The Full Week All-Inclusive Rio Negro Expedition — from Manaus to the remote lagoons of Barcelos and back, with every detail handled.
Fish deep in the Brazilian Amazon on a fully guided Rio Negro expedition designed for anglers who want trophy opportunities without the logistical stress. Based around Barcelos, you’ll explore remote lagoons, hidden creeks, and untouched tributaries where aggressive peacock bass deliver explosive topwater strikes and unforgettable fights.
Your week is hosted by John from your arrival in Manaus and through your days on the water. In partnership with the experienced Black Fish Barcelos crew, you’ll enjoy professional guiding, organized operations, and comfortable accommodations aboard a well-equipped floating lodge — complete with chef-prepared meals, cold drinks, and an open bar.
Beyond the legendary peacock bass, the waters here hold aggressive wolf fish, acrobatic arapaima, powerful redtail catfish, arowana, and more — with room for topwater action, precision fly fishing, and specialized techniques for anglers of all skill levels.
All-inclusive pricing with no hidden costs — lodging, meals, drinks, transportation from Manaus, and daily guided fishing. Contact us for deposit and payment details.
A full-service itinerary — you’re met at the airport in Manaus and hosted until you’re ready to fly home.
John meets you personally at the airport. Private transfer to your hotel, assistance with check-in and settling in — plus an optional city walk, dinner recommendations, and help with anything you need.
Early pickup from your hotel and assistance with check-in for the private charter flight. Arrival in Barcelos, where Alex and the BlackFish crew welcome you aboard — boat introduction, safety briefing, and settling into your cabin, with an afternoon warm-up fishing session depending on arrival time.
Five full days of world-class peacock bass fishing. Fish remote lagoons, hidden creeks, and untouched tributaries with daily guiding and support from John and the BlackFish team. All meals prepared fresh on board, cold drinks, comfortable accommodations, and Amazon sunsets every evening. John is with you through these days on the water — helping with gear, photos, communication, and ensuring you're having the time of your life.
Morning return to Barcelos and the private flight back to Manaus. Assistance with hotel check-in and evening plans depending on your departure date — final farewell and confirmation that you're comfortable and ready for your flight home.
Our Amazon fishing expeditions are fully guided and include:
Five full days on the Rio Negro with expert peacock bass guides who know exactly where the giants live.
Private cabins aboard the MotherShip, all meals prepared fresh on board by a private chef, and a fully stocked open bar with a dedicated bartender.
Airport pickup, private transfers, and the charter flight between Manaus and Barcelos — from the moment you land until you head home.
The legendary peacock bass headlines the week — but these waters hold a full cast of heavyweights.
The Tucunaré Açu — explosive topwater strikes and double-digit trophies.
Aggressive ambush predators in the creeks and lagoons.
Acrobatic river giants — one of the largest freshwater fish on earth.
Powerful bottom-dwellers that test every knot you tie.
The iconic surface-feeding “water monkey” of the Amazon.
Real trips, real fish — see the full gallery for more.
