TAJIKISTAN      $24000 US

Hunting for Marco Polo sheep

The hunt in Tajikistan is conducted in the Pamir south of the village of Murgab, along the borders of China, and Afghanistan along the area known as the Wakhan Corridor of Afghanistan. This location has long been recognized as the habitat of the largest Marco polo Argali in the world. Our 3 camps lie close to each other in the heart of the Pamir mountains base camp are at approximately 14,000 foot elevation and hunting can go up from there. Trophies generally measure between 52 and 58 inches. Occasionally rams of up to 68 inches have been taken.

Getting There:
There is one basic access city served by western airlines- Dushanbe (Capital of Tajikistan).
The preferable choice is traveling to Dushanbe, from Munich (Germany) or Istanbul (Turkey).
There is no problem with transit of hunting rifles via Turkey or Germany. We meet you at the any airport of your arrival and assist through the customs.

Season:
The fall season begins in September and extends into mid-December. Best time for hunting start from mid- October and lasts through December. The rut time begins in the middle of November and last through December.

Climate:Usually weather is favorable and more predictable in hunting areas during hunting season. During day light the temperature approximately from 30 Fahrenheit / 0 Celsius up to 50 F / 10 C and during nighttime from 14 F / -10 C up to 5 F / -20 C. December is coldest month with more snow and shorter days.

Camp & Accommodations:
Our three hunting camps with a modern structure and equip with hitting system and power generator. They are warm, clean and comfortable with separate areas for dining bathing and sleeping. Normally we accommodate two to four hunters per each camp. Each hunter has his own jeep, guides, translator, and driver. Normally each hunter hunts in different areas.

Hunting Methods:
In the morning you load onto your jeep. During the day you may travel the upper edges of the mountains, glassing the hillsides and feeding areas. Numerous sheep will normally sight each day. For lunch in the field we offer you hot drinks, sandwiches, salami, dry fruit and nuts. Once the trophy is located you complete your stalk on foot. You will hunt at around 12000 feet\ 14000 feet. It is a mountain hunt in every sense. Physical condition is a factor on the stalking portion of the hunt. A long range shooting, up to 400-500 yards/m is normal for Marco Polo Argali hunt.

The price includes:
Invitation letter, firearm permit, hunting permit, state fee, veterinary certificate: cites certificate.  transportation to/from hunting region ( not flights ) : Meeting up and drop off at the airport; accommodation and food in the camp during the whole tour; Service of professional guide; all serving staff including one interpreter per group/camp; Trophy care and packing.

The price does not include:
Airline ticket to/from Dushanbe, or Khorog, or car trip. Alcohol, items of a personal nature, Hotel and meals before and after the hunt; Excess luggage payment charged by airlines; Sightseeing program; The cost of any extra hunting days; Non hunter fee; The cost of additional trophies; Trophy shipment; Tips.

Sample itinerary:

Day 1

Arrival in Dushanbe, our representative meet you inside Airport and assist you during custom clearance

Day 2

drive to camp 20 hrs $1200us return

Day 3-12

10, hunting days

Day 13

Travel back to Khorog, fly back to Dushanbe ,

Day 14

Departure from Dushanbe

 

 

 

 

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            RICK NAGLE

942 SCENIC HIGHWAY  KINKA BEACH ,

 YEPPOON

                                           QUEENSLAND 4703     AUSTRALIA

PH 07  49396487

FAX 07 49393888

EMAIL rick@worldwidehunts.com.au

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