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OUR
PROGRAMS:
We offer two kind of programs: The Ultimate Fly Fishing program
and the Wildlife Adventures program:
THE
ULTIMATE FLY FISHING PROGRAM is, without a doubt,
an experience full of adventures and surprises that will captivate
the hearts of all courageous explorers that go deep into this
adventure. Reaching places where man has never been before,
fishing in places that haven’t suffered human alterations,
pollution or any kind of intervention other than that of Mother
Nature, is the privilege that our guests will experience with
us.
To
keep its promise, Nomads relies on its cutting edge aero-maritime
transport system consisting of a Bell 407 helicopter, 6 jet-boats,
a Hurricane 920 RIB zodiac, and other lesser watercrafts such
as zodiacs and catacrafts. Meanwhile, 36 McKenzie boats and
12 jetskiffs are placed in strategic spots of the Patagonia,
readily available for fishing trips in deeper territory. This
equipment allows us to penetrate into the most secluded rivers,
lagoons and mountains, some of them lying untouched and unseen,
waiting to be discovered.
In
Ultimate Fly-Fishing, the angler may become part of a scouting
team, which adds a whole new dimension to each expedition. There
is no such thing as being bound to a specific location; groups
are free to explore privileged sites, including some that have
rarely, if ever, seen a fishing line. Due to these conditions,
trophy catches are not hard to find at Nomads. See
Fishing facts here.
Fishing
Equipment:
Fishing
rods: Since there are medium and large size rivers in the region,
we strongly recommend you to bring the following rods: number
5 to 7 for trouts and number 8 for salmons.
Lines:
WF sinking tip or sinking tip type III and IV. If you fish with
Teeny lines, we recommend T130 to T200. For situations in which
floating lines are needed, WF are the best choice, because weather
conditions may be windy most of the time.
Waders:
For the beginning and end of the season, we recommend the neoprene
3mm to 5mm. During January, February and March is better to
use breathable suits.
Clothes
for the trip: We recommend to bring clothes for warm and cold
days, and for rainy days as well, like waterproof jackets or
windproof fleeces .
Sun
block protection: FPS 60 and sun glasses.
THE
WILDLIFE ADVENTURES PROGRAM is thought up for all
those adventure and wildlife lovers that are interested in the
mystery of Patagonia. Explorers, accompanied by a highly specialized
guide team, can see their ecotourism journeys converted in incredible
and gratifying moments of deep research and reflection.
This program delivers each guest a piece of Patagonia's natural
beauty and considers bird and whale watching which include nature
photography as one of the main activities, and outdoors expeditions
such as rafting, trekking (including a helicopter airlift to
specific areas of interest), horseback riding, jet-boating excursions,
air-borne sightseeing, and river and sea kayaking.
Whale
Watching
Due to the richness and diversity of cetacean species that live
in Chilean Patagonia-50% of the species found in the world—and
that particularly inhabit the area explored by Atmosphere, we
have created a complete observation program based on solid scientific
grounds.
This
program includes amply trained guides and is committed to maintaining
strict sustainability guidelines. We have also added technology
and comfort, features unknown to the international whale-watching
circuit, until now.
Watching
Excursions
Whale-watching excursions last a full day or half-day and are
held aboard the Zodiac Hurricane 920 R.I.B. This watercraft
has a 16-passenger, 3-crew member capacity and can be safely
used in a variety of marine conditions and settings.
Furthermore, Atmosphere also offers an observation platform
located on the fifth deck, with a wide visibility range.
Commonly
Seen Species:
Throughout Atmosphere's navigation route there is a rich population
of small endemic cetaceans such as Peale's dolphins, Commerson's
dolphins, Dusky dolphins and Chilean or Black dolphins, together
with a variety of considerably larger whale species: beaked
whales, rorquals, sperm whales, orcas - killer whales - and
the always awe inspiring blue whale, which in this region has
a smaller fluke than its Northern hemisphere peers.
Scientific
Approach
All approaching and operation techniques comply with the strict
observation standards suggested and required by such institutions
as the Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society and the International
Fund for Animal Welfare, among others.
Furthermore,
our guides will gather and record data which will contribute
to scientific research purposes.
One
of these investigations that Nomads is collaborating with, is
the first regional catalogue of recorded cetacean voices. Guests
are welcome to help us record the song of these gigantic creatures.
