Untamed Angling has developed a unique and groundbreaking model that opens the gates of these marvelous fisheries to the angling community. From its beginnings, each project is developed with complete cooperation and endorsement by the local communities. These communities are our partners and directly benefit from our operations. We applied their famous concept of partnering with local Amazon communities and their associations when they established a long term project with Mamiraua communities and their representative association and the Environmental Dept. of Amazon. This project's purpose is to create a sustainable way to develop new productive alternatives for their life while at the same time, protecting their land and culture and improving their quality of life. Pirarucu is the first and only exclusive fly-fishing specific project allowed and supported by the Brazilian Government with focus on arapaima. Environmental officials worked together with the local association to create the very first official Arapaima sport fishing operation in Brazil.
Involving Local Communities
The Pirarucú project was based as a long-term environmental and social project which supported the preservation of the Arapaima and fish species inside the Mamirauá Reserve and all local communities, thereby improving their quality of life. The local association members are the managers and participate in all aspects of this world class fishing project.
Scientific Biological Research and Wilderness Protection
We collaborate with government fisheries management officials and various other government agencies in developing research programs and the collection of biological data to further understand the fishery and ecosystems. The data we secure will be used to ensure that our waters, the surrounding ecosystem, and local people will maintain their vitality and be protected for generations to come.
Environmental Stewardship and Sustainability
We promote and practice sustainable operations through the use of renewable energy, proper waste treatment, recycling, and minimal environmental impact to reduce our footprint. Unlike other tourism enterprises, our destinations purposely accommodates small groups of anglers in an effort to reduce environmental and social impact but keeping high value in each package.
World Class Catch & Release Fly Fishing
We work in a unique environment for arapaima, perhaps the last and biggest reserve on the planet for this fish. Our goal is to provide anglers the very best fishing experience in its class. We respect the magnificent jungle fish and share the same belief as our local partners. Protecting arapaima will keep this fishery protected for generations and will help local communities to move forward in a sustainable way.
Legal Authorities, Endorsement and Permits
We work very closely and cooperatively with government agencies and local native communities in securing and maintaining proper permits and licenses. This guarantees the exclusive use and control of the world class arapaima fishery, ensuring a sustainable and non-consumptive use of the resource.
First Class Service
Untamed Angling has designed a unique working platform for all its projects: a team formed of fly fishing and indigenous guides working together. The fly fishing guide provides specific technical skills and the indigenous guide’s intensive knowledge of the forest and the fish make the pair of guides invaluable. Simple logistics for our guests make Pirarucu the easiest to reach, yet still a highly remote jungle destination. The lodge is located in the heart of the reserve and has unique eco buildings with exclusive service and attention.
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