OVERVIEW
This lodge is perched majestically atop a knoll, with striking views of the Uruguayan countryside. Whether by design or chance, San Juan is the epicenter of a shooting resource desired by almost every sportsman that has cradled a shotgun—a perfect mixed-bag location, where duck marshes and dove fields are linked to smart accommodations by short drives on good roads. Teeming with perdiz, ducks, and doves, the region offers the ultimate Uruguayan mixed-bag, where you’ll perfect the art of shooting several species throughout the day. Add to this variety genteel country living, warm personalized service, and delightful daily menus, and you can appreciate the joy of San Juan.
HUNTING OPPORTUNITIES
Perdiz, Duck, Pigeons, Dove.
Duck Main Species
- Rosy-Billed Pochard.
- White-Faced Whistling Duck.
- Brazilian Teal.
- Brown Pintail.
- Speckled Teal.
- Ringed Teal.
- Southern Wigeon.
- Cinnamon Teal.
- Silver Teal.
*Restrictions on the hunting of some species may apply, depending on the annual government regulation.
A true mixed bag in friendly Uruguay. Alternate between ducks and perdiz each morning and experience awesome dove hunting minutes away from the lodge every afternoon. The best perdiz hunting in South America, and pointing dogs without peer, trained by expert dog trainer and co-owner of the lodge. More than 18 well trained dogs are available for our hunts and more than 20 years experience training dogs. Our duck hunts are easy, even for those who hate the waders and mud usually associated with waterfowl.
A TYPICAL DAY
Hunting and shooting here offers a variety of game that makes Uruguay a very unique destination not only in South America, but anywhere in the world. It is a rare treat for the wingshooter that hunters can enjoy the pursuit of an upland and marsh mixed bag in the same day, each and every day.
Each morning you will hunt wild partridge or perdiz in short grass pastures, and over pointers and English setters, or ducks and big wild pigeons by decoying in lagoons and ponds nearby. Every day you will drive to the perdiz fields or to the lagoons for duck and pigeon hunting and return for lunch at the lodge, or stay for a BBQ, the “asado”, done in the field by the staff.
The afternoon shoot (high volume dove shooting) will start after lunch, and will end at dusk. Each evening you will return to the lodge for cocktails and dinner. Your host and guide, as well as bird boys, will be with you to provide you with challenging shooting, and other necessities such as shotgun shells, refreshments and anything else you may need. Drive time to hunt locations is usually between 10 and 35 minutes for the perdiz, ducks or pigeon fields, and from 5 up to 35 minutes for the dove shooting.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Offered are 5 bedrooms each with bath & fireplace, and will accommodate up to ten guests. With plenty of space to spread out, this estancia offers a comfortable living room with its inviting fireplace centerpiece, a dining room boasting exquisite meals, fine wines and a majestic view. On pleasant evenings or before the next hunt the Estancia offers an open air galleria so guests may enjoy the fresh air and Uruguayan countryside at any time.
CAPACITY: 10 guns. 5 double rooms with private bathroom. Single rooms are not surcharged (subject to availability).
- Dining room, Living room, Sitting room.
- Gun cleaning table.
- Telephone and Direct TV.
- Gourmet food and traditional asados.
- Wines and spirits.
- Maid service.
- Laundry service.
- Gift shop offers artwork, logo wear, crafts, etc.
- Gun rental, 12, 20, 16 and 28 over and under and semi automatic.
- Professional hunting guides.
- Bird boys.
RATES AND SEASONS
Rates – Please contact us with inquires.
Seasons –
- Perdiz hunting runs May 1st to July 31st.
- Duck hunting runs from May 1st until Sept 15th.
- Pigeons generally run from May 1st to Sept 15th.
- Dove shooting is all year round.
INCLUSIONS
- Meet and assistance on arrival and departure
- Lodging
- Meals, all wines beer, and local spirits
- Professional guide service and pick up boys
EXCLUSIONS
- Transfers to and from the lodge: $ 300 per person per way for a single passenger and $ 150 per person per way for groups of 2 or more passengers
- Gratuities for guides and house staff
- Airfares
- Gun entry permits
- Gun Rental
- Shells
- Masseuse
- Laundry service
- Phone calls and Internet
- Tours, shopping trips, etc.
- Cost of itinerary modifications requested by passenger
- Buenos Aires transfers and hotels
