Montefeltro specializes in organizing unique hunting experiences, designed not only for hunting enthusiasts but also for companies seeking to offer their teams, partners, or clients an exclusive and unforgettable incentive program.
Our offerings combine the allure of hunting with the elegance and comfort of exceptional locations, creating perfect opportunities to strengthen professional relationships, reward employees, or build client loyalty. With years of experience and a network of top-tier hunting reserves in Italy and abroad, we can customize every activity to meet the specific needs of each company.
Montefeltro provides not only flawless hunting outings but also a complete journey that blends nature, adventure, hunting traditions, and luxurious hospitality. Every incentive program is crafted to become a unique experience that inspires, motivates, and leaves a lasting impression.
HUNTING ABROAD
Isle of Bute
An authentic hunting experience in Scotland
Nestled in the calm waters of the Firth of Clyde, the magical Isle of Bute is a destination that captivates with its variety of landscapes, favorable climate, and timeless atmosphere. Here, every corner of the island tells a story, every view is like a postcard, and every hunt is an authentic adventure. Thanks to Montefeltro, which holds the exclusive hunting rights for the entire island, the hunting experience on Bute stands out for its exceptionally high quality, both in hunting and hospitality.
The Isle of Bute offers a mosaic of unique landscapes: from gentle green hills to wild moorlands, through pristine beaches and lush forests. The variety of the terrain not only enchants visitors but also creates ideal conditions for a rich and diverse wildlife, making hunting a fascinating and challenging activity.
Thanks to the temperate climate, hunting on Bute can be practiced in pleasant conditions for much of the year. The dramatic skies and changing light add a touch of magic to every hunting day, immersing participants in a typically Scottish setting.
An authentic and high-quality hunt
Hunting on the Isle of Bute is authentic, a true challenge for hunters. Montefeltro ensures the highest standards in both the management of the hunting drives and the organization of hospitality, thanks to its exclusive concession. The abundant and well-managed wildlife includes species such as pheasants, partridges, and hares, in addition to wood pigeons, which can be hunted year-round.
The hunting drives take place in complete harmony with the landscape, allowing participants to experience an environment and tradition that respects the Scottish hunting heritage.
Hospitality and complementary activities
The hospitality on the island is meticulously curated, offering elegant and welcoming accommodations that allow guests to relax after a day of hunting. But the experience on Bute isn’t limited to hunting. The island offers a variety of complementary activities to make your stay even more memorable:
- Visits to salmon and gin distilleries: Discover the traditional processes behind Scottish salmon production and taste the island’s unique spirits.
- The Mont Stuart House: An impressive historic residence, a symbol of Bute’s cultural heritage, with spectacular interiors and breathtaking gardens.
- Excursions to the nearby Isle of Arran: Known as “Scotland in miniature,” Arran offers mountainous landscapes, whisky distilleries, and ancient castles, for an unforgettable excursion.
The Isle of Bute offers a well-structured hunting calendar that respects hunting seasons and ensures sustainable wildlife management. However, hunters can take advantage of wood pigeon hunting year-round, an extraordinary opportunity for those wishing to hone their skills in any season.
A unique experience in Scotland
Hunting on the Isle of Bute, with the quality and organization guaranteed by Montefeltro, is an experience that combines the best of Scottish hunting tradition with impeccable hospitality and a rare natural beauty.
Big Game Hunting
Big game hunting on the Isle of Bute: red deer and roe deer in a unique setting.
The Isle of Bute offers an exceptional experience for ballistics hunting enthusiasts, thanks to the presence of a well-managed population of red deer and roe deer, with trophies generally larger than those found on the “mainland” due to the richer diet the island provides compared to the traditional Scottish moors. The hunts mainly take place on the stalk, in a setting of rare beauty that combines rolling hills, lush forests, and an ideal climate for wildlife, all surrounded by the sea. This hunt represents an exciting challenge, where skill, patience, and strategy merge with the thrill of the wild nature.
Male Roe Deer Hunting: An Early Opening
One of the unique features of hunting on Bute is the early opening of the male roe deer season, which begins on April 1st, ahead of all European hunting calendars. This exclusive period allows hunters to kick off the season in a unique setting, taking advantage of the spring on the island. The season continues until mid-October, offering an extended window to experience the thrill of the stalk in an environment full of challenges and rewards.