Bird
Watching
Chile is home to approximately 450 species of birds, many of
them endemic. Contrary to what happens in tropical areas, where
the abundance and diversity of birds make them popular bird
watching destinations even if sightings are difficult, Nomads
offers a geographic setting that makes identification, observation
and graphic recording of the varied birdlife an easy and user
friendly activity.
This program considers two key elements that guarantee the success
of our bird-watching outings: a sophisticated aero-maritime
transportation system that allows access to difficult, untouched,
locations and the guidance of thoroughly trained professionals
who are familiar with the region and its bird species.
Commonly
Seen Species:
The whole trip affords frequent and easy sightings
of unique and interesting seabirds: albatrosses, petrels, fulmars,
seagulls, pelicans, kelp geese, and cormorants, among many others,
plus two species of penguins: Humboldt and Magellan.
In
estuary and river areas, wading birds such as herons, ibises,
black-crowned night herons, as well as a number of cinclodes,
are a common sight.
Also
in the vicinity of rivers, as well as in lake areas and near
wetlands, some of the species that make themselves seen include
whistling ducks, dabbling ducks, diving ducks, false geese,
a couple of swan species and the spectacular Chilean kingfisher.
Deeper
inside the dense and humid southern jungle, some of the species
that come into sight are woodpeckers, hummingbirds, parrots
and the Chilean pigeon. These species live alongside a series
of furnarids, a couple of rhinocryptidae, the black-throated
huet-huet and the loud-singing Chucao.
Species
of finches, Icteriidae and Emperizidae complete this forest
bird symphony. Among the latter, one of the most amazing species
is the delicate-looking Patagonian sierra finch, dressed in
its eye-catching orange and yellow tailcoat.
The
region is also home to a group of small and large prey birds
belonging to the falcon and owl families. Especially noteworthy
are the great horned owl and the condor, which mostly inhabits
highlands.
Nature
Photography
Nomads
fosters an interesting and varied photography program, using
digital and traditional film format.
Outings
are guided by an environmental analyst with a solid background
in digital and analogous photography, as well as photographic
composition. These excursions may involve the use of watercrafts
or inland trekking.
Some
of the landscapes waiting to be immortalized are eternal snows
and glaciers, some of the Andes most amazing mountains; volcanoes,
bays, channels and fjords; the coastal strip and its impressive
tidal variation, as well as the exuberant Magellanic sub polar
forests.
You
will also have the chance to photograph enormous cetaceans and
other sea mammals such as sea lions, and two otter species.
Patrimonial
photography is yet another interesting venue to explore. Objects
to focus on include inhabited fishermen villages and archaeological
sites holding vestiges of an extinct culture: the Chonos, true
nomads of the seas, who once dwelled canoeing upon these waters.
Macro-photography
can also be a very interesting option. Targets range from endemic
land invertebrates to flowers - this area harbors some very
rare species of orchids-, to those spectacular details of the
sub polar forest that often go unnoticed.
Soft
Outdoors Adventures
Nomads has designed an array of activities for explorers interested
in getting in touch with the natural beauty of Patagonia in
a more active way.
The
invitation is to get to know the magnificent surroundings while
enjoying the excitement of jet-boating or rafting, the charm
of kayaking or trekking, or the magical paced wonder of horseback-riding.
Through
a selection of activities both physically and spiritually engaging,
our guests will appreciate and explore the breathtaking seashore
and surrounding rivers, forests and mountains. To embark in
this adventure all you need is eagerness and the joy of discovering
unexplored territory as seen from a new perspective, the Nomads
perspective.
Jet-Boating
Our jet-boating expeditions are the perfect combination of speed
and safety. Aboard one of our six jet boats, specially designed
for Nomads, our guests will experience unforgettable journeys
through beautiful rivers and forests.
Jet-boating
has proved to be one of the most exciting features of our operation,
since it appeals to the speed fascination that every adventurer
carries within. Our guests will take home lasting memories of
the sheer exhilaration of soaring upriver, the wind brushing
past, all amidst astonishing beauty.
Kayaking
Patagonian rivers, fjords and the coastline provide natural
navigation routes for our kayaking activities. True kayakers
know that this sport offers unique contact with the landscape.
While the paddle softly submerges in the flowing current, barely
touching the leaves that hang from the trees lining the banks,
kayakers get to fully admire the flora and fauna at short range.
During
your trip with Nomads, kayaking will be available in three different
formats: gently paddling down soft current rivers, navigating
through different levels of white waters, or cruising the maritime
coastline admiring the incredible oceanic wildlife.
