Argentina Duck Hunting – A Whole Different Game In South America
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Being that it is pretty cold up here in North America, I thought I would
do a little research into warmer climes for duck hunting action. One place that really jumped out at me as a great place to go is Argentina. Now for me, the first place I think of when talking about duck hunting is not Argentina, but after doing a bit of research, perhaps it should be. The bag limits are pretty crazy, 25-40 depending upon where you are hunting in Argentina. Plus the species are mostly different than what we are used to seeing up here in North America, including "Rosy-billed Pochard, White-cheeked and Brown Pintals, Southern Widgeon, Silver, Speckled, Ringed and Cinnamon Teal and a variety of Tree Ducks".
The season is from May until August every year, allowing for a great warm up for the North American season back home if you make a trip down there. I have heard of many people taking their hand at a Mexico duck hunting trip, but never to Argentina.
Comparing and contrasting to Minnesota duck hunting I can't imagine a more start contrast than Argentina. Being on the other side of the equator makes it a completely different ballgame. As mentioned earlier the season is the other side of the year as in the northern hemisphere.
Where to hunt ducks in Argentina?
When it comes time to book that hunt there are a few options to go for when it comes to Argentina. One of the more popular provinces to hunt is Santa Fe. The areas targeted are rice fields or along the river deltas which changes based on the food prevalent and the level of the water. The Santa Fe province is located in the center of the country and has a river that eventually leads to the ocean.
Another popular province to hunt ducks in Argentina is the Santiago del Estero Province which is known for also sporting quite an impressive dove and pigeon population. If you want to do a combo platter hunt, this is likely the place for you. The Santiago del Estero Province is also in the center of the country and is adjacent to the Sante Fe province.
A final great place to duck hunt in Argentina is the Buenos Aires Province. Probably the most popular and well known place in Argentina is Beunos Aires, and luckily there is also some great duck hunting in this province as well. This province is also known for its phenomenal Perdiz and goose hunting. The best part about a trip to Argentina may be that you don't need to bring your own duck decoys or duck calls!
Have you ever duck hunted in Argentina?
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I’ve been to Argentina (4) times, twice for doves and twice for ducks. I’ve also been to Mazatlan on two occasions. Save your money and do a (5) day Argentina duck hunt. Awesome!! Much more lberal limits in Argentina. Lots of birds and great accomodations, food, drinks and laughs. My shooting buddy and I are leaving on 7/5 to hunt the Pila area.
Hotshot,
4 times! That is great work. Thanks for the addition to my blog. Would love to hear if you have any special regions you target (like why the Pila area this time or perhaps you have gone their every time) as well as any other tips you have. Please check back after your upcoming trip. I’d love to hear how it went!
Thanks!
I’m sure the guided duck hunting in Argentina is great, but what if a guy wanted to move down there and hunt by himself? Where would you want to live for the best all-around bird hunting? Could I reach good day hunts from BA? What kind of hassles are there for gun registration? Permission to hunt? What sort of hassles are there in getting around in the countryside? Need a car? What does that entail? Are local bistros willing to cook your birds while you sip their wine/coffee and watch the girls promenade? That sort of thing. You understand: I’m just looking for a retirement where I can have great hunting closeby and live a somewhat urban life without freezing to death or paying a fortune to go somewhere else for a once-in-a-while hunt. I’m the kind who wants to hunt every day, one or two birds for dinner. I don’t want to shoot them all! Eventually, I’m going down there to check it all out, but it would be nice to have some sort of a preliminary plan. Any advice you who have seen it all can give me will be much appreciated!
Ed,
I’d love to be of more help, but I don’t have the answers to these questions. Would love any insight that people have into freelancing / living in Argentina and hunting ducks on your own.
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