We now offer the best bird hunting experience in the Americas. We are proud to introduce you to hunting vacations in Uruguay.These lodge additions combine a luxurious sporting getaway with an authentic Uruguayan hunting experience.

A truly high volume mixed bag of doves, ducks, pigeons, and perdiz, Wide Open Outfitters at Estancia San Cirilo is now among the absolute best hunting and fishing programs in South America.

You can be sure of having the most diverse, exciting, comfortable, and luxurious wingshooting adventure ever.

Please contact us if you have any questions.

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Wide Open Outfitters
Steve McCain Jr.
P.O. Box 7282 Natchitoches, LA. 71457
Office: 877-443-4868 | Cell: 225-921-3098

Location: Paysandú, Uruguay
DOVE HUNTING & PERDIZ HUNTING

Season:

• Perdiz over dogs – May-July / Doves – Year around

Capacity: 12 hunters

Estancia La Paz is located in Colonia La Paz, province of Paysandú, which is where the Portela Brothers were born and raised. Their relationship with the local farmers and landowners gives them a great advantage in securing the most productive shooting fields, and most exclusive lodges. Now home to dove, perdiz and pigeon hunters of Wide Open Outfitters, this estancia is one of the finest remote and peaceful bed and breakfast Estancias in western Uruguay. Secured long before wing-shooting in Uruguay became famous.

La Paz is the Portela Brothers’ first and longest lasting partnership, and continues to offer wonderful accommodations and service for guest of Wide Open Outfitters.

SHOOTING
From May-July: Walk-up perdiz in the morning followed by dove and decoyed pigeon in the afternoon.

From September to April: Dove, and pigeon. Group’s sizes are not an issue. One or Two hunters are welcome and non minimum days are required.

Most of the perdiz shooting is done in the property, walking distance and dove fields are not longer than 30 minutes as well as pigeons and ducks.

ACCOMMODATIONS
Accommodations at Estancia La Paz are offered in the best atmosphere you can imagine. Full Spa service and gourmet food are the perfect combination of this lodge. Offering 12 bedrooms and 12 baths this location is ideal for parties of up to 12 shooters (based on double occupancy). Parties of 12 or more secure the estancia exclusively.

RATES
May to September (upland perdiz and doves/pigeons) $ 875 per day
*optional duck hunt / $ 100 per hunt.
September to April (doves) $ 450 per day

COST INCLUDE: all meals and beverages, open bar, professional assistance at airport, hunting guides and bird boys, gun and hunting license, fields transportation, soft drinks and café at fields, all local taxes, 5 star accommodations, boot cleaning and gun cleaning twice a day, wi-fi internet in all rooms and public areas, maid service, pool table & merchandising of Blackriver Outfitters available.

NOT INCLUDED: airfare, gratuities, items of personal nature, gun rental U$S 65, transfers from Montevideo or Bs As U$S 60 per way, open box of shells U$S 14 per 12 ga 20 ga and U$S 18 per box of 28 ga, 410 ga subject to availability request 6 month in advance, hotel accommodations in Montevideo/ Punta del Este/ Bs As, City tours U$S 200 per day per hunter, Massage U$S 65 (45 minutes massage), checks fee 3% Notice we do not accept Credit Cards of Travelers Checks.

DEPOSIT AND CANCELLATION POLICY
A deposit of fifty percent (50%) of the total price will be required to confirm any package at any of the lodges operated by the company. This deposit must be made within twenty (20) days from the reservation date of the package. If the deposit is not made within the timeframe the reservation will be automatically cancelled. The balance due shall be paid at least sixty (60) days prior to the proposed arrival date to the lodges.

ACTIVITIES
This fine estancia is the perfect place to learn the traditional Argentine/Uruguayan game of polo, as tuition and matches can be arranged. There are two polo fields, which have a magnificent history of excellent polo players 80 kilometers from the lodge. Other activities include horseback riding, golf and boating on the lake. You may also take guided walks around the estancia, bird watching and farming outside the park’s boundaries. Buenos Aires city located just 2 hours from the Estancia with 1 hour hydrofoil Buquebus for shopping and visit this Paris of South America its another interesting activity available.

