The imposing High Altai Argali of the Mongolian steppes is considered the King of wild sheep. Quotas are limited and prices have consequently escalated year-over-year due to the rising cost of hunting permits and demand by international sheep hunters. These sheep should be considered in the context of rarity instead of abundance, and the time to hunt them is always now.

Not every area containing High Altai Argali produce the biggest specimens. But our on-the-ground knowledge and year-round scouting by expert local teams helps us pinpoint the most productive trophy areas.

Getting There: Hunters will be met in Ulaanbaatar and assisted with firearms clearance. Depending on flight arrival times, hunters will either overnight or connect directly to the hunting area.

Hunt Strategy: The mountains of western Mongolia are generally covered in grass that is less than ankle high in most places. The high rolling terrain is highly navigable by SUVs which help cover a lot of ground for glassing. Most sheep are taken roughly between 2,300-3,000 meters (approx. 7,000 -10,000 ft.). Shots are typically long – from 350-550 meters (approx. 400-600 yds.) on average.

Season: July-September. Our guides apply time-tested hunt strategies for temperatures and seasonal patterns of movement during the entire season.

Length of Hunt: 11-day program including in-country travel.

Options: Various combination hunts with High Altai Argali are possible, including one or more of the three other Argali species (Northern, Hangai, and Gobi) as well as with Maral stag, Gobi Ibex, and Altai Ibex. Please inquire about individual and combination hunt options in Mongolia.