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International Safaris 2020 Annual Catalog Rovos Rail: African New Peacock Bass Argentina Riverboat Wingshooting Safari Safari Camp Cast and Blast
About the cover Gary Kramer, who captured the spectacular photograph on our cover, is a long-time friend of Trek and member of our adventure travel community. Gary recently produced a milestone coffee table publication featuring descriptions and self-captured photographs of all 34 game birds found in the United States and Canada. Copies are available at GaryKramer.net.
TrekTracks Each December when we put together including our Rovos Rail South this annual catalog for the new year, African couples adventure featured our team has the opportunity to reflect on the next two pages of this catalog, on the many blessings we receive an incomparable Tanzanian photo through our work here at Trek. The safari (page 61), as well as a hosted greatest of all these blessings is always adventure we are planning for Jurassic the relationships our team has with our Lake (page 51). Additionally, we have clients and the bonds that our clients space available on the aforementioned form with one another. adventures for 2020. Looking forward into 2020, we will also be promoting Trek represents a community of new trips in Iceland, Brazil, New this was without exception the best passionate adventurers that has formed Zealand, Czech Republic, and Poland. duck hunt I have ever been on." While over the better part of five decades. Do look for information on these this has been a common sentiment over Your passion for adventure is why we destinations later in the year. the years for those who have hunted love what we do and why we work with us in Nicaragua, it is also worth extremely hard to consistently deliver You may not have considered this, noting that all of our clients have the experience of your dreams. but every adventure Trek offers reported that the country’s citizens can be customized as a couples or treated them with high levels of Those of you who have traveled with family experience. It truly has been a hospitality. Trek for many years likely have found wonderful trend in our industry that fast friends while sharing time in the more folks are sharing these adventures Trek has always considered our field, on the water and responsibility as your agent, around the table. The shared Your passion for adventure is why from both a fiduciary and experience of hunting, safety standpoint, as the fishing or exploring a new we love what we do and why we most critically important culture with other passionate component of our business. travelers makes a new work extremely hard to consistently For this reason, Trek leans personal connection feel like an old friend in a short deliver the experience of your dreams hard on our relationships with our partner outfitters period of time. with their loved ones, and our team to protect your interests above all takes great pride in being able to build other concerns. It is also why we spend Our couples adventures to places like itineraries that offer something fun and time in country with our clients and Baronscourt in Northern Ireland, exciting for everyone. We would love to partners, a practice that few adventure Morocco and Argentina bring people include you on one of these adventures travel agents have in place. This gives together in a magical way. We have so next year to see you strengthen your you real-time information allowing you many testimonials from clients on these family bonds, make new friends and to make solid decisions that is best for three adventures alone from 2019 that expand our Trek community. you, your friends and family. we could not list them all in this space. We often have groups of four or six Nicaragua Update The entire Trek team wishes you a people traveling together meet up with happy, healthy and prosperous year in others whom they have never met, and Many clients returned to Nicaragua 2020. We hope you will make time for almost immediately the entire group this year as the political situation in the new travel experiences and growing becomes one. It is quite common for country experienced sustained stability relationships, and we are here to people who met on a Trek adventure since a brief period of protest nearly serve you in planning your next great to plan a future trip together, and very two years ago. We recently hosted a few adventure. often these groups travel together for groups down in Chinandega for a duck many years thereafter. hunting experience that has no equal. The new year brings opportunities for One of our clients stated, "I have new experiences and relationships, hunted ducks on five continents, and Milton Hanburry, Jr., President
AFRICAN WINGSHOOTING All Aboard the Rovos Rail! T rek is excited to invite you spur winged goose, which can reach to join us as we explore a weight of up to 25 pounds, as well majestic South Africa via as Egyptian geese, white faced duck, luxury rail, an eight-day journey yellow billed duck and red billed teal. during which hunters will experience a variety of exciting wingshoots and We will visit the towns of Vryheid, non-hunters will soak in the culture Dundee, Ladysmith, Elandslaagte, and spectacular game viewing of Estcourt and Kroonstad, rolling across Zululand. During this adventure diverse South African landscapes in an you’ll experience a most fascinating Edwardian-era vessel equipped with continent while fully immersed in wood-paneled coaches, staffed by an the romance of five-star rail travel. attentive team of professionals focused on providing you with Along the way, experience zululand the experience of hunters will have a lifetime. the opportunity to and the romance experience unique of luxury rail Rovos’ sleeper suites African-style hunts accommodate two for guineafowl and francolin, as well people, offering the option of twin as wild ducks and geese. Non hunters or spacious double beds. The train’s will enjoy four different wild game common areas include a non-smoking viewing drives, a wine estate tour and lounge car and a smoking lounge, with tastings and a visit to the site of the an observation car at the tail. first major battle between the British Empire and the Zulu Kingdom. All meals are served in the Victorian era atmosphere of the dining cars; Guineafowl and francolin shoots are lunch and dinner are complemented driven by up to 120 chanting African by a selection of fine South African beaters, ensuring that many birds wines. All meals are produced by an are flushed close to our hunters. It is enthusiastic team of chefs who are common to encounter such animals responsible for ensuring that the needs as kudu or warthog breaking through of the guests are met and catered to. the line. During waterfowl hunts, you'll encounter a diverse variety Join us June 4-11, 2020 on the African of species, including the impressive luxury rail adventure of a lifetime! contact us at trek@treksafaris.com or 1.800.654.9915 for more information
