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Jaguar Research Adventure in Mexico, a WTA Guardian Project
Outfitter #660
from
$20,000
Method:
Dart Gun
Dates:
March
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The Jaguar Research Adventure in Mexico is a project of the WTA Outdoor Guardian Fund, known simply as “The Guardian”, offering an extraordinary opportunity to participate in real-world wildlife conservation.
This is not a traditional hunt, but rather a conservation-based expedition led by Mexico’s leading jaguar research team, in partnership with one of the Western U.S.’s most respected houndsmen. Designed for adventurers with a passion for impact, this immersive field experience plays a vital role in protecting one of North America’s most elusive predators.
The mission: to safely tranquilize a wild jaguar, collect critical biological data—including sex, weight, estimated age, and blood and hair samples—and fit the animal with a GPS tracking collar. This data helps researchers monitor population health and map vital wildlife corridors, directly contributing to the species’ long-term survival.
Your involvement also supports a community-based compensation program that offsets livestock losses for local ranchers, fostering tolerance and reducing retaliatory killings—a proven strategy for building coexistence between people and predators.
The Field Experience
Tracking a jaguar in the wild is a rare privilege. Using a network of cellular and traditional trail cameras, the research team scans the jungle for activity, checking baits and driving roads looking for fresh tracks each morning. Once a jaguar is located, expert hounds are deployed to safely pursue the animal into the brush for tranquilization. You’ll be part of the action—helping collect data, collar the jaguar, and witness the release back into its natural habitat. Photography and video documentation are not only welcomed but encouraged and are asked to be shared with The Guardian.
Accommodations & Activities
You’ll stay at the peaceful Casa Botanica Guest House in the fishing village of Lo de Marcos, just steps from local restaurants and pristine beaches. While not in the field, you can enjoy:
- Deep-sea fishing (3 hours – $450)
- Horseback riding (1.5 hours – $95)
- ATV jungle tours (2 hours – $300)
- Jungle canopy tours (2 hours – $60)
Lunches are served daily at the base camp. Breakfast and dinner are at your leisure in town, giving you the chance to enjoy authentic local cuisine.
About the WTA Outdoor Guardian Fund
The WTA Outdoor Guardian Fund, known simply as “The Guardian,” is WTA’s unwavering commitment to preserve wildlife and fishery resources for future generations. Launched in 2022 as a certified 501(c)(3) nonprofit, The Guardian is dedicated to preservation, sustainable management, conservation, and education—ensuring the outdoors endures for decades to come. The Guardian is driven by a single goal: to give back more than we take from the wild places we cherish. With our team of field producers already in place, we’re equipped to capture the progress and tell the powerful stories of each project from start to finish—bringing the experience to life through compelling visual storytelling and updates.
Pricing Details
Pricing Details
$20,000 (1 Client- allows for 1 jaguar collaring) where $9,500 is considered Donated Funds for Conservation from the WTA Customer booking the experience. WTA will act as the facilitator on behalf of the WTA Outdoor Guardian Fund when receiving income for Project Trips. Funds will be transferred in accordance with the agreed timeline and in accordance to the split to Donation. Please note: Donations are non-refundable.
Standard Booking (Less than 12 Months in Advance)
- Deposit: 50% of total trip cost required to confirm dates and book the trip
- 50% of the Donation is paid to the WTA Guardian Fund
- Final Payment: Balance due 90 days prior to the trip start date
- Remaining 50% of the Donation is due to the WTA Guardian Fund
Advance Booking (More than 12 Months in Advance)
- Initial Deposit: 25% of total trip cost required to confirm dates and book the trip
- 25% of the Donation is paid to the WTA Guardian Fund
- Second Payment: Due 1 year prior to the trip start date
- Additional 25% of the Donation is paid to the WTA Guardian Fund
- Final Payment: Balance due 90 days prior to the trip start date
- Remaining 50% of the Donation is due to the WTA Guardian Fund
Inclusions
Guide, 1x1 guided, Accommodations, Single Occupancy Accommodations, Airport Transfers, In-Field Transportation
Exclusions
Meals, Gratuities
Lunch is provided, breakfast and dinner will be at clients expense.
Accommodations
Guests will stay in the tranquil fishing village of Lo de Marcos, at the charming Casa Botanica Guest House. Conveniently located in the heart of the village, you’ll be within walking distance of local restaurants and beautiful beaches.
Transportation
Sample Itinerary
Day 1: Travel from home to Puerto Vallarta where you will be picked up and transferred to Lo De Marcos. Upon arrival you will have the opportunity to check into you room and relax.
Day 2-6:Field days. Please plan to leave prior to daylight each day and return in the afternoon. The timing of each days return is unpredictable.
Day 7: Travel back to Puerto Vallarta to begin your trip home.
Hunt Style
Physical Level:
Easy: Somewhat easy walking when it comes to physicality. Minimal walking or hiking and terrain is very accessible. Mostly hunting from blinds or tree stands.
Moderate: Physicality is somewhat moderate to advanced. Spot and stalk method of hunting as well as some hunting from blinds. Terrain can vary from prairies to mountains at higher elevations.
Difficult: Requires an advanced degree of physical endurance. Terrain is typically more mountainous and hunting can take place at higher elevation.
Extreme: Most difficult and physically demanding hunts. Requires advanced to extreme endurance and terrain or game pursued may involve dangerous situations.
Moderate
APPROACH:
Hounds, Bait, Calling
Equipment:
Automobile, Dogs
Trip Requirements
All participants must read rules and regulations pertaining to method of take and be within the state/country’s guidelines. WTA is not responsible for failure to meet any state/country requirements.
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