Patagonia: fly fishing in estancias

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		Pichileufú Paraje Quillén - Aluminé Paraje Quillen Cell Phone: 15-402571 / 15-408109 E-mail Description: Surrounded by the Aluminé and the Guillén Rivers and the Pichileufu Stream, the estancia dating from 1903, which used to belong to a traditional cattle-raising family, today has become an excellent place for big game, sport fishing and adventure travel. A cozy rustic shell from the early XXth century welcomes guests and entertains them with delicious breakfasts in front of the lodge and cocktails by the fireplace at sunset. In addition to fishing around the picturesque southern lakes, programs include horseback rides, photographic safaris, agricultural tourism, hiking, river rafting and boat rides. The family atmosphere and the customized assistance make Pichileufu an outstanding offer to enjoy the mountain range landscapes. Capacity: Activities & Facilities: Languages Spoken:

		Quillén (Aluminé, Neuquén) Paraje Quillén Telephone: 02942-49-6196 Tel/Fax: 02942-49-6129 E-mail Description: Cattle tradition since 1903, the estancia opened its doors for lovers of big game, fishing and adventure travel in the 1970s. The shell located between the Aluminé and the Quillén Rivers, next to the countless cold water water mirrors are the scene of trout and salmon fishing, practiced with guides and crafts from the estancia. And during the game season, the Quillén private reserve offers excellent specimens of red deer and wild boar. The program is completed with horseback and rafting excursions to fully enjoy the Andes montain range landscape. Capacity: 8 rooms Activities & Facilities: Languages Spoken:

		Río Quillén Alumine, Neuquén - Argentina Alumine Telephone: Reservas 011-4707-0538 E-mail Description: Built by don Juan Lagos Mármol in the early XX century, Estancia Río Quillén has its own landing strip. The main house has a cozy and rustic style. Guests are entertained with breakfast served on the terrace and cocktails by the fireplace overlooking impressive sunsets. The rooms, with a countryside style, have a view of the valley. Furthermore, the estancia has two cabins which are comfortably equipped. Within a scenery made up by the Quillén River and Lake Quillén, its high country, valleys, rivers and local forests provide a unique spot for lovers of horses and fly-fishing. Capacity: 10 rooms Activities & Facilities: Languages Spoken:

		Santa Teresa (Piedra del Águila, Neuquén) Telephone: (02942) 49-3125 Description: Traditional Patagonian estancia with 75,000 hectares for raising cattle, sheep and horses. Its Mediterranean sytle shell was built in 1975 and is surrounded by a leafy park, crossed by creeks and lagoons ideal for fishing. In Santa Teresa, both children and grown-ups with or without experience may cross its extense fields on horseback and watch the local fauna, as well as witness rural tasks. Capacity: 16 rooms Activities & Facilities: Languages Spoken:

		Tipiliuke (San Martín de los Andes, Neuquén) Ea. Cerro Los Pinos Telephone: (02972) 42-9465 / (011) 4806-8877 E-mail Description: Only 10 minuts from the Chapelco Airport, Tipiliuke includes 20,000 hectares resting on the banks of the Chimehuin and Quilquihue Rivers, both precious nooks for sport fishing. Cerro Los Pinos, one of the first agricultural facilities of the region, was part of the estancia, and at present, it is assisted by the descendants of its first owners. The lawn, which lodges more than 200 tree species from all round the world, surrounds the Tipiliuke lodge and Pablo's house, which provides lodging for guests all through the year. This estancia has 5 closed reserves for red deer breeding, as well as a varied fauna that includes foxes, guanacos, ñandúes, cougars and wild cats. Capacity: 14 rooms Activities & Facilities: Languages Spoken:

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