Kendjam 2025 Season Fishing Report | A Week of Bigger Peacock Bass Week 02 | June 21 – 28

As water levels dropped, the jungle emptied and the action ignited. Fish moved into prime feeding zones, delivering nonstop takes for our seven guests — including returning anglers Breno and Cacá, now in their second week, and a vibrant fishing family.

Each drift brought new thrills. In clearing water, fish grew more aggressive. Reels screamed, lines snapped tight, and anglers fine-tuned their approach — from lighter leaders to spot-on foam bugs.

By week’s end, nearly 100 more fish had been landed compared to the previous week. Species locked into their favorite holding zones, and the Iriri once again proved why it’s one of the finest fly-fishing stages on Earth.
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ANGLERS: 7 Guests

WATER CONDITIONS

• Water Color:  Emerald green, shifting toward clarity each day
• Water Level: dropping rapidly, pushing fish into prime holding lanes

WEATHER CONDITIONS

• Temperature: Averaging 30 °C (86 °F) during the day and 20 °C (68 °F) at night.
• Skies: Unbroken sunshine throughout the week
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FISHING HIGHLIGHTS & SPECIES MIX

• Peacock bass stole the show with multiple giants chasing poppers and streamer patterns in shallow channels. Their explosive surface strikes drew cheers and wide-eyed wonder.
• Bicudas delivered powerful battles, tearing into streamers with prehistoric force.
• Matrinxã and both pacu species tested technical finesse—perfect drifts along submerged logs yielded fierce takes.

WEEKLY STATS

Total Fish Landed: 259

Standout Catches:
• Wolf Fish – 80 cm (31.5 in)
• Peacock Bass – 66 cm (26 in)
• Matrinxã – 51 cm (20.1 in)
• Silver Pacu – 42 cm (16.5 in)
• Rubber Pacu – 41 cm (16.1 in)
• Bicuda – 77 cm (30.3 in)

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UNFORGETTABLE MOMENTS

This week’s peacock bass catches were truly exceptional, with anglers consistently reeling in fish of impressive sizes. What truly set this week apart were the numerous sight-casting opportunities, a thrill that left even our most seasoned guests speechless.

One standout moment occurred when Cacá nearly broke the Kendjam record with a 66 cm peacock bass, missing the mark by just 1cm. The tension in the air and the roars of excitement as the fish slipped back into the depths reminded us why this river continues to challenge and captivate.

Kendjam offers an unparalleled fishing experience that lets you connect with nature in a way only our guests can truly appreciate, blending raw jungle power with moments of pure serenity as you cast among the shadows and light of the Iriri River.

LOOKING AHEAD

As water levels continue to drop and clarity improves, expect even more sight-casting magic. Upcoming weeks promise unhurried dry-fly sessions for matrinxã and pacu along newly exposed runs, plus the chance to target the Kendjam Record peacock bass in crystal channels. The Iriri’s full spectrum of predators and omnivores is waking up, and week three is poised to be our most dynamic yet.

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