ARGENTINA – CORDOBA Guayascate LodGE High-Volume Dove J ust as Cordoba stands as the premier destination in the world for high- There is no place like cordoba for high- volume dove shooting, Guayascate stands as the premier hunting lodge volume dove hunting. And there is no in the Cordoba region. Guayascate’s breathtaking setting, incredible food and finer lodge in cordoba than Guayascate. wine selection, spa and accommodating staff deliver such a high-level experience, dove in a single moment, hour or day than or fly into Buenos Aires, where you many Trek clients hold an annual date to what you will see here in the Piquillin trees can take a flight into Cordoba from return to this special place, year after year. where the eared dove roosts. Due to the either the international airport (Ezeiza) region's rich agricultural environment and or the domestic airport (Aeroparque), Owing to the vision, values and family the lack of natural predators for doves, depending on when you arrive to B.A.. culture of Trek’s Cordoba partners, H&H hunters are welcomed by the Cordoba Outfitters, you are always treated as honored community for their positive impact on We offer a three-day option for $3,000 per guests at Guayascate. And once you return crop protection. Unless you request it, hunter and a four-day option for $3,900 home, you’ll have a hard time deciding you will not shoot the same field twice. per person. Both prices include hunting, whether the experience of Guayascate or food and double occupancy lodging, the astonishing dove numbers were the In 2019, American Airlines initiated non- license, gun rental and ground transfers. most memorable part of your adventure. stop service to Cordoba from Miami, Single rooms are available for an additional making this trip easier than ever for $100.00 per night. A $1,500.00 non- It is estimated that there are over 20 million many Trek clients. Other options are to refundable deposit is required to confirm eared dove in the Cordoba Province. It is fly into Santiago, Chile and connect for your reservation. doubtful you will ever encounter so many a flight across the Andes into Cordoba,
ARGENTINA – CORDOBA La Portenita Lodge High-Volume Dove F irst time hunters visit Cordoba to experience the region’s unfathomable dove population and to shoot a pile of shells you’d need a stepladder to see over. Those lucky enough La portenita offers the authentic charm of a working estancia and the most incredible dove hunting you'll ever encounter to stay at La Portenita during their first visit often return frequently, as much to set, when we will make our way back for many Trek clients. Other options for the accommodations as the hunting. to the lodge for cocktails and appetizers, are to fly into Santiago, Chile and followed by a full dinner and wines. connect for a flight across the Andes into La Portenita is a product of brothers Cordoba, or fly into Buenos Aires, where Alex and Zeke Hayes’ vision to provide La Portenita features six large bedrooms you can take a flight into Cordoba from their guests with the absolute finest in the main house, as well as a separate either the international airport (Ezeiza) hunting experience or the domestic in all of South airport (Aeroparque) America. The lodge, depending on when which sits high on you arrive to B.A.. the picturesque countryside about Trek’s most popular an hour outside of hunting programs Cordoba city, offers are three hunting the ultimate in days at $2,100/ service, cuisine and hunter and a four accommodations. hunting day option at $2,700 per hunter Each hunting day at to include shooting La Portenita, your with lodging, meals, bird boy will meet select wines, hunting you in the pre-scouted field with plenty of villa with three additional bedrooms. The license, gun rental, and transfers. Airfare, shells and cooler of cold drinks. Shooting lodge also has a welcoming lounge room shells & gratuities, are not included. should be steady until lunchtime, when outfitted with a full bar, as well as a recessed a full Asado is served. Your field lunch fire pit just outside the front door that We also offer a junior hunter special will consist of local cuts of beef, chicken is popular for groups enjoying cocktails when accompanied by an adult. The and pork, accompanied by excellent and conversation about the day’s hunt. adult pays full price with a junior salads, fresh bread and fine wines. hunter price of $1,500 (21 & under). In 2019, American Airlines initiated A $1,000.00 non-refundable deposit is After lunch, we will continue to shoot non-stop service to Cordoba from required to secure spots. until late afternoon when the sun starts Miami, making this trip easier than ever www.treksafaris.com 1 (800) 654 9915 7
ARGENTINA – CORDOBA Sierra Verde Lodge High-Volume Dove C ordoba, Argentina is renowned as dove hunting’s mecca, owing a favorite for those seeking quiet refuge to the estimated 20 million resident eared doves that annually wreak after days of relentless dove shooting havoc on the region’s rich agricultural expanse. When you visit Cordoba, it and meticulously decorated interior fine wines. After lunch, we will continue is your enviable task to do your part in that gives Sierra Verde the feel of both to shoot until late afternoon, when the protecting the region’s crop yield; but it is a hunting lodge and a five-star hotel. sun starts to set, when we will make our Trek’s responsibility to handle everything way back to the lodge for cocktails and else to make your adventure outstanding. Dove hunting in Cordoba is a shotgunner's appetizers, followed by a gourmet dinner. dream— it is not uncommon to shoot Sierra Verde Lodge is the ideal place to 3-4 cases of shells per day and more. A magnificent view from the dining room spend your evenings while in Cordoba, A typical hunting day starts with a overlooks a manicured 10-acre lawn relaxing and refueling for another day wake-up call around 7 a.m. After a full where many sunsets are enjoyed each of relentless shooting. Our clients often breakfast, we will load into the vans for evening. Sierra Verde also has professional remark that Sierra Verde feels like a home the 30-60-minute drive to the field. massage therapists on staff to help you away from home, and at the same time unwind and relax at the end of the day. unlike any other place they’ve ever been. Your pick-up boy will meet you in the pre-scouted field with plenty of shells and In 2019, American Airlines initiated non- Throughout this boutique property, a cooler of cold drinks. Shooting should stop service to Cordoba from Miami, you’ll find many of the signature touches be steady until lunch, where a full asado making this trip easier than ever for of Trek’s Cordoba partners, H&H is served, consisting of local cuts of beef, many Trek clients. Other options are to Outfitters: from the outdoor firepit and chicken and pork, and accompanied by fly into Santiago, Chile and connect for swimming pool, to the indoor hot tub excellent salads, fresh baked breads and a flight across the Andes into Cordoba, or fly into Buenos Aires, where you can take a flight into Cordoba from either the international airport (Ezeiza) or the domestic airport (Aeroparque) depending on when you arrive to B.A. Trek’s most popular hunting programs are three hunting days at $2,100/hunter and a four hunting day option at $2,700 per hunter to include shooting with lodging, meals, select wines, hunting license, gun rental, and transfers. Airfare, shells and gratuities are not included. 8 www.treksafaris.com 1 (800) 654 9915
