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Markhor Trophy Hunt — Pakistan

The World's Rarest Trophy — Pakistan's National Animal in its Mountain Fortress

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14 Days

Duration

4,500m

Max Elevation

1–2 pax

Group Size

Chitral District (KPK) or Gilgit-Baltistan

Region

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About This Tour

The Kashmir Markhor (Capra falconeri) — Pakistan's national animal — is widely regarded as the world's most coveted mountain trophy. With its spectacular corkscrew horns, impeccable mountain habitat, and extreme rarity, a Markhor permit is more sought-after than almost any other hunting licence in the world. In 2025, a single Astore Markhor permit sold at government auction for $370,000 — a world record for any hunting licence. Importantly, 80% of all hunting revenue flows directly to local communities under Pakistan's internationally acclaimed Community Conservation Programme, which has turned Markhor from near-extinction to a thriving population. Wonderland Treks & Tours provides the full ground logistics package for Markhor hunters who have secured their government permit: experienced tracking guides, camp setup, cook, transport, and all permits for movement in restricted areas. The hunts take place in Community Managed Conservation Areas (CMCAs) in Chitral District or Gilgit-Baltistan between November and April — the optimal season for trophy Markhor.

Tour Highlights

Kashmir Markhor — world's most prestigious mountain trophy, national animal of Pakistan

Community Conservation Programme — 80% of permit fee funds local villages

Record prices at auction: $370,000 for Astore Markhor in 2025 — global record

Remote mountain habitat — hunts above 3,000m in spectacular Hindu Kush/Karakoram terrain

Experienced local tracking guides with 20+ years of Markhor knowledge

Full camp setup, cook, and logistics in restricted border areas

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Islamabad — Arrival & Briefing

🏠 Hotel Islamabad🍽️ Dinner

Arrive Islamabad. Meet guides. Permit verification and equipment check.

Islamabad → Hunting Area

🏠 Hotel Chitral / GB🍽️ All meals

Fly to Chitral or drive to hunting zone. Meet community representatives.

Camp Setup & Area Reconnaissance

🏠 Hunt Camp🍽️ All meals

Establish hunt camp in the CMCA. Scout with trackers.

Hunt Days 1–3

🏠 Hunt Camp🍽️ All meals

Dawn departures with trackers. Spotting and stalking in Markhor habitat (3,000–4,500m).

Hunt Days 4–6

🏠 Hunt Camp🍽️ All meals

Continued hunting. Rest and re-evaluation of routes as needed.

Hunt Days 7–9

🏠 Hunt Camp🍽️ All meals

Final hunting days. Trophy photography, processing, and community celebration if successful.

Return to Islamabad

🏠 Hotel Islamabad🍽️ All meals

Pack camp. Drive/fly to Islamabad. Trophy documentation.

Departure

🏠 🍽️ Breakfast

Airport transfer. Export paperwork assistance.

Included

All transport Islamabad to hunting area and return (4WD)
Experienced licensed Markhor guide and tracker
Cook and camp staff
Full camp equipment (sleeping tents, kitchen, dining)
All meals throughout the hunt
Restricted zone movement permits (for logistics — government hunting permit purchased separately)
Trophy handling and export paperwork assistance
Islamabad hotel (1 night pre/post), Chitral/GB hotel (2 nights)
Emergency communication

Not Included

Government Markhor hunting permit (applied for separately via Government of Pakistan auction — typically $67,500+ base price, auction prices far higher)
International airfares and Pakistan visa
Trophy taxidermy and international shipping
Personal hunting rifle and ammunition (hunters bring own)
Travel insurance

Best Season

Winter

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a Markhor hunting permit?

Permits are issued by the Government of Pakistan through an annual auction, typically advertised in September with bids received in November. The Government of Gilgit-Baltistan and KPK independently manage their CMCAs. Wonderland does not sell permits — we provide the logistics support once you have a permit. We can guide you through the application process.

What is the success rate?

With our experienced trackers who know the CMCA boundaries and Markhor movement patterns, our clients achieve a very high success rate. Markhor populations have recovered dramatically under the conservation programme — our guides have 20+ years of hunting these specific areas.

Is trophy hunting conservation or exploitation?

Pakistan's Markhor hunting programme is internationally recognized as a conservation success. 80% of permit fees go directly to local communities, giving them a financial incentive to protect Markhor from poaching. Since the programme started, Markhor populations have increased from fewer than 200 to over 5,000 in key areas.

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PKR 560,000/ person

$2,000 USD · 4–5 persons

Group Size

Transport

Toyota Hiace / Coaster. Comfortable, most popular.

Hotels · 3 nights

3-star hotels & clean guesthouses. En-suite bathrooms.

Base · 4–5 personsPKR 560,000

Total per personPKR 560,000

Includes guide, all meals, permits & accommodation.
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