Fishing in the Amazon jungle for peacock bass was my passion. I travelled to Lake Guri, Venezuela about 35 years ago before practically anyone heard of these brutes. The topwater strikes were impressive and I became hooked. I travelled to Venezuela and Brazil for over 20 years seeking these jungle bass in a truly beautiful setting. The sights, sounds, and smells of the Amazon are something one never forgets.
Toward the end of my expeditions, the jungles became full of fishermen. The fishing was nothing like it used to be and the peacocks became weary of the sounds of the woodchoppers. So, it was time to move on!
In September 2023, friend Javi Koller who owns Zona Pesca tackle shop in Buenos Aires, asked if I would be interested in joining his group to the Brazilian Amazon. The price was exceptional, so I was all in. I figured if the fishing was off, just visiting the Amazon would be worth my time.
The fishing far exceeded my expectations. My largest peacock was a monster pushing the boga grip to 22.5 lbs. I used only 1 woodchopper the entire trip. It is now void of paint!
The trip was run very smoothly. I highly recommend booking a trip with Javi Koller and going on Expedition with Pricesa Alicia. The staff and guides are superb. The meals were outstanding. My guide knew the Rio very well. It far exceeded my expectations, so I am going back in 2025. Looks like I am again hooked on the jungle bass!
