Floating Bungalows
Remote Peacock Bass Fishing
In The Rio Negro Basin
Remote Peacock Bass Fishing In The
Rio Negro Basin
Small Waters, Big Fish
If you're looking for a remote, immersive experience in pursuit of Amazon peacock bass, this trip delivers. Our Floating Bungalows bring anglers deep into the Rio Negro Basin, accessing hidden headwaters and isolated tributaries where big peacock bass (Cichla temensis) prowl. With floatplane-only access and just eight anglers per week, this is an intimate and focused adventure and the best fishing value in the Amazon!
Join us November 3rd, 2025
Small Waters &
Big Fish
Small Waters & Big Fish
Small Waters &
Big Fish
Species: Peacock Bass – Cichla temensis, Cichla orinocensis, Cichla monoculus
Starting Point: Manaus, Brazil
Location: Rio Negro Basin, Brazilian Amazon
Season: Mid October to March
Accommodation: Fly-In Floating Bungalows
Operator: Da Silva Navigations & Tourism
The Fishing
This trip is built around targeting giant peacock bass (Cichla temensis)—the largest, most aggressive member of the species. You will also encounter Cichla orinocensis and Cichla monoculus, that put up just as much of a fight. These powerful predators explode on topwater lures, tear through cover, and fight with a speed and intensity that surprises even experienced anglers.
Daily catch rates typically range from 15–25+ fish per angler, depending on conditions and angler skill. This trip isn’t just about numbers though—it’s about precision fishing in untapped water, where you can sight-cast, work structure methodically, and experience the full behavior of these unique fish.
Whether you’re walking a spook across a glassy lagoon or ripping a woodchopper through open water, accurate casting and proper presentation are key. Our guides are seasoned and professional, offering adjustments and recommendations that help anglers of all skill levels succeed. All tackle is provided so you don’t have to bring anything except a change of clothes and a desire to catch Amazon peacock bass.
The Accommodations
This trip is built around targeting giant peacock bass (Cichla temensis)—the largest, most aggressive member of the species. You will also encounter Cichla orinocensis and Cichla monoculus, that put up just as much of a fight. These powerful predators explode on topwater lures, tear through cover, and fight with a speed and intensity that surprises even experienced anglers.
Daily catch rates typically range from 15–25+ fish per angler, depending on conditions and angler skill. This trip isn’t just about numbers though—it’s about precision fishing in untapped water, where you can sight-cast, work structure methodically, and experience the full behavior of these unique fish.
Whether you’re walking a spook across a glassy lagoon or ripping a woodchopper through open water, accurate casting and proper presentation are key. Our guides are seasoned and professional, offering adjustments and recommendations that help anglers of all skill levels succeed. All tackle is provided so you don’t have to bring anything except a change of clothes and a desire to catch Amazon peacock bass.
Private, air-conditioned cabins with en-suite bathrooms and hot showers
Dining barge with shaded outdoor space and bar service
Daily laundry service, so you can pack light and fish hard
Private, air-conditioned cabins with en-suite bathrooms and hot showers
Dining barge with shaded outdoor space and bar service
Daily laundry service, so you can pack light and fish hard
Starlink satellite internet
Mobile setup that moves with the fish, not against them
Starlink satellite internet
Mobile setup that moves with the fish, not against them
Evenings are relaxed and social, with appetizers and drinks served before a multi-course dinner. A midweek shore lunch on the riverbank adds a local touch and a break from routine. A cooler stocked with drinks rides with you on the boat every day.
The result is a comfortable wilderness basecamp, where logistics disappear and the only thing left to focus on is the fishing.
THE ITINERARY
DAY 1
Departure Manaus Airport
DAY 2
Fishing
DAY 3
Fishing
DAY 4
Fishing
DAY 5
Fishing
DAY 6
Fishing
DAY 7
Fishing
DAY 8
Return To Manaus
What's Included
What's Not Included
All meals and beverages (including beer, wine, and select liquors)
All tackle and bait: conventional rods, lures, and gear provided
Charter flights and all ground transfers within Brazil
Two nights in a 4-star hotel in Manaus (pre- and post-trip)
Six full days of guided fishing with all tackle provided
Daily laundry and housekeeping service
Starlink internet and complimentary hotel Wi-Fi
International flights to/from Manaus, Brazil
Travel, medical, or evacuation insurance (not required but strongly encouraged)
Gratuities for guides, support staff, and the Manaus host
THE ITINERARY
DAY 1
Departure Manaus Airport
DAY 2
Fishing
DAY 3
Fishing
DAY 4
Fishing
DAY 5
Fishing
DAY 6
Fishing
DAY 7
Fishing
DAY 8
Return To Manaus
What's Included
All meals and beverages (including beer, wine, and select liquors)
All tackle and bait: conventional rods, lures, and gear provided
Charter flights and all ground transfers within Brazil
Two nights in a 4-star hotel in Manaus (pre- and post-trip)
Six full days of guided fishing with all tackle provided
Daily laundry and housekeeping service
Starlink internet and complimentary hotel Wi-Fi
What's Not Included
International flights to/from Manaus, Brazil
Travel, medical, or evacuation insurance (not required but strongly encouraged)
Gratuities for guides, support staff, and the Manaus host
Season & Pricing
The Amazon fishing season for this trip runs from mid-October through March, when low water conditions give us the best access to the productive tributaries of the Rio Negro Basin.
Single Occupancy:
$6,395
Double Occupancy:
$5,795
Single Boat Supplement:
$1,000 (1 angler to 1 guide)
Our standard setup is two anglers per boat and guide. If you prefer to fish solo, simply add the single boat supplement to your package.
Get ready to explore waters where few anglers have cast before—and experience peacock bass fishing at its wildest, purest, and most rewarding.
Book your trip or call (866) 832-2987 to reserve your spot!
Add-On Option:
Arapaima Day Trip
If you have an extra day in Manaus, ask us about our Arapaima day trip add-on—an unforgettable chance to fish for one of the Amazon’s most iconic species.
TESTIMONIALS
What Others Are Saying
“I went on the floating bungalow trip and it was one of the best fishing trips I've had. I caught multiple double digit peacock bass and lots of smaller ones along with other species.
All the staff were excellent, from the host in Manaus, to the cooks, guides, and camp host, everyone was great and the food was incredible.”
- Brian W.
“This trip has been on my bucket list for as long as I can remember and I have to say that it did not disappoint!!
Acute Angling and their staff did an amazing job from the beginning of the trip to the end…If you love fishing, experiencing nature, and a good time with friends, then this is the trip for you...Thank you to all the Acute Angling staff for making this trip of a lifetime somehow better than what I thought was possible!!!”
- Joshua B.
“This was a fantastic trip. Jose was a fantastic host, the best we’ve ever had! We had Manoel as our guide and could not be happier. He went above and beyond every day to make sure our trip was perfect.
We now consider Jose and Manoel friends…We can’t wait for the next trip to the bungalows.”
- Troy W.
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