What's the 2025/2026 fishing season looking like for the Brazilian Amazon?

 

The Peacock Bass Açu (Temensis) season in Brazil is about to start with promises to be a great one.

 

For the past handful of years, the water levels have been breaking historic levels on both sides of the spectrum; in 2021, the Amazon had a record-breaking flood; and in 2023 and 2024, the entire region faced historic droughts. 

 

For the current season, all signs indicate that the water level of most rivers will be back to what once was considered "the" normal.  As I report this, the rain season has pretty much stopped and the dry season has begun, as it should.  This is a great sign for the fishing tourism in the region, not only the rivers will be fully navigable but it will also allow the anglers to have access to the fish that entered the various lagoons that surrounds the main streams.

 

The locals and the experts are predicting that this will be an excellent fishing season; but there is only one way to confirm! 😉

 

I will be there with several groups fishing in January 2026, arguably the best time to travel with us, since is the end of the dry season.

 

YOU are more than welcome to join us in our exclusive waters, deep inside the amazon jungle. Shoot me a message if you want to learn more.

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What is the general tipping etiquette in Brazil?

 

Brazilians are not very strong on tipping. At restaurants, a 10% tip is typically already included on the bill and it is kind of mandatory (unless you really hated the service).  Uber (by the way, it is very cheap in Brazil) works like here, where you can tip after your lift.  Hotel staff are tipped only if you are happy with their service or if they are doing something special for you.  

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​Do places (restaurants, shops, etc.) accept USD, and is it better to pay in BR?

 

No, USD is not commonly accepted. For small purchases ($5-$10 USD) I recommend using the Brazilian Real. For larger purchases, most credit cards are accepted (some places do not take Amex).  Do not carry more money than you need, USD or R$.

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