The Gilgit-Baltistan Hunting Trophy is a controlled, government-sanctioned program in northern Pakistan that allows hunters to hunt specific species of wildlife under strict regulations. The primary species available for hunting include the Himalayan Ibex, Markhor, Blue Sheep, and Urial. These hunts typically occur between November and April, coinciding with the prime season for spotting these animals.

This program serves a dual purpose: generating revenue for the local communities and promoting wildlife conservation. A significant portion of the trophy fees is returned to the local population, encouraging them to protect wildlife instead of engaging in poaching. By legalizing and controlling the hunting of limited numbers of these species, the initiative aims to protect endangered populations while providing economic benefits to remote areas of Gilgit-Baltistan.

The region's stunning landscapes, including rugged mountain terrain and expansive valleys, add to the allure for international hunters. However, the hunts are tightly regulated, with permits and quotas issued by the Wildlife Department of Gilgit-Baltistan to ensure the sustainability of the wildlife populations.

Key Points:

Species: Markhor, Ibex, Urial, Blue Sheep

Season: November to April

Purpose: Conservation and local community development

Management: Wildlife Department of Gilgit-Baltistan

This program has attracted interest from trophy hunters worldwide, but it is a crucial part of Gilgit-Baltistan's conservation efforts.

Note:

Season: Trophy hunting is typically available from November to April.

Permits: All necessary permits for hunting will be secured in advance, ensuring compliance with local regulations and conservation efforts.

Accommodations: A mix of hotels in cities and tented camps in remote hunting areas, providing both comfort and adventure.

