corrientes travel information

FLIGHTS: The best route to get to Corrientes is via Buenos Aires. Once in Buenos Aires you can then take short 1:30 hours flight to Paso de Los Libres or Goya where your guides will meet you. The drive to the El Dorado Lodge is roughly two hours.

PASSPORTS AND VISA REQUIREMENTS: A valid passport is the only documentation that is require to visit Argentina. You will be required to show your passport upon check-in at the airport. A visa is not required for US visitors to Argentina staying 90 days or less. For citizens or nationals of other countries, please consult your Argentine Consulate or contact us for more information.

MONEY: The Argentine money is the peso, which is now fluctuating. Check a major news paper for the current status of the peso. All your personal purchases will be made with the pesos so you should plan on having plenty of pesos with you in case ATM machines are out of paper money. Currency exchange houses are the easiest way to exchange your dollars for pesos and can be found in airports or in towns.

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS: There are no immunization s required for entry into Argentina. For the latest information on health and immunization requirements worldwide, you may visit the Center for Disease Control web-site at www.cdc.gov. Because you will be in a remote location once you are in Argentina, make sure that you bring any required medications and basic first aid supplies. If you have a major health problem, it is wise to reconsider planning a Argentina fishing trip due to the remoteness and physical requirements of the trip.


TRAVEL INSURANCE: We strongly recommend travel insurance for your trip to Argentina. There is limited access to quality care due to the remote location of the fishing areas. We have taken great precautions in providing a trip that is safe and rewarding. In the event that something unexpected were to happen, it would be wise to have prepared in advance by purchasing travel insurance. Evacuation insurance is available for minimal coverage, and complete travel insurance is available for providing help with lost baggage, changed flights, etc. We can provide you with the necessary insurance information.

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