For over two decades, Caprinae Safaris has pursued the mastery of outfitting born out of obsession for details, ensuring every hunt aligns with the highest standards of quality and opportunity.
From the historic game lands of Europe to the jagged peaks of the Himalayas and onward to the windswept ridges of the Pamirs and the Mongolian steppes, this vast game-rich landscape has been a proving ground, a sanctuary, and a relentless teacher – testing body and spirit.
Over 23 Weatherby Award winners have entrusted their most precious hunts to us. Each hunter’s story is a testament of resilience, of learning the ancient rhythms of Ovis and Capra, and forging bonds with cultures and traditions as enduring as the mountains themselves. These were not just pursuits in quest of trophies but pilgrimages into the raw pulse of existence.
But we are not resting. We are accelerating boldly into a new era forged with greater know-how and personalized care. Our forward vision will take new aspiring hunters on a journey of courage and unrelenting awe for the untamed world.
More destinations. More challenging species. And more life-defining experiences. It will be epic.
- Skilled & Experienced
- Safety Focused:
- Respect for Nature
Jim Dovemberg
USA
"I have hunted many times with Caprinae in Turkey and Pakistan and consider them the best outfitters in the business. Riza and Mehmet are quality operators who have great knowledge of hunting in Asia. Their experience, professionalism, attention to detail, and organization are second to none. Not only are Riza and Mehmet first class but all of the Caprinae personnel who I have come in contact with were extremely professional. In a industry where "questionable" outfitters are not uncommon, Caprinae is a breath of fresh air."
Brad Coors
USA
"The purpose of my email is not to focus on what did not happen but what did. So, I want to send a personal note of thanks to you and Mehmet for the hospitality you extended during my hunting trip to Turkey. You have a wonderful team in your office too. This is my first time with Caprinae and I must say that I was quite impressed with the attention to detail your company made on my behalf. It was a thorough, seamless, coordinated effort. I also want to let you know that I had a great time with Serp. He is certainly professional and I expect that I will enjoy many hunts with him in the future. I know we will keep in touch regarding Azerbaijan but also on other new opportunities as well."
Jim Shockey
CA
After spending the last 30-years in the hunting industry, both as a Professional and a client, I can say that Riza and Mehmet, of Caprinae Travel, are world class outfitters, expiditers, booking agents, hunters. I would absolutely recommend themto anyone considering a hunting trip to Asia. While using the services of Caprinae in Asia, I have never had a single issue with any of the usual concerns for hunters travelling to that continent. They took care of every detail, their equipment was top notch, their knowledge of the animals was great and my success on taking the animals I was after, has been 100%! On top of all that, they are honest and good people. I am a huge fan of Caprinae Travel and there is nobody better in the hunting industry."
Denise & Tom Hoffman
USA
"I have hunted twice in Turkey for Bezoar Ibex and twice in Azerbaijan for Tur with Caprinae and have been successful at harvesting both animals with bow and arrow. I have had the pleasure of sharing camps with both Riza and Mehmet as well as other members of their staff. I have truely enjoyed my adventures with them and appreciate their dedication to making my hunts safe, enjoyable and successful. Keep Making Great Bowhunting Memories,"
Chris Jackson
USA
"Without hesitation, I wholeheartedly recommend Caprinae Safaris to anyone considering hunting in Europe, Asia or the Middle East. I have hunted with them numerous times and treasure the memories of each hunt. Given the challenges of combing international travel with hunting, I place my confidence in Caprinae, knowing that the things that are within their control will be taken care of as planned. Their competency and attention to detail are second to none. For those inevitable issues or challenges that do arise, they have shown a customer-first attitude, by continually placing the interests of the hunter, above all others. This level of expertise and attitude extends from their office staff thru to the guides/interpreters. I'm honored to call Riza and Mehmet my friends, along with the Caprinae staff that I've shared the mountains with including Alper, Captain Assad, Fahri and Mete."
Jack Frost
USA
"I have hunted twice in Turkey for Bezoar Ibex and twice in Azerbaijan for Tur with Caprinae and have been successful at harvesting both animals with bow and arrow. I have had the pleasure of sharing camps with both Riza and Mehmet as well as other members of their staff. I have truely enjoyed my adventures with them and appreciate their dedication to making my hunts safe, enjoyable and successful. Keep Making Great Bowhunting Memories,"
H. Cuellar
MEX
This is the first time in my life that I do not know how to start a message I want to send to you. I really feel my eyes crying of thankfulness for everything you did for me and Alejandra, but more specially for me. I have the sense of feeling that it's like a dream, but such a happy dream. I ask myself how could it be possible, in the conditions I was traveling, that I could finally take the trophy. It's not big, but for me it could be worth more than 50' and I thank my Lord, and you for granting me to take it. My dear nephew, thank you very much from the deep of my heart for all your help. I want to tell you it will be very difficult for me to make another hunt like this one with you, and from all I have done, it will the one I will remember the most. You are real angels in my religion and I am sure even my God is thankful to you. I hope I can convey to both of you my thoughts and feeling inside my soul. Thank you very much.
James Reed
USA
"I have known Riza and Mehmet of Caprinae Safaris from their very beginnings as outfitters. I had the pleasure of hunting Bezoar Ibex with them and took my wife along on the hunt. Still to this day it is one of her favorite trips ever. Riza and Mehmet have the experience to give you a great trip and the honesty to back it up. I would not hesitate to recommend their services to anyone and have on many, many occasions, always with fantastic results. Thank you for being an organization I can recommend and never have a worry about my reputation."
Soudy Golabchi
USA
"I first met Riza and Mehmet while hunting bezoar ibex with Shikar. I was so impressed with them that when they formed Caprinae Safaris the following year I scheduled my next hunt in Turkey with them. I've hunted bezoar ibex and mid eastern red deer with them in Turkey and Carpathian chamois in Romania. On two of these occasions Riza was my guide. Not only is he an excellent hunter, but he is an easy going guy and a real joy to be with in the field. Their organization attends to every detail of your hunting adventure. Both of these gentlemen are among my special friends."
Steve Hornady
USA
Riza/Mehmet: Guys let me tell you again how pleased I am with the service and the hunt I experienced with you this past year in Romania and Macedonia for Chamois. I really need to those animal to get over the 20 Capra species threshold and you came through in spades. Facilities were excellent, the hunt was challenging enough but not so tough that were too tired to take our wives to dinner. Did I say my wife really enjoyed this trip as well? I assure you she did. All the best and looking forward to our next hunt together."