ARGENTINA – CORDOBA Escondido Lodge Pigeons & Dove T he first season of our new Cordoba p i g e o n a n d d ove h u n t i n g trek's hunters gave escondido lodge high program was a resounding success, as clients reported high levels marks in its first year of operation of satisfactions with both bird numbers and Escondido Lodge. The lodge, which Driving distance to the fields ranges Lunch can also be taken at the lodge, was renovated just last year, delivers the between 15 and 50 minutes in our where you can enjoy a siesta in your air elevated standards of accommodation luxury nine-passenger vans with air conditioned bedroom. The afternoon and service that serve as the hallmarks of conditioning, refreshments and two-way shoot continues until around 6 pm. every property owned and operated by radios. Each client shoots with their Shooters are welcomed back at the lodge our Cordoba partners, H&H Outfitters. own experienced professional bird boy, with appetizers and a refreshing towel. Escondido Lodge is a American Airlines new result of Trek's and H&H's non-stop Miami to ongoing commitment to Cordoba option makes innovation and to optimize your travel to the region our wingshooting clients’ much more streamlined experience. Located just and gun friendly. Routes beyond the Sierras de through Buenos Aires Cordoba, Escondido is and Santiago will still be situated within thousands operated on a daily basis. of acres of land dotted with No matter which route you irrigation pivots watering choose, the friendly staff fields of peanuts, soybeans from Escondido will meet and corn. March through your group after clearing July, these crops offer an immigration and customs. expansive food source From there, you will board for migrating pigeon and H&H’s Cessna Grand resident eared dove. who will provide shells, act as a loader, Caravan for a short flight to Escondido. retrieve downed birds and keep cool Pigeon hunting here is an excitement-filled drinks ready. Shooting continues until Trips start at $3,995/hunter, based on experience; you’ll shoot from blinds as large noon, when the group gathers in a shady a minimum of four hunters, to include birds drop down onto decoys set up by your grove of trees for a traditional Argentine four night’s lodging, meals, drinks, select bird boy. The dove hunting is a typical asado (barbecue) complemented with wine/liquor, license and permits and Cordoba high-volume, no limit salad, gourmet desserts and wines. round trip private charter from Cordoba experience. Our bird boys will keep your City. A $1,500/hunter non-refundable guns loaded for action all day. deposit is required. www.treksafaris.com 1 (800) 654 9915 9
ARGENTINA – CORRIENTES Malalcue lodge Duck, Dove, Pigeon & Perdiz M alalcue Lodge delivers an incredibly unique mix of Malalcue provides the chance for a wide hunts and a lodge setting that takes its guest's back to a time when life range of species out of the same lodge was less hurried and great hunting was just steps away from your front door. Malalcue gives hunters the ability to Semenov has made many changes to This year, Trek has added a charter flight shoot duck, dove, pigeon and perdiz all provide the comforts of these “resorts” from Buenos Aires to Entre Rios, giving out of the same lodge. without losing the character of Malalcue. you more time in the field than ever. With the growing popularity of super The lodge has six deluxe rooms, five The beauty of Malalcue is you do not lodges around Argentina these days, remodeled bathrooms, a brand-new lose hunting days by traveling around Malalcue is standing on its charm and massage room and spa, along with Argentina searching for each species. culture, as many hunters still enjoy the re-designed porch and foyer to enjoy While other mixed bag outfitters use feeling of being at an authentic hunting that cocktail and cigar. Excellent several different lodges all hours apart, lodge and not a resort. Outfitter Ariel cuisine, impeccable service and instant camaraderie are all the more reason to visit Malalcue Lodge. Sportsman traveling to the Corrientes Region of Argentina will take an overnight flight from the U.S., landing in Buenos Aires. From there, you will take a charter flight to Esquina, which is just minutes away from the lodge. This is where the adventure truly starts, as you'll have four full and two half days of hunting ahead of you. The cost of this adventure is $5,700 per hunter, based on a group of four, including food and lodging, charter flights to and from Malacue, hunting license and transfers. A 50-percent non- refundable per person deposit is required to secure space. 10 www.treksafaris.com 1 (800) 654 9915
ARGENTINA – ENTRE RIOS estancia Cortaderas Duck, Dove, Pigeon, Perdiz & Dorado E stancia Cortaderas has built its extremely high-value mixed bag lodge with reputation on providing a unique, high-value cast-and-blast program world class golden dorado fishing within an upscale lodge setting. This year, Trek and our partners in Entre Rios have massage therapists are at your disposal. enhanced the program even more to The lodge's professional chef will deliver include an extra day on the front end of the finest Argentine cuisine accompanied the trip, with your choice of either a day by an excellent selection of wine. room or city tour upon arrival in Buenos Aires, as well as a complimentary night The mixed bag season at Cortaderas at Cortaderas upon arrival in Santa Fe. runs from May to August with a price of $4,695 per hunter. From September to These enhancements will allow you to April, the program offers doves, pigons recharge upon arriving in Buenos Aires and dorado for just $2,995 per hunter. before enjoying four full days of one of the These prices includes four full days truly special fins-and-feathers adventures hunting (including one day of pigeons), anywhere in the world. The improvements River, so you'll waste no time getting into unlimited fishing during your stay, five to this program are delivered to you at prime dorado waters. The Parana is one night’s accommodations with meals, no additional cost over what has always of the most well known Dorado rivers in drinks, select wine, hunting license, and been of Trek's highest value adventures. the world, and the team at Cortaderas ground transfers related to the program. routinely delivers With the mixed bag season in the fish in the 10-lbs.- Province of Entre Rios ending in August, plus range. most other lodges shut their doors until May. This has allowed Cortaderas owner/ Cortaderas offers outfitter Ariel Semenov the cream of the 10 spacious single crop selecting fields and roosts giving our rooms with outdoor guests the absolute best hunts possible. balconies, offering Current dove populations in Entre incredible sunset Rios exceed many other areas of South views of the river. America. Additionally, you'll receive a Amenities include day of pigeon hunting at no extra charge. WiFi, satellite TV, a full bar and an If you're interested in marking the majestic outdoor fire pit. Golden Dorado off your Treklist, the Ad d i t i o n a l l y, a October-March time frame is optimal. full spa, including Cortaderas is situated on the Parana sauna, jacuzzi and www.treksafaris.com 1 (800) 654 9915 11
