2026 Trip Details
Tsmaine Pluma Lodge : Bolivia
- 9 Nights / 8 Days - $8270 (Includes National Park Entry / Indigenous Fee)
The Location:
Trust us — this is one of the wildest, most unforgettable fishing trips out there. Remote rivers full of golden dorado, pacú, and yatorana, jaw-dropping scenery, exotic wildlife, and fascinating local cultures combine to make for an angling adventure unlike any other.
If you love destination fly-fishing with plenty of variety and big fish, this is right up your alley.
Pluma Lodge sits up on a cliff above the Pluma River, just above where it meets the Secure River. From the lodge you can fish multiple beats — the Pluma (including the upper Pluma), the renowned Itirizama, and the Secure River both above and below the confluence.
The lodge, an engineering feat in itself, features single-occupancy rooms and private bathrooms — simple, comfortable, and dialed in so you can focus on the fishing.
The Lodge & Accomodations
Tsimane Pluma Lodge offers a harmonious blend of modern comfort and Amazonian wilderness, providing spacious cabins and bungalows that serve as a luxurious sanctuary in the heart of Bolivia's remote angler's paradise.
Each accommodation is thoughtfully designed to seamlessly merge with the surrounding natural beauty, featuring comfortable beds, private bathrooms, and ample space to unwind after a thrilling day of angling. The lodge's inviting common areas and dining spaces offer the perfect settings to share fishing stories and savor delicious meals made from local ingredients.
Tsimane Pluma Lodge is not just a place to rest; it's an integral part of the immersive experience, allowing you to reconnect with the pristine wonders of the Bolivian jungle and make your golden dorado adventure truly unforgettable.
The Fishery
The pristine waters of the Pluma River and its tributaries are home to an abundance of not only golden dorado but also other coveted species like pacu and yatorana. With crystal-clear waters, diverse aquatic ecosystems, and a catch-and-release policy that ensures the sustainability of these remarkable fish, Tsimane Pluma Lodge provides an unparalleled angling experience where every cast presents the opportunity for thrilling encounters with these powerful, gold-flecked denizens of the jungle. Whether you're a seasoned angler seeking a trophy catch or a novice looking to hone your skills, this unique fishery promises an unforgettable adventure on the waters of the Bolivian Amazon.
The Pluma River is a moderately sized, clear freestone river featuring stunning, pristine topography. More open than many surrounding rivers, it is easier to wade through thanks to its wide banks, primarily made up of smooth gravel and rocks.
All fishing on the Pluma is done either on foot while wading or poling in dugout canoes designed by the native Tsmaine people.
Each beat of the river offers a completely unique fishing experience from intimate, pocket water fishing on the upper Itirizama, to the slower moving water of the Secure, every day at the Pluma lodge is an advnture.
Package Details:
The prices above reflect a double occupancy room with a shared boat.
What's Included:
- Ground Transfers in Santa Cruz
- In-country flight from Santa Cruz to the lodge location
- Lodging in a single occupancy room in Santa Cruz for one night at arrival and one night at departure date in a 5-star hotel
- Daily guided fishing (2 Anglers per guide)
- All meals while at the lodge
- Argentine Wines, soft drinks, mixers, and all alcoholic beverages
- Wi-Fi Service
- Laundry Service
- All applicable Mexican VAT tax
What's Not Included:
- International flights to Santa Cruz, Bolivia
- Bolivian Visa
- All equipment, flies, and tackle
- Gratuities for guides, and lodge staff
- $670 Native Community Tax (can be pre-paid)
How To Get There:
All guests should book flights to the Santa Cruz International Airport (VVI), upon arrival in Santa Cruz, guests will be greeted by a member of the Tsmaine team at the airport and transfered to a five star hotel for their first night in Bolivia. Guests will be invited to enjoy all the hotel and the city of Santa Cruz has to offer for the evening.
The following morning, guests will take a charter flight to the Oromomo Community airstrip, located in the Bolivian jungle on the bank of the Secure River. This flight is approx 1.5 hours, upon arrival to the jungle, guests will be met by the Pluma lodge manager/ host, and be taken to the lodge either by boat or helicopter.
Documentation Requirements:
All U.S. citizens are required to have a valid passport that does not expire within six (6) months of trip dates. Please ensure that your passport is not torn, delaminating, or damaged.
A visa is required to enter Bolivia and can be purchased upon entry into the country ($160 USD)
Proof of a Yellow Fever vaccine in the form of a Yellow Fever Vaccine Certificate is also required for entry into Bolivia.
Terms & Conditions - Untamed Angling
Cancellation Policy : The Company and its subsidiaries are not responsible for cancellations resulting from weather conditions, river levels, or a Force Majeure event, and shall provide no refunds in such event. The Company may opt to provide alternate dates, as set forth further below, in its sole and absolute discretion.
In addition, the indigenous tax costs must be reviewed in the pre-trip itinerary and must be paid via Bank transfer 45 days before the agreed-upon arrival date. After making a reservation, you will be deemed to have given your consent to our terms and conditions, as well as our cancellation policy detailed here.
“Force Majeure” shall be defined herein as circumstances beyond Company's reasonable control, including, without limitation, acts of God; earthquakes; fires; floods; weather conditions; wars; civil or military disturbances; acts of terrorism; sabotage; strikes; epidemics; pandemics; viral or bacterial outbreaks; riots; power failures; computer failure and any such circumstances beyond our reasonable control as may cause interruption, loss or malfunction of utility, transportation, computer (hardware or software) or telephone communication service; accidents; labor disputes; acts of civil or military authority; governmental actions; or inability to obtain labor, material, equipment or transportation.
To be clear, any amounts paid to the Company for your travel package are non-refundable under any conditions. You hereby acknowledge and agree to our refund and cancellation policy.
Deposit Policy : A non-refundable deposit of 50% per person is due at the time of booking to hold both space and guides for all Tsimane packages. In the case of cancellations, all deposits and payments are non-refundable. Because of the lodge’s strict no refund policy, we highly recommend the purchase of trip cancellation insurance. No space or guides will be held without receipt of deposit. Full pre-payment is due 90 days prior to date of trip.
Additional Terms : All luggage and personal belongings are the sole responsibility of their owners at all times. It is highly recommended that you obtain comprehensive travel insurance that covers cancellations due to a Force Majeure event, loss and/or theft of luggage and personal belongings. In no case will the operator or our Company be responsible for any loss that you may incur as a result of a cancellation due to a Force Majeure event or any other reason, or a loss to your luggage or personal belongings
Neither our Company nor any of the inns shall be responsible for any loss, damage, theft, injury or death that arises or may arise during the practice of sport fishing or any other activity.
Our Company shall not be responsible for any loss or damage suffered on board an aircraft or a leased aircraft. The contract or ticket issued by the airline or charter company will constitute the only contract as between the airline or the charter company and the passenger(s), and you shall be required to resolve any disputes related to your flight or travel with such airline or charter company.
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