The Kendjam area is situated within an untouched region in the Brazilian Amazon. The indigenous Mekragnoti territory within the Kayapato Land is a fly-fishing destination where an angler can catch over 8 different Amazonian fish species in clear river waters. The river flows over a massive granite base, resulting in clear water even during the dry season. This allows us fly anglers to engage in prime flowing water fishing, sometimes wading and mostly sight-fishing. We target rising and rolling fish as well as predators with streamers and poppers. The fishing is captivating, thrilling, and demanding due to the diversity of catchable species and the variety of angling techniques. Species such as Pacu, Matrinxas (2-8 lbs), Curupete Pacu (3-12 lbs), Tucunare Peacock Bass (3-15 lbs), Bicuda, the Barracuda of the Amazon, Trairao (Wolf fish) which can reach 25 lbs, and the mysterious Payara – the Vampire Fish.
In addition to outstanding fishing, the stay in Kendjam offers a natural experience. The wildlife is breathtaking, and there's never a shortage of photo opportunities. Being alongside a Kayapo village provides us with insight into the lives of these fascinating people.
