General Information:

Toon Ken Lodge is located in the Province of Tierra del Fuego, Argentina.  The lodge is located on the upper section of the river, near the border with Chile.  The newest of the Río Grande lodges, Toon Ken caters to only six anglers on the middle and upper reaches of the Río Grande.  Ideally sited on a south bluff over the Río Grande, the lodge’s broad windows allow anglers to see sea trout roll and show as they make their way up river.

Modern conveniences assure comfort and a fine staff see to every detail. When not watching fish, drift a dry fly over sea run trout that average better than 12 pounds, or find the Southern Cross in a sea of stars each night.

The Fishing:

Toon Ken fishes for Sea-Run Brown Trout on 20 km of the Rio Grande, averaging 10 lbs in size and running up to 30 lbs.  The lodge has private access to both banks of the Rio Grande.  The river offers easy wading on fine gravel bottom.  Traditional fly fishing gear and floating lines are the rule.

Toon Ken is a strictly catch and release fishery. Guides are equipped with nets and will assist guests in weighing and releasing fish without damaging them.  Our highly rated professional guides – both international and Argentine – are able to give casting tuition with single and double handed rods (Spey casting).  

The recommended tackle for Toon Ken includes Single-handed (7-9wt, 9 to 10
ft) & double handed rods (9-11wt, 13 to 15 ft). Lines: floating, sink tips or heavy sinks depending on water conditions Flies: Atlantic Salmon Traditional flies, Trout streamers, bomber type dry flies, nymphs for the main river.

The Programme:

The daily fishing schedule allows approximately 9 hours of fishing.  Lunch is taken at the river and is followed during the early season of December and January by a siesta in order to capitalise on the magical late evening dusk fishing hours.

Accommodation:

The lodge has a capacity for 8 rods.  There are 4 single and 2 twin en suite Bedrooms, a dining room, sitting room, bar, wading room and fly-tying table.  An outdoor jacuzzi, sauna, and barbecue are provided.  Telephone and internet access is available.  Guests will enjoy gourmet dining, with Argentina's famed beef and fine wines, traditional Asados and delicious desserts.  Maid and laundry service is provided.  The fly shop is fully equipped with flies, rods, reels, lines, and suitable clothing and Argentine crafts.  Comfortable 4-wheel drive trucks fitted with rod racks and VHF radios will transfer you daily between the lodge and the river.  Unparalleled bird watching and rich wildlife (flamingos, foxes, llama-like guanacos) is a feature of the lodge.

Season:

The season at Toon Ken extends from December to the first week of March.  High season is the first week of February onwards.

Rates – 2009/10:

The weekly rate is US$5,795 per person, based on double occupancy and shared guide.

Included:    Return Transfer between Río Grande and the lodge; Fishing Licence; Lodging; Full Board, all wines, beer and local spirits at the lodge; Professional guide services

Not included:    international and domestic flights; airport taxes; Buenos Aires hotels, transfers and meals; Laundry service; Gratuities for guides and house staff

Conditions:

A deposit of 50% confirms a reservation.  The balance is payable 60 days before commencement of the programme.