engl Asia 2019 - Blaser Safaris · ALTAI IBEX Altai Ibex is the larger of two Ibex in Mon-golia and...

Mongolia Tajikistan Kyrgyszstan

Asia 2019

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HUNT IN MONGOLIA

Hunt in Mongolia with our partner “Wild hunting”. Mongolia has the population of only 2, 8 million people living sparsely over an area equal to half of Europe. The capital city Ulaanbaatar offers a range of tourist attractions. Mongolia resides on a high mountainous plateau, 4,900 feet above sea level. Altai, Hangai, Hentii and Hi-angan mountain ranges fence the country and shield away humid, warm airflows, from the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. These Mountains make up 42,5% of the country and are home to the magnificent giant Argali’s of Mongolia. The Gobi Desert occupies more than 400,200 sq.kms of the southern part of Mongolia. The desert ecosystem supports domestic goats and camels, as well as wild animals, such as snow leopard, ibex, argali’s and even wild horses. About two dozen bears, known as the Mazaalai bear is found in nooks of Gobi desert.

The Great Eastern Plains is the lowest part of the country and these endless stretches serve as ideal pasture for half a million antelope.

Flight info Arrival to Ulaanbaatar:

Clients from the US and Europe book their flights to Ulaanbaatar, flying through Bei-jing, Seoul or Istanbul. On arrival to Ulaanbaatar, an English-speaking guide/interpreter will meet you at the airport and assist you with customs clearance and firearms decla-ration.

You will spend the first day of the arrival at one the good hotels in Ulaanbaatar and leave for the hunting area the next day. Depending on where you are hunting you will either travel to the hunting area by a new 4x4 Truck or take a domestic/private flight and then drive from there; however, the majority of the travelling will be by ground transportation. (Toyota Land Cruiser 4x4’s are used)

Travel & Accom-modation during the hunt:

The base camps are located all over Mongolia. The total distance from camp to camp at times can be very long. The Gobi Desert, for instance, can only be travelled by 4x4 vehicles. It is a huge area and the second biggest desert it the world. An English-speaking representative will accompany you during your entire trip. Your team of hunting guides and several other camp staff will join you once you arrive at your hunt camp. Depending on road condi-tions, it can take 6-8 hours of travel during the day to reach hunting camp for Hangai and Gobi Argali hunting areas.

There are a few villages along the way where you will stop for a brief lunch served by the staff. The camp staff is hard working and friendly people. They will help you with anything you may need during your stay. For Altai Argali/Ibex hunts, domestic flights from Ulanbaatar are used to reach the nearest airport to the hunting area.

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The hunting camps vary depending on the area your are hunting. All are well-equipped bases camps and Yurts. Most important, the hunter will have his own private YURT (big tent) during the hunt. The food is the mixture of Asian and European cuisine. We always bring our own cook to hunting camps and proudly say that the can cook pretty much most clients wish. If you like special snack foods, we recommend that you inform us what you like or bring some with you since the camp will have limited varieties of snacks. Bottled water is always available. Sprite, Fanta, Coke, fruit juice, beer & local wine is also provided.

Rifle & Am-munition:

We require .270 Winchester to be min. Calibers We can provide rifles and ammunition for those who prefer not to bring their own.

Game species

Hunting is by horseback and foot in the Altai region after driving to a certain point. There are 2 species of Ibex in Mongolia and population is very healthy in Mongolia and a very enjoyable hunt to combine with your Argali hunt.

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Gobi and Hangai argali hunts - spot and stalk hunting is the preferred method of hunting as it allows us to judge the animals with spotting scopes before making the final stalk. In general, the number of Argali sheep is good in Mongolia and quality of trophy has increased compared to a decade ago, now there are 45 Argali permits in Total on average annually. Therefore, the permit fees are increasing each year due to high demand and government expectations.

