Escondido Lodge Argentine Dove & Pigeon Hunts
Up to 10 Guests
About
Escondido Lodge is located on the western side of Córdoba Province in the largest irrigated area in Argentina. The peanut, sunflower, and sorghum fields in the region—combined with extensive roosting areas—create an incredible habitat for both doves and pigeons.
The pigeon season runs from the last week in March to the first week in August, while dove season is open year-round.
The lodge features eight spacious bedrooms, each with a private bathroom. Four of the bedrooms were newly built, and the main lodge was fully renovated in 2018.
Driving distances to the fields range between 15 and 50 minutes in luxury 9-passenger vans equipped with air conditioning, refreshments, and two-way radios. Each client is paired with an experienced professional bird boy who provides shells, acts as a loader, retrieves downed birds, and keeps cool drinks ready.
Shooting continues until noon, when the group gathers in a shaded grove for a traditional Argentine asado (barbecue), complemented by salads, gourmet desserts, and exceptional wines. Lunch may also be served at the lodge, where guests can enjoy a siesta in their air-conditioned rooms.
The afternoon shoot continues until about 6 PM. Upon returning to the lodge, guests are welcomed with appetizers and a refreshing towel to unwind after the hunt.
This outfitter currently has no lodging available.
Target species
Eared Dove
Amenities
Trip includes
Location
Córdoba, Argentina
The Lodges
- Luxurious accommodations, outstanding service, and of course the promise of world-class shooting.
The Shooting
- A recent Argentine Game and Natural Resources study estimates the dove population in the area to be upwards of 32 million birds. The eared dove is similar in size and appearance to the North American mourning dove. Its distinguishing characteristic of flying throughout the day ensures the opportunity for nonstop shooting. It's not uncommon to shoot between 2 to 4 cases of shells per day.
Our Company
- Owned and operated by Alex and Zeke Hayes, H&H Outfitters has spent the last 30 years developing a reputation for spectacular accommodations and impeccable customer service to create the finest dove shooting experiences in Argentina.
We Own the Land
- H&H Outfitters own or control over 20,000 acres of the best land in the heart of the prime roosting areas of Argentina. Typically the roosting grounds are heavily wooded areas with native trees called Piquillin, usually crossed by natural streams, producing an ideal habitat for the reproduction of doves. Vast and fertile valleys that furnish immense quantities of grain surround these refuges.In addition, H&H Outfitters plant crops exclusively for doves on their land and use no till methods, which provide consistent and unlimited amounts of food. By practicing good game management techniques, we are the only outfitters in the area that offer excellent shooting throughout the entire year.
Charter
- We are exited to introduce you to our charter company Feeling Air. Fly directly from Ezeiza to our lodges, avoiding the hassle of airport layovers. With a Cessna Turbo Stationair, and a Cessna Grand Caravan EX, we fly you to your destination in style and comfort.
- In addition to flights to and from our lodges, our continued partnership with other small jet companies allow us to assist you with all your charter travel needs.
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