More than just a destination, El Durazno is an experience that challenges your skills, stirs your soul, and reconnects you with the essence of true hunting. Let’s explore what makes this place so unique—and why seasoned hunters are making the trip year after year.
What does “True Free Range” really mean?
This is not a game ranch. This is wilderness.
The terrain offers everything: vast pampas, dense caldén forests for cover, and 15 natural lagoons scattered throughout the property. It’s a challenging, fair-chase environment where animals live by their instincts—and your success depends on yours.
The thrill of the stalk: red stag and water buffalo
Prefer something bigger? El Durazno is also home to over 600 free-roaming water buffalo—a thrilling challenge for any experienced hunter. These giants require larger calibers like .375 H&H or .300, and average shots are a bit closer, around 50–100 meters.
Other species available include blackbuck antelope, European wild boar, and even puma for the most daring.
Life at the lodge: comfort after the challenge
And with a private airstrip on the estate, it’s possible to arrive directly from Buenos Aires by charter flight, saving precious travel time and maximizing your stay.
What to expect on a typical day
Early wake-up: About an hour before departure, enough time for breakfast and prep.
Morning hunt: Depart around 6–6:30 AM. Drive to the area, then stalk on foot.
Midday break: Return to the lodge for lunch and rest.
Evening hunt: Head out again around 5 PM until sunset.
It’s a full, immersive schedule—one that gets you deeply in sync with the land.
Preparing for the field: pro tips
Pack layers: March and April can have warm days and cool nights.
Stick with cotton: A local dry flower (roseta) can stick to synthetic fabrics.
Bring essentials: Sunglasses, bug spray, sunscreen, and binoculars.
Paco Riestra’s team helps you with all logistics, including gun permits and pre-trip preparation.
Why hunters from the South U.S. love El Durazno
- The scale and authenticity of the experience.
- The one-on-one guiding, especially for bowhunters.
- The ethical, fair-chase philosophy.
- The chance to combine big game and dove hunting in one trip.
Ready to hunt in one of the most epic free-range landscapes on Earth?
Plan your next big game adventure with Paco Riestra at El Durazno.
Contact us today to reserve your spot for the upcoming season.
