Recommended Clothing
Please do not bring unnecessary weight to the camp. We use small planes for air transfers to and from the yacht and we strictly enforce weight limitations. You will be able to leave items not needed at camp with the hotel concierge in Manaus if you are returning to the hotel at the end of the week. We recommend this for travelling clothes, etc.
You needn\'t overload yourself with gear, but these items are regarded as essential:
.Two Pair of Polarized Sunglasses (in case you lose or break a pair).
.Waterproof Sunscreen SPF 30+ (UVA) (UVB) (waterproof and unscented)
.Buff Face Mask, (light in color)
.Fishing Hat w/Brim for Sun
.Fly Rods 8/9/10 Weights (no less than 3)
.Reels With Minimum 30 pound Dacron Backing
.Saltwater Outbound Fly Lines (extra lines for backup)
.Leaders, Fluorocarbon Tippet (50lbs)
.Flies and Fly Box
.Long Sturdy Pliers (debarbing and hook removal)
.Hook Sharpener
.Stripping Fingers or Finger Tape
.Fishing Sun Protection Gloves
.Line clippers
.Light Weight Gore-Tex® Rain Jacket and Pants
.Light Weight Synthetic Fleece Top
.3 Long Sleeve Fishing Shirts
.2 Pair of Fast Drying Pants
.1 Pair of Fast Drying Shorts or swimsuit
.3 Pair of White Cotton Socks (for wearing on the boat deck while casting)
.Waterproof Camera, Memory Cards, Batteries and Charger
.Smart Phone or Tablet with Charger
.Insect repellent with 30% + DEET and \"anti-itch\" cream
.Flashlight/Headlamp
.Water Bottle & Dry Gatorade Mix or EmergenC Packets
.Lip Balm with sunscreen (highest SPF you can get)
.Dry Bag, Day Pack, boat bag or Fanny Pack (100% Waterproof)
.Waterproof Bags or Zip-Loc Bags (to carry camera, other gear while in the boat)
.Passport with at least 6 months of validity
.Brazilian Tourist Visa
.2 Copies of passport (packed separately in zip-lock bag)
2018 Rio Marie’ Brazil – Pre-trip Tackle & Travel Planner
.Airline tickets and itinerary
.Cash (small bills for tips, gift shopping, etc.)
.Credit card (call company, inform of travel plans)
.Notebook and pen
.Emergency Telephone Numbers
.Toiletries (Toothbrush, toothpaste, hand lotion)
.Aspirin, other over-the-counter medications like antacids
.GoldBond Medicated Powder
.Prescription Medications (packed in your carry-on bag)
.Prescription Glasses
.Universal Electrical Adaptor
The yacht has a small fly shop with the essential gear for fishing The Rio Marie’.