Rio Negro · Barcelos · Brazil

Where the giants rise.

All-inclusive, fully guided peacock bass expeditions deep in the Brazilian Amazon — hosted from the moment you land in Manaus until your final cast on the Rio Negro.

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Rio Negro, AmazonasBarcelos — Sport Fishing Capital16-Guest Floating Lodge
01 Introduction

Not the tourist version of the Amazon — the real, wild, unforgettable Rio Negro. One week, fully hosted, with a crew that knows exactly where the giants live.

02 The Experience

One expedition, every detail handled.

This is a single all-inclusive trip — one price, zero logistics on your plate. Four pillars carry the whole week.

01 — The Fishing

Trophy Peacock Bass

Five full days of explosive topwater action in remote lagoons and untouched tributaries.

02 — The Lodge

The MotherShip

A floating lodge with private suites that moves with the fish — your home base on the Rio Negro.

03 — The Table

Chef-Prepared Cuisine

Amazonian and international dishes from Chef Aldo, plus an open bar with a dedicated bartender.

04 — The Journey

Hosted Door to Door

Met at the Manaus airport, a private charter flight to Barcelos, and John hosting you in Manaus and through every day on the water.

See the full expedition & itinerary Full week · all-inclusive · $3,700 per guest
03 Aboard the MotherShip

Your lodge travels with you.

The MotherShip and its dedicated support boat run deep into the untouched waters of the Rio Negro, towing the fishing fleet behind them — so every morning you wake up on new water where trophy peacock bass thrive.

Private suites, an air-conditioned dining room, a panoramic upper deck with a private bar, and Chef Aldo’s kitchen — this isn’t just a place to stay, it’s part of the adventure.

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04 Your Host

Meet John.

Born in Brazil and raised between two worlds, John brings Amazonian roots, American professionalism, and genuine hospitality to every expedition. He spends the entire fishing season deep in the Amazon, staying dialed in on conditions, fish movements, and untouched water.

From your arrival in Manaus through your days on the water, John is right there with you — gear, photos, communication, logistics, all of it.

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05 The Difference

What makes this experience different.

A seamless, stress-free adventure designed for American travelers.

01

You’re never alone

John hosts you in Manaus and through every day on the water — airport pickup, hotel check-ins, charter flights, and the fishing — with the Black Fish Barcelos crew supporting the whole journey.

02

A team that knows the river

You fish with the Black Fish Barcelos crew — experienced local guides who know exactly where the giants live, backed by a dedicated support boat.

03

Treated like family

Private chef, open bar with a dedicated bartender, comfortable cabins, and Amazon sunsets every evening. This isn’t just a place to stay — it’s part of the adventure.

06 Follow the Adventure

Straight from the river.

John documents the season as it happens — episodes on YouTube, daily action on Instagram.

Ready to chase Amazon giants? Your week on the Rio Negro starts here.