Mayan jungle safari

 
 

Ocellated Turkey and more in the Yucatan

For the die hard turkey hunter, there is no more sought after quarry, than the beautiful, Ocellated Turkey.

These gregarious birds inhabit the tropical jungles of Central America, and while they are one of the 6 subspecies of wild turkey, they are very special, and very different from all others.

Known for their unique “song and dance”, these birds never fail to put on a show.

For many years, the locals would spot and stalk these birds, often shooting them from trees. Today, they are hunted very much like other turkey species. Finding birds on roost, calling and decoying, setting up in strutting and travel zones, will all be utilize during your hunt.

 

The Hunt

From your pickup in Merida until the time you depart, all your needs will be taken care of.

From wonderfully prepared meals, accommodations and service, down to advice and assistance on taxidermy and trophy care.

All traveling expenses are covered from Merida and are included in the price of the hunt.

During our hunt we will utilize calling, decoys, spot & stalking, blinds and more, depending upon where the birds are found during scouting and throughout the day.

Accommodations will be Jungle Tent Camps with the added luxury of Air Conditioning. Tents are shared, 2 to 4 hunters per tent with single beds, nightstands and gear storage.

Shower facilities are also tented, as well dining and relaxation areas.

This hunt also offers opportunities to hunt Brocket Deer, Great Currasow, Crested Guan and more, with applicable additional trophies fees.

 

Pricing & Fees

5 day/6 night hunts starting at $4,250.00

INCLUDED IN YOUR HUNT

  • 5 days of guided hunting

  • Roundtrip airport transfers from Merida

  • Lodging in safari style wall tents, each tent is carpeted, air conditioned

  • Ecological bathrooms & showers

  • Camp Manager

  • Chef & waiters

  • 1 Local guide per hunter

  • All transportation while hunting

  • All meals including box lunches during hunts if needed

  • Purified water, regional refreshing drinks, soda, Gatorade and beer

  • Shotgun and ammo rental

  • Trophy preparation

  • Hunting license & 1 Turkey tag

NOT INCLUDED IN YOUR HUNT

  • CITES Export Permit: $400.00

  • Gratuities for Guides, Camp Staff & Host

  • Additional trophies taken

  • Taxidermy Fees (dip & pack)

  • Customs and Shipping of Trophies

  • Regular hunting equipment

  • Additional hotel fees in Merida

  • Air fare

Hunt Information

SEASON DATES: Late February through early May

ACCOMMODATION: Thatch roofed cottages

NEAREST AIRPORT: Merida International - Manuel Crescencio Rejón International Airport (MID)

DRIVING DISTANCE FROM MAJOR CITIES: Merida to Camp 3.5 hours

TRANSPORTATION: Included

APPROXIMATE LICENSE COST: Included for 1 trophy turkey