HOW TO GET THERE
Estancia La Paz is located in the in the northwest region of Uruguay in the state of Rio Negro near the river town of Paysandú. The lodge is approximately 208 miles from Montevideo, the capital of this small country.

Most commonly, shooters traveling on international flights to Uruguay and Montevideo International Airport will be met by a La Paz Lodge representative who will assist with gun clearance, if necessary, and who will transport the group to La Paz Lodge. The drive is approximately 3 hours through scenic rural Uruguay via paved highway.

Other transfer options:

1. Private Charter from Montevideo: guests arriving into Montevideo may charter to the Paysandú Airport (40-minute flight) located approximately 20 minutes from the lodge.

2. Private Charter from Buenos Aires: charters are also available directly to Uruguay from Buenos Aires Argentina Capital. Charters may go directly to Paysandú Airport which is an international airport and offers customs on-site

Location: Uruguay – Punta del Este
PIGEON HUNTING

Season:
• Pigeons – March – May

Capacity: 12 hunters

Situated in the largest population of pigeons Punta del Este Mantra Resort & Casino is one of the best resorts in the world. Casino and the beautiful beaches are the perfect combination of hunting experience and gambling.

Punta del Este is the much loved and sought after vacation town nestled on a beautiful peninsula located in the extreme southeast corner of Uruguay, people come from all over South America and Europe to enjoy Punta del Este’s natural beauty and its vibrant nightlife.

Luxury accommodations, short drives to the fields (40 min), and flock after flock of decoying pigeons will quickly have you hooked on wing-shooting in Punta in no time.

SHOOTING
This is not pass shooting, but rather no limit, non-stop, decoying action. The incredible populations of wild Spot-winged and Picazuro pigeon provide one of the most spectacular wing-shooting opportunities in South America.

The pigeon flights being just as the sun rises, and only increase in volume as the day progresses. Every day we will serve lunch BBQ asados at the field and back for dinner at the hotel.

It is not uncommon for one confident shooter to take well over a hundred pigeons. Average of shooting consists in 15 boxes per day approximately.

ACCOMODATIONS/CASINO
A combination of cozy guestrooms and an exclusive personalized service guarantee a memorable stay. Each room is finely decorated, and from its balcony you will enjoy the magnificent view of woods, gardens and swimming pool. Its modern and minimalist style, combined with elegant furniture made of fine materials and natural fabrics in pale shades, gives a sense of calmness in all of its rooms.

All rooms are equipped with 29’’ flat screen TVs, CD/DVD player and highspeed Internet connection. Poggesinline towels and bathrooms, English bathroom amenities Glinchrist & Soames, and refined feather pillows are just some of our exclusive details which make your stay an unforgettable experience.

With 2500 sq m the Casino boats four rooms: the main floor, the Texas Hold’em Poker Room, and the Slots VIP Room, where you will endlessly enjoy playing your favorite games.

RATES
March – May $980 per day

COST INCLUDE: all meals and beverages (wine and water), professional assistance at airport, hunting guides and bird boys, fields transportation, soft drinks and café at fields, all local taxes, 5 star hotel accommodations. Gun permits and hunting license.

NOT INCLUDED: airfare, gratuities, items of personal nature, gun rental U$S 65, U$S 300 single passengers travelling before or after shooting party, U$S 100 each for groups less than 4 hunters to cover customs expenses, open box of shells U$S 14 per 12 ga 20 ga and U$S 18 per box of 28 ga, 410 ga subject to availability request 6 month in advance, hotel accommodations in Montevideo/Bs As, City tours U$S 200 per day per hunter, checks fee 3% Notice we do not accept Credit Cards of Travelers Checks.

DEPOSIT AND CANCELLATION POLICY
A deposit of fifty percent (50%) of the total price will be required to confirm any package at any of the lodges operated by the company. This deposit must be made within twenty (20) days from the reservation date of the package. If the deposit is not made within the timeframe the reservation will be automatically cancelled. The balance due shall be paid at least sixty (60) days prior to the proposed arrival date to the lodges.