HUNTING AREAS

1. Sakwar/Jutial/Barmas : Spread over an area of 75 Sq Km, this hunting haven contains the species of Markhor, Ibex, Snow Leopard, Musk Deer, and Wooly Flying Squirrel.
2. Kargah: Kargah, spread over an area of 254 Sq Km, provides to be the habitat for Markhor and Snow Leopard. It also boasts to be an archaeological site.
3. Sai Juglote: Sai Juglote is situated some 45 km east of Gilgit and is spread across an area of 326 Sq Km, boasting to be home to the mighty Markhor and Ibex.
4. Haramosh: Providing to bet he habitat for Markhor and Ibex, Haramosh covers an area of 60 Sq Km in the south-central region of the Rakaposh-Haramosh Mountains.  
5. Danyore: Danyore is spread across an of 483 Sq Km and provides the habitat for Markhor, Ibex, and Snow Leopard.
6. Bagrot: Spread across an area of 482 Sq Km, Bagrot valley is home to Ibex and Snow  Leopard.
7. Harali: Harali covers an area of 406 Sq Km and is home to Markhor, Ibex, and Snow Leopard.
8. Raminji: Ramanji serves to be the habitat for Ibex and Snow Leopard.
9. Sikanderabad/Nilt/Jafferabad: The vicinity is spread across 50 Sq Km and is home to Markhor, Ibex, and Snow Leopard.
10. Bar Nagar: Bar covers an area of 906 Sq Km and is home to Snow Leopard and Ibex.
11. Gulmet/Minapin: Spread across an area of 210 Sq Km, this CCHA is home to Ibex, Markhor, and Snow Leopard.
12. Hoper/Hisper: Hoper/Hisper is spread across an area of 1153 Sq Km and is home to Snow Leopard and Ibex.
13. Hushey: Hushey is situated in the Khaplu district of Skardu division and spread across an area of 583 Sq Km. Hushey is home to Ibex and Snow Leopard. 
14. Kanday/Sailing: Spread across an area of 105 Sq Km in the Khaplu district of Skardu, Sailing is home to Ibex and Snow Leopard.
15. Nar/Ghoro: Spread across an area of 116 Sq Km, Ghoro is home to Urial, Ibex, and Snow Leopard.
16. Hussainabad/Goal: Goal is home to Ibex and Snow Leopard, and is spread across an area of 130 Sq Km. 
17. Qurumber- Ghizer: Qurumber is spread across an area of 647 Sq Km and is the habitat for Ibex and Snow Leopard. 
18. Yasin – Ghizer: Spread across an area of 165 Sq Km, the community controlled hunting area is home to Ibex and Snow Leopard.
19. Ishkomen – Ghizer: Covering an area of 115 Sq Km, Ishkomen is home to Ibex and Snow Leopard.
20. Sher Qila – Ghizer: Spread across an area of 65 Sq Km, the hunting area is home to Ibex, Markhor, and Snow Leopard. 
21. KVO: Covering an area of 650 Sq Km, KVO is home to ibex, Blue Sheep, and Snow Leopard.
22. Shimshal: Shimshal situated in the Gojal Tehsil of Hunza District, is home to Ibex, Blue Sheep, and Snow Leopard and is spread across an area of 168.3 Sq Km.  It also boasts to be the highest settlement in the district. 
23. Khyber: Spread across an area of 323 Sq Km, Khyber is home to Ibex and Snow Leopard.
24. Bunji: Bunji is home to Markhor, Urial, Snow Leopard, Ibex, and Musk Deer.
25. Doyan: Doyan serves to be the habitat for Markhor and Snow Leopard. 
26. DMT: DMT is home to Snow Leopard, Ibes, and Markhor. 
27. Pairishing – Astore: Spread across an area of 220 Sq Km, the area is home to Ibex and Musk Deer. 
28. GoriKot/Tarishing: Covering an area of 181.3 Sq Km, Gorikote provides to be the habitat for Musk Deer, Ibex, and Snow Leopard.
29. Rupal: Rupal is spread across an area of 524 Sq Km and is home to Ibex and Snow Leopard. 
30. Kalapani: Kalapani covers an area of 650 Sq Km and is home to Ibex and Snow Leopard. 
31. Buar-Gini: Buar – Gini covers an area of 798 Sq Km and is home to Ibex and Snow Leopard.
32. Basho: Basho serves to be the habitat for Ibex and Snow Leopard. 
33. Gulkin: Ghulkin is a settlement in the Gojal Tehsil of Hunza district and is home to Ibex and Snow Leopard. The area is spread across 103 Sq Km. 
34. Hussaini: hussaini is spread across an area of 55 Sq Km and is home to Ibex and Snow Leopard.
35. Passu: Passu is spread across 80 Sq Km and provides to be the habitat for Ibex, Blue Sheep, and Snow Leopard.
36. Misgar: Misgar is spread across 956 Sq Km and provides to be the habitat for Ibex and Snow Leopard.
37. Gulmit: Gulmit provides to be the habitat for Ibex and Snow Leopard.
38. Chupursan: Bordering Afghanistan and China in the north-most part of Gilgit-Baltistan, Chupursan provides to be the habitat for Ibex and Snow Leopard.
39. Shinaki: Spread across an area of 233 Sq Km, the Shinaki vicinity is home to Ibex and Snow Leopard.
40. Darel/Dudushal: Spread across an area of 886 Sq Km, Darel provides to be the habitat for Snow Leopard and Ibex. 
41. Khanbari: Doyan serves to be the habitat for Markhor and Snow Leopard. 
42. Hudur: Hudur is home to Ibex and Snow Leopard. It covers an area of 404 Sq Km.
43. Kinar: Spread across an area of 326 Sq Km, Khinar is home to Ibex and Snow Leopard. 
44. Thole: Covering an area of 315 Sq Km, Thore is home to Ibex and Snow Leopard. 
45. Tangir: Tangir covers an area of 1171 Sq Km and is home to Markhor and Snow Leopard. 
46. Thak – Niat: Covering an area of 533 Sq Km, it provides to be the habitat for Ibex and Snow Leopard.
47. SKB: Spread across an area of 1598 Sq Km, SKB is home to Markhor and Snow Leopard.