ARGENTINA – ENTRE RIOS PARANA GYPSY CAST & BLAST Ducks and Golden Dorado T this exciting new program is Argentina's he Parana Gypsy mothership has quickly become one of our most popular angling adventures, and most unique cast-and-blast experience this year we are adding an incredible new program for hunters. Trek is excited to also be tempted to take the afternoon The second level has a meticulously announce the addition of duck hunting for R&R and to soak in the sights restored meeting area, where you’ll share to this program, creating one of the and sounds of the majestic Parana. cocktails, meals and camaraderie. Just most unique and exciting cast-and-blast outside this area, you can relax on the deck adventures we’ve ever offered. The Gypsy's mobility allows us to between the day’s sporting sessions and continually identify and operate from after meals, perhaps enjoying a cigar, while The Paraná River system spans more than new, unpressured areas within the upper taking in the majestic vistas of the river. 3,000 miles, providing a vast network Paraná, which is an advantage to both of tributaries, deltas, marshlands and hunters and fisherman no stationary The Parana Gypsy can be reached by lagoons. This massive ecosystem is the lodge can possibly offer. During your a 2.5-hour drive from Buenos Aires’s driving force behind some of the most Gypsy adventure, we will rotate hunting Ezeiza Airport to a private marina on the outstanding duck hunting you’ll ever marshes and fish a variety of water types. Parana followed by a fast boat ride to the experience. Gypsy. Its location will be determined by T h e Gy p s y i s 7 0 ’ x 2 4 ’ t r i - l e ve l weather and fishing conditions. Anglers Each morning, you’ll hunt from the catamaran, built in the 1990s and may also arrive to the city of Rosario for comfort of an elevated blind, taking aim recently refurnished and upgraded a shorter 45-minute route to the marina. at endemic South American species, such to host a world-class hunting and as rosy-billed pochards, white-cheeked fishing operation. The mothership’s first Pricing is $3,850 for four nights and pintail, as well as silver and speckled teal. level comprises four very comfortable three and a half days of hunting/fishing, double bedrooms and one single or $4,475 for five nights and four and After lunch on the mother ship, you’ll room, each with en suite bathrooms a half days of hunting and/or fishing have the option to jump in a boat to and equipped with air conditioning, and all ground transfers. A 50-percent experience some of the finest golden heating, 24-hour electricity, and TV. non-refundable deposit is required to dorado fishing in the world. You may secure space. 12 www.treksafaris.com 1 (800) 654 9915
ARGENTINA – SAN LUIS Dos Plumas lodge Pigeon & Dove V a unique combo hunt of pigeons over ery few lodges exist where you can shoot both pigeon and dove in any significant volume, decoys and swarming bevies of dove but Trek has discovered one of the finest located in San Luis Argentina with South Pioneers Outfitters. From April through September, owner/ outfitter Ramiro de las Carreras host clients on a fantastic combination hunt operating out of his newly completed Dos Plumas Lodge. With space for up to ten hunters between five bedrooms, Dos Plumas sits close to the fields and offers a deluxe environment to relax after each day’s shoot. Ramiro employees a fully trained chef to provide the traditional Argentine beefs, lambs and sausages many familiar with Argentina cuisine loves. C o n sis t e nt high -volume pigeon exactly this along with hot-barreled for many more years of successful hunts. hunting is the new craze in international dove shooting satisfying anyone looking wingshooting. We are excited to provide for a wonderful combination hunt. On The best way to reach Dos Plumas is your hunt to San Luis, a flight connecting in Santiago Chile you will experience to Mendoza Argentina where South both pigeons working Pioneers will be on hand to transfer you decoy spreads and 3.5 hours to the lodge. We suggest at the pass shooting least four full days of shooting with five those searching for a nights at the lodge, but can certainly challenge. tailor the program to include as many days as you wish. For ward-looking sustainability practices The four-day hunt costs $3,150 per h a ve e n s u re d t h a t hunter including the hunting, lodging, pigeon migration is at meals, and lodge transfers. To secure an all time high in San space, Trek requires a 50% non- Luis, paving the way refundable deposit. www.treksafaris.com 1 (800) 654 9915 13
ARGENTINA – TUCUMAN Inti Malal Lodge High-volume dove and pigeon O utfitter Gustavo Olsen has continued his legacy of success prepare to shoot to your heart's content at at his highly anticipated Inti Malal Lodge near the city of Tucuman this hotspot for high-volume dove hunting in Northern Argentina. Inti Malal sits on 225 acres and houses 14,000 square their favorite drink. Sooth tired muscles You are up early and out to the field for feet of comfort, offering eight bedrooms by spending time in the indoor spa area a three to four hour hunt over sorghum with private baths. with jacuzzi, massage section and sauna. and sunflower fields before returning Chef Javier Painefilu delivers delicious back to the lodge for lunch and siesta. A spacious and elegant common living dishes including traditional meals and Afternoon shoots are unique in that we and dining space, with a fully stocked chef ’s specialties to keep hunters’ happy. shoot either waterholes or roots areas. bar, extends into the outdoor gallery with a barbecue pit, where guest can socialize, Dove hunting in Tucuman is a little The afternoon waterhole hunts are enjoy wonderful meals and relax with different than other areas of Argentina. a sight to behold, with thousands of dove circling small potholes or lagoons. During June, July, August and September, you will enjoy decoy pigeon shooting for one day during your four days of hunting. A typical hunting package to Inti Malal includes four days hunting with four nights lodging. With new service from Lima direct into Tucuman, the program has gained strength as Lima has direct service from many US cities. Hunters may also connect in Buenos Aires to a commercial flight landing in Tucuman the same afternoon. Both routes offer an arrival in time for an afternoon shoot. This adventure is $3,650 per hunter for doves or $3,950 for doves and one day of pigeon hunting. A $1,500 non-refundable deposit is required. 14 www.treksafaris.com 1 (800) 654 9915
ARGENTINA – BA PROVINCE San Martin & Pampa Lodges Traditional Decoying Duck Shooting M uch of Trek’s longstanding Argentina waterfowl success experience argentina's most exciting decoying can be attributed to Cano St. Antonin and his Four Seasons duck action and two outstanding lodges Adventures. For nearly 20 years now, Cano has been hosting Trek clients near off around 3 p.m. and last until dark. and a well stocked bar. Pampa Lodge is the town of Lincoln shooting decoying The four-day hunt fee is $3,750 per operated by Puelo Expeditions who have ducks in the finest habitat. hunter with a 50% non-refundable made every effort to ensure every hunter deposit required to reserve space. has a comfortable stay while enjoying San martin lodge the mix of superb cuisine, exceptional Pampa Lodge hunting and real Argentine hospitality. Built in 1930’s and recently refurbished, Each morning you will rise to a full San Martin Lodge combines modern For hunters seeking an easy and close option to shoot ducks near Buenos Aires, breakfast and head out with your comforts and authentic charm. It has guide hunting decoying ducks with a inviting living room, Trek is happy to offer Pampa Lodge. opportunities to shoot 11 nice dining room, six big different species of ducks. comfortable bedrooms and Blinds are built with every a gunroom. hunter in mind using hard bottom construction, raised The B.A. Province region platforms, or “bucket” style is an ideal retreat for ducks pits. Added to the overall with many acres providing waterfowl tradition will be ponds and lagoons created well-trained Labradors that after the flood of Buenos will fetch each bird you take Aires in 1988. These areas decoying into the spread. have progressed into a newly formed ecosystem If you want to experience the perfect for the winter- renowned perdiz hunting feeding grounds of ducks. of Argentina, this is an easy From May through July, add-on during your stay at the typical hunting day starts with Located only 90 minutes from BA’s international airport, you can literally be La Pampa to complement. The season an early wake-up call and breakfast is May – July with hunting package before heading out to the blinds. enjoying coffee on the front porch only a couple hours after arriving in Argentina. starting at $3,450 per hunter (three With seven deluxe rooms, the lodge has day) and $4,495/hunter (four day) with After the morning hunt, we head a 50% non-refundable deposit required back to the lodge for lunch and a a large living area with dining room and fireplace, traditional Argentine cuisine to secure your spot. siesta. The afternoons will get kicked www.treksafaris.com 1 (800) 654 9915 15
