Sixteen years ago, El Saltamontes Lodge was founded on the Gorrono Ranch in the Patagonian Region of Southern Chile. The home river, the Ñirehuao is, arguably, the finest resident brown trout stream on earth. Testimony to its excellence is the fact it has been completely booked for the last 15 years. And, at the conclusion of this past season, many of the guests have already made plans to return in 2008/2009.

The superb lodge is nestled in a beautiful river valley and is luxurious, by any angling standards. Each of the seven guest rooms has private baths, and magnificent views. A small and intimate experience, El Saltamontes allows only ten fishermen and four non-anglers each week of its short season. Constructed completely from local timber and river stones, the furnishings and final touches reflect the Gorroño family commitment to make this the finest fishing lodge in South America.

The cuisine at El Saltamontes is nothing short of gourmet. Talented chefs deliver meal after meal of mouth-watering regional specialties, guaranteed to put a smile on your face, and a few inches on your waistline! To accent these dining masterpieces, your host Jose Gorroño has already started stocking the lodge cellar with a fine selection of domestic wines for next season. The final evening you'll be treated to a traditional “Asado,” an outdoor barbeque complete with live, local entertainment.

A solid, sixteen year relationship with Mike Michalak and The Fly Shop in California, make all bookings and planning for El Saltamontes, an easy, pleasant and rewarding experience.