1. Final Destination
Moscow or Saint Petersburg will be the two main access points to Russia. However, due to the immensity of the country and the wide spectrum of hunting possibilities, it will be necessary to get a domestic flight followed by a car transfer which will leave hunters close to the hunting areas.
2. Hunting Areas
Our hunting areas in Russia are distributed throughout the whole country and will always be determined according to the hunting species. In general terms, 3 different hunting areas can be differentiated:
Russian Caucasus: It includes de republics of Krasnodar, Karachayevo-Cherkessia, Kabardino-Balkaria, Ossetia, Ingushetia, Chechenia and Dagestan, our main destinations for Dagestan Tur, Mid-Caucasian Tur, Kuban Tur and Caucasian Chamois, amongst other species.
Eastern Russia: It includes the regions of Khabarovsk, Magadan, Chukotka, Kamchatka and Sakhalin Island, where different types of bear, moose and sheep can be found.
Siberia: It includes de regions of Kurgan and Ekaterinburg to the west, Altai and Tuva to the centre and south, as well as the eastern part of Yakutia, paradise destination for the biggest Siberian roe deer, bear, moose, maral and snow sheep, just to mention a few.
3. Accommodation
During the hunts, the accommodation will depend on the hunting area which could vary from comfortable and spacious lodges in our capercaillie areas to tented camps or cabins in the most remote areas of the Caucasus and Kamchatka.
4. Hunting Season
The hunting season in Russia varies according to the area and the species. Please refer to the specific hunting programs to check the exact season.
5. General Comment
With a total extension larger than all the European countries combined, Russia is without any doubt one of the world’s finest hunting destinations. The country encompasses a great variety of habitats, amongst which, three different territories are differentiated. Firstly, the Russian Caucasus. Although its mountains may not be as tough as those found in Azerbaijan’s side, the scenarios are simply breathtaking. Regions such as Karachayevo-Cherkessia, Kabardino-Balkaria, Ossetia and Dagestan are where most of our Tur and Caucasian Chamois hunts take place and that we have personally hunted for the last 25 years. In the central eastern part of the country, the vast tundra plains stretch to the grassy lands of the Volga River, meeting the Chukotka and Kamchatka regions where some of the best snow sheep and bear hunts are available. Finally, Siberia, whose region stretches from the Ural Mountains all the way to the Okhotsk Sea.
With regards to the quality standards, it is particularly important to highlight the huge cultural difference between rural Russia and western countries. This, together with the difficulty of getting to some of its areas, the language barrier and the fact that hunting in Russia is usually not cheap, compels to always put ourselves in the best hands. It is essential to rely on an internationalized ouftitter in order to avoid nasty surprises, so common in some places of Russia.
In Camino Real Hunting Consultants, we have been working with the same outfitter for over 20 years. On top of the outstanding services provided, their transparency and the results achieved by our clients, has enabled us to be continually active in Russia for many years, gaining a wide knowledge of the country and its amazing hunting possibilities. A representative of the outfitter or the owner himself will always travel with our clients during the whole hunt from the moment they meet in Moscow and will look after every detail, something really appreciated by our clients.
6. Included
Invitation letter
Airport assistance and custom clearance upon arrival and departure
Transfer from/to airport
Transport during the hunt
Full board accommodation during the hunt
Rifle import permit
Hunting licence
Team of hunting guides
7. Not Included
Flights
Visa costs
Non-hunter observers
Taxidermy, dip & pack and trophy shipping
Veterinary certificate and CITES if required
Additional trophies
Accommodation before and after the hunt outside the hunting grounds
Sightseeing
Tips
Personal costs