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Tomo River
Top Peacock Bassup to 26 lbs possible!
South America · Fishing World Guide
Colombia.
Fishing in Colombia 2026 — Licenses, Regulations & Best Spots
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target species
Yes
license needed
Jan–Apr
best season
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Do you need a license?
License
Yes.
Sport fishing permit: From 50,000 COP (~12 USD). Usually included in tour price.
›All license details
- Where to apply?
- Via AUNAP (Autoridad Nacional de Acuicultura y Pesca) or fishing trip operators.
- Cost
- Sport fishing permit: From 50,000 COP (~12 USD). Usually included in tour price.
- Validity
- Daily or trip-duration permit
- Available online?
- Yes
Colombia is an emerging fishing destination with Pacific AND Caribbean coast plus Amazon tributaries! Most providers take care of permits. Peacock Bass in the Llanos is the highlight!
When to go?
The season at a glance.
Best season
Llanos Peacock Bass: December-March (dry season). Pacific: Year-round. Caribbean: December-April.
Where to fish?
The top waters.
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Gavilán River
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Vichada/Orinoco tributary
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Nuquí/Bahía Solano
Pacific: MarlinSailfishRoosterfish
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Cartagena/Santa Marta
Caribbean: TarponBonefish
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Amazonia/Leticia
ArapaimaPiranha
What's biting?
Your target species.
The rules.
Four things you need to know.
Closed seasons
Closed seasons
Regional closed seasons, especially during spawning season (varies).
Catch limits
Catch limits
Moderate limits. Peacock Bass: Catch-and-release increasingly standard.
Prohibited methods
Prohibited methods
Dynamite, poison prohibited. Sustainable fishing is promoted.
Catch & release
Catch & release
Standard for Peacock Bass and Big Game. Increasingly common.
What does it cost?
12 USD
License
Approx. 12 USD (usually included in tour price)
300-600 USD
Guide per day
Llanos Lodge: 300-600 USD/day. Pacific: 400-800 USD/day.
80-150 USD
Daily budget
Budget: 80-150 USD. Premium Lodge: 300-800 USD/day.
Bite times
The best fishing times — free.
Best fishing times
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🎣 Live catches in kolumbien
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Plan your trip.
Everything in one place.
All the details
The fine print.
License in detail
Via AUNAP (Autoridad Nacional de Acuicultura y Pesca) or fishing trip operators. — Colombia is an emerging fishing destination with Pacific AND Caribbean coast plus Amazon tributaries! Most providers take care of permits. Peacock Bass in the Llanos is the highlight!
Rules in detail
Colombia has enormous potential — two oceans, Amazon tributaries and the Llanos (vast grasslands with rivers full of Peacock Bass)!
Freshwater
Llanos: Vast grasslands with rivers full of Peacock Bass. Amazon tributaries: Arapaima and exotic species.
Saltwater
Pacific AND Caribbean! Nuqui on the Pacific for Big Game. San Andres in the Caribbean for flats.
Equipment
Specialized lodges provide equipment. Bringing your own equipment recommended.
Guides
Llanos Lodge: 300-600 USD/day (all-inclusive). Pacific Charter: 400-800 USD/day.
Getting there
Flights to Bogota. Domestic flights to fishing areas. Llanos: Bush flights to the lodge.
Safety
Security situation has improved significantly. Tourist areas are safe. Be aware of tropical diseases.
Customs & fish export
Fishing equipment allowed. No visa for EU citizens (90 days).
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All information without guarantee. Always check with the official local authorities. Not legal advice. Last updated: April 7, 2026
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