Hunting Season GOBI IBEX (Capra Sibirica Hagenbecki)

ALTAI IBEX (Capra Sibirica Sibirica)

GOBI ARGALI (Ovis ammon darwini) HANGAI ARGALI ( Ovis ammon ssp) ALTAI ARGALI (Ovis ammon ammon)

GOBI IBEX Gobi Ibex is the closest relative to Altai Ibex. Gobi Ibex inhabits the area in the southern part of the Altai range that stretches deep into the Gobi desert, known as the Gobi Altai range. Gobi Ibex are smaller than its Altai relative due to scarce vegetation and limited water source in its dry habitat. Gobi Ibex have a brown coat and light patch under its belly and between its legs. A male Gobi Ibex is over 3 ft. (95-105cm) tall and weighs 260 lb. (80-100kg). Average trophy size: 34-37” in length; max 42”

Prices 2019 Gobi Ibex hunt Hunting costs/hunter Duration 6 days / Dates: 1 July to 15 October USD 14,500 –

ALTAI IBEX Altai Ibex is the larger of two Ibex in Mon-golia and is mostly found in steep cliffs and narrow canyons with loose rock strips. Ibex feed in the morning and even-ing and rest in shadow for much of the day. Major hunting areas are rocky cliffs in the drier part of the Altai range. From rock paintings found in the Altai moun-tains, we know that Ibex were tamed by humans as a domestic goat around 8,500 years ago. Altai Ibex have a red brown coat with a light patch with the coat get-ting darker in older males. A male Ibex has a long hair beard. A male Altai Ibex stands at around 3-3.2ft (105 -110cm) tall and weighs 280lb (90-110kg). Average trophy size: 37-45” in length; max 48”

Prices 2019 Altai Ibex hunt Hunting costs/hunter Duration 6 days / Dates: 1 July to 15 October USD 14,500 –

Prices 2019 Ibex Combination hunt Hunting costs/hunter Duration 6 days USD 29,000 –

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GOBI ARGALI

Coming from the name the Gobi Ar-gali resides at Gobi Desert region of Mongolia and China

Average Gobi Argali size: 44-50” with 16-18” bases.

Prices 2019 Gobi Argali hunt Hunting costs/hunter Duration 5-7 days / Dates: 1 July to 30 September

WildHunting representative PH guiding and service fee USD 90,000 – USD 10,000 –

HANGAI ARGALI

Average Hangai Argali size: 48”-53” with 17-19” bases.

A Ram reaching 54’’ up to 57” are of ex-ceptional size and can be found in occa-sions depending on the conditions of the hunt and the area hunted- please inquire for best area and best time and pre-scout-ing options.

Prices 2019 Hangai Argali hunt Hunting costs/hunter Duration 5-7 days / Dates: 1 July to 30 September


ALTAI ARGALI

The greatest and biggest of all Argali species, Body length is 4-6.6 ft. (172-180 cm), shoulder height is 4 ft. (122 cm), before the rut , their weight is 350 lb. (158 kg) on average sometimes more. Altai Argali has the heaviest horns of all the sheep of the world exceeding 35 Kg or 75 lbs.! 55-56” horn size with 19”-21” bases can be expected and extraordinary trophies reaching 58”-60”and over in special oc-casions may be found depending on the conditions and special planning. Altai Argali lives in the Altai Mountains of Mongolia, China and Russia. Also known as the rarest Argali due to limited licenses BUT not limited population.

