Hunting in Argentina: why so many hunters return to Paco Riestra year after year

Bob Bell from Alaska and Juan Zabía from Madrid live in different hemispheres, but their paths converge in the same field—again and again. With more than 20 visits each to Paco Riestra, these seasoned hunters are not just repeat clients. They’re part of the family. And they’re not alone.

What makes a hunter return to the same lodge, halfway across the world, time after time?

The answer lies in the kind of experience that transcends the sport itself.

It begins with the hunt, but it doesn’t end there

Argentina is a world-renowned destination for bird hunting, offering unmatched skies filled with doves, ducks, and perdiz. But while the abundance of game may be what first draws international hunters to our country, it’s not the only reason they stay—or come back.

At Paco Riestra, hunting is elevated to an art. Our fields are vast and rich, but it’s our guides who make the difference. Each outing is carefully planned based on the day’s weather, migration patterns, and the hunter’s preferences. You’re not just shooting—you’re learning, improving, and savoring every moment with expert guidance at your side.

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A lodge that remembers you, and what you need

Our returning guests often say, “You don’t have to explain anything here. They already know.”

That’s because at Paco Riestra, hospitality is personal. We remember your favorite gun, your post-hunt drink of choice, your preferred stand at sunrise. We know when you like to rise, and how you like to relax. From airport pickup to the moment you leave, your trip is seamlessly tailored—not just for convenience, but for connection.

This isn’t a lodge where you’re just another hunter. It’s a place where you’re remembered, welcomed, and genuinely missed when you’re gone.

The soul of the lodge: comfort, camaraderie, and tradition

What happens after the hunt is just as important as what happens in the field.

Our lodge offers much more than a soft bed and a hot shower—though you’ll find both. Want to go over the day’s highlights with your group? Our comfortable meeting rooms and lounges offer the perfect setting.

And when night falls, a different kind of magic begins: fires crackling, fine Malbec poured, the grill sizzling with prime Argentine beef. These aren’t just dinners. They’re celebrations. Rituals. Stories retold, laughs shared, friendships deepened.

Why hunters choose to return

Hunters like Bob and Juan don’t come back just because the hunting is good. They return because they’ve found something rare: a place that combines world-class shooting with genuine human connection. A place where luxury doesn’t mean formality, but rather attention to detail. Where you’re not a guest—you’re part of a tradition.

At Paco Riestra, we don’t promise extraordinary. We deliver it, consistently, with heart.

Isn’t it time you found your hunting home in Argentina?

If you’ve been searching for more than just a trip, if you want a hunting experience that feels like home, that remembers your name and welcomes you back with open arms, Paco Riestra is waiting.

Come once, and you’ll understand. Come twice, and you’ll never want to stop.

DOVE

Argentina is the best place on earth to go Dove Hunting.

PIGEON

Pigeon hunting has become one of the preferred species for our customers.

DUCK

Argentina is a privileged country for the number and diversity of ducks.

BIG GAME

Located in the province of San Luis and operated exclusively by “Paco Riestra”

It begins with the hunt, but it doesn’t end there

A lodge that remembers you, and what you need