Adventure Description

When seasoned hunters think of their Top 5 hunts, Marco Polo Sheep often comes to mind. Kyrgyzstan, a spectacular mountainous country with the Tian Shan Mountain Range, offers phenomenal Marco Polo hunting. The people of this country are very friendly and hospitable and there are no travel or safety concerns while visiting. This outfitter has been guiding some of the finest areas in Kyrgyzstan for the past 15 years and provides a great hunting experience to a region that is a true wilderness experience! This hunt is this outfitter’s first Marco Polo Expedition of 2024 and he has two openings for this trip for clients looking to harvest a Marco Polo of a lifetime. Clients should expect to harvest a ram in the 50”+ category with rams as large as 62” being harvested in past expeditions. For this hunt, it is recommend traveling through Istanbul with firearms on your way to Kyrgyzstan. After arriving in BIshkek you will begin your travels to base camp, where elevation is between 10,000 and 13,000 feet - altitude sickness is rare given some acclimation at base camp. Hunts do involve quite a bit of horseback riding and the outfitter recommends a few days in the saddle 2 weeks prior to your arrival. Physical conditioning is helpful, along with being accustomed to your gear and equipment. Prior to the hunt a detailed gear list and general hunt information are sent to our hunters and they will also help walk you through applying for your US CITES permit. While in the field, be assured that a English speaking staff member will always be available. This outfitter is dedicated to your success and looks to every detail - before and during your hunt. Their staff will be available to aid hunters in their preperations to ensure they have propper gear and are prepared for a successful hunt. Accommodations vary within the hunting areas but all will have a base camp for your hunt to begin from. This may be a small house or yurts and will have designated spaces set-up for sleeping, eating and relaxing, outhouse, sauna, etc. Meals include typical fare for the region—everything from Russian stews to Asian stir fry and are rounded out with a variety of fresh and dried natural foods and breads. For departure, you will be taken back to the Bishkek airport by one of our staff. Most of our hunters travel home with their trophies with a CITES permit issued for return travel.