Red Deer Hunting and the Charm of the Rut
Red deer hunting begins in August and culminates with the rutting period, between the last week of September and the first week of October. During this time, the roar of the stags echoes through the hills and forests of Bute, creating a unique and captivating atmosphere. The rut hunt is an unforgettable experience: following the calls of the males, spotting them in their territories, and approaching carefully presents an intense challenge, ideal for more experienced hunters.
The red deer season ends on October 21st, providing ample opportunity to immerse yourself in this thrilling hunt.
Long-Distance Shooting Sessions
For those who wish to refine their skills or test their rifles, Bute also offers the opportunity to combine hunting with long-distance target shooting sessions. These activities are perfect for simulating real hunting conditions and preparing in the best way for field hunts. The strategic shooting positions and challenging distances allow hunters to test their weapons and optics, ensuring accuracy and performance during actual hunts.
A Complete Hunting Experience
Ballistics hunting on Bute is much more than a sport; it’s an immersion into an extraordinary natural environment where high-level wildlife management meets the island’s wild beauty. The opportunity to hunt both red deer and roe deer, with extended seasons and unique moments like the rutting hunt, makes this destination a key reference point for European hunters. Additionally, the possibility of alternating hunting with long-distance shooting sessions provides a truly complete and memorable hunting experience.
Woodcock Hunting
Period: November 1st to January 31st
Woodcock Hunting on Bute: A Unique Experience with a Pointing Dog
The Isle of Bute is a paradise for enthusiasts of woodcock hunting with a pointing dog. Due to its favorable microclimate and varied terrain, the island is a preferred stopover for woodcocks during their migration, ensuring an extraordinary abundance of encounters. Here, it’s possible to have up to 50 encounters in a day, a number that makes each hunt a memorable experience, where challenge and excitement meet at every step.
The beautiful centuries-old oak forests that characterize Bute provide an ideal habitat for woodcocks. These woods, with their carpets of leaves and lush undergrowth, create the perfect environment both for wildlife and the work of the pointing dog. The majesty of the trees, combined with the silence and peace of the unspoiled nature, amplifies the charm of this hunt, turning it into an exciting journey through history and nature.
An Exclusive Hunting Experience
The combination of numerous encounters, terrain suitable for dog work, and an extraordinarily beautiful natural setting makes woodcock hunting on Bute a unique experience in Europe. Each hunt is a celebration of the bond between the hunter, the dog, and nature, on an island that captivates with its wild charm and rich wildlife.
Pigeon hunting on the Isle of Bute
The Isle of Bute, with its favorable microclimate and unique landscape, is one of the best destinations in Europe for pigeon shooting. Here, unlike the mainland, the presence of numerous ideal crops – including cereals, legumes, and forage – constantly attracts large flocks of pigeons, ensuring a fruitful and thrilling hunt.
Year-Round Pigeon Hunting
One of the exclusive advantages of hunting on the Isle of Bute is the ability to hunt pigeons year-round. This opportunity allows hunts to be organized in any season, adapting to the conditions of the land and the personal preferences of the hunter.
The abundance of pigeons on the island is constant, thanks to the combination of an ideal habitat and crops that provide the necessary nourishment to attract and retain flocks.
Suitable Terrain and Numerous Sightings
The island’s layout, with vast open spaces interspersed with woods and hedges, provides a perfect setting for pigeon hunting. The local crops, carefully tended and diversified, serve as a natural attraction for the pigeons, which find Bute an ideal place to rest during migrations or to feed year-round. These factors, combined with impeccable wildlife management, ensure numerous sightings and an engaging hunt, suitable for both beginners and more experienced hunters.
A Unique Hunting Experience
Pigeon hunting on the Isle of Bute is not only a technical challenge but also an immersion in the unspoiled nature of a unique place. Hunters can enjoy a tranquil and wild environment, where the beauty of the landscape combines with the adrenaline of the hunt. Whether organizing hunts in the summer, when the island is dressed in its brightest colors, or in the fall, with skies filled with migratory flocks, Bute offers an unforgettable hunting experience. The opportunity to hunt year-round and the abundance of pigeons make this destination a top choice for enthusiasts.
