MARCO POLO SHEEP HUNTING IN KYRGYZSTAN
Kyrgyzstan is a good destination for the hunters who are looking for hunting all subspecies of Argali. Grand Slam Ibex offers the opportunity to hunt all the Argali, Marco Polo Sheep and Hume Argali. Most Kyrgyzstan hunting trips are done on horseback.
Marco Polo Hunt
Most Kyrgyzstan hunting trips are done on horseback due to the immense amount of country that to be covered to hunt the animals successfully. Expect extensive horseback riding and considerable walking. Ride before you go on this hunt. Spike camp is set up with the specific goal of hunting a particular animal or area. Sheep are generally located in remote country at 12000 feet / 4000 m. Once the trophy is located you complete your stalk on foot. Physical condition is an important factor for stalking the trophy during the hunt. Long range shooting, up to 500 yards/m is normal.
Marco Polo Hunting in Kyrgyzstan
Weather
During daylight hours in October the temperature is from 45 to 57°F / 5-15°C and at night 14 to 23°F / -5 -10°C. In November the temperature is from 5-14°F/ -10 -15°C and at nighttime from – 4 to + 5°F/ -15 -20°C. Hunters can expect hard frost in the mornings, wind, and sometimes deep snow in November.
Kyrgyzstan is a good destination for the hunters who are looking for all subspecies of Argali.
Average size of Hume Argali is 48-51 inches with occasional 60inches trophy taken. It is an unforgettable adventure to hunt at 12000 feet on a horseback, when you are surrounded by a beautiful alpine panorama.