URUGUAY la bellaca & La soffitta Pigeon, Perdiz & Dove B the best of uruguay mixed bag hunting oth pigeon and perdiz typically rank very high on their list of desired species, yet few destinations can offer quality hunts for both. land offering prime perdiz habitat along la soffitta La Bellaca in Uruguay is one of the few. with lush fields of Sorghum offering ample food for the pigeons and dove. La Soffitta Lodge provides guests with Built in 2014 as a vacation home for Your mornings are spent walking behind comfortable accommodations in close his family, Luis Brown soon realized a Brittany as the fog lifts out of the proximity to some of the best high the opportunity that exists around La valleys, while your afternoons are spent volume dove roost and perdiz habitat Bellaca shooting decoying pigeons, among a spread of decoys as a group of in all of Uruguay. Built in 1897, but pigeons approach fully remodeled in 2012, La Soffitta is a or enjoying high- traditional Uruguayan estancia complete volume dove. with five bedrooms, large common area, dining room and sits on lush acreage close La Bellaca offers to the Rio de la Plata. guests seven large b e d ro o m s w i th Longtime Trek outfitter, Eduardo heated floors in the Gonzalez will be the boots on the ground private bathrooms, lending 30-plus years of experience to large living area and hunters. With his kennel of trained a covered terrace. Brittany Spaniels and some of the finest The lodge chef Perdiz ground in Uruguay, you will enjoy will prepare fresh morning walks flushing these speedy fish, famous South upland fowl. American beef and even game from Each afternoon will be spent shooting the field. Getting high-volume dove in one of the many to Bellaca is easy, roosts close to La Soffitta. Uruguayan perdiz behind pointers and even dove. as you will arrive in Montevideo where asados complimented with wonderful With Luis’ son Patrick at the helm, RiverPlate Outfitters greet you then wines will round out each evening. Trek is happy to offer La Bellaca now as transfers you about an hour to the lodge. Uruguay’s most deluxe mixed bag option. Trip cost is $4,395/hunter and includes Trek’s typical package is three nights three full and two half days of shooting, Just north of the popular vacation city lodging with two full & two half days license and permits, lodging, meals, of Punta del Este is a part of Uruguay of shooting. Price for this is $3,870 drinks, wine and beer, and Uruguay that very few hunters know even exists. per hunter with a 50% non-refundable ground transfers. A 50% non-refundable It is off the beaten path with pasture deposit required to secure a date. deposit is required to secure a date. 16 www.treksafaris.com 1 (800) 654 9915
URUGUAY – LA NINETTE estancia la ninette Dove, Perdiz & Golden Dorado F Flush perdiz ahead of pointing brittanys or many years now, wingshooters have traveled to Uruguay enjoy the upland experience of shooting and scratch your high-volume dove itch perdiz behind pointing dogs. While the Perdiz are still thriving thanks to increased With eight en-suite bedrooms, a large living is $3,295 per hunter and the dove/dorado habitat, few hunters are aware of the room and porch overlooking the river, the trip over four days is $1,995 per hunter volume of dove residing in Uruguay and lodge is perfect for large groups and quaint (minimum group size of 4 hunters). A non- opportunity to catch Golden Dorado. enough for small family trips. During the refundable deposit requirement of $1,000 combo months of May through July, you per hunter is required to secure space. Hector Sarasola’s Estancia Ninette gives you a will find hunters thrilled with the liberal chance to not only flush perdiz behind well- perdiz limits and afternoons spent shooting You can reach Ninette easily with daily flights trained Brittany Spaniels, but to also shoot dove close to the lodge. From September from the US to Montevideo Uruguay or opt high-volume dove only minutes from the to April, those looking for a little different to fly into Buenos Aires. Hector’s team will lodge and yes, fish for the beautiful golden trip can shoot dove and fish for dorado. be there greeting you and transferring the dorado. Ninette is located in the department group from either city, as both are a little over of Soriano Uruguay and just outside the In addition to the lodging and hunting, the three hour’s drive to Ninette. If choosing to city of Mercedes. The lodge sits high on a affordability of Ninette is a major contributor take advantage of Uruguay’s easy gun clearing ridge overlooking the Rio Negro, one of to the popularity of this adventure. process, you will need to arrive and depart the best Dorado rivers in South America. The combo hunt price for four days hunting from Montevideo. 17
BOLIVIA – SANTA CRUZ PROVINCE pigeon palace lodge Decoying Pigeons P experience the ultimate in decoying pigeon igeon Palace is a destination that lives up to its ambitious name, offering some of the best decoying action at bolivia's pigeon palace lodge pigeon hunting you will find, anywhere. rotation of shooting venues has been dining area and several comfortable Lodge owner Mozo Vidal developed his paramount in providing sustained success seating corners allowing hunters to scouting acumen for many years under the of this program. stretch out and enjoy themselves. tutelage of international wingshooting During the hot days of the season, pioneer Erland von Schiedern. Mozo's Mozo runs Pigeon Palace with a hands- hunters can enjoy the swimming years of hard work and vision for on style which has been a smash hit pool at the center of the grounds. Pigeon Palace have delivered thrilling with shooters worldwide. Located near adventures to thousands of hunters the town of San Jose de Chiquitos in Mozo’s wife Vicky will personally prepare over the better part of the last decade. the Santa Cruz Province of Bolivia, your meals, a mix of typical Bolivian fare Mozo's meticulous scouting and applied Pigeon Palace is a spacious five-bedroom of pork, beef and pasta, not to mention knowledge around pigeon behavior lodge, with each room having en suite the delicious deserts. ensured that Pigeon Palace was located bathrooms, A/C and maximum capacity an area of Bolivia that is rich in the type for 10 hunters doubling in the rooms. For three full and two half days, we will of large grain agriculture favored by shoot over sorghum, corn and sunflower pigeons. Furthermore, his dedication to The gathering place at Pigeon Palace is fields near Mennonite farming colonies protection of the resource and careful a large great room with bar, fireplace, using decoy spreads and spinning machines. That Trek has a great number of clients book the same dates here, year after year, is an indication of the volume of birds and consistency of Pigeon Palace. The season here is brief, running from April through July and space does fill quickly, so, if pigeon shooting is your passion, this place is for you. Our four shooting day trip runs $3,500 per person, based on double room occupancy and single blinds. The Bolivian government recently announced that visas will no longer be required for entry into the country, clearing a time- consuming hurdle for our hunters. 18 www.treksafaris.com 1 (800) 654 9915
