Marco Polo Kyrgyzstan

As I have just posted a hunt for MP in Tajikistan, some might wonder what is the difference. Essentially they are the same species. The sheep in Kyrgyzstan live at a lower altitude and sport shorter horns. An ideal trophy here is an old ram with good mass to the horns. These Marco Polo are also called Tian Shan MP, as they are in the Tian Shan mountains. This hunt is also a lot cheaper than the one in Tajikistan!

- GSCO/Ovis recognize Tian-Shan argali and Hume argali in Kyrgyzstan
- SCI recognize Marco polo and Tian-Shan argali in Kyrgyzstan
The Hunting department of Kyrgyzstan lists it on the CITES permit as MARCO POLO ARGALI - Ovis ammon polii, they do not recognize any different kind of sheep.



A: Bishkek
B to D: Hunting areas

12 day trip, 9 days of hunting, 1x1, including one Marco Polo trophy any size 24,900
Ibex trophy $4,500
Non Hunter $5,000

(NOTE these are 2014 prices still awaiting final price on 2015, which should be announced shortly, hopefully they wont be too much of a difference if any in 2015).

INCLUDED IN ABOVE PRICE

• Meet & greet at the airport in Bishkek
• English speaking translator and guide who will help interact with the local guides as well
• gun import permit, vet certificates, CITES
• Transportation to/from the hunting region and in the area itself
• Local PH and team
• Accommodation and meals in the camp during the hunt
• 1 Marco polo argali
• All serving staff in the camp
• Trophy field care
Export CITES and Vet certificate


NOT INCLUDED IN ABOVE PRICE

• Airline ticket to/from Bishkek
VIP Service at Bishkek airport apprx $150
• Hotels and meals in Bishkek
• Visa
• alcohol, personal expenses
• Overweight charged by airlines
• Trophy shipment
• Tips

HUNTING SEASON
September – December,
February – March.
Best time is October – November, and end of February – March.

ITINERARY

Day 1: Arrival in Bishkek. Custom formalities, transfer to the base camp (11-14 hours)
Day 2 - 10: Horseback ride to the spike camp (5-6 hours). 9 day hunt.
Day 11: Back to Bishkek, stay overnight.
Day 12: Departure home.


THE HUNT
This is a classic mountain spot and stalk hunt. Hunting in Kyrgyzstan requires a lot of horse riding. The elevation range is 9,500 – 11,500 feet above sea level. The stalk is completed on foot once the desired trophy is located. Spike camps are used to stay within the hunting area. Average shooting distance is 350-400 yards.

ACCOMODATION
The base camps are located at 9,300 – 9.700 feet. These are comfortable lodges with separate guest rooms, dining area, and sauna. Tented spike camps or wooden cabins are used to save time and stay within the hunting area.

We will assist you with applying for your CITES import permit from USFW. We can also assist with flight bookings and other travel details.

You can expect to take a Marco Polo trophy between 48"-52". On this hunt you can also take an Ibex trophy.

Thanks for looking.

Arjun Reddy
Http://www.HuntersNetworks.com
30 Ivy Hill Road
Brewster, NY 10509
USA
Tel: 845 259 3628
email: arjun@huntersnetworks.com