Ocellated turkeys in Guatemala with slamminturkeys.com!

  A true jungle turkey adventure in 55,000 hectares of towering rainforest—available April to May. 

If you’ve ever dreamed of hunting the most exotic turkey on earth, Petén, Guatemala is the place. This is a rare, wild, and intensely beautiful experience: you trade open-country glassing for deep jungle listening, close-quarters calling, and the adrenaline of a bird that looks like it was painted by hand—iridescent feathers, blue head, orange-red nodules, and those unmistakable “eye” spots.

Your base of operations is near Flores, Petén, gateway to Guatemala’s legendary jungle. The hunt takes place across 55,000 hectares (135,900+ acres) of tall rainforest habitat—remote, primal, and loaded with adventure.

Most hunters arrive into Guatemala City (GUA), then connect to a quick domestic flight to Petén (Flores / Mundo Maya Airport – FRS).

From Flores, you’ll enjoy a scenic ~4-hour drive through the jungle—a stunning ride into the wild side of Guatemala. Think dense canopy, tropical birds, and that “we’re really doing this” feeling that only grows stronger as the pavement disappears and the jungle closes in.

Want to skip the drive and go full VIP? You can also arrange a helicopter transfer directly to the hunting area, which is an unforgettable way to arrive—seeing the jungle stretch to the horizon as you drop into camp.

The ocellated turkey is not just another bird—it’s a trophy with true mystique. The hunt is challenging, the visuals are unreal, and success feels earned.

You’ll hunt across 55,000 hectares of tall jungle, offering real freedom to move with birds, adjust tactics, and hunt in a setting most hunters only see in documentaries.

April to May is the window—when conditions and bird behavior align for the best opportunity.

• Season: April–May
   
• Duration: 7 days total
   
• Hunting: 5 hunting days
   
• License: $250 (required)
   

This hunt is built for hunters who want the full jungle experience—not a rushed in-and-out trip.
 

Day 1 – Arrive Guatemala City

• International arrival into GUA
   
• Overnight and prep for domestic connection (if needed)
   

Day 2 – Fly to Petén (Flores) + Jungle Transfer

• Morning flight to Flores, Petén
   
• ~4-hour scenic jungle drive to camp
   
• Settle in, gear check, hunt plan briefing
   

Days 3–7 – Five Hunting Days in the Jungle

• Early starts to beat the heat and capitalize on turkey movement
   
• Calling setups, listening points, and tactical moves through jungle corridors
   
• Midday rest and reset
   
• Afternoon hunts depending on bird activity and conditions
   

Final Day – Return to Flores + Depart

• Transfer back to Flores
   
• Flight to Guatemala City and onward travel
   

Optional upgrade: Helicopter transfer available for direct fast trip to the lodge 

This is a real jungle hunt—not a “stand and wait” setup. Expect:

• Early mornings
   
• Humidity and warm temps
   
• Active calling and careful movement
   
• Shots that can happen fast when a bird commits
   

If you’re used to Rio Grandes or Easterns, this will feel like a whole new world—and that’s exactly why hunters chase ocellated turkeys.

• Hunting License: $250
   
• Valid passport required for travel
   
• We recommend travel insurance for international trips
   

• Lightweight, breathable hunting clothing (jungle-friendly)
   
• Waterproof boots with strong traction
   
• Bug protection (spray + lightweight gaiters if you like)
   
• Small daypack, headlamp, water bottle/hydration pack
   
• Turkey vest/calls (we’ll coordinate what works best)
   
• Optics: 8x or 10x binoculars are ideal
  
   

Ocellated turkey season is short, and prime weeks can book fast. If you want an authentic jungle experience near Flores, Petén, with the option for helicopter access and hunting across 55,000 hectares, this is the hunt.

Message me and I’ll send:

• Available dates
   
• Travel coordination details (Guatemala City → Flores → camp)
   

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