BOLIVIA – SANTA CRUZ PROVINCE Las palomas & Los Guaduales High-Volume Dove T take aim at bolivia's Spectacular Dove display he beautiful country of Bolivia, rich in agricultural and natural resources, has been a favorite of while staying at one of two premier lodges Trek wing shooters for nearly 20 years. Throughout this time, outfitter Jorge Los Guaduales Lodge four years ago. consistent shooting from beginning to Molina and his family have taken the This magnificent 22,000 square foot end. As seasons are reversed below the country’s wing shooting to an elite level. lodge boasts the ultimate in luxury and Equator, the July, August & September amenities includes a full spa. months are the cooler ones in Bolivia, Jorge’s original lodge, Las Palomas, meaning that the birds will tend to fly was the first lodge to be located in Perhaps equally impressive to producing all day as opposed to just morning and the Bolivia's prime agricultural areas, such a spectacular second lodge is that afternoon, so this is an outstanding time making trips to and from the fields Jorge, his family and long time staff have to visit. In addition to the high volume much easier. In the early years, this lodge managed to maintain the highest level dove shooting here, Jorge has added a was the gold standard by which other morning pigeon shoot. lodges were measured. Jorge’s attention to detail and personal service was a hit Getting to Bolivia is with Trek shooters and over the years now easier than ever as the business here multiplied to a point American Airlines now where one lodge was simply not enough. offers daily, direct, non stop service, Miami- Never one to rest on his laurels, Jorge Santa Cruz at roughly half the flying time (and cost) to get to Argentina. The Bolivian government recently announced that of service and personal visas will no longer be required for attention to each and entry into the country, clearing a time- every visitor they host. consuming hurdle for our hunters. Jorge Jr., acquiring the entrepreneurial The three shooting day trip at Las gene from his father, Palomas runs $2,250.00 per shooter and has built a full scale the four day is $2,895.00 A the deluxe brewery just a five- Los Guaduales, the three shooting day continually reaches for an in improved minute walk from either lodge. trip is $2,695.00 and the four shooting experience for guests. This pursuit of day adventure runs $3,395.00. Jorge excellence was most recently shown The prime shooting season in Bolivia is offers a 50% discount to shooters under in the completion of the beautiful from April through October, with very 18 years of age. A $1,500 deposit is required to guarantee space. www.treksafaris.com 1 (800) 654 9915 19
NICARAGUA – CHINANDEGA the nicaragua duck experience Blue-Winged Teal & Doves N icaragua is a countr y of jump on a short flight to nicaragua to outstanding rum, fine, hand-rolled cigars and, most experience what our clients have called the importantly, some of the most incredible blue-winged teal hunting you'll ever best Blue-Winged teal hunting on earth experience. With shorter travel times than most international destinations, this Volcano, it’s game on program is ideal for those with shorter for the duck hunt of travel windows; but, rest assured, the your life. hunting is world-class. During this adventure Through the constant and thorough you’ll stay at one of explorations over the past 23 years by the two top hotels in our Nicaraguan partners Richard and Chinandega, either Marvin Townsend, Trek is in the optimal the Hotel Farallones region of the country to experience its o r L o s Po r t a l e s . massive migrations of migrating teal. At each of these The Chinandega lagoons are a truly properties, you will special place to hunt, and as day breaks, enjoy single room the action comes fast and furious. Early accommodations and decoying Teal appear out of nowhere, and meals consisting of fresh seafood and offering you three sessions of each over as day breaks from behind San Cristobal other local favorites. the course of your three days of action. For shooters who just cannot get enough The country of Nicaragua ducks, during the early season months of is easily accessed from November and December, we are able to the U.S. by all major offer upgraded programs with additional airlines, so getting there duck hunting in lieu of dove shoots, on is a breeze. Our shooting an adjusted price basis. headquarters is the town of Chinandega, just over We kick off this great trip in early two hours from your November and operate until mid arrival city of Managua. February. With this relatively short season, this is one destination that always Our program here is for fills, so it is never too soon to get your a combination of duck dates reserved. Trip fee for this amazing hunts and dove shoots, shoot is $3,450.00 per shooter. 20 www.treksafaris.com 1 (800) 654 9915
NICARAGUA – GRANADA mombacho lodge White-Winged Dove M outstanding white-winged dove action ombacho Lodge is consistently a favorite among Trek hunters seeking a quick getaway, and with advantageous travel times from U.S. it's easy to understand what keeps 'em coming back. Here is a place within a three-hour flight from the U.S. where the environment for our guests, the lodge is The white wing shooting here is always dove numbers are continually sufficient just five minutes from the historic town sporting, with hunters averaging 8-12 to allow hunters to blast through 500 or of Granada, it is perfectly situated. boxes per session. If you have never more shells per day. before shot white wings, you are in for The attentive staff of the lodge will cater a treat, as these acrobatic dove will test Mombacho Lodge, named for the to your every need, most often before your every skill. region's landmark volcano, is the brain you even know you need it. Meals at child of long-time outfitter Bruno Taino Mombacho are one of the highlights as Although the shooting here is virtually who, along with his sons Frederico and Bruno and the boys hand pick the steaks, year round, dates do tend to fill quickly, Carlo, own and personally operate the pork and fresh seafood that you'll enjoy. so, give us a call to find out the most property. The lodge is located just 40 Carlo Taino is an aspiring chef, having current availability. The trip fee is $2,350 minutes from your arrival city, and traveled all over the United States and per person to include shooting, single accommodates 10 hunters in single- Europe to study under some of the best. room accommodations, meals and open room comfort. While the Mombacho So, don’t be surprised to see him donning bar as well as complimentary use of the compound provides a serene, private an apron to work his magic. lodge's 12- and 20-gauge shotguns.
