Azerbaijan, strategically located at the crossroads of East and West Asia, borders Russia, Georgia, Armenia, Iran, and the Caspian Sea. The Caucasus Mountains traverse the country from northwest to southeast, offering a mountainous landscape reaching up to 3,400 meters, with craggy peaks, deep canyons, and ridges—ideal for nature lovers and mountaineers.
The Caucasian Tur hunt lasts five days, and each hunter has a personal guide, improving the chances of success in the challenging terrain. From Baku, the local team transports the hunters for six to eight hours to the mountains, with breaks for rest and meals. The ascent to base camp, by horse or converted Soviet-era truck, takes about three hours.
The shelter is basic but provides the necessary amenities for resting after each day's hunt. The hunt begins at dawn, proceeding on foot from the shelter and sometimes sleeping in fly camps to maximize time. The season runs from June to October, with June and July being the best months, although the weather can be unpredictable.
This hunt is very demanding. Training and practicing long-range shooting is recommended, as the terrain and altitude make the experience challenging. It is not suitable for beginners. We recommend groups of no more than 3 hunters.