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Uruguay, or the Oriental Republic of Uruguay, is a small country in South America with Argentina to the west and Brazil to the northeast. Uruguay is a country that is made up of farmland and ranches with some rolling hills, moderate climate and a pace that anyone can get used to.
Uruguay is a peaceful, safe country with white sandy beaches and lots of places for Uruguay dove hunting and duck hunting that will amaze the most distinct bird hunter. The fastest pace you will see in Uruguay will be the dove hunter reloading the shotgun after the thousands of doves appear in the Uruguay sky everyday.
Uruguay dove hunting has not gotten much press until now. Los Gauchos is proud to share this dove hunting dream with the world of wingshooters and since the US and Europe has its fair share of wingshooters, Los Gauchos maintains several Uruguay dove hunting destinations.
Many of our dove hunters ask about references and tourist books on Uruguay. We hope to provide some information about Uruguay and Los Gauchos is ready to provide as many details or assistance one needs to plan and book a Uruguay dove hunting trip. Search google for information about Uruguay or Uruguay duck hunting, pigeon hunting, Perdiz hunting or Uruguay dorado fishing.
Here are some common questions asked about Uruguay and the Uruguay dove hunting.
FORMS for the Uruguay Dove Hunting Trip
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How do I get to Uruguay?
Flights into Uruguay arrive into Montevideo, the capital of Uruguay. MVD is the airport code for the International Airport in Montevideo. Currently, American Airlines is the only airlines that provides a direct flight from Miami to Montevideo. The flight departs at 11 PM in the evening, making it covenient for travelers to get to Miami International before flying non-stop to Montevideo. Contact our office for flight information or assistance with making flight reservations to Uruguay.
You can also fly into Buenos Aires, and take the luxury boat to Colonia, Uruguay. A true sight to see and while you will see the large European influence, the pedistrian friendly town of Colonia is a treat and taking a quick 50 minute luxury boat ride with comfortable seats, wifi, food/drinks, shopping, the Buenos Aires - Colonia route is one that Los Gauchos dove hunters take advantage of more and more.
Uruguay Dove Hunting includes-how many days?
Uruguay dove hunting trips are typically 3 days in length, spread out over 4 days and 3 nights. Los Gauchos arranges for guests to arrive at 9 AM into Montevideo or Colonia and shoot in the afternoon. The next 2 days are high volume dove hunting and Uruguay Perdiz or pigeon hunting and the last morning spent dove hunting, pigeon hunting (over decoys) before departing Uruguay. During the Uruguay duck hunting season and Uruguay Perdiz hunting season, many opt to hunt 4 days, which allows you to experience the complete Uruguay mixed bag shoot.
Should I allow for an extra day to tour Montevideo? What are the highlights of Uruguay?
Uruguay is one of the most democratic countries in South America. Uruguay has low corruption and the fairest wealth distribution of the South American countries. The political structure of Uruugay is made up of a republican system and with tourism as one of the main sources of income, Uruguay enjoys having tourists visit their country. Montevideo is the capital of Uruguay ahd holds half the country's population (1.5 million people). The ancestory of Uruugay is European and our Uruguay dove hunting lodges in Colonia will seem like you are in Switzerland. A definite highlight of Uruguay is the coastline. Punta del Este is ranked as one of the best resort towns in the world. Many five star hotels and celebrity summer condos are found in Punta del Este as well as some aweome Uruugay hunting destinations. Uruguay dove hunting and pigeon hunting can be found near Punta del Este, reserve this trip early as summer is popular in Punta del Este.
Not to be outdone by neighbor Argentina and Chile, the wines and vineyards of Uruguay are a treat to visit and the wines are a treat to taste. Uruguay wine is very difficult to find outside of the country; however, the quality is supreme and many regard it as the best in the world. Los Gauchos is happy to work with your travel needs and tours of the various vineyards can be arranged before, during, or after your Uruguay dove hunting trip. The "Cisplatina" agency provides excursions to the six best known vienyards in Uruguay and tastings, tours, and buffets of cheeses and cold meats are part of this official Urugay wine tour. Contact our office for the rates of extra tours and sightseeing in Uruguay.
Will I see Gauchos? What is a Gaucho?
Gauchos have a long history in Argentina and Uruguay and of course Los Gauchos was designed and developed after the history of these hardworking, valuable cowboys. Gauchos are alive and well in Uruguay today and you will see them on horseback and berets herding sheep and cattle. The gauchos was once and still is the master of the land. Los Gauchos is by far the master of Uruguay hunting, whether it be Uruguay dove hunting, duck hunting, Perdiz hunting, or pigeon hunting. We stand by our name and the hard work and outstanding hunting in Uruguay is the result. Just like the Uruguay gaucho, Los Gauchos has been doing this for several years and continues to maintain its title of master of Uruguay hunting.
Where is Colonia? Is the Uruguay Dove Hunting good in Colonia?
Colonia is a historic town located just across the Rio Plate from Buenos Aires and has some of the best dove hunting in Uruguay. This small town is the only city of Portuguese origin. Easy to access from Buenos Aires by ferry (50 minute) and worth the visit. Uruguay dove hunting and Uruguay Perdiz hunting is amazing in Colonia and the European influence in Colonia have created a unique town and wonderful place to visit.
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Can I bring my shotguns into Uruguay? What is the process for entering Uruguay with guns?
You may bring guns into Uruguay and Los Gauchos is happy to assist with forms and questions about traveling with shotguns. First, make sure you have a TSA approved gun case and lock to travel with your guns. If flying into Montevideo (MVD) you will be met at the airport and your license will be issued upon arrival. All forms are processed before you arrive and Los Gauchos requests Uruguay gun forms to be submitted 45 days prior to departure. See our link about the Uruguay gun form for help completing the form and submitting for an efficient and easy clearing process in Uruguay. If you are dove hunting in Colonia, Uruguay and will be arriving and departing from Buenos Aires, Argentina--you will need 2 licenses and have to pay 2 fees.
Please contact our office for assistance with entering Argentina with shotguns and traveling to Uruguay with shotguns via the ferry.
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How many shells can I expect to shoot during a Uruguay dove hunt?
The typical number of shells one will shoot during a Uruguay dove hunt is a case to a case and a half per dove hunt. If the group decides to take on the Uruguay doves all day, then expect to go through about 3 cases if not more during a day of Uruguay dove hunting. Shells can be paid (and miles or points can be earned..) by paying for shells with a credit card. Please though check with Los Gauchos as this does NOT apply at all of the dove hunting locations.
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