns are the universal river patterns: fish the heads of pools at first light, the deep slow water in the middle of the day, and the tail-outs as light fades. Light tackle and a careful drift go a long way at Río Tambopata — heavy splashes spook a whole pool.

Location

-12.6464, -69.1943 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species Reported in Madre de Dios

These species are commonly caught at fishing spots across Madre de Dios. Conditions at Río Tambopata may vary.

Fishing Techniques

• For Vampire fish

  Use a wire leader to prevent bite-offs, as vampire fish have extremely sharp teeth.

• For Redeye piranha

  Use a wire leader to prevent bite-offs from sharp teeth and target areas with structure, like submerged trees or rocky outcrops.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species reported in Madre de Dios.

Plan Your Trip

Anglers heading to Río Tambopata should sort licences and confirm seasonal regulations for Madre de Dios 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 Tambopata.

Nearby Spots in Madre de Dios

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