Marié 2025 Season Fishing Report | Giants of the Turi River Week 04 | August 31 – September 07

This week brought a remarkable combination of experiences, as part of the group traveled to the Turi River—the Marié’s largest tributary—for the first camping adventure of the season. There, anglers were rewarded with untouched lagoons, wild landscapes, and encounters with giants.

Meanwhile, those fishing from the mothership found equally memorable action. Dropping water levels made fish more accessible, setting the incredible stage for 11 trophies over 20 lbs and several peacocks beyond 80 cm.

The results spoke for themselves: a week full of powerful fish, dramatic battles, and stories that perfectly capture the River of Giants.

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ANGLERS: 14 Guests

WEATHER CONDITION

A mix of sunny days defined the week, with average water temperatures around 28ºC (82ºF).

RIVER CONDITIONS

Water levels continued to drop, creating excellent conditions for both mothership anglers and those venturing upstream to camp.

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WEEKLY STATS

Total Peacock Bass Catches: 583
Temensis Benchmarks:

Temensis Over 10 lbs: 10
Temensis Over 15 lbs: 10
Temensis Over 20 lbs: 11
Temensis Over 80 cm: 15
Temensis Over 90 cm: 01

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UNFORGETTABLE MOMENT

Hannes
Hannes began his week with solid catches, but the river had saved something special for the end. On the very last day, guided by Sérgio, he spotted a faint ripple in the middle of a lagoon. One precise cast, one brutal strike — and suddenly his fly was gone in an explosion of water. Moments later, a 20 lb peacock bass was in the net, the perfect closing chapter to his journey.

Gary
Gary’s week became a true saga of the Marié. While fishing a sandbar with his guide Agu, he intercepted a moving wake and brought a powerful 21 lb peacock bass to hand. The following day, persistence turned into glory: with guide Rafael, he connected with the fish of a lifetime — a 90 cm, 23 lb giant that stripped line into the backing before finally surrendering. And the river was not finished with him. Later that same afternoon, Gary landed yet another 21 lb trophy, sealing a run that few anglers will ever experience.

Matt
Matt had already landed a 20 lb fish that morning, but destiny had more in store. In an unnamed lagoon on the Turi River, his guide challenged him: land a giant here, and the place would forever carry his name. At first, the water seemed quiet — until a sudden strike sent a massive fish charging into timber. A native guide dove into the water, wrestling alongside Matt for more than 30 minutes until they finally brought the fish clear. The reward: a 21 lb peacock bass and the honor of naming a new lagoon of the Marié.

Alex
The day before, Alex had already secured a strong 20 lb fish, but what followed was nothing short of epic. At the mouth of a lagoon, his fly was devoured by a monster that tore downstream with unstoppable force. Instinctively, Alex and his guide leapt from the boat onto a sandbar, bracing against the charge. The fish ripped through the fly line and into the backing, nearly breaking free. At that critical moment, another boat approached, and a native guide dove into the current, swimming more than 100 feet to seize the line by hand. Against all odds, they subdued a 21 lb peacock bass — a capture as dramatic as the Marié itself.

LOOKING AHEAD

With water levels dropping steadily, Rio Marié is set for even stronger weeks ahead. The stage is prepared for more giants, and every cast holds the promise of encounters that define a lifetime peacock bass.

GUIDES & STAFF
Rio Marié, 2025