Bukharan Ibex in Tajikistan

There is a newly recognized subspecies of an mid-Asian ibex in Tajikistan - Bukharan (Capra sibirica alaiana). This is not a new species, but rather an opportunity for GSCO, through their milestones, to add value to all Capra species throughout Asia, and simultaneously give members in pursuit of Capra species more hunting opportunities.

The mid-Asian in Kyrgyzstan, the Himalayan ibex in Pakistan, and the mid-Asian-Bukharan and mid-Asian-Pamir ibex in Tajikistan each display slight morphological differences between one another which are mostly attributed to climate, elevation, and habitat. For example, the mid-Asian from Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan have a much larger body than those of the Pamirs. Bukharan Ibex from Tajikistan have a dark brown colored fur.

Although we recognize that ibex of lower elevations of Tajikistan may more closely resemble ibex from Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan with less visible morphologic differences, until further studies can be done, newly ibex from the Western parts of Pamirs  are classified as “Mid-Asian Bukharan ibex”.

PROFESSIONAL RUSSIAN OUTFITTERS operates in the best areas in Western Pamirs. We do have the finest, most experienced guides. Our guests can expect 100% success on Bukharan Ibex.

Route

The best option to fly to Dushanbe is with Turkish Airlines via Istanbul, Turkey. You will be met in Dushanbe by our VIP service and our crew and assisted at the customs. Then you will be driven by Toyota Land Cruiser about 5 hours to the village next to the hunting area where you will be accommodated in the wooden house.

Hunting season

The season is from September 1 to mid December. Hunt is also possible in January and February.

We recommend the dates in November and early December.

Climate

Usually, weather is favorable and more predictable during the hunting period in this region. During daylight hours in November the temperature is from 30 to 500F (0 to 100C) and during nighttime from 5 to 140F (-10 to -150C). Windy conditions.

Hunting

This is typical spot and stalk hunt. You will move in the area with 4x4 vehicle till you reach the rocky slopes of the valleys and glass the hillsides and feeding areas. For lunch in the field we offer you hot drinks, sandwiches, salami, dry fruit and nuts. Once the trophy is located you complete your stalking on foot. You will hunt at around 9,000 feet/3,000 m. Physical condition is a factor on the stalking portion of the hunt. A long range shooting, up to 400-500 yards/ up 360 to 450 m is usual.

Field treatment and shipment

The skin of the trophy will be carefully treated, ears turned off, lips and nose opened and salted, the scull boiled and cleaned. The trophies are properly packed.

Camp & Accommodation

Camp is a comfortable hunting lodge with separate rooms for sleeping and one dining room. You will find good food and high quality service. The camp is equipped with a satellite-phone and satellite internet (wi-fi), and has everything for first medical aid. In the area you have little houses for the overtights if you spike out.

Schedule

Day 1        early morning arrival in Dushanbe, customs formalities, drive to hunting area, further vehicle transfer to the hunting camp, accommodation, rest

Day 2-7     6 days hunt

Day 8        return to Dushanbe, overnight

Day 9        departure home