MOROCCO morocco Driven Partridge R experience one of the hottest touring iding in a caravan of camels across the Sahara, feasting on fresh- picked dates while watching an destinations and a driven hunt like no other indigenous Berber charmer coax a cobra out of his hand-woven basket, hunting displays, mazelike alleyways, centuries-old Trek’s hunting headquarters in Morocco, wild partridge along the foothills of mosques and renovated riads, all of which the Courrier Sud, is a peaceful home away, the majestic Atlas Mountains— Trek's come together to convey a rare feeling of offering first-rate accommodations with Morocco experience will provide you being in a place that is, at the same time, spectacular views of the countryside, with so many moments that make you authentically preserved and modern. unrivaled hospitality and authentic feel as if you're in a movie. This adventure Moroccan and French-inspired cuisine. is a favorite among couples, due to the The region we hunt, Domain Chafarni, While our line of hunters is out in the incredibly diverse itinerary we have is an extension of over 7,000 acres of field, the group at the Courrier Sud will curated for you. undulated landscape, where craggy, enjoy leisure time, day trips and the canyon-lined valleys meet Argania’s meticulous attention of our gracious hosts. Traversing the Moroccan countryside mountain pines and arbustive vegetation. imparts a surreal sense of wonderment The hunting day at Domain Chafarni From Taroudant, our group journeys as the landscape transitions from consists of 1,000-2,000 driven partridge to the “red city” of Marrakech, which seaside to the vibrant red sands of the each day, with the birds flushing out in takes its nickname from the rose-tinted Sahara, from lush valleys to the snow- bunches across the line. Well-trained dogs sandstone used in its construction nearly a capped Atlas Mountains. You'll also deliver birds to each hunter’s feet and thousand years ago. While in Marrakech, experience Morocco's urban culture, refreshments are always close at hand as we will explore the Medina, a walled, full of vibrant mosaic and architectural the line closes in on its 400 bird limit. medieval quarter of the city established by the Berber empire in the 11th century. Here, sprawling markets, palatial riads and traditional shrines are magnificently arrayed. Our tour also includes visits to the Jemaa el-Fnaa market, Jardin Majorelle, the Koutoubia Mosque and the Ali Ben Youssef Medersa Islamic School. The Price is 9,685€ per hunter, including hunting, 5-star accommodations, meals, touring and transportation. Non hunter cost is 2,850€. Prices based on double occupancy, and group size is limited to eight hunters and 16 guests total. 22 www.treksafaris.com 1 (800) 654 9915
SPAIN – PINOS ALTOS estancia pinos altos Red-legged Partridge O ctober 19-23, 2020 are the dates immerse yourself in spanish tradition on for Trek's annual red-legged partridge shooting experience this driven hunt and stay at pinos altos at Estancia Pinos Altos in Spain. Trek clients love this trip, and with limited space available this fall, now is the time to jump in! Pinos Altos is legendary for its hunting program catering to Americans and has been Trek’s destination of choice for 15 years running. This wonderful estancia is set in the famed La Mancha region just two hours south of Madrid and in the middle of 10,000 acres where Red and Fallow Deer and Mouflon Sheep roam. There are few places in Europe where American hunters and their companions are more welcomed than Pinos Altos. Fernando Saiz and wife Koki, along with distance. Evenings are a treat as we dine the crest of a hill. The birds will come partner Beltran Cotoner, are your hosts on gourmet meals served family style and flying fast and quick over the hill and and are on hand during your entire stay. accompanied by the ever-present Rioja the shooting is fast and furious. These wines and delightful conversation. are special affairs with traditional meals Pinos Altos is a restored 16th century and an elegance depicting an era gone by. estate that has been part of the Saiz Each hunting day starts with a short drive Among the non-shooting activities will family for hundreds of years and is used to the fields where you will draw pegs be a trip to Toledo, and visits to nearby as their personal vacation home and for each of the of 4-5 drives depending typical haciendas, small villages and hunting lodge. This 10,000-acre estate is on shooting conditions and consists of historical points. You may also choose to a perfect place to host a group of hunters an allotted total of 600 partridge for the go shopping for leather goods, porcelain, looking for an expertly, organized driven line of eight guns. You’ll have two drives ceramics, pottery and local wines. hunt, as well as an extremely inviting in the morning followed by a delicious atmosphere for non hunters. There field snack and then two more drives The Price is $14,500 per hunter and are 14 expertly appointed bedrooms followed by a huge elegant lunch. A line $1,400 for the non-hunter, based on with private baths, two living rooms, of beaters- generally 40-50, will push double occupancy a line minimum of impressive dining room, and a terrace the partridge over the shooters at their eight guns with 600 birds a day. Includes that overlooks the property as herds of assigned pegs set about 15-30 yards down accommodations, meal, wines and red stag and fallow deer move in the Madrid transfers. www.treksafaris.com 1 (800) 654 9915 23
NORTHERN IRELAND baronscourt estate Pheasant and Duck C experience the lifestyle and hunting ombine the experience of life on one of Ireland's truly special estates with a traditional driven of royals at Baronscourt Estate pheasant hunt, all shared by a group of like-minded adventurers, and you royalty from the 14th century onwards. stands are located near three lakes in truly have a trip of a lifetime. This is the Recently it has been renovated with the Baronscourt Valley, making truly a experience you can expect when you new furnishings and artifacts depicting dramatic and unique backdrop for driven join Trek on our Ireland adventure at the style for which it was originated, hunts. Our line of shooters will enjoy Baronscourt Estate, which we are hosting albeit with modern appliances and three days hunting all at Baronscourt October 5-9, 2020. technology. This is truly a family home Estate, consisting of two days of 300 with eight bedrooms, extensive library, bag allotment for mallard and pheasant Baronscourt Estate, situated in the game