Modern duck hunts, with a nod to tradition

Welcome to El Tobar Camp, where the art of traditional duck hunting is reborn in its purest form. Nestled along the shores of El Frontal dam in Tucumán province, Argentina, this shelter transports you to a time of hunting authenticity. The main attraction of El Tobar is that it enables guests to hunt entirely within our property limits, allowing us to manage our resources carefully.

Our barn-like lodge evokes the sport’s timeless spirit, and every aspect of your experience, from the hunt to our accommodations, echoes the legacy of traditional duck hunting. As dawn and dusk mark your days, you’ll find solace in both relaxation and the thrill of the hunt.

El Tobar Camp not only promises remarkable hunting but also ensures your privacy. Tailored for small parties of up to six, our exclusive lodge becomes your private haven. While you cherish each moment of the hunt, you’ll also embrace the genuine ambiance of a hunting lodge that feels like a true home.

THE HUNTING

The hunting program takes place mostly along the shores of El Frontal dam, nestled on the border between Tucumán and Santiago del Estero provinces. This reservoir spans over 125,000 hectares and is nourished by four rivers (Salí, Gastona, Medina, and Marapa) that originate in Tucumán’s hills. When these rivers overflow, they create diverse wetlands and streams where our hunts unfold.

This strategic location allows us to enjoy year-round access to water, ensuring a consistent native wild duck population, and allowing us to regulate harvest and pressure for optimal hunting. We combine natural lagoons with artificial ponds, allowing us to hunt only moments from the lodge, while expertly managing resources.

The focus of our program is to provide an exceptional, traditional, duck hunting experience. You will be hunting morning and afternoon sessions, in a variety of locations, throughout your visit. Blinds are well placed and scouted, providing the best possible opportunities for a number of South American duck species. Depending upon location, hunters will be placed in double dry blinds, or large dry, sunken “buckets” which are basically individual pit blinds, or on platform-pallet blinds.

You will hunt well-maintained, species-specific, decoy sets, and motion decoys. Your guide will be close by, offering bird identification help, calling, and any support you require during your hunt.