Doves and Pigeons
The hunt
Pigeons:
When we get to the field the decoys are spread and blinds built. The guides will carry the shells, stools and shotgun and as soon as we are set, the Pigeons will start decoying.
Pigeon decoy very well what makes this a very classic hunt. We hunt where they feed, in the morning or where they water in the afternoon. We pigeon hunt half a day and doves hunt the rest of the day.
A good afternoon the hunter can expect to shoot 80 to 120 decoying birds. Most of the times there will be much more available, but we quit around 100 birds per hunter.
Doves:
Early morning, after a full breakfast, we drive (5 to 45 min.) to the field where the guides will have the blinds set and cases of shells ready. About half hour after light breaks, clouds of dove will start swarming over the hunters. There is no way to describe it; you must see to believe it.
The birds will fly all day long, but anyway we take a break for lunch in the field or at the lodge.
Depending on the time of the year, we shoot on grain fields or close to the roosts. This is the highest volume shooting ever seen; the use of shoulder pads and semiautomatic guns are highly recommended. For those who REALLY want to shoot a lot, we recommend two guns of same caliber, and a bird boy plus a loader. The limit is set by the hunter’s capacity; there are always more birds than anybody can shoot
Species
Eared dove
Spotted and blue pigeon.
The lodge
This magnificent house was built for a former dictator of Paraguay.
It has, 2 living rooms, a huge dining room, bar, 6 double bedrooms, each with private bathroom, air conditioning and fireplace. It also has a swimming pool, tennis court, gazebo with a billiard table and bar. A 6000 ft. grass landing strip by the house.
It is surrounded by 33.000 acres of prime farmlands, where zillions of doves feed on Milo, corn, wheat and other crops.
Season
March through October
Weather
The Argentinean Chaco area is very hot in summer, that’s why we don’t hunt from mid October to March.
March and April (Fall): 65º F to 80º. Some rains
June, July and August (Winter): 35º F to 75º F. Cool mornings and warm days. Dry.
September, October (Spring): 65º F to 85º F. Some rains
How to get
From Buenos Aires:
Charter flight departing from the international airport and landing at La Guarida. Highly recommended (check prices). Not included in price.
Commercial flight to Santiago del Estero and 2 1/2 hours of driving by good paved road.
Commercial flight to Tucuman and 4 hrs. drive to the lodge.
Program
ARGENTINA
DOVE AND PIGEON HUNTING
SANTIAGO DEL ESTERO PROVINCE
Season: March to October.
Day 1:
Depart from hometown, overnight flight to Buenos Aires.
Early morning arrival to Buenos Aires.
Day 2:
Our host will greet you and provide assistance through customs.
Flight to Santiago del Estero and 2 ½ hr. drive to the lodge or private air charter to Santiago del Estero (not included in price).
Enjoy ½ day of dove or pigeon hunting.
Day 3 through day 5:
Enjoy 3 full days of dove & pigeon hunting over decoys.
Day 6:
Enjoy ½ day of dove or pigeon hunting.
Van transportation to Santiago del Estero and flight to B.A. or private air charter the international airport to get the evening flight of departure.
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2008 ARGENTINA PROGRAMS |
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PROGRAMS |
HUNTING
FISHING DAYS |
PRICE
Base 4 pax |
EXTRA DAY |
SEASON
DATES |
** PRIVATE CHARTER |
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DOVES & PIGEON
Santiago del Estero |
4
Days 5 Days |
$ 2.445
$2,845 |
$ 500
$ 500 |
March thru October |
Available |
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* Price based
on a minimun of four (4) people |
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*All programs have the
followings inclusions: Ground transfer, Bilingual host, all meals and
beverages while in hunting and fishing areas. |
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*Guns and introduction papers
are not included in this package |
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**** Tour are carried out under the
business management of Four Seasons which makes every reasonable effort to
serve guests, however, assumes no responsibilities or liability for any
hazard of any kind associated with these trips. Neither is any obligation
or responsibility assumed for any political meteorological, climatic or
other event for the services of transportation companies, contractors, or
other principals for which FS act as agent and to the terms and conditions
of those owners and operators. |
YOUR TRIP INCLUDES:
- 3 full days and 2 half days of dove and pigeon hunting.
- 4 overnights in private estancia.
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner, including wine and beer.
- Bilingual host provided from arrival into Buenos Aires through departure back.
- Bird boy.
- Hunting license.
YOUR TRIP DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Shells (US$ 11 per box)
- Any airfare.
- Laundry.
- Communications.
- Tips.
- Gun introduction papers to Argentina (US$100)
- Gun rental. (US$ 50 per day)
- Bird boy ($ 25 a day).
- Transfers, tours or extensions of the trip of any kind.
What to bring
A laundry service (not included in the package) is available at very reasonable price, so there’s no need to pack a lot of cloth.
Rain Jacket
Hunting jacket not very heavy
Flash light
Shooting gloves
Shooting glasses
Earplugs
Walking boots
Shoulder pad and shell pad
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