rooms, living room, informal and and a 300 bag day of pheasant only. beautiful countryside of County Tyrone, formal dining areas and various other is home to the Duke of Abercorn, who beautiful common area spaces. In addition to this incredible shoot, along with son Lord Jamie Hamilton, We have arranged a wonderful optional serve as wonderful hosts to a handful of The Estate consists of 5,000 acres local tour for non-hunters that includes groups during the fall hunting season. featuring some 20 different drives for a tour of the grounds, costal area and This magnificent Georgian home was Ringed-neck pheasant and mallard ducks. local handicrafts. If your time permits constructed in the mid-1600’s and Each drive is distinctive, delivering guns Trek can also arrange an extended trip to adorned with original paintings of challenging opportunities. Some hunting include the entire Emerald Isle. Reaching Baronscourt is easy with daily flights into Dublin and Belfast followed by a private two-hour transfer. The price for this spectacular adventure is £11,500 per hunter. This includes two days of 300 pheasant/ducks and one day of 300 pheasant only presented to a line of eight guns at Baronscourt Estate, four night’s accommodations with all gourmet meals, beverages and alcohol that is to include some fine wines from the Duke’s cellar! Non-hunting guests are welcomed at Baronscourt at no additional charge. A 50% non-refundable deposit is required. 24 www.treksafaris.com 1 (800) 654 9915
USA – SOUTH DAKOTA south dakota upland game Pheasant, Partridge & Grouse L ocated just an hour northeast from Pierre, PNF is essentially trek is proud to offer this trio of America's three different lodges in one using a footprint of over 45,000 square feet finest upland game hunting lodges all with single room status. The Main Lodge was initially built in 1992 and cattle and game management. With over Tumbleweed Lodge through the years of tremendous growth 150,000 trees planted and managing Nelson continued to expand the Main cropland exclusively for wildlife, Of the three lodges we mention Firesteel not only offers excellent here, we have had more history with pheasant hunting, but their Hungarian Tumbleweed and are happy to continue Partridge and Sharptail Grouse are an a relationship going back 16 years or excellent addition to a great program. more. Don Bollweg and son Michael, There are three buildings offering 22 along with their wives figured out 30 guest rooms and housing 28 lucky years ago that they were going to be hunters. Food and service is top notch second to none in the hosting of hunters. and you simply cannot go wrong with This is truly a family business with a a visit to Firesteel for your group of relaxing atmosphere that so many enjoy Lodge to 12 rooms and including a friends or family. Price is $4,895 (two year after year. With 12,000 acres of spectacular African room that could very perfectly balanced crops and shelter well be the best lounge in South Dakota. where pheasant, grouse and partridge PNF has over 12,000 acres of prime can sustain their growth, Tumbleweed hunting land and can provide clients operates quality hunts year after year. with as much as they wish to hunt. This It’s easy to reach! Tumbleweed as it is a tremendous destination for high-end corporate groups. Prices starting from is only 45 minutes from Pierre. Price $5895.00 per person based on a group is $4,395 per person (two hunters) of six and include four nights single and include four nights double room room accommodations with meals, accommodations with meals, three three days guided hunting a limit of five days guided hunting with a limit of five pheasant a day and much, much more. hunters) and include four nights double pheasant a day. room accommodations with meals, three days guided hunting a limit of five firesteel creek lodge pheasant a day. A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to confirm your spot. This wonderful ranch is located near the town of Isabel just west of the Missouri River. Owned and operated by the Lindskov Family since 1934, Firesteel is a still a working ranch with many thousands of acres devoted to farming, 25
ARGENTINA – LA PAMPA poitahue ranch Red Stag E stancia Poitahue is truly a free range hunting paradise with an unparalleled argentine experience for endless Calden forest, lush green the spot-and-stalk big game hunter plains, and sloped sand dunes providing the habitat Red Stag need to thrive. high-volume doves creating plenty of stories and advice with hunters including Located in the target rich province of excitement in itself. Hunting is at its his love of bow hunting. La Pampa, this mixture of varied terrain peak during the rutting offers unique scenery for a natural period of mid-March hunting experience and opportunity through April when stags to take a medal stag on almost will display their roar 40,000 acres of complete free range. but hunting can be done through May. Due to the Trek is promoting a no size limit package immense size of Poitahue for free range Red Stag, which gives you and its location, they an incredible opportunity to harvest are able to customize a world-class stag without regard for hunts to fit most anyone extra trophy fees. Should you tag out regardless of physical early, Poitahue offers other species like abilities. Blackbuck, Water Buffalo, Axis and Fallow deer, European Boar, and several Built in the early 1900’s, varieties of goats and rams. Poitahue has the nostalgia of a lovely old estancia but refurbished Estancia Poitahue continues to innovate A large dove roost is close by should offering all the amenities of home Argentina’s big game market simplifying you prefer to shoot an afternoon of including comfortable beds, relaxing logistics to now incorporate an exclusive atmosphere and even charter flight from Buenos Aires’ Wi-Fi. As is the case international airport directly to Santa with every estancia Rosa La Pampa. Within 90 minutes Trek represents in of landing in Santa Rosa, you will be Argentina, the food pulling through Poitahue’s gate. The and level of service program is seven nights with six full is first rate. Seasoned days hunting on a one-to-one guide to manager, Santiago hunter basis. Rossi is a fixture each season lending his Pricing for this hunt is $6,850 per hunter expertise of hunting including one free range stag, round- and guiding the world trip charter from BA, lodging, hunting, while also sharing his meals, wine, beer and trophy cleaning. 26 www.treksafaris.com 1 (800) 654 9915
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