Amazonian Jungle Fishing Lodge

Navigable rivers, exuberant vegetation, fishing, birdwatching, and guided tours into the rain forest, savannahs, and tepuys (mountains that rise precipitously into the sky) make Manaka Lodge a unique place for fishing.

Besides the enviable comforts of the lodge, Manaka is the only fishing lodge on the Orinoco/Ventuari river system. This means that you and the other Manaka's guests will be the only fishermen using this vast and untapped fishery. You must see the area from the air to fully comprehend the enormity of the river drainage. The unique combination of isolation, comfort, unlimited fishing area, and a strict catch-and-release policy provides the optimum situation for catching the greatest possible numbers of trophy peacock bass.

Once you experience the inconceivable surface strike of the peacock bass, you will probably want to concentrate on top water fishing most of the week. There are several options available to the angler that you may want to consider. Trips offer the angler wonderful scenery and the water is never rough. Those who decide to fish the lagoons can stay out all day, enabling you to fish longer and boatride less. Also, we provide proximity to virgin waters.

You will expect to catch more than 25 peacock bass per day; they will be anywhere from 5 to 20 pounds! The "Pavón", peacock bass in Spanish, is a Cichlid, and there are three different species at Manaka. The Cichla nigrolineatus or Royal Pavón, it averages about five pounds, and has a central uneven horizontal black line on both sides of the body that runs from the gills to the end of the dorsal fin.
The Cichla orinocensis or Butterfly averages about four pounds, is the most abundant: it has three ocellates spots, which run along its lateral side.

And there is the Cichla temensis. Spotted or Deer, Cinchado in Spanish; it has an unmistakable mottle patch directly behind the eyes. Also, four horizontal dotted lines on both sides that tend to disappear when the fish gets over 20 inches, approximately, then, three wide vertical black will appear on both sides. This is the biggest of them all reaching over 20 pounds.
 

There are other fishes that you will be able to catch during your stay: The sable tooth "Payara", a strong fighter that will make acrobatic jumps and can reach over twenty pounds. "The Sardinatas", also called "the leaping maniac" are found in large schools. The "Piranhas" found day and night can weight from one to three pounds. "Morocoto" is like a large bluegill that can reach over forty pounds. Then there are the different types of catfish or "Bagres" where some, like the "Lau Lau", can reach up to four hundred pounds.

Amazonian Jungle Fishing Lodge - Manaka is an ecological paradise. Located on the shores of the Orinoco River. Manaka offers the best and biggest peacock bass, navigable rivers, diverse and unforgettable landscapes, birdwatching and comfort in the midst of this natural refuge.

Manaka is located in the Amazonia Jungle of South America 420 miles from Caracas, capital of Venezuela, at the confluence of the Ventuari River into the mighty Orinoco, the confluence of these big rivers offers spectacular delta with an ecosystem of its own.

In the middle of this dense jungle and beautiful waters is Manaka. A five-star fishing camp where its personnel, the general manager, guides, maintenance crew, house-keeping personnel, the chef and his staff are looking forward to host and offer you a great week of fishing. Besides the catch of the day, our chef will best surprise you with wonderful national and international dishes: tender meat, fresh chicken, fruits and vegetables are brought-in weekly to assure you freshness and variety. You will also enjoy cold beer, mineral water, soft drinks, ice tea and plenty of ice every day.

Manaka Lodge was built in 1987 by highly respected Venezuelan businessmen and enthusiastic, well-traveled outdoorsmen. Their devotion to details and never ending commitment to the gratification of their guests, have created an unbelievable oasis of comfort that must be seen to be appreciated. You will be pleasantly surprised. Anglers reside in churuatas (or bungalows) that are luxuriously designed to conform to the native architecture of the Baniba and Piaroa indians. Each roomy churuata contains two twin beds with overhead fans and private bath. There is also a separate large churuata with a dining room to enjoy great meals, and a living room area to relax and to tell those exciting fishing stories of the day.

At Manaka you will have:

Six luxurious cabins:

Each cabin is double occupancy with:
-Private bathroom
-Ceiling fans
-Furniture
-Hammocks in the outside porch
 
Main building:
-Spacious and comfortable living room
-Two dinning tables
-Kitchen
-Satellite TV

Other facilities and services:
-Communications Room: We have radio communication, satellite telephone and fax.
-Housekeeping and Laundry service everyday.

For available dates and prices please do not hesitate to contact us. We will be happy to help.