Estancia Quemquemtreu

Estancia Quemquemtreu is a 250,000-acre working ranch, a 1.5-hour drive due west of San Martin/Chapelco airport, in the heart of Patagonia. Nestled in the shade of magnificent Lombardi poplars near the Rio Quemquemtreu, the lodge and ranch complex of corrals, polo fields and manor house is home to a small self-contained hacienda community. It is the classic Patagonian ranch with comforts of home for guests and hosted by a delightful Anglo-Argentine couple, Martin and Paula Zimmerman. Fishing here is a combination of daily float trips on the Rio Collon Cura, well-known for large browns and rainbows, or wade fishing the pocket water of the Rio Quemquemtreu. A delicious lunch is served streamside with guests returning to the lodge for cocktails and dinner each evening. For first-time visitors to Patagonia and families that have diverse interests, Estancia Quemquemtreu is a must, as you can fish, horseback ride, hike, or just explore life on the ranch in the company of well-trained and attentive guides. Listed in Patricia Schultz, best selling book, 1,000 Places to See Before You Die, Estancia Quemquemtreu is a must destination for those who like off-the-beaten-track places.
Lodge Information:
| Getting there: | Commercial flight from Buenos Aires to Chapelco with 1.5 hour minute land transfer to lodge. |
| Length of stay: | 3-5 nights recommended |
| Number of guests: | 10 guests; 5 double rooms with private bathrooms |
| Season: | November - April Rates upon request |
| Included: | Airport transfer, accommodations, daily fishing with professional guide (1 guide with 2 anglers), meals, snacks, wine/beer, beverages with lunch & dinner, evening cocktails, and fishing license |
All photos by Francisco Bedeschi @ www.bedeschi.info
Patagonia Fly Fishing Home | Patagonia Fly Fishing Discoveries & Deals | Contact Patagonia Fly Fishing
Argentina Fly Fishing | Estancia Quemquemtreu | Tipiliuke Lodge | Estancia Arroyo Verde | Estancia San Huberto | Rio Manso Lodge | El Encuentro Lodge | Local Guides | Getting There | Other Activities | Local Accommodations
Chile Fly Fishing | Martin Pescador | Heart of Patagonia | Fundo el Salto | Estancia de los Rios | The Fjords Program | Getting There | Other Activities

