KYRGYZSTAN Mid-Asian Ibex hunting

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1 KYRGYZSTAN Mid-Asian Ibex hunting

2 Kyrgyzstan has become a famous destination for big game hunters seeking the famous Ibex. Empire of Siberian Ibex is the local name of the Tian Shan Mountains in Kyrgyzstan, where the biggest species of Mid -Asian Ibex (Capra sibirica alaiana) inhabit. This subspecies can be the largest in size and grow the largest horns. Males can weigh well over 200 pounds (100 kg). Its coloration is very different from that of the Altay and Gobi ibexes. In winter coat, most adult males are a cinnamon-brown color of varying intensity. In winter most adult males have a cinnamon-brown coat color of varying intensity, becoming browner and duller on the flanks, shoulders and thighs. There usually is a dark, welldeveloped dorsal stripe, and also a light-colored saddle patch that can vary in size, shape and location. A very dark flank band separates the brown flanks from the whitish belly. There is a distinct brown band on the front surface of the forelegs, a lighter one on the hind legs. The head is lighter than the flanks-actually omewhat grayish-and the beard is brown.big-size trophies reach 43 to 55 (110 to 140 cm) in length with the base measuring of 10 to 12 (25 to 29 cm). It is an unforgettable adventure to hunt at 10,000 feet on a horseback, surrounded by a beautiful alpine panorama. We strive to make your hunt safe and successful. 2

3 Areas Bishkek region: Susamyr, Shamsi; Ak Su; Tokmok Issyk-Kul region: Karabel, Emegen Naryn region: Kara Say and Arpa. Route You may get to Bishkek with Turkish Airlines via Istanbul, Turkey. Another option is to travel with Aeroflot via Moscow, Russia. Our English speaking PRO representative will meet you at any airport of your arrival and assist you at the customs. Then you will be taken to the hunting area. The transfers last from 4 to 10 hrs depending on area. Camps & Accommodation Camps in Kyrgyzstan are located at 9,500 feet (2,800 m). They are wooden structures, trailer lodges and sometimes traditional Asian yurts with beds. They are warm, clean and comfortable with separate areas for dining, bathing and sleeping and have electrical generation there. You will find good food and high quality service. English speaking interpreter will stay full time in the basic camp. Hunting This is a horseback hunt. Ibexes are easy to be seen early in the morning, since they feed at this time of the day and travel till approximately 9 a.m. After 9 a.m., if not spooked, they tend to go to the places, where they can lie up during the day. After 5 p.m. they get back. Hunter and guide do glassing and spotting, when Ibexes stay in rocks or while travelling. Once the trophy is found, you complete your stalk on foot. 3

4 Hunter must be in the top of his physical shape to make this hunt successful as well as to be able to shoot at a long range: yards ( meters). Spike camp and horse riding is a big portion of your hunt. Hunting season The season is from September 1 to December 1. Climate During daylight hours in October the temperature is from 41 to 59 0 F (5 to 15 0 C) and at night 14 to 23 0 F (-5 to C). In November the temperature is from 5 to 14 0 F (-10 to C) and during nighttime from - 4 to F (-15 to C). Windy conditions. Schedule Day 1 Day 2-8 Day 9 Day 10 arrival in Bishkek, customs formalities, travel to the hunting area approx. 4-6 hours (Bishkek areas) or 9-11 hours (Issyk-Kul areas), accommodation 7 days hunt return to Bishkek, overnight at the hotel departure home 4

5 PRICE 10-day trip 7-day hunt accommodation and food in the camp guiding 1:1 all serving staff including one interpreter per group/ camp trophy care and packing for shipment incl. 1 Ibex, per hunter US$ 7.400,- 5

6 Not included in the price are: Airline ticket to/from Bishkek Handling fee including firearm permit; hunting permit, state fee, meeting clients upon arrival in Bishkek; transportation in Bishkek (from hotel to the airport ) per hunter US$ 300,- Veterinary certificate US$ 100,- VIP-lounge airport Bishkek per arrival or departure US$ 110,- Hotels and meals outside of the hunting area Alcoholic beverages in hunting camp; items of a personal nature, Tips to the camp personal usually about % of the total cost Additional hunting day US$ 260,- Non-hunter fee US$ 2.000,- Additional trophy fees: Second Ibex US$ 3.900,- Wolf US$ 1.100,- Siberian Roe Deer US$ 2.000,- (+ CITES) US$ 300,- Please be aware: hunt is done as soon as you get your trophy. Wounded and lost animal is to be paid completely!if you need to change tickets in case of early finish of the hunt or of extension of the hunt you should also change tickets for your guide-interpreter 6

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8 PROFESSIONAL RUSSIAN OUTFITTERS LTD Mikhalkovskaya street 63B Moscow, Russia Phone: +7 (499) Fax: +7 (499)