Prices 2019 Altai Argali hunt Hunting costs/hunter Duration 5-7 days / Dates: 1 July to 30 September


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Program (possible Itinerary)

DAY 1: Arrival to Ulaanbaatar with WildHunting representative and greeted by our Mongolian Staff with a private car and Rifle clearance (organized by our partners) and rest in Kempinski Hotel first evening. Start with ALTAI ARGALI Hunt: DAY 2: Fly to Altai Region (2-3hr flight depending on where the biggest trophies are spotted), greeted by local guides and directly drive to Base Camp about 5-6 hours (dirt road like Africa) depending on area we will be hunting. Base camp will consist of 3 Yurts; 1 for the hunter, 1 for the guides and professional cook, 1 for the kitchen. DAY 3 to 9: Travel to fly camp (only if necessary stay one or two nights max.) with horses where the local guides have located big rams, Usually hunt consists of driving near the base of the mountains where the road ends every early morning and hunt on foot until dark. Hunt 7 days on average and maximum 10 hunting days from Base camp and succeed on a beautiful trophy, than directly return to nearest town; For Hangai Argali: Drive by vehicle from Ulaanbaatar for 6-7 hours depending on where the Hangai Argali base camp is. On average 5 hunting days average and maximum 7 hunting days is also required for this hunt. DAY 12 to 15: For Gobi Argali, From Ulaanbaatar travel by vehicle approximately 6-7 hours to the Gobi desert base camp where the hunt will take place. Maximum of 5 hunting days is necessary for this hunt. NOTE: All 3 Argali’s can successfully be harvested within 21 days including air travel and ground transportation while during the entire hunting trip Mongolia.

Rate include for Ibex

Transfers from and to airports by car, transportation throughout the hunt (including all necessary 4 by 4 vehicles)

Argali Hotel accommodation for 2 total of 2 nights in Ulaanbaatar (Standard 3* Hotel) Accommodation during the hunt – (Town Hotel or Hunting Lodge) Rent of satellite phone, Local Medical insurance in Mongolia & during hunt Professional guide 1:1 at all times All meals (3 courses per day) and drinks during the hunt WildHunting Pro-guide Temir or Kursat Ekenler Daily rates and organization costs Visa invitation, customs handling, VIP meet-greet services at the airports, gun import

permit, area fees & taxes All necessary hunting licenses (CITES & vet. Cert), temporary hunting certificate, Tro-

phy preparations in the field and dry salting for shipping

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HUNT IN TAJIKISTAN

Flight info Arrival to Osh:

Clients from the US and Europe book their flights to Bishkek via Istanbul and fly to OshOn arrival to Osh, an English-speaking guide/interpreter will meet you at the airport and assist you with customs clearance and firearms declaration.


Transfer to the main hunting camp from Osh airport (5 hours’ drive – approx.. 300 km)The hunting camps vary depending on the area you are hunting. All are well-equipped bases camps. The food is the mixture of Asian and European cuisine. If you like special snack foods, we recommend that you inform us what you like or bring some with you since the camp will have limited varieties of snacks. Bottled water is always available.

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MARCO POLO

Weight up to 300 pounds. A large argali with the most spectacular horns of the entire world's sheep. In winter, the upper parts are a somewhat darker brown and there is a full white neck ruff extending to the brisket. The winter hair is much longer, making the animal appear larger and heavier than it is. The long, slender horns are homonymous, forming 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 open spirals. The longest sheep horn ever recorded (75 inches) is from a Marco Polo; however, the largest circum-ference for this race is only 17 inches with 14 to 15 1/2 inches usual.

Prices 2019 Marco-Polo hunt Hunting costs/hunter Duration 6 days / Dates: 1 October to 28 February

Hunt guidance 1:1 Hunt guidance 2:1 1 Trophy Mid-Asian Ibex including license and government fees

USD 47,500 – USD 45,000 – USD 7,500 –

Program (possible Itinerary)

DAY 1: Arrival in Bishkek via Istanbul and fly to Osh, customs formalities, transfer to the main hunting camp from Osh airport (5 hours’ drive- 300kms approximately) DAY 2: Acclimatization, rest and rifle check DAY 3 to 8: 6 days HUNT including Ibex DAY 9: Return to Osh and Bishkek, overnight in Bishkek DAY 10: Flight back Home from Bishkek to Istanbul-EU

Price include for Visa invitation, custom handling Marco Polo Hunting organization for 7 days, service of professional guides All transportation during the hunt All serving staff including one WildHunting Company guide Trophy fee for 1 ram Hunting license, area fees Full board accommodation during the hunt Accommodation and food in the camp during the whole hunting trip Trophy care, skinning and trophy preparation

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HUNT IN KYRGYZSTAN

Flight info Arrival to Bishkek:

Clients from the US and Europe book their flights to Bishkek via Istanbul. On arrival to Bishkek, an English-speaking guide/interpreter will meet you at the airport and assist you with customs clearance and firearms declaration.