ACTIVITIES
For the first time tourist in Punta del Este, there is an endless number of drives to make. Really, all Punta del Este is a drive, it’s a garden city and no matter where you go you will see beautiful houses, careful gardens with plants brought from all parts of the world, ample avenues and boulevards and a cleanness difficult to find in other South American cities

Other activities listed below are available for those wondering to stay after or during the shooting trip:

• Sightseeing (Uruguay is rich in culture and history.)
• Festivals (Native celebrations, see links to the left)
• Hiking (Pristine forests, dunes, and wildlife abound.)
• Swimming (Beautiful sandy beaches!)
• Surfing (The Atlantic has never been so much fun.)
• Body Surfing (One of the best locations in the world!)
• Wind Surfing (Ocean breezes yield great opportunity.)
• Boating (The many ports boast yachting clubs and facilities)
• Horseback Riding (easy-riding and fun)
• Shopping (Wonderful antique bargains at flea markets!)
• Gambling (Casinos open 24 hours a day)
• Barbeques (A Uruguayan tradition)
• Fishing (Fresh, salt water, and deep sea.)
• Dancing (Dance until dawn – no “last call!”)
• Dining out (Uruguay boasts the BEST steaks in the world!)
• Entertainment (Great shows, including TANGO shows!)
• Sports (Polo, golf, tennis)

HOW TO GET THERE
Punta del Este is located in the in the east region of Uruguay in the state of Maldonado near the Capital Montevideo. The lodge/hotel is approximately 90 miles from Montevideo, the capital of this small country.

Most commonly, shooters traveling on international flights to Uruguay and Montevideo International Airport will be met by a Blackriver representative who will assist with gun clearance, if necessary, and who will transport the group to Punta del este Mantra Hotel. The drive is approximately 45 minutes via paved highway.

Other transfer options:
Private Charter from Buenos Aires: guests arriving into Buenos Aires may charter to the Punta del Este Airport (50-minute flight) located approximately 20 minutes from the Hotel.

Important: all charters need to be arranged time in advanced and cost may vary according to size group and fuel cost.

Location: Uruguay – Rocha
DUCK HUNTING & PERDIZ HUNTING

Season:

• Ducks – May – 15-September / Perdiz – May-July

Capacity: 12 hunters

Situated in the largest rice producing province of Uruguay, Wide Open Outfitters has the most exclusive duck and perdiz territories anywhere in the entire country. With secluded lagoons, ponds, fields, and pot-holes scattered across eastern Uruguay, the Portela Brothers ensure quality shooting opportunities during every outing.
Pato Diablo offers high volume morning duck hunting together with afternoon upland perdiz or afternoon duck hunts if desire.

Morning of duck hunting followed by afternoon duck or perdiz hunting, arranged as desired.

SHOOTING
Very few countries boast the variety of species that migrate through Uruguay, and the Portela Brothers provide the best opportunity to experience the challenge that each species presents. As our guest your travels will be rewarded with a mixed bag of waterfowl opportunities.

ACCOMODATIONS
This luxury hotel in Punta del Diablo has 10 large private rooms with privet bathrooms, ultra comfortable queen size beds, a spacious living area and bar, a fine dinning room with a fire place, and wireless internet, guests have only to rest and relax during their wing-shooting vacation.

Our onsite chef and wait staff will provide endless appetizers, gourmet meals, and full breakfasts during each day of your visit, while fine wine, beer, and premium liquor can all be enjoyed at will.

RATES
May – July (duck/perdiz) $880 per day – May – mid September (duck / duck) $1075 per day

COST INCLUDE: all meals and beverages, open bar, professional assistance at airport, hunting guides and bird boys, fields transportation, soft drinks and café at fields, all local taxes, 5 star accommodations, boot cleaning and gun cleaning twice a day, wi fi internet in all rooms and public areas, maid service, pool table & merchandising of Wide Open Outfitters available.

NOT INCLUDED: airfare, gratuities, items of personal nature, gun rental U$S 65, U$S 300 single passengers travelling before or after shooting party, U$S 100 each for groups less than 4 hunters to cover customs expenses, transfers from Montevideo or Bs As U$S 60 per way, open box of shells U$S 14 per 12 ga 20 ga and U$S 18 per box of 28 ga, 410 ga subject to availability request 6 month in advance, gun permits U$S 250 per hunter for total stay, single room per night U$S 150 (subject to availability), hotel accommodations in Montevideo/Bs As, City tours U$S 200 per day per hunter, Massage U$S 65 (45 minutes massage), checks fee 3% Notice we do not accept Credit Cards of Travelers Checks.

