Peacock Bass - Amazon Queen/Rio Negro Lodge - Brazil

Both the Amazon Queen houseboat and Rio Negro Lodge offer excellent opportunities for trophy peacocks. While an average peacock will go 4 to 8 pounds, there are daily chances for 15 pound plus trophies, with most every week of the season chalking up at least one giant topping 20 pounds.  The present world record peacock of over 26 pounds was taken by an Amazon Queen guest.  This is not just big fish territory, though-racking up 25 pavon in a day is not uncommon, along with a smattering of other species as well. The Amazon Queen is a live-aboard houseboat that moves from tributary to tributary, depending on season. It features double occupancy, air-conditioned staterooms, plus spacious dining and lounge areas. Rio Negro Lodge offers an outstanding land based lodge the features all the standard amenities, plus many extras, making it one of the most comfortable facilities imaginable. At both operations, experienced guides operate new, fiberglass bass boats with powerful outboards able to quickly whisk anglers to the best spots on the river. Fly out fishing in float equipped aircraft is also an extra cost option, allowing guests to reach even more remote, trophy filled waters. Details Target Species: Peacock Bass Rates: $3950 per person for 7 nights, 6 days fishing. Season: September through mid-December, early January through late-March. Rates Include: Airport reception in Manaus, round trip charter to either operation, all meals, accommodations, guided fishing and use of camp casting/spinning tackle and lures. Not Included: Airfare to Manaus, tips, liquor, personal purchases and departure taxes. Target Species: Peacock Bass Prices subject to change.  Rates per person, based on double occupancy.