No expense has been spared on this 3 storey floating hotel. Her shallower draft and wider beam will allow us to better overcome shallow waters to access low fishing pressure regions. Although the Black Water Explorer Riverboat is designed to accommodate 16 anglers, it will set a new standard amongst all other available fishing trips as the most spacious and comfortable yacht for a maximum party of 8 anglers pampered by a crew of 14.
Upon arrival from the US, your party will be transferred direct to the yacht where you’ll live aboard the Black Water Explorer during the entire week, cruising within Indian Reserves. Since entries to the Reserves are limited, there is little fishing pressure. Daily travel times to secluded lagoons are only 5 to 15 minutes. (River Plate Anglers funds many philanthropic programs to compensate the locals to maintain these un-fished areas). If placed outside these two Reserves, daily travel distances could be up to 1 to 3 hours in our shallow drafting bass boats; however, for those packages the prices are correspondingly lower. 
In the spacious dining room you will be served meticulously prepared four-course meals over linen table cloths while the Black Water Explorer safely cruises assisted with the finest state-of-the-art depth electronics, global positioning, VHF-HF radio, satellite communication, etc.
The top deck grill and open bar is the perfect setting to relax with a cold drink under the Amazon starry sky amongst friends or to daydream with visions of giant peacocks dancing in your head.
Anglers fish 2 per boat with one guide from fully equipped, 20 foot shallow drafting bass boats. However, in order to navigate past 2-4 inches shallow water natural entries barriers, we must maintain the size (weight) of outboards at a maximum of 40 HP.
Many loyal guests continue to enjoy great fishing, living among the luxuries and comforts of this classic Amazon yacht. Continue reading while considering a cruise with us for a week of unparalleled angling aboard the Fly-In Black Water Explorer.
Built to fish – The Black Water Explorer is one of the most attractive yachts sailing the Amazon basin. Her classic and graceful “Amazonian Riverboat” design blends perfectly with the pristine black water habitat she calls home. But more importantly, she’s been built to fish. Her broad beam maximizes her functional interior space while keeping her total length manageably short. This gives the vessel great maneuverability, letting her safely and easily penetrate into previously inaccessible, meandering headwaters streams. The yacht’s impressively shallow draft allows her to readily pass shallow sandbars and obstructions that would keep less efficiently designed boats back in port.
Designed for fishermen – The Black Water Explorer was designed by fishermen for fishermen. Her well- organized debarkation deck lets a full group of anglers get started on their fishing day quickly, without crowding, fuss or confusion. The debarkation deck’s waterline exit lets you walk right onto your fishing boat with no ladders to climb. All of your fishing gear and take-along items can remain right at hand and ready to go when you are. We’ve done our best to think it through and we believe we’ve come up with what may be the best purpose-built fishing vessel in the Amazon Basin.
Luxurious and Comfortable – The Black Water Explorer is a fishing mother ship of the highest caliber. The list of her luxurious features is long. Here are just a few.
1. Private bathrooms with sink, toilet and shower in each cabin.
2. 10 roomy 8’ x 9’ cabins with room to relax and plenty of storage space.
3. 6 1/2 feet high ceilings. Gone are the days when six-footers have to duck.
4. Huge (21’ x 23’) common area. Spacious dining room and lots of walk-around space.
5. Big, wide, non-slip stairwells.
6. Cabin doors open directly to outside spaces.
7. Shallow draft for improved access.
8. Wider beam – Perfect stability.
9. Smoke-free cabins and indoor areas.
10. Open-air bar and lounge area on upper deck, satellite TV and telephone
The Black Water Explorer is managed by a Brazilian “co-owner”, a knowledgeable fisherman, experienced in handling logistics inherent to the Amazon fishing operations. Since our groups are small, the manager, together with a bilingual host , and a crew of 14 offer unique personalized hands-on attention. Breakfast room service, laundry service and guest satellite phone are a few of the available amenities.
What you won’t find are many pesky bugs. The pristine rivers we fish have naturally-high tannin levels (from extensive leaf decay) which discourage the development of biting insects. Of the few bugs which might exist, our daily mobility eliminates any possibilities of concentrations.
Fly-In Black Water Explorer Fishing Boats
After years of experience fishing Brazil’s Amazon watershed, we have learned the best ways to find and to fish the most remote and lightly or un-fished areas. We understand the types of fishing boats that work best for reaching those remote areas that hold the big bass.
The fishing is from all welded – aluminum shallow draft tunnel bass boats with swivel seats, large casting decks, outboard and trolling motors. These boats are 20 feet long with a 40 HP outboard and all the standard bass boat features trolling motor, high swivel seats, etc. Anglers fish 2 per boat and one guide.
