Hunt Sulaiman Markhor in Pakistan

2025 / 2026

Hunt Sulaiman Markhor in Pakistan

Price on Request - Depends on Auction Bid*

THIS HUNT INCLUDES:

• 5 Travel Days / 5 Hunting Days
• 1 Trophy Fee for a Sulaiman Markhor
• Accommodation While in the Field
• Meet and Greet in Islamabad
• Transport on the territory
• Transfer from/to airport
• Guiding by PH
• Field trophy preparation
• Trophy measurement
• Hunting license
• Gun permits
• Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinners
• Snacks
• Beverages/soft drinks

THIS HUNT EXCLUDES:

• The following insurances: health, life, third-party liability, and cancellation
• International airfare
• Visa costs
• TIPS for Guide(s), porters, cook, driver, villagers
• Hotels before and after the hunt are payable by the client directly ($300 / day)
• Courier services fee (Shall be Payable after hunt - $1200 Total)
• CITES Quarantine
• Export Documents
• Destination Charges
• Extra trophies
• Sightseeing tours

Observers: $800 / Day

Extra Hunting Days: $1,500 / Day

Rifle Rental – Not Available (Bring your own rifle and ammunition)

A Sulaiman Markhor hunt in Pakistan is a rare and thrilling adventure for the most extreme mountain hunters. Found in the rugged mountains of the Torghar region in Balochistan, this hunt offers you one of the most desirable trophies in the world from one of the most remote corners of the country. The Sulaiman Markhor, known for its tightly corkscrewed horns and elusive nature, is one of the most impressive and challenging mountain animals you’ll ever pursue.

The landscape here is arid and harsh, made up of rocky ridges, dry riverbeds, and steep escarpments. Elevations aren’t as extreme as in the northern ranges, but the dry, hot climate and the unpredictable terrain demand physical readiness and mental grit. This hunt is a journey into a land few outsiders ever get to see. The Sulaiman Markhor is a symbol of resilience and wild beauty, and bringing one home is a true testament to your mountain hunting legacy.

*The price is this hunt is dependent on how much each tag is auctioned off each year. For this hunt, you will send in your deposit to be held in escrow in the United States. The outfitter will then go to the yearly tag auction on your behalf and bid up to the upper limit price you set. If successful, the balance will be due immediately. If unsuccessful, your deposit will be returned in full to attempt again next year.

The Sulaiman Markhor Hunting Area / Terrain:

The outfitter hunts Sulaiman Markhor in the Torgar region. In this area, you can expect average elevations of 3,000m (10,000 ft) above sea level. These markhors in this area live in relatively high elevations, but are one of the lower dwelling species of markhor in the country. Altitude medication can be used, but it is not a necessity for these elevations.

These hunts will be in the Balochistan region, the largest and most sparsely populated province of Pakistan. The terrain here consists of arid mountains, rocky plateaus, and wide desert valleys, with scattered patches of scrub and hardy vegetation. The landscape is quite harsh and remote, offering a true sense of isolation and raw nature. These unforgiving conditions are the perfect habitat for elusive species like the Sulaiman Markhor, and make any expedition into Balochistan a demanding yet deeply rewarding experience full of incredible natural beauty.

Afghan Urial share the same mountainous territory as the Sulaiman Markhor does, so you may see these animals as well. You can package these two hunts together as a combo. If interested, special arrangements can be made to harvest both these trophies on a single hunt.

About The Sulaiman Markhor:

The Sulaiman Markhor (Capra falconeri jerdoni) is a rare subspecies of the markhor, found in the remote, dry mountains of the Torghar region in Balochistan, Pakistan. Also known as the Straight-horned Markhor, it is smaller in body size compared to its northern cousins. Males are easily identified by their impressive, tightly curled corkscrew horns that can reach over 30 inches in length. Their coat is typically short and sleek due to the hot, arid climate, with longer hair forming a mane along the chest and neck, especially in mature males.

These animals are well adapted to their desert-mountain environment, where they nimbly navigate steep cliffs, broken rock outcrops, and dry ravines in search of sparse vegetation. They are quite skittish animals and very wary of movement, making a successful stalk and hunt on them an impressive feat! You can expect your trophy to be around 30”, though with luck and a lot of time in the mountains, it is possible to harvest upwards of a 36” trophy in these areas. 

The Sulaiman Markhor Outfitter:

This outfitter has spent his entire life growing up and hunting in these regions, outfitting in Pakistan, and has a thorough understanding of everything, including:

• Document Preparation
• Bidding for the best hunting areas
• Spending time in the field year-round
• Having contacts in many villages
• Speaking the local dialects
• Glowing references

Sulaiman Markhor Travel:

All areas that will be used for hunting are safe areas and are not in regions with insurgent activity. Over a period of many years, the outfitter has conducted these hunts without any safety issues.

Arrival is at Islamabad International Airport (also known as Benazir International). International flights normally arrive after midnight into the early morning hours. You will meet your representative at the international arrivals area, where you will proceed with your firearms clearance. 

Once firearms are cleared, you will get on your domestic flight to Quetta, which takes about 2 hours. Once you arrive, you’ll begin your drive to Torgar, where the hunt will be taking place, and stay there. 