Goose Hunting on the Isle of Bute: An Extraordinary Experience for Waterfowl Enthusiasts
The Isle of Bute, with its favorable microclimate and rich mosaic of natural environments, is a prime destination for goose hunting. Due to its strategic position along the migratory routes of northern Europe, Bute is one of the most important stopover points for large flocks of migratory geese. The combination of spectacular landscapes and an abundance of game makes this experience unique and unforgettable for every hunter.
Why Do Geese Stop on the Isle of Bute?
The key to the island’s hunting success lies in its ability to attract and hold large numbers of geese during seasonal migrations. This phenomenon is due to several factors:
- Strategic geographical location: Located in the Firth of Clyde, Bute is situated along one of the main migratory routes used by geese to travel between nesting areas in northern Europe and wintering grounds further south.
- Abundance of food resources: The crops found on the island, such as wheat, barley, legumes, and grazing fields, provide a constant and abundant source of nourishment, making Bute an ideal stop for the geese to rest and refuel.
- Safe and undisturbed environments: The island offers vast open spaces and a varied habitat that includes ponds, wetlands, and cultivated fields, creating a perfect refuge for migratory geese.
A Hunt Full of Excitement
Goose hunting on Bute is both a technical and thrilling experience. The flocks that pass over the island in large numbers present a stimulating challenge for hunters, who must interpret the game’s behavior and master calling and concealment techniques. The island’s vast spaces, combined with careful land management, ensure numerous opportunities for encounters with geese during migration seasons. The hunts take place in a breathtaking natural setting, where the sounds of flocks in flight and the crowded skies add a touch of magic to every hunting day.
An Unrepeatable Hunting Experience
Goose hunting on the Isle of Bute is not just a hunting activity, but an immersion into the spectacular nature of migration. Each hunt is an opportunity to closely observe the majestic flocks and experience the charm of a rich and well-preserved ecosystem.
Thanks to its unique location, the abundance of geese, and the beauty of its landscapes, Bute is one of the best destinations in Europe for those seeking an authentic and rewarding hunting experience. For migratory bird enthusiasts, the island is a dream destination, where tradition, challenge, and nature merge into an unforgettable adventure.
Region: Scotland
Period: Year-round
Products: 828, Semi-auto, Wolf
Accommodation: Hotel
Investment starting from: €3,500 per hunter for 4 days of hunting
South Africa
Hunting in South Africa: An Adventure Between Untamed Nature and Unforgettable Emotions
Our reserve in South Africa is an extraordinary destination where the untouched beauty of the African landscapes blends with the possibility of experiencing thrilling and challenging hunting. Here, in the heart of the savannah, hunters can immerse themselves in a unique experience, characterized by an extraordinary variety of animals, with a special focus on the wealth of antelope species, a symbol of African wildlife.
The Variety of Game: A Test for Rifles and Skills
The reserve hosts an incredible range of animals, offering hunting opportunities that satisfy both experienced and passionate hunters. From the elegant impala to the mighty kudu, from the swift springbok to the robust eland, each animal presents a unique challenge, requiring precision, patience, and skill.
This setting is ideal for testing high-quality rifles and optics, with shots ranging from short to long distances. The variety of hunting scenarios, from open plains to dense brush, challenges both the equipment and the hunter’s abilities, turning every outing into an unforgettable moment.
A Dream Setting for Unmatched Emotions
Hunting in South Africa is not just about technique; it’s a true immersion into a world that leaves a lasting impression. The landscapes of the reserve, with fiery sunsets, savannah expanses dotted with acacias, and the allure of the wild, create a magical atmosphere that elevates the hunting experience to a whole new level.
Every moment spent in the reserve is not limited to hunting; it’s a total experience that awakens the senses and creates indelible memories, projecting the emotions felt onto the equipment used, whether it’s a weapon or an accessory. The bond between hunter, tool, and environment becomes a powerful message embodying precision, adventure, and passion.
An Adventure Beyond Hunting
The reserve also offers the opportunity to enrich your stay with complementary activities, such as photographic safaris to admire the Big Five, cultural excursions to discover local traditions, or relaxation in exclusive lodges surrounded by nature.
Thanks to the quality of the game, the variety of environments, and the impeccable management of the reserve, hunting in South Africa is not just a hunting experience, but an unforgettable journey to one of the most fascinating places on the planet. A destination that, once visited, stays in your heart forever.
Region: South Africa
Season: All year round
Products: Wolf
Accommodation: Hunting lodge
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