Transfer to the main hunting camp from Bishkek (approx. 10 hours’ drive)

The hunting camps vary depending on the area you are hunting. All are well-equipped bases camps. The food is the mixture of Asian and European cuisine. If you like special snack foods, we recommend that you inform us what you like or bring some with you since the camp will have limited varieties of snacks. Bottled water is always available.

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HUME ARGALI

It can weight up to 300 pounds. Although similar to the Marco Polo argali in size and coloration, its horns are shorter, heavier, and have less flare.

Prices 2019 Hume Argali hunt Hunting costs/hunter Duration 6 days / Dates: 1 October to 28 February

Hunt guidance 1:1

1 Trophy Mid-Asian Ibex including license and government fees

USD 32,500 – USD 7,500 –

Program (Sample Itinerary)

DAY 1: Arrival early morning to Bishkek Airport, VIP meeting and gun clearance. Travel to Hunting area with Toyota land cruiser (comfortable SUV) approx. 10 h with restroom break and lunch break on the way. Arrival 19.00 pm to a brand new camp, where you will have, personal rooms, bath-room, electricity, chef for cooking. DAY 2: Test the rifle and if rested go hunting with horses, this hunt is a horseback hunt where we will ride on average 1 hour from main camp each day and hunt 3-5 hours on horse-back until we spot big old rams and do the last stalk on foot. DAY 3 to 7: We will hunt every day in this way and soon as soon, we hunt the Argali we will hunt the Ibex in the same region with the horses. DAY 8: Soon as our hunt is finished, we will have our own truck ready and take us back to Bishkek (maybe stay 1 night at the hotel) and fly back home with the next available flight.

Price include for Visa invitation, custom handling Hume Argali: Hunting organization for 7 days, service of professional guides All transportation during the hunt All serving staff including one Wild Hunting Company guide Trophy fee for 1 ram Hunting license, area fees Full board accommodation during the hunt Accommodation and food in the camp during the whole hunting trip Trophy care, skinning and trophy preparation

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INFORMATION FOR MONGOLIA / TAJIKISTAN / KYRGYZSTAN Not included costs International and domestic flights (we can organize your flights) On request Travel insurance On request Hotel before and after the hunt On request Rifle import permit and customs documentation – subject to

change USD 200 –

Rifle rental On request Extra species hunted according to license fees See list Gratuities for professional guides – recommended 10 % Spirits, personal expenses On request Trophy pre-preparation and delivery On request Organization fee per hunter USD 300 – Organization fee per accompanying person USD 150 –

Additional for Transportation flight USD 200 – to 600 – Mongolia Transportation costs on combination hunts On request Hotel 5* or luxury hotel and any meals or hotel extras during

stay in Ulaanbaatar and during trip On request

Observer during the hunt IBEX hunt ARGALI hunt

USD 2,500 – USD 5,000 –

Additional for VIP meet & greet services at airports On request Tajikistan Hotels and meals in Osh, or in Bishkek before / after the hunt

and domestic flights On request

Trophy shipment including cites, vet certificates, export papers Ca. USD 1,500 – Observer during the hunt USD 350 – / day

Additional for VIP meet & greet services at airports On request Kyrgyzstan Hotels and meals in Bishkek before and after the hunt On request Trophy shipment including cites, vet certificates, export papers Ca. USD 1,500 – Observer during the hunt USD 350 – / day

Booking Terms and Conditions

Deposit and Balance A deposit of 50% of the total hunt cost is payable upon booking. Deposits are non-refundable – the very principle of accepting a deposit is to confirm arrangements, to mitigate the total loss of a Hunt booking in the event of a cancella-tion, and to ensure a commitment by both parties. The FULL balance of the hunting trip is due no later than ninety (90) days before com-mencement of your hunting trip.

