Water Buffalo Hunting
Argentina

Q: Is it safe to hunt Water Buffalo due to their size?

Water Buffalos are not as aggressive as some other large mammals, but when cornered or wounded they can easily turn against a hunter. Water Buffalo can weigh up to 2,200 pounds so it is best to use the spot and stalk hunting method. This puts you within a safe shooting distance, but also decreases the chances of the Water Buffalo seeing you before your shots are taken.

Q: Why hunt Water Buffalo?

Water Buffalo make for a very unique and exciting hunt. You can enhance your Water Buffalo hunting experience by hunting on horseback. Hunting water buffalo on horseback is a once in a lifetime experience that will allow you to make the most of this very exciting up close and personal hunt.

Q: When is the Water Buffalo hunting season?

Water Buffalo can be hunted alongside many other big game species from March to November. This is a long season that lasts for most of the year.

Water Buffalo Hunting Adventures in Argentina!

Join South American Adventure Safari for an exhilarating Water Buffalo hunting experience in Argentina's captivating wilderness. Our expert guides will lead you through diverse terrains, ensuring an exciting and successful hunt. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Argentina's landscapes and create lasting memories on your Water Buffalo hunting expedition.

PACKAGES FEATURING THE WATER BUFFALO

Custom Tailored Big Game & Bird Hunting Programs - Argentina

Season: March – July

6 Nigths and 5 Hunting Days
One free range Red Stag trophy (no limit on score)
Full board lodging – Open Bar
One-on-one guiding

INFO AND PRICING

WATER BUFFALO FAQ's

What do Water Buffalo look like? Is it safe to hunt Water Buffalo due to their size? Why hunt Water Buffalo? When is the Water Buffalo hunting season?

What do Water Buffalo look like?

There are two types of Water Buffalo: River Buffalo and Swamp Buffalo. River Buffaloes have longer faces and bigger limbs. Swamp Buffalos are bigger bodied and stocky with short bodies. The skin color of Water Buffalo varies. Many have black skin, similar to a polar bear however some may have dark, slate-colored skin. Water Buffalos, on rare occasions, have been to known to be albino. Water Buffalo also have massive horns that range from 24 to 32 inches long. Water Buffalo have the largest horns of any living animal. Read The History of Water Buffalo Hunting in Argentina

Is it safe to hunt Water Buffalo due to their size?

Why hunt Water Buffalo?

When is the Water Buffalo hunting season?

About the Water Buffalo

Water Buffalo can be identified by their

They are dark grey to black
White legs up to the knees
Thin face with small ears
Two tightly curled horns

Making use of the Water Buffalo

200-400 pounds of usable meat
Hide ~60 sq ft
Horns for knife handles or ornaments
Taxidermy Trophy

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Water Buffalo shot placement

When hunting Water Buffalo, the ideal shot placement is in the chest area, just behind the shoulder. This shot placement targets the vital organs and ensures a quick and humane kill. For larger, mature Water Buffalo, a shot placed slightly higher in the neck area can also be effective. An appropriate range to hunt Water Buffalo is between 50-150 yards, depending on the terrain and your shooting ability.

The Water Buffalo in Argentina

~10,000-15,000 water buffalo in Argentina
Best time to hunt is March to December
Primarily found in Northern Argentina
Water Buffalo have a lifespan of ~20 years

The History of WATER BUFFALO Hunting in Argentina

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THE WATER BUFFALO PHOTO GALLERY

March 2022 El Carrizal, La Pampa hunting gallery

March 2022 El Carrizal, La Pampa hunting gallery (1)

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Guns & Ammunition

As to plains game, we suggest riffles such as 7 mm RM or 300 WM caliber, fitted with a good scope. For water buffalo we recommend 375 HH caliber or bigger. For birdshooting 20 Ga. semi-automatic models are specially recommended. South American Adventure Safaris will provide premium quality ammunitions in 12 or 20 Ga. For 16, 28 and 410 calibers, please, order them in advance.

Munitions and cartridges will have to be dispatched in a hard box by separate as a registered baggage.

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THE LOCATIONS

La Pampa, PE

6:20 pm, April 27, 2025

51°F

overcast clouds

56 %

1017 mb

6 mph

Wind Gust: 4 mph

Visibility: 10 km

Sunrise: 6:03 am

Sunset: 5:39 pm

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