Cerro Indio, Buenos Aires

General Information: Cerro Indio Safaris maintains operations in different provinces and districts in Argentina but the most popular destination is “Acelain”, the immense family owned Estancia at Tandil, run today by Gonzalo Llambi and founded in 1902 by his great grandfather.  A proof of the amazing experiences that hunters and guests take with them when leaving Acelain is its inclusion in Patricia Schultz’ best seller “1000 Places to See Before You Die”. Please note that this Lodge also offers Stalking and Big Game shooting for species such as Red Deer, Fallow Deer, Axis Deer, Brown Brocket Deer, Puma, Water Buffalo, Wild Boar, Mouflon and many other species (Take me there..) The Shooting: Argentina is worldwide known for the quality of its wing-shooting and Cerro Indio goes one step further with its top class operation.   For duck, pigeon & partridge shooting, Cerro Indio offers the finest wetlands & plains of the Province of Buenos Aires, at Tandil.  Dove, in huge volumes, are found in the finest areas of the Province of Santiago del Estero. The duck species are: Rosy-Billed Pochard; White Faced Paintail; White Faced Tree Duck; Brown Tree Duck; Shoveler; Southern Widgeon; Cinnamon Teal.  Programme:   Day 1 Arrival at Buenos Aires (Ezeiza International Airport); Reception by a representative of Cerro Indio Safaris who will assist you through gun control and customs; Transfer to domestic commercial or charter flights; alternatively, Ground transfer to the hunting area (4 hours to Tandil); Arrival at the lodge, lunch, time to rest and equipment preparation.  Dinner. Day 2 - 5 Very early, pre-dawn breakfast followed by duck shooting at sunrise until about 10/11 am; Return to the Lodge for lunch and siesta; Afternoon shooting for dove & pigeon; On your return to the Lodge you will be greeted with a drink and will have time to freshen up before taking dinner. Day 6 Breakfast and early morning duck shooting. Lunch and transfer back to the International Airport of Ezeiza or to the City of Buenos Aires. Season: The duck shooting season at Cerro Indio is mid-April to mid-August

Accommodation: Estancia Acelain at Tandil gives visitors the chance to glimpse the opulent seigniorial lifestyle of the great cattle and grain barons whose manor homes still dot the countryside.  Set in 16th century southern Spain, the origins of the estancia’s imaginative décor, architecture and landscaping are described in the literary masterpiece, The Glory of Don Ramiro, a book written by the present owner’s great-grandfather.  A prodigious collection of Spanish furniture dating from the 11th to 17th centuries still graces the estancia. Other Activities: From Acelain a number of other activities are available, such as horseback riding, exploring the 12,000 hectare Acelain estate, guided visits to the city of Tandil, Pejerrey fishing (kingfish), as well as enjoying typical ‘asados’, shopping for local handicrafts and watching gaucho folk dancing. Rates: Please apply for Rates, Inclusions and Extras. Conditions: A deposit of 50% confirms a reservation.  The balance is payable 60 days before commencement of the programme.