Dispatch Hunts – Himalayan Blue Sheep (Pakistan)

$31,000.00

Species: Himalayan Blue Sheep (Bharal, Pseudois nayaur)
Primary Areas: Gilgit-Baltistan (Hunza / Gojal, Skardu region)
Official Season (GB): Nov 1 – Apr 31
Best Periods: Late November – mid-January (rut) and late March–April (better weather/glassing)
Altitude: 3,500 – 5,500 m (11,500 – 18,000 ft)
Trip Length: 10 days (Islamabad → Islamabad)
Hunting Style: Spot-and-stalk in steep alpine terrain; strong mountain fitness recommended.

Itinerary (10 Days)

Day 1:

Arrive Islamabad, VIP meet & firearm clearance; overnight.

Day 2:

Fly to Gilgit or Skardu (depending on permit/area); ground transfer toward hunting valley.

Day 3

Final drive/trek to camp, acclimatization, glassing.

Days 4 - 8:

Five full hunting days for Blue Sheep (spot-and-stalk).

Day 8 (Eve):

Return to roadhead / town as conditions allow.

Day 9:

Fly back to Islamabad; overnight.

Day 10:

International departure.

Services Included

Government Blue Sheep trophy permit & provincial shooting license
Visa support and firearm import/export paperwork assistance
All airport meet/assist and transfers (Islamabad, Gilgit/Skardu)
Domestic airfare (Islamabad ↔ Gilgit/Skardu, weather dependent)
Hotels in cities plus fully outfitted mountain camp (tents, dining/kitchen, mountain safety equipment)
Full board meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner; tea/coffee; bottled/safe water)
Licensed, English-speaking PH and local guides
Support staff: shikaris, cook, camp assistants
Trophy field prep (skinning, salting, packing)
Liaison with government offices for permit compliance
Basic first aid kit and satellite phone access for emergencies

Services Not Included

International flights to/from Islamabad
Trophy export (CITES, veterinary certificates, customs, shipping)
Personal insurance and rescue/medical coverage (ground or helicopter)
Hunting gear, rifles/ammo, personal clothing
Excess baggage, portage, and shipment fees
Alcohol, special meals, laundry, room service, phone calls
Tips/gratuities for PH, guides, and staff
Any items not listed under “Included”

Booking Notes

Permits are quota-based and issued annually by Gilgit-Baltistan Wildlife Department. Early booking is critical to secure availability.
Best hunting is during rut (Nov–Jan) and in spring (Mar–Apr) when visibility and movement patterns are favorable.

Contact Dispatch Hunts – [email protected] | +1-406-580-5366

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