Ibex Hunting in Turkey

Anatolian Ibex, also known as the Bezoar Ibex, is one of the most handsome of all Ibex species, with the world’s longest horns in relation to body weight. Horns can grow to 140+ cm (55"+). The hide of the male Ibex is decorated in a wonderful harmony of black and white during the rutting season.

THE HUNTING

Anatolia, the bridge between Asia and Europe, contains rich hunting grounds which have been hunted for thousands of years by civilizations from the Hittites to the Romans and the Ottomans.

From the Taurus Mountains of the Mediterranean to the Mercan Mountains of Eastern Anatolia and the Kaçkar Mountains of the Black Sea region, this area has its own species such as Anatolian Ibex, Anatolian Chamois, Anatolian (Konya) Sheep, East Anatolian (Armenian) Sheep, Mid Asian Brown Bear, Anatolian Wild Boar, Anatolian Red Deer, Roe Deer, Gazelle, Wolf and Lynx.

The Ibex hunt is a typical spot and stalk hunt. You will start the day very early and drive to the mountain for around 30-45 minutes from the hotel/lodge. As it gets light enough, you will start glassing and try to find the best trophy. It is very common to see 10-15 male ibex a day if the hunt takes place during the rut. After locating the desired trophy, the final stalk is carried out on foot. The shooting distance is usually around 200-250 meters (220-275 yards).

OTHER SPECIES

Depending on the season, you can combine this hunt with Stag, Sheep, Chamois, Wild Boar hunts in Turkey.

Pricing & Fees

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INCLUDED IN YOUR HUNT

7 nights accommodations
5 days of hunting
All Meals
All beverages
Visa invitation
Hunting licenses
Gun import permit
Hunting organization up to 7 days
Trophy fee for 1 Trophy Ibex
Area fees
Customs clearance
Transfer from/to closest airport of main destination
Interpreter and local guide.

NOT INCLUDED IN YOUR HUNT

International & domestic air fares
Visa costs
Hotels accommodations before and/or after the hunt
Hotel extras
Insurance health, life, third parties liability, cancellation
Istanbul airport handling $300.00 each
Trophy shipment for USA - $1,500.00 per trophy (packing, paperwork, local and international transportation, formalities, air cargo, shipment fee)
Cites $500.00 per trophy
Extra hunting days
Gun rental
Gratuities
Additional species harvest fee and trophy upgrades