Andes Lodge - 7500 Acres in the Heart of the Andes 2500m High, in the Northwest of Medoza City, Argentina

This Lodge is ideal for families and groups of friends who want to have the Best Hunting Experience mixed with a desire for comfort and service in a private atmosphere.

It's located at the foothills of our Mountain Range, at the bank of a thaw River. It constitutes one of the most exclusive private places for Red Stag in Argentina, 7500 acres that will make you unplug and rediscover nature, finding the peace you are looking for.

ACCOMMODATION

Andes Lodge has two main houses, each of them has three suite double rooms, all different one to the other.

All six suite rooms are tastefully furnished with traditional Argentinian artworks and local fabrics which are combined with a typical Argentinean style: colorful ponchos, fringe throws, leather handcraft ornaments, spurs, and riding crops give a personal seal to this friendly place. This is just what you need after a day spent outdoors: a cozy and harmonious atmosphere, with spectacular views of the mountains and river.

Characteristics of the lodge:

• 6 Hunters max based on Double Accommodation

• Fully and Professional Guiding Service (2x1)

• Private bathrooms in each bedroom

• Delicatessen cuisine

• Variety of wines

• A complete private open-bar, and the most exclusive alcohol brands for sale as an option.

• Wi-Fi Internet access

• Massage service

**Single Room at extra cost (upon availability)

THE HUNTING

Red Stag (Cervus Elaphus) was introduced into Argentina more than a hundred years ago. The first specimens were brought to the province of La Pampa, and then subsequent imports introduced this magnificent animal into the southern part of the country: Patagonia.

Hunting red deer in Argentina is a truly unique experience, particularly in the region of Patagonia, which is characterized by its wide and big ranges. The stags can be spotted from a long distance. The rutting season usually lasts more than 60 days, providing ample chances to harvest a very nice trophy.

The most common approach is stalking. While stalking, a hunter will approach his or her prey with stealth in order to get into the range with their particular weapon and ensure a clean hit.

The red deer is the fourth-largest deer species behind moose, elk, and sambar deer.

Generally, the male (stag or hart) red deer is typically 175 to 250 cm (69 to 98 in) long and weighs 160 to 240 kg (350 to 530 lb); the female is 160 to 210 cm (63 to 83 in) long and weighs 120 to 170 kg (260 to 370 lb). The tail adds another 12 to 19 cm (4.7 to 7.5 in) and shoulder height is about 95 to 130 cm (37 to 51 in).

METHOD

There are five common methods of hunting.

The first method is stand hunting. This is generally the most common method, depending on the terrain. Stand hunting is commonly done in an elevated tree stand, but it can be done in a blind on the ground. Tree stands are usually placed 8 to 30 feet above the ground. The stands are made of metal or wood. Stands are often placed at the edge of fields of crops such as corn, wheat, buckwheat, alfalfa, clover, soybeans, cotton, and many others. Often, hunters plant crops in strategic locations solely for the purpose of attracting deer. This is known as a food plot. Stands are also placed in the woods on the edge of trails the deer travels on. Some states allow the bait to be placed near these stands to attract the deer. This is different from planting a crop. The most common bait is corn.

The second method is commonly known as still-hunting: walking along through the woods or along the edge of a field and looking for a deer. The hunter often stops and waits for a few minutes, then moves on and repeats this cycle.

The third method is a deer drive, which consists of flushing deer toward a line of hunters. Hunters form a line and walk through the fields or the brush towards another line, hoping for a shot or driving the deer toward the other line of hunters. Hunters in the second line may be in tree stands or on the ground. Hunters in lines are a hundred yards to one hundred and fifty yards apart.

The fourth method is known as spot and stalks hunting, which consists of spotting and then stalking in close enough to shoot the deer. Spot and stalk hunting is generally a method of hunting used in places where there are large visible areas, such as mountainous terrain or rolling hills.

The fifth method is known as dog hunting. This method uses dogs to chase the deer. One group of hunters posts in stands or blinds, while another group of hunters runs dogs through the designated area to drive deer to the stands. Because the deer are very likely to be running (from the dogs) when they cross near a stand, hunters are ready to shoot.

Price is per person for a 5-Night Trip based on double occupancy. Single Rooms for an additional fee based on availability. Trophy fee additional.