Cancellations More than six months prior to the hunting dates: full deposit is retained (50% of the total hunting costs is forfeited – the rest refunded). Less than six months: 100 % of the total hunting costs are payable by the client.

Conditions: Travelling days, included on duration of programs. If all trophies booked are collected; hunt is over. If trophy is wounded or missed, the client is responsible of paying the license fees or costs agreed on the contract. In the event of the client missing the given opportunity to shoot at a trophy animal during his 7 days of hunting trip resulting in unsuccessful trip, the client has the right to repeat the hunting trip a second time on the agreed dates before the end of the season by paying only daily fees. Client is entitled to agree on available dates with our partner.

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Risk & Release: There are certain inherent risks involved in participating in a Hung. You acknowledge and agree that your participation in a Hunt is at your own risk.

It is your sole responsibility to take all appropriate medical advice prior to departure as a whether you are fit enough to undertake the Hunt booked. Our partner shall not be liable for illness, injury or death sustained on a program sold by the Company, which is not due to the gross negligence of the Company.

Recommended Equipment:

Good quality binocular minimum 8x magnification Good quality “broken in” boots 3 pairs of synthetic blend socks and liner socks 3 pairs synthetic long underwear pants and shirts 2 pair of synthetic fleece low nap pants Belt 2 synthetic light weight shirts 2 heavier synthetic zip up shirts 1 light/medium synthetic zip up jacket (depending on anticipated temperatures) 1 compressible “Hollow fill” style liner coat for cold weather Quality light weight rain gear pants and long coat 1 pair light weight leather/synthetic gloves & 1 pair thicker cold weather mittens

if necessary Fleece neck warmer (can be used as a stocking cap also) Sleeping bag and pad appropriate for temperatures you plan on enduring Baseball type hat Binoculars Spotting scope and lightweight stand, Range finder Bipod for rifle Passport, visas, Health certificate U.S. Customs declaration form 4457 for rifles if hunting internationally Digital Camera with extra battery, charger and extra flashcard Daypack-waterproof Parachute cord-50 feet Zip ties, one dozen, one foot long Name tags for trophy skins and horns. Can also be used as luggage tags Small light-weight tape measure with inches and centimeters Small headlamp with a set of extra batteries Hunting belt long enough to go around your waist outside your coat to hold

shells, range finder, knife Multi-tool with pliers Folding small sharp knife Small sharpening device Scalpel knife with extra blades Bandanas – two (Mosquito repellent imbedded ones are super) Shell holder, belt type or the type that fit on your rifle stock Rifle with sling, Scope covers Ammo – 50 rounds in original box with protective wrap around it Satellite phone Sanitary wipes (Individually wrapped) Small journal and two cheap pens Three large plastic garbage bags Mosquito repellent wipes (Depending on climate) Iodine imbedded wipes – use them on cuts especially when skinning.

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Blister pads, a variety of band-aids Lens cleaners-individually wrapped ones are great Paperback book Camp shoes, bathroom house slippers

Electrical converters, if going overseas

Entry requirements Please note the entry requirements for the respective country. Information can be obtained at the responsible consulate. In case a visa is needed, please be advised, that the acquisition is your own responsibility.

Vaccination requirements: Please note the vaccination requirements for the respective country. Information can be obtained at the responsible tropical institute. In case a vaccination is needed, please be advised, that the adherence is your own responsibility.

The General Terms and Conditions of Blaser Safaris GmbH apply. Blaser Safaris GmbH acts as an intermediary and is not the organizer of hunting tours. Subject to errors and alterations of prices and programs. Version 12/2018.

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