The next morning, you will meet all your field staff and the local villagers. The local villagers will have been keeping an eye out for trophies for the past couple of months and keep tabs on where the populations are moving to. For the few weeks leading up to your arrival, they'll do their best to get photos of trophies they see and what areas they've been spotted in for you to focus your search. Your field staff will also be going out every day and glassing for trophies, and if they have a good eye on one, you'll be brought to that area to start your search. The terrain here is very dry and can fluctuate from very cold to very hot up in the mountains. The air is thin, and stalking a trophy can be very difficult, especially if you are not in good shape. For this markhor hunt, you need to be in very good shape to climb these mountains and endure the tough, arid terrain in pursuit of your trophy.

After the hunt, you will drive back to Quetta and stay overnight at the Serena.

Sample Itinerary for Hunting Sulaiman Markhor

Day 01 – Arrival at Islamabad International Airport. Flights normally arrive in the early morning. After meeting at the international arrivals terminal, you and the outfitter will proceed directly to the domestic terminal to catch a flight to Quetta (approx. 2 hours). From Quetta, you’ll drive approximately 7 hours to the hunting village, where you will be staying for the hunt.

Day 02 – You’ll meet the field staff and local villagers who will come to meet you in camp. Get a feel for the hunting area and plan.

Day 03 – Scout / Hunt (camp)
Day 04 – Scout / Hunt (camp)
Day 05 – Scout / Hunt (camp)
Day 06 – Scout / Hunt (camp)
Each evening, you will return to the camp.

Day 07 – Depart camp and drive back to Quetta. Depending on arrival time and domestic flight availability, you may fly back to Islamabad this same day. If not, you’ll overnight at a hotel in Quetta.

Day 08 – Fly to Islamabad (if not done the previous day). Overnight at the Pearl Continental Hotel.

Day 09 – Spend the day at the Pearl Continental. This is also a buffer day in case of any delays in the schedule (travel delays often happen in Pakistan). Overnight at Pearl Continental.

Day 10 – Late night check-out and transfer to Islamabad International Airport for your international flight back home.

The Sulaiman Markhor Hunting Accommodations:

For this hunt, you’ll be staying in a very basic guest house while in the field. The remoteness of this hunt requires staying off the beaten path. You can expect to have full running water, an en-suite bathroom, and electrical power, but cell and internet service may not be available. A satellite phone is highly recommended if you have a pressing need to stay in contact with business partners or family back home.

After the hunt, you will be staying in quality hotels in Quetta and Islamabad. In Quetta, you will be staying at the Serena, and in Islamabad, you will be staying at the Pearl Continental. 

Hunters need to be in full mountain shape for this hunt. Be prepared to hike for miles up steep mountains and cliffs while breathing thin, dry air and potentially experiencing temperature shifts ranging from very hot to very cold. While this is a high-elevation hunt, it is also considered a desert in this area. Diamox can be used for this hunt if needed. 

The Sulaiman Markhor Hunting Season:

The Sulaiman Markhor hunting season opens on the 1st of December and runs to the end of March. The season dates are subject to change each year.

THE BEST TIMES TO HUNT SULAIMAN MARKHOR

The months of December and January are the best times to hunt these animals. During these months, the animals are at their lowest elevations and are just coming out of the rut, giving you the best chance to get the jump on a giant!

As you get closer to the end of the season, the Sulaiman Markhor tend to move up higher in the mountains to stay cooler as temperatures increase, which can make accessing these already remote animals that much more difficult. 

Recommended Firearms and Shooting Distances:

A 300 Win Mag or a similar caliber with two boxes (40 bullets) is recommended. Hunters should be prepared to take shots from 250 to 800 meters.

Packing List:

A detailed packing list will be provided to the client after the hunt is booked.

Trophy Handling:

The outfitter will dry salt the skin and apply hydrogen peroxide to the skull. They will arrange delivery to the shipping agent who will send the trophies to the client by air. The trophies will typically be delivered within 1-2 days after the hunt.

Weather:

The weather varies by month:

Peak Winter – December through February

Cool but more comfortable: November, March, and April

Altitude:

Typical altitudes will range from 3,000 – 4,000 meters (10,000 – 13,000 feet) above sea level.

Medications:

Diamox can be used for this hunt due to the altitudes you will likely encounter.

Insurance:

Due to the remote location of this hunt, Medical Evac insurance is highly recommended.

Airfare:

Due to the frequent cancellations of flights due to weather, it is suggested that you book your return flight from Islamabad to your home as a changeable ticket.

Deposit Policy:

A deposit of $50,000 is required to book this hunt and send the outfitter to bid on your behalf at the tag auction. This will be held in escrow in the United States until a tag has been successfully purchased.

Cancellation Policy:

Deposits are non-refundable, and the balance is non-refundable once a tag has been purchased. Trip insurance is available to cover unforeseen circumstances.

Exclusions: International and domestic airfare. Hotels and meals before and after the hunt, Medical, Evacuation, and Trip Insurance, Alcohol, Taxidermy, Shipping of Trophies, Courier Services Fee, Gratuities

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