DEPOSIT AND CANCELLATION POLICY
A deposit of fifty percent (50%) of the total price will be required to confirm any package at any of the lodges operated by the company. This deposit must be made within twenty (20) days from the reservation date of the package. If the deposit is not made within the timeframe the reservation will be automatically cancelled. The balance due shall be paid at least sixty (60) days prior to the proposed arrival date to the lodges.

ACTIVITIES
Today, this fine estancia is the perfect place to learn the traditional Argentine game of polo, as tuition and matches can be arranged. There are two polo fields, which have a magnificent history of excellent polo players. Other activities include horseback riding, golf and boating on the lake. You may also take guided walks around the estancia, bird watching and farming outside the park’s boundaries. Buenos Aires city its located just 2 hours from the Estancia with 1 hour hydrofoil Buquebus for shopping and visit this Paris of South America.

HOW TO GET THERE
Pato Diablo Lodge is located in the in the east region of Uruguay in the state of Rocha near the Brazilian toiwn of Chuy. The lodge is approximately 215 miles from Montevideo, the capital of this small country.

Most commonly, shooters traveling on international flights to Uruguay and Montevideo International Airport will be met by a Pato Diablo Lodge representative who will assist with gun clearance, if necessary, and who will transport the group to Pato Diablo Lodge. The drive is approximately 3.5 hours through scenic rural Uruguay via paved highway.

Other transfer options:
Private Charter from Montevideo: guests arriving into Montevideo may charter to the Rocha Airport (30-minute flight) located approximately 45 minutes from the lodge.

Important: all charters need to be arranged time in advanced and cost may vary according to size group and fuel cost.

Location: Uruguay – Rio Negro
DUCK, DOVES, PIGEONS & PERDIZ HUNTING

Season:
• Perdiz over dogs – May-July / Ducks – May 15-September / Pigeons – May-September / Doves – Year around

Capacity: 12 hunters
Sitting atop a hill with sweeping views of the Uruguayan countryside and the famous Rio Negro pigeon roost, San Cirilo Lodge serves as the ultimate retreat for hunters.

San Cirilo offers all game birds in Uruguay, ducks, doves, pigeons and perdiz, from just one destination and the guarantee of a well know outfitter famous for attention to detail and quality The Portela Brothers.

SHOOTING
Afternoons include a volume dove shoot with famous high volume shooting in the roost, or just at the property 5 minutes from the estancia. Based on the rotation of population and weather, ducks or pigeons may be an option in the afternoon shooting.
Estancia San Cirilo offer five different species from the same lodge with extra 6th specie Dorado fishing if desire all basically 5 to 35 minutes from the Estancia.

ACCOMODATIONS
The lodge’s uniquely modern exterior can be deceiving; it functions beautifully as a hunting lodge. With six bedrooms and five bathrooms, the lodge can accommodate up to twelve hunters at a time. There is a grand living room and lounge, a separate dining area, a gun and tackle room and a popular outdoor fire pit with sitting area plus pool table and open bar. Guests of San Cirilo can expect traditional Uruguayan cuisine prepared by a professional chef, accompanied by fine regional wines. Internet access is fully available at the lodge, as is phone service and direct TV as well as A/C in all rooms.

RATES
May – September (duck/dove/pigeon/perdiz/dorado).

$975 per day

COST INCLUDE: all meals and beverages, open bar, professional assistance at airport, hunting guides and bird boys, fields transportation, soft drinks and café at fields, all local taxes, 5 star accommodations, boot cleaning and gun cleaning twice a day, wi fi internet in all rooms and public areas, maid service, pool table & merchandising of Wide Open Outfitters available.

