PROJECT

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ALL EXPERIENCE

All Experiences

FISHING

Fishing inThe Best Place IN BRAZIL

Molinari's Redtail Catfish

On August 12, 2022, Antonio Molinari landed this massive 139-centimeter redtail catfish (pirarara) to set the IGFA All-Tackle Length World Record for the species. Antonio was fishing on the Xingu River in Brazil when this catfish ate the live bait he was using. Antonio quickly recorded the catfish's official length on his Official IGFA Measuring Device before releasing it safely back into the river. Congratulations, Antonio on a beautiful fish and new IGFA World Record!

The Xingu Vampires on the Fly

The Xingu River is big and deep. Some of the pools are over 60-feet deep and we did most of our fishing in deep water. Payara are vicious feeders, and their fearsome dental array allows them to catch and kill almost anything that swims. We were told to bring big, tandem-hooked baitfish patterns and heavy sinking lines. Since most of our flies were 10-inches long, and we were throwing 500-600 grain sinking lines, we used 10-weight rods almost exclusively.

Caio Fonseca

Our Team.

Ceo Xingu Experience

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George Henrique

Partner Xingu Experience

At the heart of the Xingu Experience Project lies a team of renowned professionals, united by their shared passion for excellence and the relentless pursuit of innovation. Each member brings with them a wealth of experience and expertise, shaping a unique and transformative journey for everyone involved.

Tatinha Brito

Professional Angler

João Roberto Aquino

Staff Manager

Thiago de Roure

Main Chef Xingu Experience

Carocinho

Biologist and Professional Angler

Gustavo Takeshi

Sales Manager and Media

Bruno Fernandes

Influencer e Professional Angler

Betinho de Oliveira

Fly Fishing Professional Angler

Pescador esportivo, apresentador de tv, ministra cursos de atado e arremessos de fly, loja de fly, viagens de pesca na amazônia brasileira e patagônia chilena.