Russia

Kuban Tur

Of the Russian Mountain trophies, the Kuban Tur ranks high on most hunter’s lists. They can only be found in a comparatively small part of the Caucasus Mountains and this hunt offers an extremely challenging experience. Many hunters in the past have traveled back home without seeing a single ram.  

ProfiHunt has refined this hunt’s success rate basis their experience and in last two years 100% of their hunters have had an opportunity to take a Kuban Tur trophy, with 80% achieving success. 

Note that the Kuban Tur counts towards both the Ovis and Capra World Slams.  The Caucasian Chamois which can be added to this hunt, also counts toward both the Ovis and Capra World Slams.  Other trophies available during this hunt include European Roe Deer, Wild Boar and Mid-Eastern Brown Bear.

Getting to the Hunting Area

You will fly into Moscow and upon arrival you will be met by ProfiHunt’s representative who will assist you in the customs formalities.  You’ll then most likely spend the evening in a hotel in Moscow.  In the morning you will fly two hours to Mineralnyye Vody and then transfer 3 hours via car to Cherkessk, complete the Visa Registration process, and stay in a Hotel.  The next morning you will transfer via car to the hunting area.

Hunting Camps

Accommodations are in tented camps at an elevation of 5,100 feet.  The tents are large in size and you will sleep on cots with showers also available.  You will experience good home style food and quality service with electricity being provided by an electric generator.

Hunting Methods

During the day you will travel the upper edges of the mountains and the valley while glassing the hillsides and feeding areas. You will be on horseback, so you should expect extensive horseback riding, coupled with considerable walking and hiking.   Some knowledge and experience with horses and ridding is definitely a plus. 

Temporary tented camps are set up with the specific goal of hunting a particular trophy or area. Rams are generally located in very remote country at elevations approaching 9,000 feet. Once a trophy is spotted you complete your stalk on foot.  Your physical condition is definitely a factor for this hunt.