Located in the heart of the Brazilian Amazon, Rio Marié offers one of the most exclusive sport fishing experiences for enthusiasts seeking the legendary peacock bass. With over 800 km of protected waters within indigenous territory, Rio Marié sustains a pristine ecosystem rich in peacock bass, including trophy-sized specimens exceeding 20 pounds—a true prize for anglers.

The largest peacock bass sanctuary in the world

The Rio Marié is unique to Brazil, with more than 500 miles of exclusive access to the largest catch and release river in a region where rivers are often shared by half a dozen fishing operations. This river system within the Indigenous Territory is expansive and, most importantly, completely protected from its headwaters to the mouth. This territory encompasses a vast range of untouched water, boasting a healthy population of giant peacock bass.

High mobility

The direct float plane access to the highly mobile and shallow drafting vessel, the Untamed Amazon, puts anglers on water that has seen very little angler pressure. Our strategy is to fish new water every day and after each week, reposition the vessel up or down river. Quick and easy access to the prized fishing grounds in a versatile mothership allows us complete access to the entire fishery. When pursuing the smartest fish in the jungle, the peacock bass, utilizing every advantage makes the difference.

Size really matters

The waters of the Rio Marié and its tributaries are scientifically proven to house some of the largest peacock bass in the entire Amazon basin. This fishery holds world record caliber fish, and is a fantastic destination for anglers that are looking to break records, and set their own. 

After collecting data over the years, the Rio Marié has demonstrated an average size of speckled peacock bass at 10 pounds, with regular captures of 15 pound fish as well. And if that’s not good enough, there are more fish weighing over 20 pounds than anywhere else in the entire Amazon Negro Basin, or the world, for that matter.

If you want to read more about the travel, logistics, gear of this incredible experience, check out our travel planner.

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