NOT INCLUDED: airfare, gratuities, items of personal nature, gun rental U$S 65, U$S 300 single passengers travelling before or after shooting party, U$S 100 each for groups less than 4 hunters to cover customs expenses, transfers from Montevideo or Bs As U$S 60 per way, open box of shells U$S 14 per 12 ga 20 ga and U$S 18 per box of 28 ga, 410 ga subject to availability request 6 month in advance, gun permits U$S 250 per hunter for total stay, single room per night U$S 150 (subject to availability), hotel accommodations in Montevideo/ Bs As, City tours U$S 200 per day per hunter, Massage U$S 65 (45 minutes massage), checks fee 3% Notice we do not accept Credit Cards of Travelers Checks.

DEPOSIT AND CANCELATION POLICY
A deposit of fifty percent (50%) of the total price will be required to confirm any package at any of the lodges operated by the company. This deposit must be made within twenty (20) days from the reservation date of the package. If the deposit is not made within the timeframe the reservation will be automatically cancelled. The balance due shall be paid at least sixty (60) days prior to the proposed arrival date to the lodges.

ACTIVITIES
Today, this fine estancia is the perfect place to learn the traditional Argentine game of polo, as tuition and matches can be arranged. There are two polo fields, which have a magnificent history of excellent polo players. Other activities include horseback riding, golf and boating on the lake. You may also take guided walks around the estancia, bird watching and farming outside the park’s boundaries. Buenos Aires city it’s located just 2 hours from the Estancia with 1 hour hydrofoil Buquebus for shopping and visits this Paris of South America.

HOW TO GET THERE
Estancia San Cirilo is located in the in the northwest region of Uruguay in the state of Rio Negro near the river town of Paysandú. The lodge is approximately 215 miles from Montevideo, the capital of this small country.
Most commonly, shooters traveling on international flights to Uruguay and Montevideo International Airport will be met by a San Cirilo Lodge representative who will assist with gun clearance, if necessary, and who will transport the group to San Cirilo Lodge. The drive is approximately 3.5 hours through scenic rural Uruguay via paved highway.

Other transfer options:
1. Private Charter from Montevideo: guests arriving into Montevideo may charter to the Paysandú Airport (40-minute flight) located approximately 30 minutes from the lodge.

2. Private Charter from Buenos Aires: charters are also available directly to Uruguay from Buenos Aires Argentina Capital. Charters may go directly to Paysandú Airport which is an international airport and offers customs on-site (45 minutes).
Important: all charters need to be arranged time in advanced and cost may vary according to size group and fuel cost.

3. Van Transfers from Buenos Aires, Argentina and even Carmelo, Uruguay: guests of Wide Open Outfitters may transfer by van from Buenos Aires which is approximately 4.5 hours on paved highway or Carmelo 1.5 hour from the Estancia after 2 hours hydrofoil from El Tigre Argentina.

DOVE HUNTING AND DORADO FISHING AVAILABLE FROM SEPTEMBER TO APRIL

• call for prices /Day low season (September 15 – December 10)
• call for prices / Day high season (December 10 – March 15)
• Shells: USD 12.50 / box – 20 ga
• USD 200 permits and gun rental
*morning or afternoon of Dorado fishing extra USD 300

All inclusive: all meals and beverages, open bar, professional assistance at airport, hunting guides and bird boys, fields transportation, soft drinks and café at fields, all local taxes, 5 star accommodations, wi/fi internet in all rooms and public areas, maid service, pool table & merchandising of Wide Open Outfitters available.

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Less than two hours by van from the Texas border, but a world away. This convenient, comfortable getaway is perfectly situated near the largest white-winged dove nesting area in the world and in the middle of thousands of acres of sorghum, corn and sunflower fields. Known as the breadbasket of Mexico, this area in the state of Tamaulipas, is ideal habitat for white-winged and mourning dove, and for huge coveys of wild bobwhite quail — minutes from the lodge.

A few miles away, along the Mexican gulf coast, waterfowling is spectacular! The large North American flyways converge here in this coastal region which contains large freshwater “pans” as well as shallow saltwater bays. The variety of waterfowl is phenomenal. Imagine a combination shoot of quail or duck in the morning, and dove or quail in the afternoon!

It’s time to call Wide Open Outfitters.

Don’t delay – this lodge is booking fast! 877-443-4868