On a typical full day of dove shooting, hunters can expect to shoot more than 1,000 shells. With fast-paced action and thousands of doves in the air, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to keep your gun working.

Five spacious double rooms, each with a private bathroom and walk-in closet, with very comfortable extra-large beds.

The Dove & Pigeon hunt means you may hunt dove-only spots, pigeon-only spots, or areas where both species are present. It all depends on the previous day’s scouting. Typically, your hunting time is divided equally between the two species throughout your stay, whether the birds are mixed together or found in separate areas.

This is the difference in between shooting and hunting! Dove shooting is about nonstop action and high-volume shooting, with birds flying continuously throughout the day. Pigeon hunting is about reading the birds, choosing your shots, and meeting a more challenging target. With passing shots, feedlots, and English-style shooting over decoys, every pigeon hunt offers a different kind of challenge.

Yes. Doves fly all day long from the roost to the crop fields. Hunters can expect to shoot easily 1000 shells per day or more, of course it depends on each hunter.

Argentina – Citizens of the United States, Canada, Australia, The United Kingdom, South Africa, New Zealand and other Western European nations, do not require a visa for tourist trips of up to 90 days to Argentina, however they must travel with a valid passport from their country of residence. Those carrying passports from other nations should check with their local consulates for specific regulations.

Yes, it is.

At many lodges, one species is offered as a complement to the other. Usually, it means good dove shooting with some pigeon hunting on the side. At South Pioneers, both doves and pigeons are present in large numbers, allowing you to experience each as a true hunting opportunity in its own right. Our dove shooting can offer easily more than 1,000 shells per hunter/day. Our pigeon hunting is particularly consistent, with strong bird numbers throughout the season and three different ways to hunt them - from passing birds and feedlots to English-style hunting over decoys.

Yes, pigeon hunting is consistent throughout the season. For over 20 years, we have carefully managed hunting pressure in the area, ensuring excellent pigeon hunting today and for years to come.

No, doves fly actively all along the season.

Yes, you can book your flights by your own or we can assist you through our booking agency partner with flights, hotels, etc.

Yes, non-hunters are very welcome. The lodge is surrounded by nature, with scenic trails to explore, and we can arrange in advance visits to nearby traditional towns, from historic mining villages to local artisan communities.

A 20-gauge shotgun is an excellent choice for both species. Its light weight and easy handling make it ideal for the volume of shooting involved, while still providing plenty of performance for challenging pigeon shots.

South Pioneers combines lower hunting pressure, consistent pigeon hunting, and a variety of challenging hunting styles in one destination. Compared with other pigeon hunting destinations, an added advantage is our modern and comfortable lodge, exceptional food, and warm hospitality. Together, they create a pigeon hunting experience that is truly different.

Yes, you can add a day of pigeon hunt or choose our dove and pigeon hunt which is a half and half hunt over both species.

Please let us know your departure airport and we'll assist you with the best options for travel logistics.

The lodge is about a 3.5-hour drive from Mendoza Airport.

Yes, they behave quite differently. Doves tend to have more predictable flight patterns, with steady movement throughout the day. Pigeons are more unpredictable, often changing their behavior as the day progresses. They are also more wary birds, requiring the hunter to combine patience, strategy, and a bit of cunning to consistently bring them into range.

Yes. South Pioneers is a destination for serious pigeon hunters, and we regularly host groups coming exclusively for pigeon hunting. During your stay, our experienced team of guides scouts specifically for pigeons, identifying the best shooting opportunities and ensuring a consistent hunt throughout your stay.

There no specific peak season to hunt. Is plenty of both doves and pigeons from April to the end of August.

Because is harvest season in northern San Luis, when doves and pigeons are drawn to the abundance of peanuts, corn, soybeans and sorghum left in the fields after harvest.

In northern San Luis the weather is mostly sunny, dry and very pleasant with little to no rain along the season.

Yes. You can add a day of dove shooting to your pigeon hunt, or choose our combined dove and pigeon experience, with half the hunt dedicated to each species.

There is no real peak season. From early April through the end of August, doves and pigeons concentrate by the millions in northern San Luis, attracted by the harvest of peanuts, corn, soybeans, and sorghum. This steady supply of food keeps both species in the area throughout the season.

The lodge host up to 10 hunters in five very comfortable double rooms with private bathroom and wlak in closet. This ensures an intimate atmosphere to enjoy the experience with hunting companions or your family.

Yes. We have a wide variety of dove hunting fields, and our daily scouting allows us to select the best available flyway each day. This means you’ll always be hunting where the birds are flying best, rather than simply returning to the same field day after day.

It depends on the hunt of your choice. For dove shooting easily more than 1000 shells. For pigeon hunting in between 350 to 500 it depending on the skill level and preference.

Most pigeon hunts involve between 380 and 500 shells, depending on the day and the hunter. Many hunters find similarities to duck hunting, when shooting over decoys, but pigeons offer far more opportunities for shots. The combination of challenging targets and plenty of shooting makes pigeon hunting a truly unique experience.

The hunt is normally divided equally between doves and pigeons, but it can be tailored to your preferences. If you let us know in advance how many days you would like to hunt to each species, our guides will scout accordingly and guide you to the best hunting fields for each species.

Our fields are located in between 20 to 50 minutes drive from the lodge, mostly by paved roads.

Because the birds keep flying, the shooting stays challenging, and no two hunts are exactly the same. After more than 20 years in the field, we know how to manage hunting pressure, read the birds, and put hunters in the right place at the right time. That consistency is what keeps many of our guests coming back year after year.

At the lodge there is cell phone and WI FI connection.

Pigeons usually arrive at the fields around 9 a.m., allowing you to wake up around 7, enjoy a hearty breakfast, and head out to the field well rested and ready to hunt.

Our hunting fields are between 20 and 50 minutes from the lodge. Most of the drive is on paved roads, making for a comfortable and straightforward journey to the field.

It's allowed to bring up to 3 guns per person or 1 gun with 3 extra barrels.

Yes. Our pigeon hunting fields are about a 2.5-hour drive from Mendoza Airport. With morning arrival and late-afternoon departure flights, you can hunt on both your arrival and departure days, making the most of your time in Argentina.

Yes. Lunch is served in the field, where we set up a comfortable camp with a spacious tent, seating areas, and cots for a relaxing siesta after lunch. A traditional Argentine barbecue is prepared over a wood fire, bringing authentic Argentine flavors to the middle of the hunt.

No previous pigeon hunting experience is required. Trust your instincts as a wingshooter, and our experienced guides will provide the tips and guidance you need at the blind. From there, it’s simply about enjoying the hunt. Many dove shooters who try pigeon hunting find it quickly becomes their favorite hunt.

We don't carry dedicated left-handed guns, but we can adapt a left-handed stock if necessary. Please let us know in advance so we can prepare accordingly.

Travelling with guns, what happens you need to make sure to tell your airline your final destination is Argentina. It is important to reconfirm with the airline that your guns are in transit through those countries.

The lodge can accommodate up to 10 hunters in five spacious rooms.