Rafting
Our rafting program includes a flight on our Bell 407 helicopter
into Patagonia's mountains, to rivers especially chosen by Nomads
of the Seas® for an unforgettable whitewater adventure.
Rafters get the chance to tackle white waters, from mild to
class III rapids, always under our high security standards.
Trekking
If our guests want to take in every inch of this amazing ecosystem,
Nomads of the Seas® will transport them by jet-boat or helicopter
to remote mountain locations, where our experienced guides have
selected various day routes. Trekkers will serpent their way
through the astonishing rainy forest and its plethora of endemic
flowers, centennial trees, leafy bushes and the endless species
of ferns, fungi, algae and lichens.
Some
of the sites where we make landfall offer the possibility of
enjoying the steam and high temperatures of rustic hot springs,
or the impressive background with its majestic glaciers and
volcanoes.
Horseback-Riding
Emulating the first Patagonia settlers, who opened up new trails
across untamed territory some 200 years ago, we have designed
horseback riding trails through forests, hills and mountains
of extraordinary beauty.
Sorting
this beautiful and challenging domain, riders will reach untouched
sites, blessed with privileged views that grant moments of peaceful
contemplation.
Atmosphere's
Grand-Class® cuisine was created to reach and be enjoyed
everywhere. It does not matter if we are descending rivers,
hiking near a towering glacier or horseback riding down the
coastline, your on-site gourmet packed lunch will be available,
exquisite, invigorating and tasting as if just prepared.
Panoramic
Flights
One of the unforgettable memories that our guests will take
home with them are the panoramic views of Patagonia's geographic
territory, as seen from above. On board the Bell 407 helicopter,
guests will be able to fly across Patagonia, from the mountains
to the sea, enjoying fantastic views while listening to a perfectly
selected soundtrack.
Fishing
Facts
After being introduced in Chile in the late 19th century, salmonids
found exceptional conditions to settle and reproduce over time
in the grandeur of the infinite, pristine and fertile streams,
rivers, lagoons and lakes of this sector of Chile. Nowadays,
resident, coastal and anadromous varieties of Rainbow and Brown
Trout, along with Brook Trout, attain abundance in these waters
and a size that is difficult for their congeners in the northern
hemisphere to beat. The same occurs with Silver and King Salmon
and occasionally with Atlantic Salmon. The development of all
these salmonids is not only confined to continental waters,
but they also live in those estuaries, freshets and river mouths
of infinite fjords, inlets and channels that make up this South
Pacific Ocean. Some native species like the Robalo, Bonito and
Sierra (endemic Barracuda type), which can offer large challenges
for fly-fishing, add value to the infinite spectrum of possibilities
in the area.
It is possible
to practice fly fishing and spinning in the region. Here you
will find trouts and salmons of different sizes:
Brown Trout.
One of the most popular Salmonidae, but very evasive, unpredictable,
aggressive, and enormously cunning, which makes it tough to
catch. The Brown Trout weighs from 1 to 10 pounds.
The Brook
Trout. Very beautiful and voracious, and changes its color according
to the food it eats. The Brook Trout weighs from 3 ounces to
over 5 pounds.
The Steelhead
Trout. Is the sea-going cousin of rainbow trout and is known
for putting up a hard fight. The average length of a steelhead
trout is 20-30 inches. Is most commonly found in the Pacific
Ocean. The life expectancy of the steelhead trout is generally
about 6-8 years. The Steelhead Trout weighs up to 8 pounds.
Sea Run
Brown Trout. The back of the sea-run brown trout has a color
variation of greens and the sides will transition to yellow/brown.
It prefers water temperatures that are considered too warm for
most other trout. It rarely lives longer than 8 years and weighs
from 3 to 25 pounds.
Land Locked
Salmon. Native of Lake Sebago, was introduced at the beginning
of the century into numerous environments. It is silver colored,
with blue head and back, black spots on the flanks and dark
dorsal fins with blue stripes. It may weigh from 1 to 8 pounds.
Chinook.
Has a robust body, it is conic with a slightly sharp and pointed
head in young females and males. Adult reproductive males have
a bigger head, long mouth, with both tips bent inwards as a
hook, with strong teeth. In natural conditions, its size may
reach 80 centimeters long. Chinook Salmon weigh from 10 to 50
pounds.
If you decide to visit us, we will provide you a complete list
of recommendations to help you make your trip a pleasant one.
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