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Where to Catch Sea Trout – Fishing the Rio Gallegos
We get many people asking what it’s like to fish for Sea Trout Fly Fishing in Argentina or where to catch Sea Trout as many have heard that the fishing is only for die-hard anglers; some of the fishing in Argentina can be challenging, but there are rivers and lodges that suit all levels of anglers. A trip to Rio […]
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Bespoke Travel: Making Your Holiday Dreams Come True
We know how important holidays are; for many, they are often the most significant single purchase each year. We also know the importance of finding the ‘perfect’ vacation, which is why, at Sportquest Holidays, we pride ourselves in offering some of the best fishing and shooting trips worldwide, with unique experiences tailored precisely to your needs and expectations. Our vast […]
Peacock Bass Fishing In Brazil – 10 Things You Need To Know
Rio Marie is one of our top Peacock Bass fishing destinations located deep in the heart of the Amazon Jungle in Brazil. It offers travelling fly rods the chance to fish for some of the most significant numbers and sizes of Peacock Bass found anywhere in the world. As well as offering standard trips to this remote location, we also […]
How Much Should You Tip Your Fishing Guide?
A topic that is discussed on many fishing trips but is crucial to maintaining the buoyant spirit of our beloved guides – is how much should you tip your fishing guide. When embarking on a fishing journey, the guide is more than just a person helping you find the best spots. They’re your navigator, advisor, and sometimes, your photographer, ensuring […]
The best Icelandic salmon fly patterns
Iceland is a fly angler’s paradise, renowned for its pristine rivers and abundant populations of Atlantic salmon. The thrill of battling these powerful fish amidst Iceland’s breathtaking landscapes is an experience that every angler dreams of. To maximize your chances of success, choosing the right flies is crucial. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the best Icelandic salmon fly […]
Species Spotlight: Wels Catfish
The Wels Catfish is the UKs largest freshwater fish but can still be found all over Europe in many lakes and rivers. The Wels Catfish size can range from 2lbs to sizes well over 200lb making it a target for the freshwater specimen hunter who fancies upping his game from fishing for the usual European freshwater inhabitants. Name: Wels Catfish […]
Guide to the Best Flies for Peacock Bass Fly Fishing in Brazil
The enigmatic Amazon Basin, stretching a staggering 6.7 million square kilometres across Brazil, is an angler’s dream. Beyond its dense rainforests and meandering waterways, it hosts one of the most sought-after freshwater game fish – the Peacock Bass. Vibrant and vicious, this fish represents a challenging but rewarding pursuit for those who dare to take it on. This guide is […]
Sportquest Holidays – The Story So Far
For those that didn’t know, this week it’s our 20th birthday, and we’re celebrating this milestone with a host of different destination spotlights, videos from the archive and a series of blog posts letting you know more about precisely what we do and our story so far. In this blog, we spent 15 minutes with our CEO and founder, Peter […]
Our Solo Traveller Trips Explained
Our innovative, famous solo traveller trips have proven incredibly popular through the years, and we specifically designed them to cater for the needs of single anglers and pairs of friends. As many of our lodges worldwide base their bookings on groups of four anglers or more, any groups under this number get hit with a surcharge to make up the […]
