Because of its volume and scenery, the Paute River in Azuay is the most adequate. Equipment for this activity is provided by specialized clubs. Deep sea fishing, inlet and beach fishing are all available. The main sites are Atacames, Salinas, Bah R a de Caraquez, Pedernales, Esmeraldas, Cojimies, Manta, Jambeli and Puerto Bolivar. The best fishing is in the lakes, the best of these being the Voladero, San Pablo, San Marcos, Papallacta, Mica, Mojanda and Colta.
Trout fishing is preferred, but native species can be found as well.
Fishing is abundant in almost all of the rivers and lagoons, especially when it is not raining too hard. The best rivers are the Napo, Aguarico, Tiputini, Jivino and Tivacuno. The best lakes are Limoncoha, Yuturi, Lagarto, Zancudococha and Pa Z acocha. Most notable species are catfish, piranhas, raspabalsas, bocachico, paco, electric eels and many more. In the north, the Awa Indian Reserve.