Although the bass boat we use have the features that make for a comfortable day on the water, yet they are still sufficiently light to navigate over the shallow sandbars, gravel flats and other shallow water obstacles to remote fishing locations. Our guides are some of the best in the business: carefully trained, hard core sport fishermen themselves, who are intimately familiar with the complexities of peacock bass fishing in the Amazon. Many have guided American anglers for 15 years or more. With thousands of fish boated for clients, they’ll put you onto big numbers of big fish like no one else in the Amazon. They are all eager to show you a fantastic adventure, welcoming you to their Amazon home.
The best Value in the Amazon. Come and enjoy!
Remote Peacock Bass Fisheries $4,395.00 per angler – 6 days peacock bass fishing
Exclusive Peacock Bass Fisheries $4,850.00 per angler – 6 days peacock bass fishing
RATE includes (as per itinerary):
- All charter flights.
- All necessary ground transfers.
- One overnight at Tropical Hotel in Manaus on arrival.
- Guided-operated 21 foot fully equipped shallow drafting bass boat per two anglers
- Fishing licenses.
- All meals at fishing destination, including wine, beer and hard liquor.
- Daily laundry and maid service at fishing destinations. Note baggage packing weight limits.
- 2 Loomis rods with Shimano reels and fishing line are available at camp for every angler.
NOT included:
- US Domestic and International air fare.
- Passport and Brazilian Visa.
- Suggested voluntary tips to camp staff (~ $150) and fishing guides (~ $150).
- Jigs at camp for sale: $ 5 each. We provide $ 1 refund for returned used jigs.
- Food and beverages in Manaus and private city tours.
- Special transfers and hotel reservations when not arriving/ departing with the party.
- Airport departure tax.
- Satellite phone calls ($ 5/minute).
- Extra hotel overnights.
Luggage Weight Limit:
45 lbs. per person is allowed on the float plane divided as follows:
One 12 lbs. piece as “Carry-on” plus one 33 lbs. piece as “Check-in” packed in soft small duffle bag (except for rod cases) no rigid bottom.
All luggage (Carry-on & Check-in) will be weighed at the airport.
No over-weight will be allowed on the float plane and any excess luggage will be stored at the hotel.
Trip Itinerary
Day 1
* Plan your home location flights to arrive at Miami/Atlanta airport with plenty of time for check-in for your international flight.
* Departure from Miami/Atlanta to Manaus.
* Arrive in Manaus and if time allows, after you have cleared customs, our representative will take you to your overnight at the Hotel Tropical, which is 15 minutes away.
Day 2
* Departures to the Fly-In Black Water Explorer houseboat, on the RPA 8 Passenger Cessna turboprop float and/or combination of charter flight + fishing boats, start at 6.30 a.m.
*Time allowing, fish for a few hours in the afternoon.
Day 3 thru Day 8
* Six full fishing days
* Breakfast is served at 7:00 a.m. and your guide will be ready to leave by 7:30 a.m.
* If staying at the Black Water Explorer in the Indian Reserves (limited entries), we suggest you also return for lunch and a “siesta ” since the low fishing pressure lagoons are next to the deep navigable waterways where the yacht will be anchored.
* If staying at the Black Water Explorer at locations other than the /Indian Reserves, we suggest you have a picnic lunch in the fishing area since the distance is substantial. All yachts must stop where low water prevents passage, so the fishing areas are generally 1 to 2 hours away.
Day 9
* Time allowing, fish a few hours in the morning.
* Depart from Black Water Explorer on floatplane and/or combination of charter flight + fishing boats to Manaus.
* Afternoon / night departure back to the USA
DEPOSITS REQUIRED:
This adventure requires a $1500.00 USD deposit due within 15 days of booking to secure your reservation. All funds are deposited into a special account until payment is required by the Brazilian operator. There will be no refunds of any monies paid toward the trip. We strongly recommend trip cancellation insurance in case of a last minute emergency, illness or other covered reason for cancellation. We can assist you in obtaining this insurance. We encourage you to plan your reservation well in advance of your trip to insure that you will travel during the dates most convenient for you.
FISHING SEASON:
The peak fishing season runs from mid-August through March. All of our trips are booked on a first come basis.
DELAYS:
We cannot be responsible for costs associated with changes or cancellations in flight schedules that the airline may institute. The client is responsible to be available by 6:00 a.m. on the Saturday at the beginning of their trip. Any delays or missed flights may result in additional costs for transportation to the fishing area at the anglers expense. Again, we strongly recommend and encourage trip cancellation insurance in case of a last minute emergency.
PASSPORTS & VISAS:
A valid United States passport with a minimum of six (6) months before expiration is required on all trips. To enter Brazil, a Brazilian Visa is required. For help with passports and visas, contact us for details.
A Sunset Cruise on the Classic Amazonian Black Water Explorer Riverboat…sweet!
A Fly-In Amazon Fishing Expedition with the Black Water Explorer Riverboat as the final destination sets the stage for a six day adventure of action filled Peacock Bass Fishing…An Experience Unlike Any Other! Call us toll free at 877.755.4950 to reserve your space or Contact Us with any questions. Remember, our services are free to you. We’re here to take care of the details while you take care of the fishin’!
