Sécure Tsimane

Fishing at Sécure Lodge centres on the upper and middle sections of the Sécure River, with most of the day spent wet wading through clear, shallow water. Upstream of the lodge, the river runs between forested mountains and is defined by rocky channels, pools and freestone runs. This section offers regular sight-fishing opportunities for golden dorado, including resident fish that can exceed 30 pounds, along with pacú, yatorana, moturo and surubí. Anglers travel between beats in traditional dugout canoes before fishing on foot.

The middle Sécure becomes broader and more open as it flows downstream, with sand flats, fallen trees and submerged timber creating natural ambush points for dorado. The water gradually carries more sediment, so the fishing often involves a combination of sight-casting and covering likely structure with streamers. Accurate presentations and firm line control are important, particularly when fish are holding close to logs or deeper channels.

Two small tributaries, the Ashahana and Maniquicito, add a more intimate element to the programme. These narrow, crystal-clear creeks can hold surprisingly large dorado, giving anglers the chance to target powerful fish at close range in confined water. Daily fishing plans are shaped by river levels, clarity and fish movement, with the guides selecting the most suitable section each morning.

Sécure Lodge is built from sustainably harvested local hardwood and consists of five tented cabins arranged around the main lodge building. The accommodation can host up to six anglers, with additional space for a host and a small number of non-anglers. Rooms are comfortably furnished with proper beds, private bathrooms, hot water and electricity, providing a practical place to rest after long days of wet wading and walking the river.

The central lodge contains the shared living and dining areas, where anglers gather for meals and drinks each evening. International-style cuisine is served alongside Argentinean, Chilean and Bolivian wines, and the lodge includes an all-inclusive bar. Wi-Fi, laundry service and a small fly shop are also available, although the overall atmosphere remains that of an isolated jungle fishing lodge rather than a conventional resort.

Rates Per Angler:
Starting from  $8,000.00 per person

What’s Included:

What’s Not Included:

Day 1: Arrive in Santa Cruz
Arrive at Viru Viru International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Santa Cruz de la Sierra. The remainder of the day is at leisure, with time to rest and prepare fishing equipment.

Day 2: Travel to Sécure Lodge
Transfer to the domestic airport for the private charter flight into the Tsimane Indigenous Territory. On arrival at the Asunta community airstrip, meet the guiding team and continue to Sécure Lodge by boat. Settle into your room, assemble tackle and attend a briefing before dinner.

Days 3 to 8: Six Full Fishing Days
Fish the upper and middle Sécure River, together with smaller tributaries such as the Maniquicito and Ashahana. Daily plans are based on river levels, water clarity and fish movement, with anglers rotating through clear freestone water, deeper runs, sand flats and structure-rich channels. Most fishing is conducted while wet wading or from the riverbank, with dugout canoes used to travel between beats. Breakfast is served at the lodge, lunch is taken beside the river, and anglers return in the late afternoon for dinner.

Day 9: Return to Santa Cruz
Depart the lodge by boat and transfer to the Asunta airstrip for the charter flight back to Santa Cruz. On arrival, transfer to your hotel for the final night.

Day 10: International Departure
Transfer to Viru Viru International Airport for your onward flight.

How physically demanding is the fishing at Sécure Lodge?
Most fishing is done while wet wading or from the riverbank, with dugout canoes used to move between beats. Anglers should be comfortable walking over rocks, gravel, sand and uneven riverbeds for extended periods. Good balance, mobility and general stamina are more important than a high level of fitness.

What level of fly-fishing experience is recommended?
Sécure is best suited to anglers who can make accurate casts, handle larger flies and react quickly when fish are sighted. Clear-water fishing for dorado and pacú can be technical, while the downstream beats require good line control around timber and other structure. Casting practice before the trip is worthwhile.

What tackle should anglers bring?
An 8-weight and 9-weight rod will cover most dorado fishing, with a lighter rod useful for yatorana and some pacú situations. Anglers should also carry tropical floating lines, strong leaders, wire or bite-resistant tippet, streamers and suitable surface patterns. A current lodge tackle list should be checked before departure.

How do river conditions affect the fishing?
Water levels and clarity can change after rainfall in the mountains, sometimes altering which river sections are most productive. Guides select the day’s beat according to current conditions and may move anglers between the upper river, middle Sécure and smaller tributaries. Flexibility is an important part of the programme.

What happens if the charter flight is delayed?
Access depends on small aircraft and a remote jungle airstrip, so weather or airstrip conditions can affect the schedule. Anglers should arrive in Santa Cruz the day before the charter and avoid booking tight connections after returning. Travel insurance with trip interruption and emergency evacuation cover is strongly recommended.