Argentina Duck Hunt – Parana River Delta
An Argentina duck hunt destined to become absolutely legend, the Parana River Argentina duck hunting experience is an immersive adventure in what remains one of the wildest and most remote places you’ve likely ever set foot. And yet surprisingly, it’s also relatively convenient. About the same travel distance from BA as most other Argentina duck hunting lodges, the Parana River Delta Argentina duck hunt is twice as remote! The Parana River Delta is the largest wetland in Argentina–one of the largest in the world, in fact– encompassing about 5,400 square miles and located among Santa Fe, Entres Rios and Buenos Aires provinces. Want an off-the-beaten-path Argentina duck hunt somewhere that harkens a bygone century? This is it.
Your Parana River Delta adventure begins about 3-and-a-half hours from downtown Buenos Aires, where you step into a 22-foot transfer boat and begin speeding down tributaries to home-away-from-home duck camp smack in the middle of the Parana River Delta. That’s right–the last hour is by boat, but don’t worry. The ride is warm and dry during inclement weather, and time passes quickly while sipping your favorite beverages, viewing the amazing scenery, endemic wildlife, or local fisherman plying their trade . Accessing true wilderness in this modern era isn’t easy. To experience wild ducks in some of the truly last wild place remaining on earth requires the thrilling experience of just getting there.
Despite being located 20-plus airmiles from the nearest paved road, expect 5-star lodging and superior guest services. The luxurious liveaboard mothership has 5 staterooms (1 king and 4 doubles) with ensuite bathrooms, A/C and heaters for your added comfort. There’s usually excellent wifi, and some cell service. Three chef-prepared meals are a culinary adventure in and of themselves–beef asados, steaks, home-made pastas and other regional delicacies are preceded by hand-crafted appetizers and followed sumptuous desserts. The upstairs dining room is stocked with an amazing collection of hand-selected, top-shelf Argentinian wines to pair perfectly with each meal (plus there’s a wine tasting each week), There’s a commanding view of your remote surroundings: wild marsh stretching to the horizon in all directions.
The key to this remote Argentina duck hunt is mobility. Waterfowl move based on changing water depths and weather conditions, and the liveaboard mothership moves with them. Stepping from the mothership into the duck boat, you’re only a few more steps to the blind. Boat rides are usually only 10-15 minutes away. Short walks over mostly level terrain to 2-man blinds. Decoys and mojos have already been placed when you arrive.
Enjoy relatively very liberal limits. Rosy-billed Pochards, white-cheeked pintails and teal species predominate the bag, but expect full variety of Argentina duck species. Lunch and siesta between morning and afternoon activities. Choose either morning and afternoon duck hunts, or morning duck hunts and afternoon golden dorado fishing. Yes, the golden dorado fishing is world-class, too!
Light waders and field clothing appropriate for temperatures between 30 and 60 degrees are all that’s required for this Argentina duck hunting experience. Laundry service is available. A selection of semi-auto are available to rent or bring your favorite shooting iron. Your Parana River Delta Argentina duck hunt begins on the afternoon of arrival. Following your last morning duck hunt, you’ll be transferred back to Buenos Aires.
Rates & Dates
Timing
Argentina duck season in the Parana River Delta is enjoyed early-May through late-August. Peak duck hunting times are June and July. In additional to amazing waterfowl habitat, this region boasts world-class golden dorado fishing that may be enjoyed year-long.
Rates
$4,750 Standard 5-day Argentina duck hunt Parana River Delta (5 morning and 5 afternoon duck hunts)
$3,800 4-day Argentina duck hunting package Parana River Delta (4 morning and 4 afternoon duck hunts).
Daily rate $950 per. Duration may be customized at hunters’ discretion. Most hunters choose 5 days.
Rates are based on 2 hunters per blind.
Reservations require 50% deposit, balance due 60 days prior to travel. GetDucks Travel Protection available (call to discuss).
Trip Specifics
Included
Parana River Delta Hunting package includes:
- Airport reception and transfers
- Lodging and meals
- Regional wines and local spirits
- Professional guide services
- Personalized service for the duration of your stay
- Daily laundry services; boot cleaning
Not Included
Parana River Delta Argentina Duck Hunting does not include:
- Shotshells ($25 per box of 25) Prices subject to change.
- Gun rental ($80 per day)
- All voluntary gratuities (minimum $150/day)
- Airfare, Baggage overweight charges, Buenos Aires Hotel, Any item of strict personal nature
- Hunting license ($50 per stay)
- GetDucks Travel Protection Plan/ Trip Insurance (added line-item to each invoice)
Itinerary
Sample itinerary for Parana River Delta Argentina Duck Hunt:
- (Monday) Met at airport or hotel, transferred to camp, lunch and afternoon duck hunt
- (Tuesday) Morning and afternoon activities – choose duck hunts morning and afternoon, or afternoon golden dorado fishing
- (Wednesday) Morning and afternoon activities – choose duck hunts morning and afternoon, or afternoon golden dorado fishing
- (Thursday) Morning and afternoon activities – choose duck hunts morning and afternoon, or afternoon golden dorado fishing
- (Friday) Morning and afternoon activities – choose duck hunts morning and afternoon, or afternoon golden dorado fishing
- (Saturday) Final morning duck hunt, lunch, transfer to Buenos Aires in time for flight home.
What To Bring
What-To-Bring List is provided after booking.
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“Falling off into this Argentina duck hunt in the Parana River Delta was like falling back into a bygone era. It is more remote than anywhere I’ve ever been in Argentina. By comparison, it’s less than half the distance, twice as remote and infinitely more luxurious as the Rio Salado hunt! Short 10-15 minute boat rides and easy walks to blinds, and I was in absolute Heaven hunting utterly wild ducks in a truly wild place. The Parana River Delta duck hunt in Argentina is destined to become absolute freaking legend.” – Ramsey Russell
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Average Daily Temperature Range – Argentina Duck Hunting Parana River Delta
May 66°-38°F / 19- 4C
June 59°-32°F / 15- 0C
July 59°-37°F / 15- 3C
Aug 64°-34°F / 18- 1C
What to Bring – Argentina Duck Hunt Parana River Delta
Packing for an Argentina duck hunt is not a complicated matter as the weather is comparably mild for waterfowling, and the walk or ride to the blind is relatively simple. You may choose to bring your own favorite firearm or rent from a selection of clean, reliable semi-automatic Benelli or Beretta shotguns. Lightweight, breathable waders are the perfect choice for the dry or semi-wet marsh blinds used while Argentina duck hunting at Las Flores.
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Gratuities – Argentina Duck Hunt Parana River Delta
Gratuities for lodge and field staff are not included in Argentina duck hunt package cost since tipping, in general, is discretionary. Because clients have repeatedly asked that we suggested allowing $150 minimum for staff gratuities. As an example, for a 3-day Argentina duck hunt at Parana River Delta you will spend $450 in tips. These are paid to outfitter when settling up at end of stay.
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